New PM Andy Burnham has already got stuck into his new role, announcing cheaper energy bills, bus fare caps and business rate cuts, all ahead of the summer break.
In this issue of Government Business, we look at how solar energy can help public buildings to cut operational costs.
The FIA discuss cladding remediation and the FPA highlight the importance of sprinkler maintenance.
SFG20 look at the importance of asset registers across the facilities management sector and the PCA write about structural waterproofing.
The NASC talk about best practice for scaffolding and the IWFM shares their new waste management guide.
The PPMA discuss local government recruitment and we look at the Home Office's new guidance for Martyn's Law.
Finally, though it might not seem like the time as we sit through another heatwave, the BCTGA tell us how to pick the right Christmas tree for public spaces.
Polly Jones, editor
