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🎉 Claim your free pass for The Emergency Services Show & Emergency Tech Show 2026 edition   Join 16,000+ emergency services professionals, sector leaders, innovators and suppliers for two high impact days focused on operational capability, interoperability and frontline innovation and tech.   Taking place at the NEC Birmingham 16-17 September, ESS brings together the entire emergency response community across: • Blue light services • Resilience and emergency planning • Public safety and security • Technology and communications • Fleet, equipment and training   Discover the latest solutions shaping the future of emergency response through live demonstrations, CPD-accredited content, networking opportunities and hands-on access to the industry’s leading suppliers.   👇Register now and secure your place at the UK’s leading event for the emergency services community.   https://lnkd.in/eBpXysHq

📣 We've just published the latest issue of Government Business magazine. 🏢 SFG20's Davy Clark MISTC discusses the importance of up-to-date asset registers. 🏠 Andrew Devitt from Property Care Association looks at competency in property waterproofing. 👷♀️ NASC - National Access and Scaffolding Confederation highlights the importance of competent contractors when it comes to scaffolding. 🏙️ Fire Industry Association explains the Building Safety Regulator's External Remediation Improvement Plan. 🚿 Paul Markham from The Fire Protection Association sets out why sprinkler maintenance is so important. ☀️ We investigate at how the government is investing in solar energy and how this offers cheaper, cleaner energy for the public sector. ♻️ Mike Agate details IWFM | Institute of Workplace and Facilities Management's new Goof Practice Guide for Recycling, Resource and Waste Management 🛂 We look at the latest government guidance on Martyn's Law. 🎄 British Christmas Tree Growers Association gives advice on how to pick the perfect tree. 👩💻 Sandra Farquharson FCIPD from PPMA - Public Services People Managers Association details how to treat recruitment in the public sector. ➕ Event previews of The Emergency Services Show, London Build Expo, Environmental Services & Solutions Expo (ESS Expo), Resource & Waste Management Expo (RWM Expo), The Print Show, The Sign Show 🔗 https://lnkd.in/e9NwYfZ8 #FacilitiesManagement #PropertyCare #Scaffolding #FireSafety #Energy #Solar #WasteManagement #Recycling #Security #MartynsLaw #Christmas #Recruitment

🔥 Constructing resilience This feature by Simon Brand of The Fire Protection Association looks at why the construction phase is where fire‑safety plans truly take shape — from material choices to passive fire protection, active systems and the Golden Thread. It explores how early design detailing, competent installation and accurate record‑keeping underpin a building’s long‑term fire resilience. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eK8etD5b #FireSafety #Construction #BuildingSafety #PassiveFireProtection #GovernmentBusiness

We're proud to be a media/association partner of Smart Buildings Show 2026. Be part of the latest thinking and share the experience of other organisations. Register here for the UK's only dedicated commercial smart buildings conference and exhibition: https://lnkd.in/gZuBUJ7 #SmartBuildingsShow26 #smartbuildings #smarttechnology

Navigating Martyn's Law, sponsored by AddSecure, Crowdguard, Martyn's Law Compliance Limited & CEIA-UK 💻 ⏰10:30am | 📅TOMORROW (23rd July) Martyn’s Law is expected to come into full force by Spring 2027. In this webinar, you will learn about its implementation, have the opportunity to share your views on effective regulation and receive practical guidance to help your organisation prepare. Hear from the following experts: 👉 Nathan Emmerich, Personal Advisor to Figen Murray OBE & Communications Lead for Martyn’s Law campaign 👉 Catherine Simpson, Deputy Director of Guidance and Review, Security Industry Authority (SIA) 👉 Dr. David BaMaung BSc (Hons), MSc HRM, PhD, CSyP, FSyI, CMgr, Director of Able Security Consultants 👉 Chris Wimshurst 📈, UK Sales Director, AddSecure 👉 Figen Murray OBE, Founder of Martyn's Law 👉 Jared Parkin MSt (Cantab), Managing Director, Martyn's Law Compliance Limited 👉 Zak Khachik, Stadiums, Venues and Events Lead, CEIA-UK 👉 Deborah Ainscough, Founder, Crowdguard Click on the following link to learn more and sign up for this webinar: https://lnkd.in/eQe2RQxy #counterterrorbusiness #counterterrorbusinesswebinar #NavigatingMartynsLaw

⚡ Safe public sector buildings – electrical compliance and contractor competence This feature by Paul Collins of NICEIC explores why competent electrical contractors and robust compliance processes are essential to keeping public‑sector buildings safe, resilient and properly maintained. It looks at how ageing estates, rising electrical demand and net‑zero upgrades are increasing complexity — and why long‑term safety depends on certified contractors, accurate records, regular inspections and collaborative estate management. Read more: https://lnkd.in/g94uR7Qs #PublicSector #BuildingSafety #ElectricalCompliance #FacilitiesManagement #GovernmentBusiness

🌿 Responsible planting: today’s choices are tomorrow’s problem This feature by Daniel Docking of the Property Care Association explores how many invasive plant issues begin with well‑intentioned planting decisions — and why long‑term behaviour, legal context and realistic maintenance must guide species selection. It looks at how plants like bamboo and Gunnera illustrate the gap between short‑term impact and long‑term risk, and why responsible planting depends on matching design ambition with biological reality. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gACJZeV9 #InvasivePlants #ResponsiblePlanting #EstatesManagement #GovernmentBusiness

🏙️ Pride in Place reaches 380 neighbourhoods across the UK The Pride in Place programme now has 380 neighbourhoods on board, where local residents will help decide how up to £20 million is invested over the next decade. Each area will form a Neighbourhood Board to shape priorities and oversee long‑term improvements. Home Office guidance sets out how communities can use the funding, from high‑street upgrades to green spaces, while local examples — including youth facilities in Ramsgate and a new athletics hub in Elgin — show how early projects are taking shape. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gMPy8dDC #Community #PublicServices #LocalGovernment

🏢 Streamlining estate support across the public sector The Estates Management Services 2 framework gives public‑sector organisations a structured, compliant way to access specialist estate management expertise — supporting everything from day‑to‑day operations to long‑term planning across complex estates. This feature looks at the breadth of support available across 11 lots, including total estate management, surveying, valuation, lease management, business rating and PFI‑related services, delivered by RICS‑regulated suppliers. It also highlights the flexible buying routes under the Procurement Act 2023, including further competition and the taxi‑rank mechanism, helping organisations secure consistent, professional advice while reducing procurement risk. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e7pvZzFQ #Estates #PublicSector #PropertyManagement #Frameworks #GovernmentBusiness

The whole resource sector. One show floor. Two high-impact days. RWM Expo 2026 returns to the NEC, Birmingham on 16-17 September - the UK's leading event for waste, recycling and resource professionals. One free ticket gets you 400+ world-class suppliers, live vehicle and equipment demos, an expert-led conference programme, and seven co-located shows spanning the full breadth of the environmental sector. This is the ultimate meeting place for the waste management, resource & recycling sector - come and join us! Secure your free ticket here: https://hubs.la/Q04mF7hG0 #RWM26 #ESS26 #resourcemanagement #recyling #waste #wastemanagement #tradeexhibition #tradeshow #ciwm #esa #environment