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A ‘more open’ public procurement regime announced

New laws ‘putting growth, small businesses, and transparency, at the heart of public contract awards’ are now in force as part of ‘a transformation’ of the government’s commercial landscape that delivers on the Plan for Change.

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Other News

Schools and NHS sites to benefit from £200 m investment to install solar power and renewables
Schools and NHS sites to benefit from £200 m investment to install solar power and renewables

‘Hundreds’ of schools, NHS Trusts, and communities across the UK will benefit from new rooftop solar power and renewable schemes to save money on their energy bills, thanks to a total £200 million investment from the UK government and Great British...

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NHSPS’ three-year strategy to reduce NHS facilities’ environmental impact
NHSPS’ three-year strategy to reduce NHS facilities’ environmental impact

NHS Property Services has launched its new Green Plan, a comprehensive three-year strategy which it says is aimed at reducing the environmental impact of NHS facilities, and ‘progressing towards a Net Zero carbon future’ by 2040.

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Cundall strengthens science and technology offering with new appointment
Cundall strengthens science and technology offering with new appointment

Global multidisciplinary engineering and design consultant, Cundall, says the appointment of Jordan Mason as an associate director, based in its London office, reflects the business’s ambition to strengthen its science and technology service...

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BESA backs high product information standards in with CCPI Pledge
BESA backs high product information standards in with CCPI Pledge

The Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) has officially become a Trade Associate of the Code for Construction Product Information (CCPI) – which it says reinforces its commitment to raising standards in construction product information...

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MHRA welcomes Health Minister ‘to see cutting-edge science that protects patients and supports the NHS’
MHRA welcomes Health Minister ‘to see cutting-edge science that protects patients and supports the NHS’

The Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (the MHRA) recently welcomed Health Minister, Karin Smyth, to its science campus in South Mimms as part of British Science Week ‘to demonstrate how innovations become safe, effective treatments...

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‘Revolutionising’ NHS estates and facilities management through 'digital transformation'
‘Revolutionising’ NHS estates and facilities management through 'digital transformation'

A webinar to be held by MRI Software in association with Health Estate Journal at 11.00 am on 1 May will focus on ‘the significant challenges the NHS faces in estates and facilities management due to fragmented systems, manual data collection, and...

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Features

The ‘in-use’ benefits of biometric access control
The ‘in-use’ benefits of biometric access control

Kabir Sangha, UK and Ireland Sales manager for Biometrics at CDVI, discusses the advantages and in-use benefits of biometric access control systems in keeping all users of mental healthcare facilities safe, ensuring security and protecting property, and preventing access to all but authorised users. ‘Once reserved for futuristic Hollywood...

Balancing security with a therapeutic environment
Balancing security with a therapeutic environment

HLM Architects’ Neil Orpwood reflects on insights from the DiMH 2024 Conference, and a session exploring the balance between local and specialist services.

The benefits of ‘the right light at the right time’
The benefits of ‘the right light at the right time’

Dr Shelley James, a lighting design consultant, TEDx and keynote speaker, author, and elected member of the WELL Light Advisory Team, discusses the significant positive impact that today’s advanced lighting technologies can have both on patient and service-user recovery, state of mind, and mood, and staff’s wellbeing and ability to deliver the...

AGM reveals income and event numbers up
AGM reveals income and event numbers up

News of the successful re-location to Manchester of the Network’s 2024 conference and exhibition featured among topics discussed at the organisation’s ‘online’ 2024 AGM.

Products

'Smart, efficient' circulator for HVAC and DHW systems launched
'Smart, efficient' circulator for HVAC and DHW systems launched

DAB Pumps says its new Evoplus Lite advanced wet rotor electronic circulator is designed to enhance efficiency, reliability, and comfort, in residential and commercial heating, cooling, and domestic hot water (DHW) systems.

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‘Proven’ cold thermal energy storage technology launched in the UK
‘Proven’ cold thermal energy storage technology launched in the UK

Fafco, a global specialist in thermal energy storage solutions, has appointed Pure Thermal as its exclusive sales and technical partner / distributor for the UK and Irish markets.

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Robust modular furniture for indoor and outdoor use
Robust modular furniture for indoor and outdoor use

With flexibility and adaptability key design principles for healthcare spaces – since over time care provision can evolve, and patient needs can change – furniture that can be easily reconfigured or repurposed allows healthcare facilities to adjust...

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Damage-resistant and ‘100 per cent waterproof' bed
Damage-resistant and ‘100 per cent waterproof' bed

The Ryno Wall Bed from Pineapple Contracts has a one-piece design, is ‘totally water-resistant’, damage-resistant, and ‘anti-concealment’, and with ergonomics in mind, one side is angled outwards – making it easier for users to stand up from the bed.

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Intastop Ltd has been leading the way in the specialist fields of anti-ligature products and door and wall protection for over 30 years. This pedigree, combined with the company’s commitment to new product development and leading edge innovation, ensures Intastop remains a leading manufacturer and supplier to the healthcare, public and leisure...

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