Erika Bannerman, managing director, NHS Shared Business Services (NHS SBS), suggests that finance, procurement and payroll are not a footnote to the NHS's productivity challenge, but one of the most important places to start solving it.
Rob Turnbull, chair of the AEV Venue Sustainability working group and sustainability manager, Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC) explains how the updated ISO 20121 standard is helping event organisers embed sustainability into planning and delivery, shifting the focus from minimising environmental impact to managing wider social, economic and governance outcomes
The construction of a building is the time when fire protection plans become reality, and in this article, Simon Brand of the Fire Protection Association examines the important requirements to consider in this phase
Paul Collins, technical director at NICEIC, explains why electrical compliance and contractor competence are central to keeping public‑sector buildings safe, resilient and properly maintained
A new independent report sets out the key roles pest professionals have to play in protecting public health, writes Rosina Robson, chief executive of British Pest Control Association (BPCA)
Craig Brown, chairman of the British Sign and Graphics Association, explains why thoughtful signage, accessibility and long‑term design are essential to building trust, safety and confidence in public services
The Low Value Purchase System provides public‑sector organisations with a compliant, streamlined way to buy below‑threshold common goods and services, combining regulatory alignment with flexible entry, dynamic filtering and standardised template
