NEWS
West Midlands transport plan approved
The WMCA has approved a £3.4 billion transport blueprint to transform the city’s tram routes, new suburban rail lines, cycle routes and motorways.....read more
Commons vote success for EU repeal bill
MPs in the House of Commons have backed the EU Withdrawal Bill by 326 votes to 290 in the first Parliamentary vote on the Brexit legislation.....read more
Birmingham leader resigns over bins controversy
Birmingham council leader John Clancy has resigned following weeks of criticism over the authority’s handling of industrial action by refuse workers.....read more
Partnership formed to tackle challenges in society
The government, businesses and civil society will be working together in a partnership to identify and develop solutions to societal challenges.....read more
Oxford council trebles its contribution to new build through new Housing Company
A minimum of 2,050 affordable homes are hoped to be built in the city between the current financial year and 2022/23.....read more
FEATURES
Europe’s largest environmental exhibition
The Contamination Expo, the standout event of the year for contamination professionals, is coming to London’s ExCeL in September.....read more
Tough times bring out innovation in public sector reward
Caroline Nugent explains how, in the face of major cutbacks, rewarding staff can drive them to be more engaged and driven.....read more
EVENTS
The Emergency Services Show 2017
20th-21st September 2017, NEC, Birmingham
The Emergency Services Show takes place at the NEC from 20-21 September and is the only UK event for all involved in public safety and emergency response. Visit 450 stands showing the latest kit, network with like-minded emergency staff, experience live demonstrations from response teams, attend over 60 free CPD seminars. For free visitor entry click here.
The Contamination Expo Series
27th-28th September 2017, ExCeL, London
The Contamination Expo Series – an Environment Agency-supported event & Europe’s largest event for contamination professionals - features over 150 suppliers, 120 CPD-accredited seminars, one-to-one advice, unparalleled networking opportunities, and much more. It takes place on the 27th & 28th of September at ExCeL London, and tickets are FREE from the event website.
SPONSORS
STC Energy
Established in 1989, STC Energy, part of Inspired Energy plc, are a specialist energy management consultancy and a leading provider of bureau services in UK. Since 2005, STC has recovered over £160m in utility billing errors for our clients, whilst maintaining a very high degree of customer satisfaction.....read more
Opencell
Using small cell technology, Opencell is the UK’s first legal, multi-operator, indoor mobile signal solution provider. Working with all four UK network operators they deploy space-saving, bespoke, managed signal solutions, ensuring that everyone indoors has network. Proud public sector providers, they can help in any building, including underground spaces.....read more
ASAP Comply
FIRE RISK FUNDAMENTALS. Recent catastrophic events at Grenfell have highlighted the myriad of Health & Safety regulations relating to the construction and management of the high-rise flats. In this article Andy Slawson CEO of ASAP Comply explains what a Fire Risk Assessment should include & why it should be impartial.....read more
Foldable RIB
These unique craft offer the performance and stability of a RIB yet can be folded down to less than one third of their operating size for easy transportation and storage. Available in sizes from 2.75-4.3 metres for up to 6 crew. Call us on 023 8098 8782, email us or visit our website for more information.
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