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Steps to ensure LGBTQ+ inclusion is embedded at every level in the workplace

Almost half (42 per cent) of LGBTQ+ employees feel unsupported by management and HR when facing LGBTQ+ issues, according to research from ‘Pride in Leadership’. Issues include a lack of policies that ensure a positive working environment for LGBTQ+ employees, ...

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ISS marks World Refugee Day by reaffirming its commitment to refugee employment and inclusion

The global workplace experience and facility management firm is marking World Refugee Day (20 June) by reaffirming its commitment to supporting refugee employment, creating pathways for people to rebuild their lives with dignity and purpose. As part of this commitment, ...

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Ensuring accessibility and safe egress: Particularly sites with no lifts or ramps

Emma Persey, Co-Founder of The Stair Climbing Company with expert advice on accessibility solutions that help facilities managers create inclusive environments As someone who works closely with businesses on workplace accessibility and emergency planning, I see the same challenges come ...

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Inclusive environments recognition for HSBC UK’s new Leicester office

The Construction Industry Council (CIC) has awarded the first-ever Inclusive Environment Recognition at Project level to an HSBC UK office location. The accreditation is for HSBC UK’s new building in Bede Island Business Park, Leicester, which is a key part ...

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Sodexo duo recognised as ‘Women to Watch’

Sodexo UK & Ireland’s CEO Corporate Services and Energy & Resources, Lynsey O’Keefe, and Employee Communications and Change Director, Rayna Miller, have been recognised in the 2025 Women to Watch in Hospitality, Travel, Leisure and Retail Index produced by WiHTL & ...

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ABM teams up with Henpicked to boost menopause support in the workplace

To mark this year’s International Women’s Day (8 March), ABM UK and Ireland has joined forces with Henpicked Menopause in the Workplace. Focused on raising awareness and promoting positive change around menopause, Henpicked provides training and accreditation for employers to ...

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New Acas advice on neurodiversity in the workplace

Workplace expert, Acas, has published new advice on neurodiversity to help employers create inclusive organisations and raise awareness at work. Neurodiversity describes the natural differences in how people’s brains behave and process information. Some well-known types of neurodiversity include ADHD, ...

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EMCOR UK moves up the Inclusive Top 50 Employers list

EMCOR UK has moved up 16 places since last year to be ranked 21st in the newly released rankings by the Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers – a definitive list of UK based organisations that promote inclusion across all protected ...

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ABM announces new accessibility milestones to mark International Day of Persons with Disabilities

ABM, a leading facility and aviation services provider, is today marking United Nations International Day of Persons with Disabilities with the announcement of a series of new developments in its ongoing commitment to embedding accessibility and inclusion into its company culture. A ...

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EMCOR UK recertified as Disability Confident Employer

EMCOR UK has been recertified as a Disability Confident Employer until 2027, reaffirming the company’s commitment to creating an inclusive workplace that accommodates the needs of all colleagues, including those with disabilities and neurodivergent conditions. The recertification was achieved with EMCOR ...

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