NEWS

Incineration of waste causes stall in recycling rates

The amount of waste managed by local authorities and sent to incinerators has tripled since 2010, while recycling rates have stalled.....read more

Financial leadership key to public sector digital transformation

Technology advances in public services requires effective leadership, organisational engagement, and insightful risk management, says CIPFA.....read more

Cities need more powers to address digital divides

A new report has argued that UK cities need more powers from the government if they are going to be able to address current digital divides.....read more

Three-year high for pothole-related breakdowns

The RAC has reported a 15 per cent rise in the number of drivers breaking down after hitting potholes on local roads.....read more

English per pupil funding falls by eight per cent

The IFS has revealed that total school spending per pupil in England fell by approximately eight per cent in real terms between 2010 and 2018.....read more

FEATURES

A county council perspective

Discussing the latest issues affecting local government, Cllr Ian Hudspeth addresses county school transport funding.....read more

Encouraging local authority solar use

The public sector can already make most applications of solar work for the communities they serve today, says the Solar Trade Association.....read more

EVENTS

Contamination Expo Series 2018

12-13 September, NEC, Birmingham

On 12 and 13 September, Contamination Expo Series will be hosted in Birmingham, providing an unmissable gathering of 150 suppliers and 120 seminars. This is the event not to miss if you work with, or handle contaminants. Click for your FREE tickets or contact 0117 990 2005 for exhibition opportunities.

SPONSORS

VIVILITE

Experts in the LED market with over 25 years experience, VIVILITE are a supplier or high quality LED lighting. Our product range is tailored to trade and wholesalers who are in the commercial, industrial and agricultural sectors. Get in contact with us today to see how we can help you.....read more

Awesome Apps

The MoonRay 3D printer from Awesome Apps is now available in three models aimed at the rapid prototyping, dental and investment casting sectors. Based on the new DLP ultra violet technology these printers have a layer resolution of 20 microns and are available directly from a UK stock.....read more

FORS

FORS, the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme, is a nationwide, best practice accreditation scheme committed to driving up standards of road transport in our towns, cities and across the UK. Specifying FORS in your supply chain will help you manage and reduce your work related road risk (WRRR) as well as give you peace of mind that you are using the safest, most efficient and greenest operators.....read more

Megger

Megger makes pat testing easier than ever. Simple and fast to use, reliable and robust, compact handheld PAT testers in the groundbreaking PAT100 series from Megger are the ideal choice for carrying low to medium volume testing in offices, shops, business units and similar environments.....read more

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