The Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) shares information on the pest problem facing the UK and the role councils can play in keeping the public safe from disease

In light of a recent Audit Commission report into how local authorities are achieving value from their property assets, Government Business reviews current advice for council leaders

On average, collaborative procurement is estimated to be generating savings of 10-15 per cent for Local Authorities across the UK. Given the savings potential, it is vital that there is better coordination of procurement activities to ensure value for money is secured. Government Business looks at the recent local Government Association’s National Procurement Strategy

The Crown Commercial Service was launched in April, bringing together the government’s commercial capability into one integrated organisation.

Louise Tibbert, president of the Public Sector People Managers’ Association, talks about how issues like demographics and rising case loads are affecting the public sector workforce

Paul Bridgeman, director of the National Association of Valuers and Auctioneers, shares his experience of working with government to sell seized properties at auction and how the money raised can be re-invested back into the local community

With a new Infrastructure Bill set to assist a new wave of planning reform and investment in our roads, Phil Adams looks at some smart solutions to age-old highway issues

Arcadia Group’s fleet and travel manager John Pryor has assumed the role of new ACFO chairman. He shares his thoughts on how the role of fleet manager is evolving and
 how he and ACFO intends to support those in the industry going forwards