<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Workplace]]></title><description><![CDATA[Discover how Workplace’s expansive yet close-knit team brings commitment to human-centric services, social responsibility, and integrity.]]></description><link>https://www.workplace.co.uk/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 20:37:33 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.workplace.co.uk/pl/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Are we creating an environment where everyone has a fair opportunity to succeed? What does being Disability Confident mean? The UK Government's Disability Confident scheme encourages employers to think differently about disability and take practical action to improve how they recruit, retain and develop disabled people and people with long-term health conditions. Inclusion starts before someone joins us Creating an inclusive workplace begins with recruitment. People should be able to...]]></description><link>https://www.workplace.co.uk/post/we-are-proud-to-be-a-disability-confident-employer</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aab8905492c8c41bafaeb38</guid><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 06:48:20 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/268e54_9b6df23fea76402d822f40c919649e01~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Junah Espinar</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suicide Prevention in the Workplace: The Importance of Checking In]]></title><description><![CDATA[September is Suicide Prevention Month, a time to encourage conversations about suicide, mental health and the support available to those who may be struggling.  While suicide prevention is not solely a workplace responsibility, workplaces have an important role to play. We spend a significant part of our lives at work, and our colleagues can sometimes be the people who notice when something doesn't seem quite right.  (Image from Suicide Prevention Month | Samaritans ) Sometimes, the signs are...]]></description><link>https://www.workplace.co.uk/post/suicide-prevention-in-the-workplace-the-importance-of-checking-in</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aa267c997f51565bca7e253</guid><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 12:29:20 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d35a1a_bf880a6c3ea64115baeeb761a0092da1~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_313,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>ahilario4</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Case Study: Delivering Full TFM Excellence for a Global Data Centre Client]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our client is a global organisation providing state-of-the-art data centre facilities, where reliability, security and operational continuity are critical. When Workplace took on the account, the client was looking for more than a traditional facilities management provider. They wanted a partner who could deliver a complete Total Facilities Management (TFM) solution while providing stronger customer service, clear communication and a genuine partnership approach.  The Challenge The client had...]]></description><link>https://www.workplace.co.uk/post/case-study-delivering-full-tfm-excellence-for-a-global-data-centre-client</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a912edc5635ed66de22e04b</guid><category><![CDATA[Case Studies]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 06:49:42 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/268e54_5d14f752f8934b26a01323f607f3009e~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Junah Espinar</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meet Henry: The Little Red Hero of Cleanliness]]></title><description><![CDATA[Henry, waiting for this week's winning classroom In a junior school in Reading, there’s a character the children have come to know well. His name is Henry, and every week, he moves into a different classroom, staying only with the pupils who have earned him. Henry is the trophy behind our Cleanest Classroom Award, a community initiative we've now been running for three years. It's a simple idea: encourage pupils to take pride in their classroom, work as a team, and take responsibility for...]]></description><link>https://www.workplace.co.uk/post/meet-henry-the-little-red-hoover-cheering-on-our-cleanest-classrooms</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a82e71963ca46933ad07caa</guid><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 07:36:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/268e54_7ace2208f06c49d4987244b26ebb6e6b~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_260,h_260,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Junah Espinar</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sustainability Starts with Operations: Lessons We've Learned Supporting Multi-Site Businesses]]></title><description><![CDATA[When sustainability is discussed, the focus is often on carbon targets, environmental reporting, and long-term commitments. While those conversations are important, many organisations face a more immediate challenge: how do you make sustainability work across multiple sites without creating additional complexity? In our experience, sustainability becomes much harder when operations are fragmented. Multiple suppliers, inconsistent standards, different working practices, and limited visibility...]]