Energy Meeting the green jobs challengeCreating green jobs is only part of the picture – we have to make sure that Britons have the skills required, says Gareth Simkins Energy Why are renewables a smart investment?Frank Gordon, director of policy at the Renewable Energy Association, explains how technologies like rooftop solar, heat pumps and microgrids can cut costs, boost resilience and help meet carbon targets Procurement The benefits of using a franchise businessFranchising is emerging as a scalable, cost-effective model to support delivery HR Building a workforce with apprenticeships Apprenticeships are helping the public sector tackle workforce challenges with long-term, inclusive solutions Procurement Strengthening public sector assuranceThe Audit and Assurance Services Two framework from Crown Commercial Service gives public sector buyers streamlined access to trusted suppliers Conferences & Events Events: the hidden engine of innovationPublic sector events are quietly powering innovation across the UK Waste Management Simpler Recycling in EnglandSimpler Recycling has finally begun as of April 2025 Health & Safety Slips and trips in the public sectorSlips and trips can be one of the most common workplace injuries across the public sector Facilities Management Managing asbestosFor those responsible for public buildings and housing stock, managing asbestos is not just a regulatory box to tick Facilities Management Fire safety in the public sectorFire safety is a legal and moral duty for public bodies Load More *NEWS Hampshire CC issues legal proceedings against reorganisation Deaths due to London air quality down 40 per cent, says new study Rise in employed people seeking homelessness support Kier Starmer resigns as PM and Labour leader Southampton named best city for cycling in new report New guidance to bring services back in house Burnham wins Makerfield by-election Stronger protections for those upgrading their homes £61m to protect local assets Retailers join government plans to bring plug-in panels to homes