Cleaning and Hygiene Industry

Stuart Conroy, Commercial Director at Peartree Cleaning Services, comments on the impact of the latest Budget on Peartree and the wider cleaning industry. “Whilst the Autumn Statement did not increase direct business taxes, it also did nothing to inject cash ...

The British Cleaning Council (BCC) has urged its member associations and organisations across the cleaning, hygiene and FM sector to take action on modern slavery. Modern slavery occurs where someone is forced into working in conditions where they are exploited ...

The Clean Start Initiative has delivered an inspiring multi-school presentation to more than 450 pupils from six Bolton-based primary schools, aiming to transform young people’s perceptions of the cleaning industry and highlight the breadth of career opportunities available within the ...

The Manchester Cleaning Show has unveiled its full 2026 conference programme, offering the industry’s most comprehensive platform for insight, innovation and future-focused discussion. Returning to Manchester Central on 18–19 February 2026, the show will bring together sector leaders, innovators and ...

Temperatures have recently plummeted across the UK, meaning many people experiencing homelessness are forced to seek shelter wherever they can find warmth and protection from the elements. Unfortunately, this can sometimes mean choosing places which are unsafe, inadequate, and come ...

Following its most successful year to date in Edinburgh, the European Cleaning & Hygiene Awards will return in 2026, this time heading to the sun-soaked island of Mallorca. The ninth annual awards will take place on Thursday 8th October 2026 at ...

The Manchester Cleaning Show, the UK’s second-largest cleaning and hygiene trade event after London, will return to Manchester Central on 18–19 February 2026, bringing together the brightest industry innovators and decision-makers from across the North. Attendee registration is now open, ...

ISSA, the worldwide cleaning industry association, has announced the 2025 ISSA Achievement Awards honourees. The annual program recognises cleaning and facility solutions industry professionals who are driving the industry forward through their positive contributions in their businesses and beyond. These ...

ISSA, the worldwide cleaning industry association, has announced the ISSA Board of Directors’ appointment of Kim Althoff as the next ISSA Executive Director, effective October 29. Althoff will succeed John Barrett, who has served in the role since 2015 and ...

Industry experts are calling for clear and effective cleaning standards to be introduced across workplaces and public spaces in the UK to build on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Global Handwashing Standards released today, Weds 15 October from 1pm. Welcoming ...