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NEWS

 

T-Charge comes into force in London

 

Drivers of older, more polluting vehicles now have to pay almost twice as much to drive into central London......read more

New scheme to boost housing and jobs in Devon

 

A £9 million boost by the Department for Transport (DfT) will help fund £15 million of improvements in the key development sites, Sherford and east of Exeter......read more

Buckinghamshire road schemes win £6 million funding

 

The schemes are among 76 across the country awarded funding totalling £244 million, Transport Secretary Chris Grayling has announced......read more

Norfolk council to bid for £1.5 million to reduce numbers in care

 

Members will hear about proposals to target a social impact bond at those of going into care, as well as those already in care, with a plan to return home......read more

Safety in Town scheme launched for vulnerable people and those with disabilities

 

Lancashire County Council’s champion for disabled people, Peter Steen, launched the programme at an event in Plungington Community Centre, Preston......read more

 

FEATURES

 

Smarter energy for a more efficient authority

 

September’s GB Top 10 investigates how local authorities across the UK are improving their energy efficiency.....read more

How can cities stop car being king?

 

Cutting down on the number of commuters using cars for short journeys will be key to easing congestion, says Adeline Bailly.....read more

 

EVENTS

 

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

 

The Nationwide Hygiene Group

 

The Nationwide Hygiene Group has supplied and serviced the UK and Irish markets since 1986. Their structure is very different from their competitors - every one of their 35 nationwide branches are managed and operated by Nationwide group shareholders and more importantly, local-to-you, specialist cleaning and hygiene supplies professionals.....read more

Sempre Analytics

 

Do your current budgeting and forecasting processes take up a disproportionate amount of time? Would you like to be able to carry out more effective analysis of the numbers – if only you didn’t have to spend so long pulling those numbers together? Sempre Analytics can help. Visit our website to learn more.

Sunshine Events - The Fun Equipment Hire Experts

 

We are one of the largest fun equipment hire companies in the UK - bringing you an exciting collection of Christmas and Corporate Entertainment, Fun Days, Team Building equipment and much more. We love to create excitement, laughter and fantastic memories. Order your 2017 Event Guide or view online HERE.

Neptune Solutions Globa

 

Neptune Solutions Global has developed an innovative solution for the Surface Water Management Industry. This Neptune barrier can be installed on any terrain without the use of any concrete. It is able to protect against floods up to 4.5m high as well as act as a large scale storage tank.....read more

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

Daikin Applied UK

 

Daikin Applied UK successfully bid to work with Skanska on the design and build of 60 Air Handling Units (AHU) plus 3off water cooled chillers totalling 1MW of cooling for one of the biggest health sector construction projects in the UK. The contract included design, build, on-site installation, and commissioning and maintenance responsibilities. Read Case Study. Visit our website or email us to discuss your requirements.

 

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