></description><link>https://www.workplace.co.uk/post/sustainability-starts-with-operations-lessons-we-ve-learned-supporting-multi-site-businesses</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5f2ad7c461ce8c817adef0</guid><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:39:32 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/268e54_592ae456a5234487b0b98f9ce7f7d6be~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Junah Espinar</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Understanding Hay Fever Season in the UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[As temperatures rise and flowers bloom, many of us look forward to spending time outdoors. However, for millions, this is also the start of hay fever season. Sneezing fits, itchy eyes, congestion, and fatigue become daily challenges as pollen levels rise. Hay fever, or seasonal allergic rhinitis, is one of the most common allergies globally. It occurs when our immune systems react to pollen from trees, grasses, and weeds. While many associate hay fever with outdoor activities, experts...]]></description><link>https://www.workplace.co.uk/post/how-better-workplace-air-quality-can-support-employees-during-hay-fever-season</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a313a4a21920c994c769948</guid><category><![CDATA[Sustainability]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 12:13:17 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d35a1a_1456ee8961ba4890a13772e308821ead~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_975,h_686,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>ahilario4</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Revolutionising Facilities Management: The Wizu Workspaces Journey]]></title><description><![CDATA[About Wizu Workspaces Wizu Workspaces is one of the UK’s highest-rated providers of premium serviced office space. They have a strong presence across the North of England. Their portfolio includes private serviced offices, co-working memberships, meeting rooms, virtual office services, and event spaces. All of these are designed to support businesses of every size with a hospitality-led, people-first approach. The Challenge When I first began working with Wizu in July 2024, we started with a...]]></description><link>https://www.workplace.co.uk/post/one-partner-18-sites-one-consistent-standard</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a0d635d96905735bfe5da40</guid><category><![CDATA[Case Studies]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 07:39:35 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/268e54_ae93233b4dcb486a882f954f6063fa08~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_500,h_500,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Junah Espinar</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Falcon Estates | Residential Property Sector: A Commitment to Excellence]]></title><description><![CDATA[Client &#38; Challenge At the point of mobilisation, we faced a significant challenge. Our goal was to deliver consistent, high-quality housekeeping services across multiple buildings. Each location required the same meticulous level of care every day. The residential nature of these environments introduced specific operational expectations: Working with discretion and professionalism in occupied spaces. Maintaining impeccable standards of presentation, regardless of the building’s age or...]]></description><link>https://www.workplace.co.uk/post/delivering-consistent-excellence-in-residential-housekeeping</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a031844f6126ac2c9ce2125</guid><category><![CDATA[Case Studies]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 12:15:47 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/268e54_baefabb395b34c0e8ae50afffecfaea3~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_347,h_470,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Junah Espinar</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Office Air Quality, Microplastics and Cognitive Performance: Why the Air We Breathe at Work Matters More Than We Think]]></title><description><![CDATA[Indoor Air Quality in Offices: A Key to Workplace Wellbeing, Sustainability, and Performance Indoor air quality in offices is becoming a growing focus for workplace wellbeing, sustainability, and performance. Emerging research shows that what we breathe at work may have a direct impact not only on health but also on how clearly we think and perform. Today’s office environments contain a mix of airborne particles, including microplastics, alongside gases and compounds that build up in enclosed...]]></description><link>https://www.workplace.co.uk/post/office-air-quality-microplastics-and-cognitive-performance-why-the-air-we-breathe-at-work-matters</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e874d0e30ec41b7d0a5bda</guid><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 07:25:21 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_ecd0aca224fa436e9cf636e185987392~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Junah Espinar</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Workplace Wins Best Facilities Services Firm of the Year 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[A National Win for Intelligent, Ethical Facilities Management Workplace is proud to announce that we have been named Best Facilities Services Firm of the Year in the United Kingdom for 2026. This award recognises our commitment to intelligent service delivery, ethical operations and sustainable innovation across the FM sector. It reflects the dedication of our 800‑strong team and the trust placed in us by more than 300 clients nationwide. Why This Award Matters The judging panel highlighted...]]