Portsmouth City Council, in anticipation of Clean Air Day this Thursday, is celebrating 99 per cent of their vehicles in the Clean Air Zone meeting emissions standards by offering free bus travel across the city.
Portsmouth’s Clean Air Zone was established in 2021 and enforced limits on emissions. Since then, over 99 per cent of chargeable vehicle entering the zone now meet emissions standards, displaying a marked improvement in Portsmouth’s air quality.
Through the Government’s ZEBRA scheme, Portsmouth City Council has introduce 62 electric buses, as well as improving bus services and schedules.
The council have additionally made walking and cycling more accessible through schemes like the Active Pompey Neighbourhood programme, and 320 new on-street vehicle chargepoints are set to be installed to provide infrastructure for EV owners without driveways.
Portsmouth International Port is also making steps towards net zero, by introducing a UK-first shore power system that allows ships to plug in while docked, significantly reducing pollution.
This week, Portsmouth City Council is expected to approve plans for 59 new EV charging bays across the city, as part of the On-street Residential Chargepoint Scheme (ORCS).
The CEO of the Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) Fiona MacGregor will step down after more than ten years in the role.
The Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) has published its annual statistics about the social housing sector.
The new Bus Bill has become law, aimed at making it easier for local leaders to take control of their buses.
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson has set a 2029 timeline for the removal of Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) from all schools an
Awaab's Law has come into effect today in a bid to ensure safer housing for tenants.
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Join us for the landmark 10th Anniversary of the London Build Expo, the UK’s largest and most influential construction and design show.
Retail Supply Chain & Logistics Expo returns to Excel London across 12-13 November, once again bringing together the world of logistics, supply chain, eCommerce and retail innovation for two dynamic days of opportunity.
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Bauder marked a major milestone in its UK expansion with the official handover of a brand
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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.
