Government Business

🌿 Spring is here, and so is the latest issue of Government Business! 🌿 🌸 Britain in Bloom – how communities are transforming local spaces and greening their neighbourhoods 🌳 Tree Care – tackling ash dieback and what it means for councils 🌱 Weed control & invasive species – insights from Property Care Association 💧 Sustainable Drainage Systems – building resilience in urban spaces 🚛 Waste Management – the rise of sustainable bin lorries 🔥 Fire Safety – Fire Industry Association examines the impact of the Building Safety Act 2022 🏢 Facilities Management – IWFM | Institute of Workplace and Facilities Management on overcoming public sector FM challenges 💰 Debt Resolution – Credit Services Association on fair and effective public sector approaches 🎤 Conferences & Events – best practices from ABPCO 🎆 London’s NYE Fireworks – Tom Smith takes us behind the scenes of the spectacular show Plus, we’ve got previews of key events coming up in the next few months! 📖 Read the full issue here: https://lnkd.in/eFA-DD4h #PublicSector #Procurement #FacilitiesManagement #BritainInBloom #Recruitment #TreeCare #GovernmentBusiness #FireSafety #DebtResolution #SustainableDrainage #EventsManagement

🌱The potential risks associated with #glyphosate use, such as being "probably carcinogenic to humans" and environmental concerns, are hard to ignore. But so is the UK's battle with invasive non-native plants: over half of the UK's flora is now non-native. 🧪But what should #councils do if glyphosate is still the most effective and sustainable #weedcontrol method available? ✍️Daniel Docking, from the Property Care Association, navigates the minefield of whether banning the use of glyphosate is the way forward, weighing up conflicting arguments from the public and weed professionals alike. 👇Read the feature below! https://lnkd.in/ejWWzWxT

Utility Week Live is Europe’s only pan-utility exhibition uniting policy makers, asset owners and operators, delivery partners and innovators under one roof. As commitment to net zero and decarbonisation targets are accelerated under a new government, the pressure for the supply chain to deliver the major infrastructure and asset management required is unprecedented. There is an urgent need for utilities to work effectively with their partners in the supply chain; and for construction to be delivered at pace. UWL25 brings leading energy and water companies together with hundreds of industry innovators to showcase their latest developments, alongside an action-packed content programme, running across six stages for two days. 

🌳 If ash dieback is a disease that only affects #trees and poses no threat to human health, is it really a problem? 💰 The UK is expected to lose up to 90 per cent of its ash populations over next few decades, which could cost the UK £15 billion, not to mention the threat brittle trees pose to injury, and the loss of #environmental benefits like carbon sequestration. 🍃In 2022, a #survey by APSE - Association for Public Service Excellence, found that only 52 per cent of local authorities had an #ashdieback plan in place. Are #councils doing enough then? GB investigates. 👇Read the feature below https://lnkd.in/e4Ef2d3M

🌸With spring around the corner, GB takes a look at Britain in Bloom, one of the UK's largest #horticultural campaigns, organised by the Royal Horticultural Society since 2002. 🌼A year-round #competition that fosters #community by encouraging groups to improve their local #environments through #gardening, #BritaininBloom enhances green spaces, encourages tourism, improves air quality, as well as boosting social wellbeing for visitors and locals. 🌷 13 of the 2025 finalists are newcomers, including Conwy in Bloom, Uppingham in Bloom, and Torquay in Bloom! 👇To find out more, read the full feature on our website! https://lnkd.in/e75XtzbM

🚀 Meet 450+ industry-leading exhibitors at The Security Event 2025, 8-10 April at the NEC Birmingham. Connect with top exhibitors and explore the latest security innovations designed to keep your business secure. This is your chance to receive in-person demonstrations and source everything you need to elevate your security strategy. ✅ Register now: https://lnkd.in/e494XVfE #Exhibitors #SecurityInnovation #TheSecurityEvent

🏛️ How councils are using technology to transform public services 🏛️ In the latest issue of Government Technology, the cover story explores how Manchester City Council and Norfolk County Council are harnessing digital innovation to improve services for residents. From data-driven decision-making to new digital tools, local authorities are leading the way in delivering smarter, more efficient public services. 📊 What challenges are they tackling? 💡 What lessons can other councils learn? 🌍 How is technology shaping the future of local government? Read the full story in the latest issue: https://lnkd.in/dTaUJAeb #LocalGovernment #DigitalTransformation #SmartCities #PublicSectorInnovation #GovTech #CouncilTech 👉 Follow Government Technology UK for more insights on public sector innovation and digital transformation.

🔍 Discover 10,000+ security products and solutions at The Security Event 2025, 8-10 April at the NEC Birmingham. From advanced surveillance to access control, explore innovative solutions designed to protect your business under one roof. Meet with industry experts, see live demonstrations, and discover everything you need to meet your security project requirements under one roof. ✅ Register for free today: https://lnkd.in/e494XVfE #SecuritySolutions #InnovativeSecurity #TheSecurityEvent

🚨 Starting Now! 🚨 Join us for the "Damp and Mould in Council-controlled Buildings: Solutions for Councils and Landlords" webinar! A must-watch for building professionals, housing organisations, and those managing social housing, this session dives into the risks of damp and mould and offers practical solutions and online tools to help tackle moisture issues in occupied buildings. 🎤 Expert Panel: 🔹 Dr Hector Altamirano-Medina (UCL, UK Centre for Moisture in Buildings) 🔹 James Berry (Deputy CEO, Property Care Association) 🔹 David Bly (Cornerstone) 🔹 Nathan Wood (BESA Group, Indoor Air Quality Expert) Don't miss out — join the conversation now! 💡🏡 #Housing #SocialHousing #DampAndMould #BuildingSafety #Webinar #PropertyManagement Click here to join https://lnkd.in/eVaSWav8

🤝 Network with 16,500+ security professionals at The Security Event 2025, 8-10 April at the NEC Birmingham. Meet industry leaders, share insights, and build lasting connections in the UK’s largest security network event. With dedicated networking initiatives and after-hours drinks across all three days, this is your chance to strengthen key relationships and grow your opportunities. ✅ Register for free today: https://lnkd.in/e494XVfE #Networking #SecurityIndustry #TheSecurityEvent