Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.0, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site.

# Vertas

## Sitemaps

- [XML Sitemap](https://vertas.co.uk/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website.

## Posts

- [News](https://vertas.co.uk/news/)
- [Meet our 2025 Making The Difference Award Winners](https://vertas.co.uk/meet-our-2025-making-the-difference-award-winners/) - Vertas Group are excited to share our incredible Making the Difference Awards winners with you following our glittering black-tie ceremony.
- [Her Majesty The Queen celebrates Meals on Wheels Week](https://vertas.co.uk/her-majesty-the-queen-celebrates-meals-on-wheels-week/) - Yesterday, Her Majesty The Queen welcomed members of the National Association of Care Catering (NACC) to Clarence House.
- [Vertas Group Joins Forces with Thrive Suffolk](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-joins-forces-with-thrive-suffolk/) - Earlier this year, we were proud to launch a new partnership with Thrive Suffolk, an initiative designed to deliver social value and tailored support for youth across Suffolk.
- [Opening Up About Perimenopause: Charlie Close's Story](https://vertas.co.uk/opening-up-about-perimenopause-charlie-closes-story/) - In recognition of World Menopause Day, we spoke with Charlie Close about her experience with perimenopause and her advice for others.
- [Vertas Group Inspires Healthy Choices at Southwell Ploughing Match and Show](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-inspires-healthy-choices-at-southwell-ploughing-match-and-show/) - Our County Enterprise Foods and Education Catering teams recently attended the 2025 Southwell Ploughing Match and Show, hosted on a local carrot farm in Nottinghamshire.
- [Vertas Group Awarded Carbon Charter Gold Certification](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-awarded-carbon-charter-gold-certification/) - Vertas Group is proud to announce that we have been awarded Gold Level Carbon Charter Certification, recognising our commitment to environmental sustainability and our significant progress in reducing carbon emissions. The Carbon Charter, administered by the Carbon Charter Panel, is awarded to organisations that demonstrate best practice in monitoring, reducing, and reporting their carbon emissions.
- [Vertas Invests in Robotic Cleaning Technology to Support More Efficient Service](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-invests-in-robotic-cleaning-technology-to-support-more-efficient-service/) - Vertas has invested in advanced robotic cleaning technology, leading the way in smarter, more efficient workplace solutions. As part of our commitment to innovation, Vertas has proudly invested in the PUDDU CC1 Robotic Cleaner. This compact, autonomous machine supports our cleaning teams by simplifying routines and delivering consistent, high-quality results across our sites. This investment
- [Recognising Hispanic Heritage Month at Vertas Group](https://vertas.co.uk/recognising-hispanic-heritage-month-at-vertas-group/) - At Vertas Group, our diverse workforce is one of our greatest strengths. To mark Hispanic Heritage Month, on Thursday 25th September, our team came together for a special appreciation event at the Lyceum Theatre.
- [Championing Inclusivity: Celebrating Colleagues Who Shine](https://vertas.co.uk/championing-inclusivity-celebrating-colleagues-who-shine/) - This year, we’ve worked hard to embed inclusion into everything we do, ensuring every colleague feels seen, heard, and valued.
- [Food Waste Separation Legislation 2025: A Guide for Workplace Recycling](https://vertas.co.uk/food-waste-separation-legislation-2025-a-guide-for-workplace-recycling/) - Section 57 of the Environment Act 2021 came into force on 31st March 2025. The legislation aims to reduce environmental impact and promote a circular economy.
- [How Vertas' Passenger Transport Brings Communities Together](https://vertas.co.uk/how-vertas-passenger-transport-brings-communities-together/) - Building relationships is essential for business success, and the Passenger Transport team at Vertas prioritises this value in everything they do.
- [Vertas and University of Suffolk Strengthen Partnership With New Grounds Maintenance Contract](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-and-university-of-suffolk-strengthen-partnership-with-new-grounds-maintenance-contract/) - Vertas has renewed its grounds maintenance partnership with the University of Suffolk. This marks a new chapter in our partnership.
- [Vertas Group Secures Cyber Essentials Plus Accreditation for Second Consecutive Year](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-secures-cyber-essentials-plus-accreditation-for-second-consecutive-year/) - Vertas Group is proud to announce that it has once again achieved the Cyber Essentials Plus accreditation, demonstrating our continued commitment to robust cybersecurity and data protection for our clients, colleagues, partners, and communities we serve.
- [Vertas Group Drive Net Zero Ambitions with Sustainable Supply Chain Partnerships](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-drive-net-zero-ambitions-with-sustainable-supply-chain-partnerships/) - At Vertas Group, we understand the importance of preserving the environment and are committed to continuous improvement in our environmental performance.
