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18th of March 2025 Article by Lorcan Mekitarian
Climate change is a big issue facing us all. Businesses are working hard to operate sustainably, putting in place initiatives designed to cut carbon emissions and make sure their operations and products and services have a minimal impact on the environment. The challenge is how to operate sustainably in the current economic environment, writes Lorcan Mekitarian, chair of the Cleaning & Hygiene Suppliers Association (CHSA) in the UK.<..
Attracting the next generation of cleaning industry professionals
12th of March 2025 Article by Paul Ashton
The UK cleaning and hygiene sector, employing over 1.6 million individuals, is integral to our economy. However, attracting and retaining young talent has become increasingly challenging. With an ageing workforce and evolving career expectations, our industry must modernise to stay competitive - says Paul Ashton, CEO of Birkin Group and chairman of the Cleaning & Support Services Association (CSSA).
Generation Z - those born ..
Appifying cleaning – connecting a remote workforce
4th of March 2025 Article by Ricky Majer
In cleaning, connecting a widespread workforce can be difficult, especially if the technology used is clunky and ineffective. Ricky Majer, CTO at facilities services provider SBFM explores the benefits of ‘appification' - custom-built applications that give cleaning operatives accessible communication methods, flexible working options and new learning opportunities.
In an industry as dynamic and fundamental as cleaning, con..
UK cleaning company becomes Living Pension employer
18th of February 2025 Article by Charlie Walker
Social enterprise cleaning business Clean for Good, based in London, was established seven years ago with the objective of offering a fair deal for cleaners and driving change in the sector. Its managing director Charlie Walker tells us why the company has now become a Living Pension Employer.
The Living Pension is a new Living Wag..
Impact of the telephone sick note
12th of February 2025 Article by Katja Scholz
From Germany Katja Scholz tells us about the increase in the sickness absence rate in the sector.
In what has almost become a tradition, the Federal Association of Contract Cleaners (BIV) presented the results of its autumn business survey in October. Over 400 member firms took part, showing the overall mood in the sector along with forecasts and expectations. A particular stand-out topic was the telephone sick note.
The ..
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