Day: October 4, 2018

Private sector C-suite executives and energy managers are neglecting to set targets to cut company carbon emissions, according to a study by YouGov. http://www.fm-world.co.uk/news/c-suite-and-energy-managers-need-a-wake-up-call-on-carbon-emission-targets/ News from FM World

Affordable and accessible renewables have resulted in green electricity generation reaching a record level, says the Renewable Energy Association, which calls for more support from the government to guarantee growth. http://www.fm-world.co.uk/news/renewable-electricity-generation-hits-record-high/ News from FM World

The Security Industry Authority has announced the key changes from the latest review of its flagship Approved Contractor Scheme for private security businesses. The changes will take effect on 1 April 2019. http://www.fm-world.co.uk/news/security-industry-review-is-published/ News from FM World

The BIFM has broadly welcomed chancellor Philip Hammond’s announcement this week of plans for changes to the apprenticeship levy system, expressing hopes that a further review would lead to a more flexible system. http://www.fm-world.co.uk/news/bifm-calls-for-more-flexibility-in-apprenticeship-levy-review/ News from FM World

A new report calls for stricter controls on the presence of asbestos containing materials (ACMs) in the workplace focusing particularly on schools and hospitals. http://www.fm-world.co.uk/news/white-paper-calls-for-tougher-controls-on-asbestos/ News from FM World