Waste and Recycling
Recycling bins
Simpler Recycling in the NHS
From 31 March, rules around workplace recycling changed, meaning that all workplaces must separate their waste before it is collected and this includes the NHS
Health and Safety
Legionella
Legionella control in public sector buildings
Written by the Legionella Control Association, this article explores the legal duties and practical steps required to manage Legionella risk in public and commercial buildings
Frameworks
Fire extinguishers
Building Safety and Fire Compliance Framework
With infrastructure challenges mounting across the NHS, the Building Safety and Fire Compliance Framework offers a trusted route to meet strict fire safety regulations, manage risk, and futureproof healthcare environments

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Frameworks
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One framework, every cleaning solution
EPSO Total Cleaning Service Solutions (263_25) is a framework that provides access to a whole host of cleaning providers, from whom organisations can easily set up supply arrangements
Infection Control
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Infection control--more than a disinfectant and gloves
From unclear job roles to contaminated cleaning cupboards, Kelsey Hargreaves, technical manager at BICSc, explores the hidden challenges for improvement in healthcare cleaning
Design and Build
GP Surgery
£102 million to transform GP surgeries
Back in May, the government announced that a £102 million cash injection would facilitate modernising over 1,000 GP surgeries, allowing them to create space to see more patients, improve their patient care, and boost productivity, resulting in an expected 8.3 million extra appointments each year
IT and Cyber Security
Cybersecurity concept
The Cybersecurity and Resilience Bill: what you need to know
The ransomware attack on Synnovis in June 2024 exposed critical vulnerabilities in NHS cyber resilience, disporting patient care and highlighting the growing threat to UK public services. As cyberattacks escalate, the government is responding with the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill
Technology
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Transforming NHS procurement: a new era of digital commerce
The NHS is entering a new era of procurement with the launch of a modern, user-led digital commerce platform. Designed in collaboration with NHS trusts, the new system from NHS Supply Chain streamlines product search and ordering, improves usability, and supports better operational performance across the health service
Technology
NHS on laptop
Unlocking the potential of NHS spaces
Simon Taylor, director of estates policy, strategy & capital projects at NHS Property Services, introduces the NHS Estate Optimisation Guide

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