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Employees lose more than three weeks productivity a year to noisy offices

As the UK tussles with a long period of productivity stagnation, research by architectural acoustic finishes specialist, Oscar Acoustics, reveals an overlooked culprit: office noise levels. Staff report losing an average of 26 minutes of productive time daily due to ...

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Mohawk Group renews Rudiments to strengthen sustainability targets      

Mohawk Group takes a decisive step in its ongoing sustainability journey with the renewal of Rudiments, one of its most established carpet tile collections. Representing a significant share of the carpet tile collection, this update integrates the latest innovations in ...

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Soft FM contract extension and expansion for OCS with British Land

OCS has been awarded a contract extension and portfolio expansion with British Land, one of the UK’s largest commercial real estate companies, building on an eight-year partnership to deliver soft services across more than 50 sites throughout the UK. The ...

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Director of estates appointment at Bath Spa University

Paul Smith has been appointed as the new Director of Estates at Bath Spa University (BSU). Smith, who commenced in his new role at the end of March 2026, will lead the strategic management and development of the institution’s estate, ...

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Mitie extends 26-year FM partnership with NCIC

Mitie has extended its 26-year facilities management partnership with North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust (NCIC) working across NCIC’s Cumberland Infirmary estate to deliver critical services including cleaning, maintenance, security, portering services and patient catering. The contract will see ...

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Defence moves

Defence, data and the burning fire. Richard Huck of Magenta with reflections from the Defence Procurement & Supply Chain Engagement (DPRTE) expo There is a particular energy to an event that knows its relevance. DPRTE 2026, the UK’s premier defence ...

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Edinburgh College becomes first college in Scotland to fully decarbonise one of its campuses

Edinburgh College recently advanced its net zero goals after becoming the first college in Scotland to completely decarbonise one of its campuses. Working in partnership with renewable energy experts Vital Energi, and funded through the Scottish Government’s Energy Efficiency Grant ...

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Kevin Meighan becomes the new Master of the WCEC

Kevin Meighan was officially installed as Master of the Worshipful Company of Environmental Cleaners (WCEC) at an event held at Mansion House on 27 March 2026. He succeeds the former Master, Darren Marston. Meighan is the Sales Director at NIC ...

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Beyond the breakroom: a smarter approach to workplace food waste

Employee eating habits have shifted considerably. The structured three-meal routine has mostly disappeared and snacking, irregular mealtimes and on-the-go consumption is on the rise. While this presents opportunities, it also presents challenges regarding how we manage our waste. The UK ...

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Record financial year for Claremont Group Interiors

Workplace design and build specialist, Claremont, has announced a record financial year, achieving £65.8 million in revenue alongside a record post-tax profit of £3.1 million. The strong performance, record-breaking throughout its 48-year history, reflects continued demand for high-quality, experience-led workplaces ...

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