NEWS...

Soft services set to 'continue to dominate' FM sector

Accounting for the largest share of the FM market, soft FM services are expected to continue to drive the majority of contracts for the next few years, according to a recent industry report.FULL STORY...

Launch of professional statement shows RICS/IFMA collaborative effort

An enthusiastic reception was given to the launch of the Procurement of facilities management initiative, created as part of the ongoing collaboration between the IFMA and RICS.FULL STORY...

Call for local authorities to protect supply chain retention funds

Following the favourable response from MPs to back the drive to place retention funds in ring-fenced accounts, local authorities are now being asked to support this in their supply chains.FULL STORY...

Purchase of regional offices in Bristol and Cardiff announced

Two office purchases in Bristol and Cardiff have been announced by Floreal Real Estate from Oval Real Estate in an off-market transaction totalling £44.7m.FULL STORY...

Spa failed legionella tests seven times in 2017

Belfast-based Avoniel Leisure Centre was forced to close its spa area three times last year due to high levels of legionella bacteria.FULL STORY...

New assessor for groundwork apprenticeship standard

Following the launch of the Level 2 Sports Turf Operative Apprenticeship Standard, Lantra has been confirmed as the end point assessment organisation (EPOA).FULL STORY...

New owner agreed for working at height equipment provider

Nationwide Platforms will be the new owner of UK Platforms, after a price of £60.5m was agreed with the company's current owner, HSS Hire.FULL STORY...

SME workplace issues revealed by industry study

Results from an industry survey conducted with 500 SME organisations have been shared with PFM Magazine.FULL STORY...

Total Solutions Group celebrates Living Wage Recognition

Total Solutions Group, the specialist facilities services provider, has announced that it is a Recognised Service Provider proudly working together with the Living Wage Foundation.FULL STORY...

Contractor, client and director handed penalties following safety breaches

Southwark Crown Court was recently the scene of a case following an investigation of a WEL Estates construction site from 2015.FULL STORY...

Acquisition journey continues for Maxim

Following its statement of intent to deliver growth through strategic acquisitions, Maxim Facilities Management has announced the purchase of the cleaning division of Gillsbrook FM Services for an undisclosed sum.FULL STORY...

Applications invited for funded visit to Washington conference

Representatives from family-owned businesses are invited to apply to the 2018 Frieda Rapoport Caplan Family Business Scholarship to attend a conference in Washington from 24 to 26 September.FULL STORY...

MEES and HHSRS failings highlighted by survey results

Legislation designed to improve energy efficiency standards is not being enforced due to lack of resource in local authorities, a study has revealed.FULL STORY...

Working at height incidents increasing

Additional concern has been expressed over working at height safety, after a 13% rise in incidents was recorded in the first half of this year.FULL STORY...

CCS launches FM Marketplace framework

The launch of the Facilities Management Marketplace agreement by the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) has been confirmed.FULL STORY...