Mitie has been awarded a five-year contract with Yorkshire Building Society covering engineering, catering and security at 147 sites.

The independently-owned service provider is partnering with a software specialist to launch a new system designed to simplify service delivery and facilitate enhanced ways of working with clients.

The University of Westminster has chosen Sitemark to support procurement of cleaning services across its London estate.

Mental Health First Aid England has launched best-practice guidance for employers on how to implement mental health first aid in the workplace.

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council has awarded a four-year contract to Vinci Facilities covering improvement works to its social housing estates.

The soft facilities services specialist has been appointed to provide security and cleaning services for the Arndale Centre in Morecambe. 

The latest industry survey shows a slowdown in growth, along with increased material and labour costs.