Government Business

Here is the first GB of 2025 🎉 🏡 Following recent #flooding across the country, in this issue of Government Business, the Property Care Association explores the reasons why flooding has become increasingly frequent and severe and offers strategies for mitigating flood risk.   🧯 The Fire Industry Association looks at the topic of competency in #FireSafety and the The British Institute of Cleaning Science (BICSc) Science explains why training is important in #cleaning.   🏨 Visit Essex highlights some of the county's venues that can be used for meetings and conferences and GB looks at how combined heat and power can be used in the public sector. #Energy   🚗 There's an article on Dundee City Council's electric fleet, that also explains how the council is working to make Dundee one of the UK’s leading #EV-friendly cities.   🌳 We've also got features on topics on tree care from the Arboricultural Association and grounds care from the Amenity Forum. 🏠 The British Pest Control Association (BPCA) looks at the problems with substandard housing and the Institute of Economic Development discusses delivering change in towns and cities. #GovernmentBusiness #LocalGovernment #PublicSector

Check out the latest issue of Government Technology ⬇️ This issue covers everything from cloud transformation and digitalisation to cyber security and AI.

Leeds: where North, South, East and West meet Welcoming millions of visitors every year, #Leeds is an exceptional city known as one of the top 10 conference destinations in the UK, with its independent spirit and international vision. Compact and accessible, you can walk everywhere in Leeds with all conferencing venues and hotels within easy reach. VisitLeeds https://lnkd.in/gHVSst6r

Feature: Reducing the cost of recycling More and more waste is beginning to be recycled correctly, both on a national and local level. While recycling is an essential step for local authorities (LAs) to take in terms of reducing pollution, it can be a costly business. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gPaKBjzz

🏗️ Feature: The potential impact of stalling the delivery of public projects The government announced in July that it would pause the £20bn New Hospital Programme while undertaking a review of the findings. In the interim, we are still awaiting news on the delivery strategy for the School Rebuilding Programme. But as Jackie Maginnis, chief executive of the The Modular and Portable Building Association points out, Westminster needs to consider the wider implications of slowing or even stalling the delivery of public projects. https://lnkd.in/gW--WNhb

Understanding fire safety legislation in the UK: a comprehensive guide 👩🚒 The Fire Industry Association sets out what you need to know about fire safety legislation. "#FireSafety is a critical issue that affects every person and organisation in the UK. With the potential for devastating losses to life and property, ensuring robust fire safety measures is not just a moral responsibility, but also a legal obligation." https://lnkd.in/gY_w_wTj

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🩺 Virtual wards: here to stay? Virtual wards, also known as Hospital at Home, provide numerous positives and allow patients to be cared for in their own space. But how much of a part will they continue to play in NHS treatment? #VirtualWards #NHS #HealthTech https://lnkd.in/ejFWuMJt

Damp, mould, and housing health: progress or persistent problem? James Berry from the Property Care Association looks at addressing the causes of damp and mould. #PropertyCare #Housing #Damp https://lnkd.in/gT2i_3CM

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