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Martyn’s Law – Transforming security preparedness in the wake of tragedy

The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill is a remarkable initiative aimed at improving security measures at public venues. Mike Bluestone CSyP, Executive Director, Corps Consult explores the impact the new law will have on security measures and the critical role ...

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McLaren to repurpose art deco landmark

Publica Properties Establishment has appointed McLaren Construction to carry out the £132 million refurbishment and extension of 318 Oxford Street, repurposing the House of Fraser department store as a 34,000 square metre mixed use development. The project restores the art ...

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Less than one month to go until the arrival of The Manchester Cleaning Show 2024

There is now less than one month to go until the UK’s biggest cleaning trade show arrives in Manchester, bringing together thousands of cleaning and hygiene professionals from across all sectors of society. The event, which takes place 13 – ...

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Eptura Workplace Index: 2023 has been a year of change to a new normal

Most business leaders now accept the hybrid workforce as the new normal. While some organisations have insisted on a return to the office, the majority have adapted to a structured hybrid model. At the same time, in an increasingly tough ...

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SEGRO appoints JLL to manage retail and office portfolio

JLL’s Property and Asset Management (PAM) team has been appointed by SEGRO to manage a retail and office portfolio in Slough, in a new, three-year contract agreement. The UK Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT), and a leading owner, manager and ...

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Door Controls Direct setting the standard for delivering reliable door control solutions

At Door Controls Direct, we aim to set the standard for delivering reliable door control solutions. We are committed to providing our customers with reliable products and expert guidance. Our goal is to revolutionise the door control industry by providing ...

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New partnership offers a safer line of emergency communication within platform lifts

The Platform Lift Company (PLC) has partnered with SafeLine, a Swedish company that manufactures open protocol safety accessories for lifts, to ensure that all emergency auto-diallers currently installed within platform lifts are upgraded to digital ahead of the analogue switch ...

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Colliers identifies top five value creation opportunities for European commercial real estate

After a challenging 2023, global property management and investment firm, Colliers, believes that 2024 will be the start of a transformative three years for commercial real estate (CRE) bringing value creation opportunities for occupiers and investors. In its new market ...

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Charting the course for connected retail facility operations with IoT at the helm

By Basant Singhatwadia, Director of Customer Innovation & Strategy at Facilio Inc. From seamless online and offline shopping integration to cutting-edge wayfinding tools and personalised shopping recommendations, technology has created a retail landscape where convenience, personalisation, and engagement thrive. Shoppers ...

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Safe from smoke

Conor Logan, Technical Director at Colt, on the hidden dangers of neglecting smoke control maintenance and why proactive servicing is essential As a diligent facilities manager, your primary responsibility lies in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the occupants within ...

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