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The local government structures shake-up: Reorganisation, impact, and technology needs

Mark Gannon, Director of Client Solution at Netcall, discusses the UK Government’s creation of unitary authorities as part of the abolition of the two-tier local government structures in England and the role of technology in this significant reorganisation.

Autonomous robots fight infections on the front lines

Per Juul Nielsen, CEO at UVD Robots, explains how autonomous robots can be used to fight infections, such as COVID-19 on the front lines.

Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine to be rolled out across UK next week

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has approved the Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for use in the UK and will be made available as early as next week.

How recruiting frameworks have changed post-pandemic

Kathryn Barnes, European Counsel, Globalization Partners, argues that as remote work becomes the norm, it is now essential to hire, onboard, and build trusted teams – virtually.

How to overcome the challenges of remote recruiting during a pandemic

Chris Farmer, leadership and management training expert and founder of Corporate Coach Group, discusses the challenges presented to recruiters during a pandemic where remote recruiting is now, for many, the only viable option to growing teams.

We must find other ways to keep NHS teams safe when they can’t work from home

Dr Anas Nader, co-founder and CEO of Patchwork Health, discusses why we must find reliable ways to keep NHS teams safe when they can't work from home during the pandemic.

Clean Air Zones: A breath of fresh air

Simon Boyle, Environmental Law Director and Sally Redman, Senior Environmental Consultant, both from Argyll Environmental, tell us why Clean Air Zones in the UK are a breath of fresh air.

Sustainable IT and the 2020 office

Here, we learn from Crispin Associates Ltd about sustainable IT and its impact on health in the 2020 office through an in-depth look at photocopiers and printers.

Selecting hand hygiene products in a global pandemic

Chris Wakefield, Vice President of GOJO Industries-Europe Ltd, explores how businesses can navigate the increase in cleaning products on the market and select products that will best meet their needs.

Moving forward with fuel cells and hydrogen

Morry Markowitz, President of the Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Energy Association underscores the importance of moving forward when it comes to fuel cells and hydrogen.

Why infrastructure should be at the top of your organisation’s IT agenda

CEOs of IT Naturally Julie Bishop and Richard Gardner discuss why IT infrastructure matters, and why their refreshing approach to changing, running, and securing infrastructure is winning customers’ hearts and minds.

Exploring UVC technology for infection control

Anti Viral UVC explores how ultraviolet light works and how UVC energy is an effective and environmentally friendly way to eradicate dangerous microorganisms in any environment.

Climate University: Teaching and learning for a sustainable future

The Institute for Atmospheric and Earth System Research (INAR) talks us through the online learning opportunities available at Climate University to tackle the challenges of climate change and sustainability.

How is climate change increasing HIV risks for women?

When it comes to HIV risks for women, researchers found that natural disasters force vulnerable women to take any chance to secure resources - whether through transactional sex or engagement in early marriage.

COVID-19 testing labs: Size isn’t everything

When it comes to COVID-19 testing labs, size isn’t everything, according to Alan Thornhill, UK Country Manager at Igenomix and Honorary Professor of Reproductive Genetics at the University of Kent, who spoke to Natalie Broome (MSc student, Kent).

IR35: Understanding the changes to off-payroll working

Caroline Vooght, director at Expion Search & Selection focusses on the importance that both businesses and contractors understand the new rules around off-payroll working, also known as IR35, as recent changes come into effect next April.

New algae threatens conservation of Caribbean coral reefs

Human activity is making the conservation of Caribbean coral reefs difficult - but a new algal threat is adding pressure to an already precarious situation.

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