The Procurement Act has recently come into force, aimed at improving and streamlining public sector procurement, while at the same time providing a boost to SMEs.
With spring just beginning, we look at the Britain in Bloom competition and how communities across the country are brightening up their neighbourhoods.
The Property Care Association discusses the best methods for weed control and in our tree care feature, we investigate ash dieback.
The Association of British Professional Conference Organisers (ABPCO) sets out some best practice for conferences & events for 2025 and we've got an article looking back at the planning and preparation for this year's New Year's celebrations in London.
Meanwhile, APSCo outline best practices for recruitment in the public sector, emphasising strategies to attract and retain top talent in 2025 and the CSA write about the current issues local authorities face when it comes to debt resolution.
We've also got features on Facilities Management, Fire Safety and Frameworks, as well as some previews to events coming up over the next few months.
Polly Jones, editor
