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Majority of hard hat industry workers have struggled with their mental health

New research has found that a staggering 94 per cent of professionals working in the ‘hard hat’ industries have reported major challenges with their mental health, including feelings of stress, anxiety, depression, and loneliness. The research from hydraulic hose replacement ...

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Spaces to Places unveils first London Flex Brand Index

Flexible space marketing and consultancy agency, Spaces to Places, has undertaken rigorous analysis of the London flex office market to understand the role brand plays in success for the first time. Published on Monday (23 September), its inaugural report assesses ...

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Communia FM – A new Social Enterprise for the FM market

Social Enterprises are becoming much more common within the UK economy. According to the Social Enterprise UK website, there are now 130,000 Social Enterprises operating in the UK, employing over two million people. With the increase in Social Enterprises expected ...

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Social mobility

Invest in social mobility to create career opportunities and sustainable employment, says Toni-Marie Vaughan, Head of Social Mobility, OCS UK Social mobility should be considered a key investment as it is not only important for hiring practices, but helps breakdown ...

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‘Activate the Senses’ announced as the theme for Workspace Design Show

Workspace Design Show announces the theme of its 2025 edition: ‘Activate the Senses’; which will explore how multi-sensory, immersive environments aid wellbeing, productivity and engagement in the workplace. Workspace Design Show returns to the Business Design Centre from 26 – ...

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Veolia awarded £9.4m contract with Kingston Council

Veolia has signed a new eight-year environmental services contract with Kingston Council. The £9.4 million contract will build on the existing recycling and waste collection and street cleansing services while supporting Kingston Council’s ambitions to improve social value and reach ...

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Triple success for OCS at the Innovation in FM Awards in UAE

OCS has won a hat trick of distinguished awards at the Innovation in FM Awards 2024, which celebrate exceptional projects, initiatives, and individuals leading the charge in advancing the facilities management industry for the Middle East region. Held in Dubai, ...

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Serco retains soft FM contract at Forth Valley Royal Hospital

Serco has retained its soft facilities management contract at Forth Valley Royal Hospital. The contract follows a comprehensive market test exercise conducted in partnership with Forth Health and NHS Forth Valley. Serco has been responsible for providing both soft and ...

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Evolving legislation and skills gaps identified as key security industry challenges

Mitie’s new Security Radar report has revealed that almost a quarter (24 per cent) of security decision-makers are unsure how their organisation will be impacted by upcoming legislation, whilst a third (33 per cent) say the limited pool of applicants ...

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Stadium Support Services scores partnership deal with MK Dons

Stadium Support Services has been named as the official Projects Partner of MK Dons Football Club. With more than 20 years of experience across the sport, leisure, and commercial property sectors, Stadium Support Services says it is committed to helping ...

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