Education

A news round-up of stories in the FM sector

The air quality in almost three in four (72%) classrooms is “below standard”, according to a survey.

FM provider Avrenim has been awarded contracts with clients including Warrington & Halton Hospitals NHS Trust, Liverpool City Council and the University of Salford.

A new study has estimated that the market for building automation controls in light commercial buildings is at £237 million/€275 million in 2022.

Commercial cleaning company Mrs Buckét has been awarded a contract with Brynteg School in Bridgend – one of the largest secondary schools in Wales.

Novus Property Solutions is continuing its growth in the education sector with several recent contract and framework wins at universities and colleges in the north of England.

DMA Maintenance has secured a four-year, multi-million pound contract comprising mechanical, electrical and plumbing and fabric upgrade services with University College London (UCL). 

A university has launched two new policies designed to offer support to staff experiencing the menopause and those undergoing fertility treatment – and raising awareness of the issues with line managers and other staff members.

Global design and consultancy group for natural and built assets Arcadis has been chosen by the University of Leeds to deliver its net zero carbon programme.

Analysis suggests that in a post-pandemic world where hybrid learning has become more widespread 47% of current students still want to be in student accommodation and living with their peers.