- [Vertas Group Named Finalist in Three Categories at the EADT Business Awards](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-named-finalist-in-three-categories-at-the-eadt-business-awards/) - Vertas Group has been selected as a finalist in three categories in the East Anglian Daily Times (EADT) Business Awards.
- [Meet the Making the Difference Award Winners: Ashley Dawson](https://vertas.co.uk/meet-the-making-the-difference-award-winners-ashley-dawson/) - As we reflect on the 2024 Making the Difference Awards, Vertas Group is delighted to highlight the outstanding achievements of last year’s winners.
- [Vertas Group Welcomes Charlie Close as Learning & Development Business Partner](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-welcomes-charlie-close-as-learning-development-business-partner/) - Vertas Group is thrilled to announce Charlie Close has been appointed as the new Learning & Development Business Partner.
- [Vertas Group Welcomes Alec Smith as People Business Partner](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-welcomes-alec-smith-as-people-business-partner/) - Vertas Group is thrilled to announce that Alec Smith has been appointed as the new People Business Partner, joining with over 20 years of experience in HR.
- [Vertas Group Charity Golf Day Raises Over £2,000 for Cancer Research UK](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-charity-golf-day-raises-over-2000-for-cancer-research-uk/) - Vertas Group’s Charity Golf Day made a welcome return this year, as colleagues and supply chain partners came together for a day of friendly competition.
- [Vertas Group Proud to Sponsor 2025 Suffolk Chamber Prestige Dinner](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-proud-to-sponsor-2025-suffolk-chamber-prestige-dinner/) - The Suffolk Chamber of Commerce Prestige Dinner is set to return this September, and Vertas Group is once again proud to be a key sponsor of the event.
- [Meet the Making the Difference Award winners: Dan Lewis](https://vertas.co.uk/meet-the-making-the-difference-award-winners-dan-lewis/) - As the Making the Difference (MTD) Awards 2024 approach, Vertas Group is delighted to reflect on the outstanding achievements of last year's winners, fostering a culture of appreciation. Vertas Group’s annual MTD Awards are dedicated to recognising the incredible talent across the business. However, before welcoming a new cohort of winners, the Group is thrilled
- [Meet the Making the Difference Award Winners: Sarah Beeston](https://vertas.co.uk/meet-the-making-the-difference-award-winners-sarah-beeston/) - As the Making the Difference Awards 2024 approaches, Vertas Group reflects on last year's outstanding winners, fostering a culture of appreciation.
- [Supporting Future Talent: Vertas Group Helps Build Confidence With Mock Interviews](https://vertas.co.uk/supporting-future-talent-vertas-group-helps-build-confidence-with-mock-interviews/) - Vertas Group demonstrates its commitment to helping young people develop essential employability skills by hosting Mock Interview Day at Felixstowe School.
- [Colleagues Raise Over £1,100 for Cancer Research UK at Charity Quiz Night](https://vertas.co.uk/colleagues-raise-over-1100-for-cancer-research-uk-at-charity-quiz-night/) - Last Thursday, colleagues hosted a charity quiz night and raffle in support of Cancer Research UK, raising an incredible £1,104!
- [Vertas Group Supports Care Leavers Through The Family Business Employment Initiative](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-supports-care-leavers-through-the-family-business-employment-initiative/) - Vertas Group attended an event at Ipswich Town Hall to support The Family Business initiative, aiming to improve employment prospects for young care leavers in Suffolk.
- [Vertas Group Earns 7th Prestigious Global Health and Safety Award From RoSPA](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-earns-7th-prestigious-global-health-and-safety-award-from-rospa/) - Vertas Group is pleased to have received its 7th prestigious RoSPA Award, demonstrating its commitment to maintaining the highest health and safety standards.
- [No Mow May: Vertas Joins the Buzz to Help Increase Biodiversity](https://vertas.co.uk/no-mow-may-vertas-joins-the-buzz-to-help-increase-biodiversity/) - This May, Vertas Group and various customer sites are joining No Mow May, encouraging individuals to let wildflowers grow to support biodiversity.
- [Building a Lasting Career: Vaida Narutaviciute Learning at Work Week](https://vertas.co.uk/building-a-lasting-career-vaida-narutaviciute-learning-at-work-week/) - For Learning at Work Week, Vertas Group is proud to spotlight the incredible individuals who have worked to develop their careers within the business.
- [Meet the Making the Difference Award Winners: Matt Smith](https://vertas.co.uk/meet-the-making-the-difference-award-winners-matt-smith/) - As we reflect on the 2024 Making the Difference Awards, Vertas Group is delighted to highlight the outstanding achievements of last year’s winners.
