The unusual mild weather this winter has sent many people into an early spring-cleaning frenzy. And as people across the country open doors to dust the winter dirt away a similar routine is happening in Britain’s best loved landmarks. One such national treasure is the iconic Blackpool Tower Ballroom, which opened 112 years ago. The …
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Monthly Archives: February 2012
Proper hygiene facilities are essential – cutting corners costs
When it comes to hygiene many firms think they can cut corners to decrease their costs, but as one building firm based in Bristol found out, shortcuts can increase expenditures. A UK building firm was fined after a court heard it failed to provide basic washing and welfare facilities for workers despite enforcement action at …
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Even the NHS has a new years’ resolution
For millions of people across the world the New Year brings an onslaught of resolutions and ambitions and the National Health Service is no exception. Health Minister Simon Burns announced goals to reduce the numbers of MRSA bloodstream infections and C-Diff infections significantly by April 2013, building on the progress over the past year made …
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Carpet cleaning is the top choice chore for men
A new survey has revealed that the main indoor task carried out by men is carpet cleaning. The study, which was conducted by a carpet care firm, showed that while men are focusing on carpet cleaning, women tackle cooking, vacuuming, ironing and bed making. Men tend to focus on jobs outside the home including taking …
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