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Insights

How facilities management unlocks prisoner potential through the gate

Care & Custody’s Director of Business Development, Ben Saunders, shares insights on FM’s role in prisoner rehabilitation.

News

Procurement Excellence recognised with CIPS certification for Mitie

Mitie has been certified through the Procurement Excellence Programme by the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS). The accreditation demonstrates Mitie’s commitment to maintaining an ethical, sustainable and professionally-managed supply chain. Mitie has also pledged to increase spend with SMEs as part of its recent procurement transformation programme.

Perspective

Making sure background doesn’t hold you back

There is one aspect of life that can shape your worldview, career path, lifestyle choices and more – yet its impact doesn’t always appear to receive due recognition. This factor is not among the nine protected characteristics in the UK, which make it illegal to discriminate against someone’s age, sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, pregnancy, disability, marital status or gender reassignment. But it is increasingly an area of focus for organisations. …So what is it? Socioeconomic background wields huge influence on our lives. It impacts where you grow up, the schools you attend and the financial status of your family. This can be limiting or beneficial, depending on circumstances.

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Roles for military veterans

Mitie has been recognised for its dedication in supporting the Armed Forces community by being named as a Gold Award holder on the government’s Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. The Award is made to businesses which are leading the way in supporting the UK armed forces community and have values that are aligned with the Armed […]

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Mitie Foundation

Our mission Established in 2013, the Foundation is a registered charity focussed on providing varied life opportunities for under-represented groups. We are passionate about breaking down barriers and helping a diverse range of participants who may have been overlooked, but are nonetheless enthusiastic and capable, into sustainable, fulfilling employment. The Foundation’s initiatives support the following […]

Case Study

Transforming a community facility for future generations

Ageing buildings at an outdoor centre in Essex have been transformed into modern and sustainable facilities.

News

Mitie’s Security Radar shows rise in incidents amid evolving threats

Over half (56%) of senior security professionals report a rise in physical security incidents over the past 12 months, with almost three fifths saying the cost-of-living crisis (59%) and social unrest (54%) are main reasons for increased risk. In the last year, the number of organisations using advanced technology and AI has jumped from fewer than a quarter (22%) to over half (59%) including intruder detection systems, threat intelligence and security drones. Three fifths (60%) believe collaboration between the public and private sectors has increased in the last 18 months and almost half (47%) say their organisations are collaborating with industry peers to improve security measures and share best practice.

Sectors

Rail

Making rail future-ready As nationalisation reshapes the rail industry, future-proof your rail network and exceed passenger expectations. Mitie’s intelligence-led rail facilities management services cover cleaning, security, building fit-out, engineering, M&E services and decarbonisation to provide seamless travel experiences. As a trusted provider to many of the UK’s rail companies, we enable the very highest standards […]

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Helping to create a sensory garden for Holt Park Active Centre, Leeds

Our Mitie colleagues were proud to volunteer as part of a team that created a sensory garden for Holt Park Active Centre.

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Central Government

A trusted partner for government over decades Few estates are as diverse or extensive as those managed by the UK government. Transforming a flexible, fit-for-purpose, productive and sustainable estate whilst coordinating the services required for efficient day-to-day running is a considerable challenge.