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July 2020
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Report highlights role of plastic recycling in carbon net-zero targets

A report on the carbon impact of packaging material reveals that in most cases the main alternatives to plastic packaging – cardboard, glass, steel and aluminium – “emit more greenhouse gases”.
July 2020
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Number of workers fatally injured at work ‘lowest on record’

Official data for work-related fatal accidents reveals that 111 workers were fatally injured at work between April 2019 and March 2020 (a rate of 0.34 deaths per 100,000 workers) – the lowest toll on record.
July 2020
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Sodexo reports loss of a third in revenues over Q3

Sodexo has lost almost one-third of its third quarter revenues relative to last year because of the coronavirus pandemic, according to the company’s latest financial results. 
July 2020

Editor's selection

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Home & Away

In just three tumultuous months, the homes we live in and the ways we get to and from them have become much more significant components in what many now see as a considerably nuanced workplace equation. Simon Wicks assesses how the built environment beyond the office doors may affect the future health and wellbeing of workers.
June 2020
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Good health for air and water

The challenge of maintaining cleanliness has been thrown sharply into focus because of Covid-19. But more can be done to ensure clean air and water, and healthier living and working spaces, says Gary Nicholls.
June 2020
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Building passports

Building passports are being touted as a new solution to an old building management problem, but Mike Packham says FMs already have the resources at hand.
June 2020
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Return to work guides: a thematic analysis

Dr Matthew Tucker and Dr Hannah Wilson assess the plethora of back-to-work guides published by service providers and corporate real estate firms over recent weeks
June 2020
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Poor connection

Reliable indoor mobile coverage can ease home broadband capacity challenges during the pandemic, says Colin Abrey.
June 2020
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Homing in on shifting worker preference

Workplace and facilities management teams will need to balance their offerings to accommodate those continuing to work from home and those wishing to return to the workplace.
June 2020

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Technology

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Report highlights role of plastic recycling in carbon net-zero targets

A report on the carbon impact of packaging material reveals that in most cases the main alternatives to plastic packaging – cardboard, glass, steel and aluminium – “emit more greenhouse gases”.
8th July 2020
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Carlisle Support Services takes another bite at Saputo Dairy UK

Carlisle Support Services’ Northern Security and Events division has won a three-year integrated security services deal at Saputo Dairy UK’s Kirkby site on Merseyside.
6th July 2020
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Fusion21 appoints suppliers to its £80m Lifts Framework

Procurement organisation and social enterprise Fusion21 has announced the suppliers appointed to its national Lifts Framework – worth up to £80 million over four years.
6th July 2020
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Serco takes wing with £20m MoD engineering support deal

International services company and defence specialist Serco has won a £20 million contract to provide aircraft engineering support and airfield services at Royal Naval Air Stations (RNAS) Yeovilton and Culdrose.
Software & Systems
2nd July 2020
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Sustainability

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Report highlights role of plastic recycling in carbon net-zero targets

A report on the carbon impact of packaging material reveals that in most cases the main alternatives to plastic packaging – cardboard, glass, steel and aluminium – “emit more greenhouse gases”.
8th July 2020
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Mitie services seven more coronavirus test centres

Mitie is providing key services at seven coronavirus regional testing centres in addition to the five it already operates in across England and Wales.
Waste management
7th July 2020
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New Earth Solutions takes six-year Dorset waste deal

New Earth Solutions (Canford) has been awarded a six-year deal (plus a three-year option to extend) to treat and dispose of the waste for Dorset Council at its Canford site.
Waste management
Recycling
6th July 2020
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Incentive awarded three new shopping centre contracts

Property development and investment company British Land has awarded Incentive FM three new shopping centre contracts and renewed another two contracts at sites across the UK.
Waste management
6th July 2020
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Energy management

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Home-based carbon

Home working could change how companies report carbon, says Chris Havers
Electricity
8th July 2020
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Mitie takes five-year IFM deal with Royal London Group

Mitie has won a new five-year integrated facilities management (IFM) contract with insurance company Royal London Group.
Energy Management Systems
6th July 2020
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UKGBC task group to define social value for the built environment

The UK Green Building Council (UKGBC) has announced a new task group that will develop a definition of social value for the built environment sector.
25th June 2020
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Engie names new MD for Global Business Line Client Solutions

Pierre Cheyron has been appointed managing director of ENGIE’s Global Business Line Client Solutions from 1st September.
Energy Management Systems
23rd June 2020
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Compliance

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Report highlights role of plastic recycling in carbon net-zero targets

A report on the carbon impact of packaging material reveals that in most cases the main alternatives to plastic packaging – cardboard, glass, steel and aluminium – “emit more greenhouse gases”.
8th July 2020
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Number of workers fatally injured at work ‘lowest on record’

Official data for work-related fatal accidents reveals that 111 workers were fatally injured at work between April 2019 and March 2020 (a rate of 0.34 deaths per 100,000 workers) – the lowest toll on record.
Health & Safety
8th July 2020
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Number of workers averse to return to the office doubles during lockdown 

The number of employees who do not want to return to the office has almost doubled since lockdown began, shows a poll carried out for the Institute of Workplace and Facilities Management.
Health & Safety
Risk & Business Continuity
7th July 2020
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Sasse secures cleaning deal with Red Kite Community Housing

Sasse Group has taken a three-year contract with Red Kite Community Housing to provide cleaning and support services for more than 100 schemes across Buckinghamshire. 
Health & Safety
7th July 2020
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About The Institute of Workplace and Facilities Management (IWFM)

The Institute of Workplace and Facilities Management (IWFM) is the pioneering body for workplace and facilities management professionals.

We are a community of over 17,000. We share best practice and knowledge with the profession and support our member’s professional development through internationally recognised, regulated qualifications, short courses and training. We are here to drive change. To extend our profession’s impact beyond the built environment and unlock its potential value to business and society.

Find out more about us on iwfm.org.uk »

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