Workplace has joined the global movement for inclusive and sustainable business having achieved B Corp status. B Corp Certification is administered by B Lab, a nonprofit network transforming the global economy to benefit all people, communities, and the planet. B ...
Read More »King’s College London brings 150 FM staff in-house
King’s College London has welcomed around 150 employees previously working for Equans to provide facilities management services on the Guy’s and Waterloo campuses. The staff employed by Equans, formerly known as Bouygues, transferred from New Hunts House (NHH) and Franklin-Wilkins ...
Read More »Atlas Workplace Services receives fourth gold medal for occupational H&S
For the fourth year in a row the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) has awarded facilities management specialist, Atlas Workplace Services, with a gold medal. The RoSPA Health and Safety Awards is the largest occupational health and safety ...
Read More »Deadline fast approaching for Pattenmakers Future Leader FM Award entries
Livery company the Worshipful Company of Pattenmakers is on the search for the next winner of its coveted annual FM award. This Award recognises a future leader in FM, rewarding a talented early-career professional with a unique personal development opportunity ...
Read More »Mitie takes off with grounds maintenance deal at Edinburgh Airport
Mitie has landed a new five-year grounds maintenance contract at Scotland’s busiest airport, which sees over 14 million passengers jetting off to 152 destinations each year. The new deal will see Mitie deliver essential landscaping services across Edinburgh Airport’s airfield ...
Read More »Promotion for Macro’s Rachel Gillott
Global facilities management and workplace services company, Macro has promoted Rachel Gillott to Head of UK & Europe FM Consultancy and Global Projects Director. Gillott will add broader FM Consultancy and project responsibilities to her existing role as Operations Director. Her ...
Read More »Mitie reveals significant progress towards sustainability goals in 2024 ESG report
Mitie’s 2024 ESG report reveals it has met or exceeded 13 of its targets for the last Financial Year (FY24), showing its commitment to each of its social value pillars – Environment, People, Communities and Responsible Supply Chain. Key highlights ...
Read More »New appointment at Bidvest Noonan
Bidvest Noonan, a market leader in facilities management services across the UK and Ireland, has announced the promotion of Darren Martin to Director of Operations for its Security Division in Ireland. Martin’s significant contributions to the business and the industry, ...
Read More »Lawyer Details Rights For Working During a Heatwave as temps reach 33C
What are the legal guidelines for working during a heatwave? Unfortunately, there are no specific laws that allow workers to stop working if it becomes too hot. However, James Muller, Principal Associate in Weightmans’ Health & Safety Team, emphasises that ...
Read More »Sodexo secures two-year extension with Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) has chosen to retain Sodexo for its soft FM services for a further two years. The extension strengthens Sodexo’s partnership with the UK’s largest fire service. Over 370 colleagues provide a range of soft ...
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