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Group Metropolitan plans for further expansion

Group Metropolitan, a leading contractor, delivering turnkey solutions in electrical, mechanical and fit out, is entering a new phase of growth and development as part of its wider strategy to strengthen its national presence, while continuing to prioritise long-term client ...

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New ESG Self-Assessment Tool for facilities management launches

The Sustainable Facilities Management Index (SFMI) has launched a new online ESG Self-Assessment Tool, designed to support facilities management and built environment organisations at the start of their ESG journey. Sustainability is now a prerequisite across the sector, with organisations ...

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Mitie in London Fire Brigade win

Mitie has been awarded a further three-year contract with the London Fire Brigade for the provision of cleaning services at its sites across Greater London. The deal will also see Mitie provide security at two of the Brigade’s offices, including ...

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Five cleaning industry heads unite to change the narrative about a career in cleaning

Heads of five major UK cleaning industry associations have joined forces in a landmark feature for Education Today magazine, speaking directly to careers advisers and education professionals about the genuine opportunities available in the cleaning sector. Education Today is the ...

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ABM to deliver accessible travel services at all Heathrow terminals

ABM has been appointed by Heathrow to deliver its assistance service for passengers with access needs across all terminals, providing care and support for more than one million passengers annually. With a team of more than 1,600 in place – ...

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Fire safety compliance hits 14-year low

Almost half (43 per cent) of buildings in England have failed their fire safety checks on the first visit in the past year, research has revealed. The study, carried out by safety experts, Direct365, analysed the latest Home Office Fire Statistics in England to reveal why so ...

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OVG partners with ACC Liverpool to create more opportunities at M&S Bank Arena

Oak View Group (OVG), a global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services including venue development, venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales, has confirmed a new strategic partnership with ACC Liverpool, operator of the M&S Bank Arena. The partnership ...

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Director appointment at Harmony Fire

Harmony Fire has further strengthened its consultancy business with the appointment of Andrew Causton as Technical Director. The fire safety professional, with 18 years’ experience, 10 of these in high-hazard industries, joins the growing full-service life safety specialist, which in ...

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Compass launches new sustainability strategy ‘Our Planet Promise’

Compass Group UK & Ireland has launched a new sustainability strategy designed to bring together action on climate, nature, waste and human health, creating a systems-based framework. Our Planet Promise builds on measurable progress already made across the business, including reductions in ...

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Report reveals over £3bn in business training money sits unused, with a major lack of understanding UK Skills Levy

Underutilisation of the Apprenticeship Levy saw over £3.3 billion in unused funds returned to the Treasury between 2019 and 2022. A new study launched from The Coders Guild, experts in digital skills training, reveals a critical ‘perception gap’ that is ...

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