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Three new framework agreements announced to simplify NHS procurement of soft facilities

Corporate services provider, NHS Shared Business Services (NHS SBS) has launched three new soft facilities management (FM) procurement solutions designed to enhance operational efficiency, save costs and ensure high quality environments for NHS patients, staff and visitors. Together, the new ...

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Mitie announces positive interim results and cost implications of national insurance rise

Mitie has announced positive Interim Results for the six months to 30 September 2024 for both strategic progress and financial performance. Revenues are up 14 per cent to £2,430m, operating profit up 14 per cent to £101m and the company ...

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Qualification and learning pathways for Next Gen FM leaders and professionals

With the number of universities offering postgraduate degree level qualifications having shrunk over the last decade, what more can the sector do to support and encourage the next generation of FM leaders? What opportunities are available for FMs to increase ...

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UK office attendance is up but desk provision has shrunk finds AWA research

Just 13 per cent of UK organisations are considering downsizing, suggesting that most may have reduced their real estate as far as they can according to the latest Hybrid Working Index from global workplace management consultancy AWA. UK offices provide ...

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Research finds UK office attendance and desk use up but desk provision down

UK offices provide just 56 desks per 100 employees on average according to the latest Hybrid Working Index from leading global workplace management consultancy AWA. The study, undertaken during the second quarter of 2024, comprising 34 offices, 14 organisations and ...

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Polyteck Secures Four-Year Maintenance contract with Richmond Housing Partnership

Building services company Polyteck has secured a four-year contract to provide maintenance services for Richmond Housing Partnership (RHP), as part of Fusion21’s £346 million Building Improvements Framework. Under the terms of the contract, Polyteck will deliver services including the refurbishment ...

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Collaboration between OCS and East London NHS Foundation Trust delivers £14.9m in Social and Economic Value

OCS has announced its collaboration with the East London NHS Foundation Trust (ELFT), has generated £14.9 million in social and economic value since 2022. This partnership has made a tangible difference across communities, focusing on enhancing local employment, training, and ...

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Mitie’s commitment to developing emerging talent recognised with Silver membership of The 5% Club

Mitie has been awarded Silver status within The 5% Club in recognition of its progress towards achieving 5% of its workforce in earn and learn positions. This includes apprentices, graduates on training schemes, sponsored students and interns. The 5% Club ...

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Sustainable business model pays dividends as Q3 chalks up sixth year of growth

FM company Q3 is has reported another successful year’s trading, marking its sixth year of successive growth according to its 2023-24 annual accounts. During this period, the combined UK and Channel Islands business has met all its operational and financial ...

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Stadium Support Services celebrates 20-year milestone

Over two decades, Stadium Support Services has evolved from a local stadium-focused business in the Southeast into a nationwide facilities management company, specialising in projects, fit-outs, reactive maintenance and FM Solutions for the sports, leisure and commercial property sectors across ...

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