The voice of the UK’s cleaning, hygiene and waste sector, the British Cleaning Council (BCC), has officially elected a new Chair and Deputy Chair at its recent Annual General Meeting. Delia Cannings, who has served as Deputy Chair of the ...
Read More »A strong Health and Safety strategy can lead to staff loyalty
As staff attraction and retention continues to be an issue for cleaning operators, creating a health and safety culture that goes beyond pure regulatory compliance could be a strategic response to staffing challenges Martin Troelsgaard, Global Head of Insights at ...
Read More »Get ready to enter the Kimberly-Clark Professional Golden Service Awards 2024
Considered to be the pinnacle awards for the cleaning industry, Kimberly-Clark Professional has announced the return of the Golden Service Awards on Thursday 23 May 2024 at the London Hilton, Park Lane. Created more than 30 years ago, the biennial ...
Read More »Wessex Cleaning to host groundbreaking I-Team Roadshow 2023
Wessex Cleaning Equipment, a leading provider of innovative cleaning solutions, has announced that it will be hosting the highly anticipated I-Team Roadshow 2023 on August 24th at 10am. This event is set to revolutionise the cleaning industry by showcasing cutting-edge ...
Read More »Kärcher Professional UK introduces used equipment service
Kärcher Professional UK has launched Kärcher Used, a new service which offers expertly refurbished professional cleaning machines for sale, all backed up by a Kärcher used equipment warranty. Kärcher Used provides a cost-effective, sustainable solution for businesses looking to purchase ...
Read More »Making the most of the summer months to deep clean
By Gill Ireson, Head of Sales at cleaning manufacturer and distributor, Robert Scott The longer days and dryer climates of the summer months present a clear opportunity for deep cleaning. Spaces such as educational facilities which see a drop in ...
Read More »SBFM invited onto government’s advisory board for the rehabilitation of ex-offenders
SBFM, one of the UK and Ireland’s fastest-growing soft FM service providers, has been invited onto the Employment Advisory Board (EAB) as part of a programme that links prison leavers with local employers who can offer their expertise on skills, ...
Read More »CHSA publishes report on sustainability initiatives in the cleaning industry
The Cleaning & Hygiene Suppliers Association (CHSA) has published a report designed to help buyers of these products select ethically and environmentally sustainable solutions. Lorcan Mekitarian, Chair of the CHSA said: “Sustainability is one of the biggest issues facing our ...
Read More »Conquering the obstacles of summer street cleaning
With summer in full swing, local authorities are tackling the challenges of road sweeping during the warm and dry season. Paul Beddows, Sales Director at Dawsongroup emc, emphasises how the company’s electric fleet can contribute to maintaining cleanliness and safety ...
Read More »Councils to receive funding totalling more than £1.2 million to target chewing gum stains
Fifty-six councils across the UK are to receive grants totalling more than £1.2 million to remove discarded chewing gum from our streets and prevent it from being littered again. Antrim and Newtownabbey, Cardiff, Glasgow, Ipswich, Liverpool, Sunderland and Wiltshire are ...
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