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Prepare for the “new normal” and use access control for infection control

In times of crisis, people look to secure their safety; as the world prepares for “the new normal” it is vital to move from a reactive mind-set to a proactive one, with health and safety at the forefront of people’s ...

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Smart Buildings Show is back for 2021

The UK’s cornerstone Smart Buildings Show returns for its largest event to-date, as the free-to-attend conference and exhibition takes place at ExCeL London on 6-7 October 2021. With more exhibitors and content than ever before. Smart Buildings Show, the UK’s ...

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Biffa completes the acquisition of Viridor’s collections business

National recycling and waste management provider, Biffa has completed its acquisition of the collections business and certain recycling assets from Viridor Waste Management Limited. Biffa announced on 21 May that it had agreed to buy the collections business and certain ...

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Essential for getting back to school ready

Don’t get caught out with unexpected leaks and bursts, make sure you have your Aladdin EasyFit Isolators close to hand. Where taps, toilets, showers, boilers, and other devices have been left standing through the summer… When schools, colleges and universities ...

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Businesses report employee mental health support has improved

New research by workplace expert, Acas, has found that more than a third of British employers have seen their mental health support improve since the start of the Coronavirus pandemic. Acas commissioned YouGov to ask businesses in Britain about whether ...

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BMG appoints new project manager

Office and commercial relocation change management company, Business Moves Group (BMG), has appointed Marc Pearce as a Project Manager. Pearce has extensive experience in workplace and moves management, with strong workplace-based design experience. Pearce will be based at BMG’s Reading ...

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Social media providing inspiration for Sodexo’s school lunch offering

Sodexo and AiP’s culinary development team are taking inspiration from TikTok and Instagram to update its school food offering. The food services and facilities management business which feeds pupils in over 500 schools in the UK, has been inspired by ...

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New director appointment at Wates Group

Wates Group has appointed Esther English as its new Corporate Development Director responsible for leading the Group’s strategic planning activities. In her new role, English will oversee the work that is underway to achieve the Group’s diversity, inclusion, and environmental ...

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Bespoke lighting refurbishment makes a strong statement in double height reception area at One London Wall

It’s surprising to learn that even prestigious office developments built in the 21st century now require refurbishment. Whilst many still have visual impact, the experiences of those working in these spaces may not be so positive which may be because ...

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Last-mile customer engagement isn’t out of reach

“Customer engagement” has become a buzzword in the facilities management sector. Typically, it’s talked about as something radical and transformative – which can make it sound expensive, intimidating and overwhelming. While customer engagement can be transformative for service providers, it ...

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