></description><link>https://www.workplace.co.uk/post/workplace-wins-best-facilities-services-firm-of-the-year-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a3bd87e96e17da783c70f0f</guid><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:31:17 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1b6062_32feb910e9c14c23b7ecb6346b57887c~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_832,h_828,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Rebecca Meeuwissen</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Facilities Management Overview: Unlocking Potential Across UK Workplaces]]></title><description><![CDATA[Facilities management in the UK is a structured discipline that integrates people, place, process, and technology to ensure that the built environment supports the core business activities. It is governed by standards such as ISO 41001, which provides a framework for effective facilities management systems.]]></description><link>https://www.workplace.co.uk/post/facilities-management-overview-unlocking-potential-across-uk-workplaces</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69b911bbfce0d58eba0391bb</guid><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 08:50:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/268e54_1781d4e1a6d449fabeb94bf38f7cc960~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Rebecca Meeuwissen</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Low Impact Facilities Management: Why It Matters and How to Make It Work Across Multiple Sites ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Managing multiple sites across the UK is no small task. Balancing efficiency, safety, and day‑to‑day operations is challenging enough - and that’s before you factor in rising expectations around sustainability. But the good news is that a solution that reduces unnecessary chemical exposure isn’t just achievable; it’s a genuine opportunity to improve performance, cut costs, and create healthier spaces for the people who use them. Sustainability isn’t a buzzword anymore. It’s a practical,...]]></description><link>https://www.workplace.co.uk/post/eco-friendly-facilities-management-why-it-matters-and-how-to-make-it-work-across-multiple-sites</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69afd2d70c1a368a2fa5bceb</guid><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 07:02:38 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/268e54_edb2ba52adfa430f8464fef166de5316~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Junah Espinar</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Enhancing Cleaning Standards at Staffordshire University Academies Trust]]></title><description><![CDATA[SCHOOL Client Overview Client: Staffordshire University Academies Trust (SUAT) Staffordshire University Academies Trust (SUAT) is a multi-academy trust that oversees 18 schools. This includes 20 primary schools and one secondary school located throughout Staffordshire. Industry: Education. The trust operates multiple primary and secondary schools that require consistent, safe, and high-standard cleaning to support learning and wellbeing. Client Challenges When Workplace began working with...]]></description><link>https://www.workplace.co.uk/post/staffordshire-university-academies-trust-partnering-with-workplace-for-consistent-high-quality-cle</link><guid isPermaLink="false">698dd867e46957565bf479b5</guid><category><![CDATA[Case Studies]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 13:46:51 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/268e54_9ae5526d0ac64746b47dbc44b985ef8d~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_975,h_975,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Junah Espinar</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK Commercial Cleaning Insights: A Comprehensive Guide to Commercial Cleaning Services]]></title><description><![CDATA[Maintaining a clean and hygienic workspace is essential for any business. Commercial cleaning services play a vital role in ensuring that offices, retail spaces, and industrial environments remain spotless and safe. This article provides detailed insights into commercial cleaning services, focusing on the UK market. It covers the benefits, types of services, cost considerations, and tips for choosing the right provider. Understanding UK Commercial Cleaning Insights Commercial cleaning in the...]]></description><link>https://www.workplace.co.uk/post/uk-commercial-cleaning-insights-a-comprehensive-guide-to-commercial-cleaning-services</link><guid isPermaLink="false">698ae7c83faa9e439bedbea3</guid><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 08:46:44 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/268e54_a74b6150aca64a29944743bbf464b50a~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Junah Espinar</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Creating Sustainable Facilities: Practical Strategies That Make a Real Difference]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sustainability isn’t a “nice to have” anymore; it’s an expectation. Organisations are under pressure to reduce their environmental impact, improve wellbeing, and run buildings more efficiently. But knowing where to start can feel overwhelming. As a commercial cleaning provider specialising in low‑impact, environmentally conscious solutions, and working in partnership with an M&#38;E provider to offer a full FM package, we see every day how small, practical changes can transform the way a building...]]></description><link>https://www.workplace.co.uk/post/creating-sustainable-facilities-practical-strategies-that-make-a-real-difference</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6977250d6b7a080e43d59f39</guid><category><![CDATA[Sustainability]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 16:17:25 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/268e54_ce241904fd29407ca1f294bd74ecd522~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Rebecca Meeuwissen</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Workplace Effect: How QA Group Transformed 9 Sites and Cut Costs]]></title><description><![CDATA[About QA Group: Europe's Leading Technology and Digital Training Partner QA Group is Europe's largest technology and digital training partner. With 40 years of experience, they support approximately 7,000 organisations across England. Their fast-paced adult learning centres maintain consistently high cleaning standards. The Challenge: Meeting High Standards in a Dynamic Environment When QA Group engaged Workplace to service their nine national sites, they sought a partner capable of...]]