What does the Procurement Act 2023 mean for Social Value?
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With the Procurement Act 2023 set to 'go live' in February 2025, Ian McKinnon, Chief Product Officer at Veriforce CHAS, explores the background of Social Value and where it fits in relation to the Act.
As many businesses can evidence, Social Value has become a core component in public sector procurement over the last ten years. Yet, while Social Value is far from a new concept, its integration has proved slow. Hampered by a lack of clarity around its definition and measurement, it has been left open to interpretation.
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Seven issues affecting the construction industry in 2025
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The construction industry is navigating a period of significant change, shaped by new government initiatives, regulatory shifts, technological advancements, and global challenges. These factors are creating both obstacles and opportunities for growth. Ian McKinnon, Managing Director, Veriforce CHAS (pictured), highlights some critical issues that will define the sector in 2025 and outlines how industry players can adapt.
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Veriforce CHAS collaboration fuels fleet expansion and operational growth
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KM Group, a multi-award-winning leader in construction, civil engineering, and utility infrastructure services, has been enjoying steady growth, supported by its CHAS Elite CAS SSIP certifications. These awards highlight KM Group's commitment to safe and responsible operations, making onboarding new clients faster and easier. However, with this growth comes practical challenges, particularly the need for more vehicles to support their expanding team.
Previously, KM Group sourced its fleet of around 50 light commercial vehicles (LCVs) from multiple suppliers, which was time-consuming, costly, and logistically inconvenient. As the company continued to expand, it became clear that they needed a more efficient, reliable, and cost-effective solution for acquiring vehicles.
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New study confirms heat pumps vastly outperform traditional heating systems
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A groundbreaking study analysing real-world performance data for heat pumps across the UK has revealed that both Ground Source Heat Pumps (GSHPs) and Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHPs) deliver substantial efficiency gains over traditional gas and oil boilers, with GSHPs offering even greater long-term performance advantages.
The report, “In-Situ Heat Pump Performance - Analysis of Ofgem Data 2017–2022”, funded by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ), Renewable Energy Consumer Code (RECC), and the Ground Source Heat Pump Association (GSHPA), assessed data from over 1,700 heat pump installations monitored between 2017 and 2022.
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York Handmade wins major award at the brick oscars
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The York Handmade Brick Company, one of the leading independent brickmakers in the country, has won a major honour in the prestigious 2024 Brick Awards.
York Handmade, based at Alne, near Easingwold, in North Yorkshire, triumphed in the Craftsmanship category for the company’s work on 5 St Frederick’s Place in the heart of City of London.
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