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Employees who took part in a new global survey say that having a diverse, equitable, and inclusive (DEI) workplace is important to them. They also want their leaders to be vocal about how organizations are actively engaged in such efforts. Catalyst, a global nonprofit promoting gender equity and workplace inclusion, analyzed 6,800 employees in 11…

The Nova Scotia government plans to spend over $1.6 billion on capital projects in the coming fiscal year, which includes hospitals, schools, and roads and highways. Finance Minister Allan MacMaster presented the 2024-25 capital plan this week that also earmarks funds for new housing projects. “I am pleased this plan supports efforts to build more…

Places for London (Transport for London’s wholly owned commercial property company) has teamed up with Construction Youth Trust on its educational engagement programme to inspire the next generation to work in the built environment, which encompasses both the construction and real estate sectors. The programme is a collaboration between Places for London and its partners,…

As winter’s icy grip tightens around the country each year, facilities managers face the challenge of preparing heating systems to withstand severe cold temperatures. A proactive approach to preventative maintenance is crucial in ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and longevity of heating systems. The objective is not merely to address issues as they arise but to…

  Planning permission to develop a new cutting-edge headquarters for the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF) at the University of Reading has been granted after Wokingham Borough Council approved the development at its February 2024 Planning Committee. The new headquarters will be developed by the Government Property Agency’s (GPA) delivery partners AtkinsRéalis and…

  Disinfection and cleaning are critical to keeping healthcare facilities from becoming contaminated. Given this, it is no surprise that there are nuances to these processes, meaning they must be done properly. Here are three nuances of cleaning and disinfection. 1: Traditional and “Hospital Grade” Disinfectants While one might think there is not much of…