22nd September 2017          View The Latest Issue Online          Follow Us On Twitter           View This Email Online
 

NEWS

 

Midlands shared solutions to save on library costs

 

Black Country Libraries in Partnership has signed a deal for a new library management system across four local authorities.....read more

Devon improves sign language communications

 

Devon County Council has introduced a new way for users of British Sign Language to contact them via a Video Relay Service.....read more

Improve youth offending institutions’ safety, say councils

 

The government should take action to ensure children and young people detained in youth offending institutions and secure training centres are safe.....read more

West Midlands urges for winter fund release

 

West Midlands council leaders have urged Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt to release funds for essential social care services ahead of winter.....read more

Apprenticeship framework for civil service

 

A new Crown Commercial Service framework will invest more than £360 million in developing the next generation of public servants.....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 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.

World of Learning 2017

 

17th - 18th October 2017, NEC, Birmingham
World of Learning will feature even more opportunities to discover the latest in learning and development (L&D) with over 100 exhibitors, The Technology Test Drive, Learning Design Live, live workshops, one-to-one consultations, free seminars and its renowned annual conference.....read more

 

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.

Meon Valley Christmas Trees

 

Quality, non needle drop Nordman fir trees grown in mid Hampshire. All trees freshly cut to order. 4ft to 9ft trees available. Delivery by arrangement. British Christmas Tree Growers Association member. Contact John Fairey - 07747784234, email us or visit our website for more information.

 

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