The Audit and Assurance Services Two framework from Crown Commercial Service gives public sector buyers streamlined access to trusted suppliers across internal audit, external audit, counter-fraud, and independent assurance
Public sector events are quietly powering innovation across the UK
Slips and trips can be one of the most common workplace injuries across the public sector
For those responsible for public buildings and housing stock, managing asbestos is not just a regulatory box to tick
Fire safety is a legal and moral duty for public bodies
Why a balanced, evidence-led approach can turn basement development from a source of dispute into a sustainable way to create urban space
Written by Lorcan Mekitarian, chair of the Cleaning & Hygiene Suppliers Association, this article highlights how the UK’s £6.9bn cleaning and hygiene sector is evolving from a behind-the-scenes necessity into a strategic partner.
The British Institute of Cleaning Science (BICSc) and the Cleaning & Support Services Association (CSSA) have successfully completed a groundbreaking project aimed at exploring the future of cleaning. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in the cleaning industry, reflecting a shared commitment to embracing innovation with confidence.
The Crown Commercial Service’s (CCS) new framework on Language Services (RM6302), dealing with translation, transcription and interpreting, is live, running from 7th May 2025 to 6th May 2028.
Using homegrown, real Christmas trees for seasonal displays is the sustainable way to celebrate festive season, says the British Christmas Trees Growers Association
As new counter terrorism legislation edges closer to implementation, Anne Marie Chebib, chair of the UK Crowd Management Assocaition, outlines what the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 means for public events
At the beginning of April, after six years of campaigns and almost eight years after the Manchester Arena attack, Martyn's Law received Royal Assent
Once overlooked, academic venues are fast becoming a compelling alternative in the events industry.
Jonathan Allan, head of learning innovation and research at the British Parking Association, explains how the NPP connects existing systems to offer a consistent, simplified experience for drivers, reduce costs for councils, and foster innovation in the digital parking space
England's local roads are facing a record £16.81 billion repair backlog, with over half nearing the end of their structural life. As the government announces a £1 billion investment to fix ageing infrastructure, councils warn that only long-term funding will reverse decades of decline
From 31 March, rules around workplace recycling changed, meaning that all workplaces must separate their waste before it is collected
From reducing disease transmission to reinforcing public confidence and meeting environmental goal, cleaning in the public sector plays a vital yet often overlooked role
