An inquiry report covering 1,670 pages has been released seven years after 72 people died in the Grenfell Tower fire. Here are some key points to remember. “Systemic dishonesty” contributed to the Grenfell Tower disaster seven years ago, a public inquiry has found. The report exposed years of missed opportunities to prevent the disaster and …
Bob Hughes CQP FCQI, Director of Temple QMS, highlights how proper risk management enhances the work of the quality profession, outlining the benefits of an effective risk review of a management system. More than ever, it’s critical to manage the risks of not effectively meeting intended outcomes and quality goals. As members of the quality …
Seventeen JCB employees have become members of the Chartered Quality Institute after passing Practitioner Qualifications with Temple QMS. The group, which includes Quality Engineers, Quality Inspectors, Supplier Development Engineers and a Plant Quality Manager from across UK business units, were all presented with their certificates by JCB Managing Director Liam Brown. They took the course …
• 11 out of 14 sectors reported output growth in May, despite overall rate of output growth easing • Demand grew in nine sectors – the most since February 2023 • Manufacturing output growth overtakes services for the first time in more than two years, as activity and demand growth spreads across goods producers More …
Manufacturing growth overtakes services in May – Lloyds report Read More »
The 29th of April 2024 is an important date for IoT manufacturers and anyone selling connected devices in the UK. This brand new and world-leading law regulates IoT products; it is called the Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure Act 2022. The law was enacted in April 2023, and the grace period ends on 29th April …
The PSTI Act, a new cyber security law in the UK, takes effect today. Read More »
Dave Treadwell, VSUK Quality Manager and subregion Coordinator for VSNE covering Holland and Germany, takes us through his experience of becoming a CQI Fellow and what others should consider when applying for the grade. A Fellow is a prestigious designation awarded to those who have made significant contributions to the quality profession. Fellowship in the …
The journey to becoming a CQI Fellow with Dave Treadwell Read More »
Temple QMS is delighted to be supporting the roll out of new grant funding in the Shropshire region. We will be supporting SME manufacturing businesses in Shropshire to grow by identifying, understanding and removing barriers to growth. Temple QMS aims to support SME manufacturing businesses in understanding their short, medium and long term improvement goals. …
Up to £10k grant support available for Manufacturers in Shropshire Read More »
Construction Enquirer report that Halton Borough Council is now insisting that all main contractors bidding to win work from it have to “include a scored statement around mental health well being amongst all staff and subcontractors as part of the process. The council near Liverpool said it is the first local authority in the country …
Local council to insist on contractor mental health checks Read More »
The Chancellor has today (4 March) announced a significant investment package in the UK’s life sciences and manufacturing sectors. £92 million joint government and industry investment to expand facilities to manufacture life-saving medicines and diagnostics products. £200 million joint investment in zero-carbon aircraft technology to develop a more sustainable aviation sector and almost £73 million …
£360 million to boost British manufacturing and R&D Read More »
Industrial strategy has potential to add £150bn to economy The head of Britain’s manufacturing body will today call for all political parties to commit to an industrial strategy with an explicit target for industry to account for 15% of UK GDP, with the potential to add an extra £150bn to economic output. Addressing the Make …
Industry chief calls for 15% GDP target for manufacturing Read More »