Higher and degree apprenticeships are increasingly recognised as a valuable career development tool, providing opportunities for individuals to 'earn while they learn.'
National trade body British Pest Control Association (BPCA) is shining a spotlight on rising pest problems caused by unaffordable housing and lack of funding for proofing and maintenance, writes Jordan McCay, policy and campaigns officer at BPCA.
Public sector building managers and local authorities face a mammoth task of reaching net zero by 2045. From swimming pools to libraries, every building uses energy that is so often wasted. Robyn Quick has a look at some innovative energy projects.
Wayfinding systems are everyday items we barely notice until we need them. Craig Brown, CEO of the British Sign and Graphics Association, tells us what makes a good wayfinding solution and how to design and install one.
The Water Hygiene Centre looks at the importance of an independent water safety audit.
Simon Brand from the FPA examines the arson threat facing unused and unoccupied buildings.
The Fire Industry Assocation works within the fire protection industry to improve fire safety practices and technologies.
With asbestos still an active and present problem, ARCA explains how to appoint an asbestos contractor.
Labour have won the general election, ending 14 years of Tory rule and making Sir Keir Starmer the fifth prime minister in as many years.
Martin Cresswell, chair of Lampton Group, discusses how Local Authority Trading Company (LATCO) models can deliver commercial profit for local authorities, drive innovation and result in service improvements for residents.
How Crown Commercial Service (CCS) is working with local government to build social value into procurement.
Municipal vehicles are essential to the everyday functionality of life across the UK. We rely on them to take out our bins, sweep our streets and keep our sewage systems clean.
Clive Beer, business development manager at Government Business looks back at the last three decades.
Cardiff Council is leading the way in improving air quality across the capital. What can we learn?
First announced in 2018, Project Gigabit aims to deliver gigabit-capable download speeds to households and businesses across the country, with nationwide coverage planned for 2030.
In April, the government updated the guidance on how certified digital identity service providers can become certified to complete digital identity checks for schemes like the Right to Work, Right to Rent, and DBS.
Richard Newman, OBL corporate affairs director sets out some of the key opportunities and use cases for open banking payments and data across the public sector.
Andrew Devitt, technical manager at the Property Care Association talks about how to respond to a property flooding.
Nigel Wilcock, executive director of the IED argues for more statutory powers for councils when it comes to economic development.
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Event Diary
Following a period of remarkable growth and momentum, Safety, Health and Wellbeing Live is making a powerful move—relocating its southern edition to the iconic London Olympia on 18–19 June 2025.
Housing 2025 is coming to Manchester Central on 24-26 June. Welcoming everyone in the housing and wider living sector under one roof, As the only place the whole UK housing sector comes together every year, it is where the sector will discuss and collaborate, identify solutions and speak with one voice to those framing the debate.
In January 2025, the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology announced a new ‘AI Opportunities Action Plan’ to encourage an increase in AI adoption across the UK. What will the Government’s plans for AI mean for local authority teams? How will emerging technologies affect environmental health services in the future?
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