25th October 2017          View The Latest Issue Online          Follow Us On Twitter           View This Email Online
 

NEWS

 

Polyethylene cladding found on Grenfell Tower on ‘scores of towers’

 

The same cladding believed to have contributed to the Grenfell fire is on at least 52 tower blocks in London, a BBC investigation has revealed.......read more

Aberdeen unveils first hydrogen taxi in Scotland

 

The Hyundai ix35 hydrogen fuel cell car was granted a private hire taxi licence by Aberdeen City Council in September and has now been handed over to Aberdeen Taxis who will run the vehicle......read more

Derby council’s H2H team shortlisted for Social Worker of the Year Awards 2017

 

81 social workers and social work teams from all over England have been selected as finalists across 16 different categories, celebrating the achievements of practitioners in both children’s and adult services........read more

West Sussex awarded Fairtrade County status

 

The local Fairtrade Steering Group, with the support of West Sussex County Council, has achieved the criteria necessary to be granted the award.......read more

New pan-Essex dementia strategy launched

 

Plans to transform dementia care across Greater Essex have taken a step forward with the launch of a new joined-up countywide dementia strategy.......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

 

National Development Conference and Exhibition 2017

 

7th November 2017, Grant Tower Bridge Hotel, London
The National Development Conference and Exhibition has been designed to provide information and guidance to help deliver bold development ambitions that respond to current housing challenges.  Organised by the National Housing Federation, the event is dedicated to understanding and overcoming the challenges of development outside London and the South East. Delegates have access to more plenary sessions and focused breakouts than ever before.....read more

 

SPONSORS

 

Access Records Management

Access Records Management manages documents for organisations of all sizes, including central government and local authorities. Services range from simple packages to bespoke end-to-end records management solutions. Call now on 0808 278 6403 for a quote, whether you are archiving several thousand files, tapes or CD’s, or just a few boxes......read more

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.

 

For advertising and sponsorship, contact karen.hopps@psigroupltd.co.uk

 

For news stories, please contact GBeditorial@psigroupltd.co.uk

 

This newsletter was brought to you by Government Business Magazine


 

published by Public Sector Information Ltd

 

To unsubscribe from this service click here