></description><link>https://www.workplace.co.uk/post/the-workplace-effect-how-qa-group-transformed-9-sites-and-cut-costs</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6965e5170ef3e0e1c079b08f</guid><category><![CDATA[Case Studies]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2026 06:42:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/268e54_410a61794f6a43719e9d37467a6f7607~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Junah Espinar</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Real vs Fake Christmas Trees: Which Is the More Sustainable Choice?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Great Christmas Tree Debate: Real vs Fake As December rolls around, homes and workplaces across the UK face a familiar festive decision: real Christmas tree or fake Christmas tree? It might seem like a simple aesthetic choice, but when viewed through a sustainability lens, the answer matters more than you might think. With sustainability climbing higher up business and household agendas, it’s worth taking a moment to explore the environmental impact of our Christmas trees and how small...]]></description><link>https://www.workplace.co.uk/post/real-vs-fake-christmas-trees-which-is-the-more-sustainable-choice</link><guid isPermaLink="false">694398f3af6ab01fbdd048e1</guid><category><![CDATA[Sustainability]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 06:39:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/268e54_691b2d9cf8384af68b79cb41824c4423~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>imogenmorgan.im</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Workplace Supports The Felix Project’s Mission to Tackle Food Waste and Insecurity]]></title><description><![CDATA[We believe in using business as a force for good supporting initiatives that strengthen communities, reduce waste, and create lasting social value. Through our partnership with  Rhodium , Workplace is proud to support The Felix Project, one of the UK’s leading food redistribution charities.  Earlier this month, we contributed to Rhodium’s fundraising campaign ahead of their “24hr Spin” event on 13th November held at Park Modern, one of the sites we proudly service. The Felix Project plays a...]]></description><link>https://www.workplace.co.uk/post/workplace-supports-the-felix-project-s-mission-to-tackle-food-waste-and-insecurity</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69118ced5a897d6710c862da</guid><category><![CDATA[Giving Back]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2025 10:03:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/268e54_09ef6c03b7b0400782fac44a2f2ec82b~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_186,h_177,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Junah Espinar</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why the Real Living Wage Matters in Facilities Management]]></title><description><![CDATA[In our industry, the work is constant, essential, and often invisible. Cleaning teams arrive before the first commuter, facilities staff stay late after the last meeting, and the spaces we all rely on - offices, hospitals, transport hubs, schools - stay safe, functional, and welcoming because of them. Yet for too long, the people behind these services have been undervalued and underpaid. That’s why, at Workplace, we’re proud to be a recognised service provider with the Living Wage Foundation....]]></description><link>https://www.workplace.co.uk/post/why-the-real-living-wage-matters-in-facilities-management</link><guid isPermaLink="false">690094a5064dd83bede85dad</guid><category><![CDATA[Our People]]></category><category><![CDATA[Better Workplaces]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2025 10:09:47 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a886a0_0d6a329b251c4d1ca877f7fda0bdc70b~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_400,h_400,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Amber Jones</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[October Is ADHD Awareness Month: Celebrating “The Many Faces of ADHD” at Workplace]]></title><description><![CDATA[October marks ADHD Awareness Month, a time to deepen understanding, challenge stigma, and celebrate the diverse experiences of people living with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. This year’s theme, “The Many Faces of ADHD”, highlights just how varied those experiences can be. ADHD doesn’t look the same for everyone. It might show up as boundless energy, creative thinking, or difficulty with focus and organisation. Often, it’s invisible. At Workplace, we’re proud to support our...]]></description><link>https://www.workplace.co.uk/post/october-is-adhd-awareness-month-celebrating-the-many-faces-of-adhd-at-workplace</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68ee2131f9a31effb6e0865f</guid><category><![CDATA[Our People]]></category><category><![CDATA[Better Workplaces]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2025 13:19:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/268e54_374a811dd63f41e49712638ef5e089a3~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Rebecca Meeuwissen</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>