Cleaning and Hygiene Industry

London startup FreshCheck has received £150,000 funding from the British Design Fund (BDF) to accelerate the rollout of its patented colour-change hygiene verification system. Founded in 2015 by Imperial College London PhD alumni Alex Bond and Dr. John Simpson, FreshCheck ...

ISSA, the association for cleaning and facility solutions, has announced the return of International Cleaning Week (ICW), taking place 22-28 March 2026. The week-long event honours the vital work of cleaning professionals, advances industry advocacy, and recognises exemplary organisations and ...

The stage is being set for the 2026 Kimberly-Clark Professional™ Golden Service Awards with the announcement of the finalists, plus renowned comedian and actor Kerry Godliman as host. The finalists are announced for the most sought-after accolades in cleaning and ...

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, ...