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Flood risk: Recent trends and policy responses
Posted on: 9 December 2013
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As part of the City of Westminster’s emerging local plan, which covers the next 15-20 years, the Council is developing a new planning policy to specifically address flood risk management. The policy aims to ensure that flood risk and the impacts of flooding are effectively minimised and managed across the City of Westminster. This consultation paper sets out the background to the new policy and recommendations for the council’s policy approach.
The role of natural resources in disarmament, demobilization and reintegration: Addressing risks and seizing opportunities
Posted on: 9 December 2013
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Natural resources, such as land, forests and minerals, can help create jobs, rebuild economic livelihoods and reintegrate former combatants in war-torn countries, but only if they are managed properly, according to a new United Nations report.
English Heritage New Model: Consultation
Posted on: 9 December 2013
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The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) launched a consultation on proposed changes to how English Heritage delivers its services. It is proposed that a charitable arm will be established whose purpose will be the conservation and public enjoyment of the National Heritage Collection. It will undertake an ambitious programme of conservation of the collection and make a series of investments to improve the experience of visitors and members. There will be no changes to English Heritage’s current duties and responsibilities for championing, advising on and helping to conserve England’s wider historic environment. These will be delivered under the new name of ‘Historic England’. It will continue to provide impartial advice to central government, local authorities, other heritage organisations and private owners. It will continue to co-ordinate the National Heritage Protection Plan, to manage the Heritage at Risk register and to provide access to its expert research and extensive archives. Comments are requested by 7 February 2014.
Cities prepare: Reducing vulnerabilities for the urban poor
Posted on: 9 December 2013
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The report warns of rapid urbanisation and the increased risk this poses as systems are put under pressure. The report highlights six other Asian cities – Bangkok, Thailand; Jakarta, Indonesia; Kolkata, India; Kathmandu, Nepal; and Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea – to contrast the different levels of preparedness across Asia. The report urges governments, businesses, civil society and communities to immediately address the changing urban landscape and ensure disaster preparedness is central to planning, future legislation and research. The report recommends governments place more emphasis on disaster risk reduction (DDR) programmes for homes, schools, businesses and in developing policies in areas such as health care and municipal planning. It also calls for more partnerships to eliminate gaps in disaster planning at the municipal level and increased involvement of children in disaster preparedness plans.
The future of facilities management
Posted on: 9 December 2013
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The facilities management industry will change dramatically over the next ten years as clients increasingly look to FM for advice on business operations, a new study has found. The study was commissioned by FTSE 250 strategic outsourcer MITIE, and drew on in-depth interviews with 30 senior property and facilities directors across the UK to develop a closer understanding of the issues and opportunities they face.
Supporting high streets and town centres
Posted on: 9 December 2013
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This paper accompanied the Chancellors Autumn Statement, highlighting the government’s proposals for helping the high street and town centres.
Travel Market Report
Posted on: 9 December 2013
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Travel Market Report is an online business publication that serves as an independent forum and voice for retail travel sellers around the globe. We provide in-depth coverage and analysis of news and trends affecting leisure and corporate travel agents, along with practical business advice and insights into key growth markets.
Millennium Stadium Economic Report
Posted on: 6 December 2013
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An independent report into the economic impact of the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, Wales, has revealed that it generates more than £130 million a year for the city and nation and sustains more than 2,500 permanent jobs. The report carried out by Econactive Ltd for the Welsh Rugby Union concluded that the financial benefits delivered by events at the Stadium are highly significant within the context of Welsh tourism.
One Wales: One planet. The Sustainable Development Annual Report 2012-2013
Posted on: 6 December 2013
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This report explains how the Welsh Government’s Sustainable Development Scheme has been implemented between April 2012 and March 2013.
The Green Rethink
Posted on: 6 December 2013
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Green Rethink brought together some of the foremost architects engaged with green building to share their thoughts on energy and the environment. The Architects Journal invited 33 speakers to address the 156 delegates to the inaugural Footprint Live conference: The Green Rethink, in association with Lafarge Tarmac. Videos from the gathering at the Royal College of Physicians will be viewable soon.
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