Why PFI expiry is about people, not just buildings and infrastructure

A school interior with yellow and green lettering on the walls.

As PFI contracts expire, the workforce transition can be just as critical as assets and handback obligations. Our second expert forum for councils examined why early planning is essential to protect organisational knowledge, manage risk and shape future services. Following our recent research on private finance initiative (PFI) contract expiry … Read more

Urban design and why ethnic diversity in procurement matters

How can public sector organisations create more opportunities for ethnic minority-led architecture and design practices? Read the main takeaways from our recent diversity in procurement event to find out.  The architecture profession does not reflect the ethnic diversity of the communities it serves, especially in London. This gap is a … Read more