- [Vertas Group Wins Prestigious 2025 King's Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-wins-prestigious-2025-kings-award-for-enterprise-in-sustainable-development/) - We are thrilled to announce that Vertas Group has been honoured with the 2025 King's Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development.
- [The Return of Vertas Group’s Exec Experiences 2025](https://vertas.co.uk/the-return-of-vertas-groups-exec-experiences-2025/) - Vertas Group directors are stepping up their game with six new fitness challenges and encouraging colleagues to participate.
- [Vertas Grounds Appointed to ESPO’s Grounds Maintenance Services Framework](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-grounds-appointed-to-the-espos-grounds-maintenance-services-2025-framework/) - Vertas Group is pleased to announce its appointment to the ESPO’s Grounds Maintenance Services Framework (245), a procurement solution for public sector organisations.
- [Vertas Group celebrates colleague achievements with special lunch](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-celebrates-colleague-achievements-with-special-lunch/) - On January 30th, Vertas Group was delighted to host a celebratory lunch for colleagues who have recently completed its esteemed A2I Leadership Programme.
- [Vertas Group Welcomes Chris Osborne as Associate Director of Catering and FM](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-welcomes-chris-osborne-as-associate-director-of-catering-and-fm/) - Vertas Group is thrilled to announce that Chris Osborne has been appointed as Associate Director of Catering and FM, bringing with him 34-years of experience.
- [Vertas Supports Launch of Exhibition at the Food Museum in Stowmarket](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-supports-launch-of-exhibition-at-the-food-museum-in-stowmarket/) - Following the official opening of the ‘School Dinners’ exhibition at the Food Museum, Vertas is pleased to have loaned a collection of equipment to the exhibit.
- [Building a Lasting Career: Shaun Swan’s 31-Year Journey with Vertas Group](https://vertas.co.uk/building-a-lasting-career-shaun-swans-31-year-journey-with-vertas-group/) - Vertas Group is proud to celebrate the incredible individuals who have built lasting careers within the company. This article turns the spotlight on Shaun Swan.
- [Vertas Supports Creation of Derbyshire’s Heartwood Community Forest](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-supports-creation-of-derbyshires-heartwood-community-forest/) - As a key delivery partner, Vertas Derbyshire Limited is pleased to support the creation of Derbyshire’s Heartwood Community Forest.
- [Vertas and Nottingham County Council Launch Joint Venture to Enhance Facilities Management](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-and-nottingham-county-council-launch-joint-venture-to-enhance-facilities-management/) - Nottinghamshire County Council is delighted to announce the formation of a joint venture partnership with Vertas Group Limited to deliver catering and facilities management services from September 2025 onwards.
- [Vertas Group Leads the Way in Sustainable Web Hosting](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-leads-the-way-in-sustainable-web-hosting/) - We’re proud to announce the successful migration of our website hosting to an internally managed platform that runs on 100% renewable energy.
- [Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2025 - Lizzie's Story](https://vertas.co.uk/neurodiversity-celebration-week-2025-lizzies-story/) - To celebrate Neurodiversity Celebration Week, we spoke with Lizzie Graphic Designer at Vertas Group about her career journey as a neurodivergent professional.
- [Building a Lasting Career: Sarah Hunt’s 18-Year Journey with Vertas Group](https://vertas.co.uk/building-a-lasting-career-sarah-hunts-18-year-journey-with-vertas-group/) - This National Careers Week, Vertas Group is proud to celebrate those who have built lasting careers with the company.
- [Supporting a Greener Future: Vertas Contributes to the Million Trees Project](https://vertas.co.uk/supporting-a-greener-future-vertas-contributes-to-the-million-trees-project-2/) - This week, 133 schools across Derbyshire will receive a free apple tree funded by Vertas Group as part of the Million Tree project.
- [Introducing the Vertas Group Work Experience Brochure](https://vertas.co.uk/introducing-the-vertas-group-work-experience-brochure/) - Our work experience placements provide an exciting opportunity to explore a range of career paths while gaining valuable skills and insights.
- [How Apprenticeships Shape Careers: Success Stories From Vertas Group](https://vertas.co.uk/how-apprenticeships-shape-careers-success-stories-from-vertas-group/) - As part of National Apprenticeship Week, Vertas Group is pleased to showcase the lasting impact of apprenticeships on colleagues and the business.
- [Vertas Group Ranked No.8 in the Suffolk Top 100](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-ranked-no-8-in-the-suffolk-top-100/) - Vertas Group is delighted to announce its inclusion in the Suffolk Limited Top 100 Report 2024, published last year by Grant Thornton.
- [Vertas Group Launch New Exec Experiences for Cancer Research UK](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-launch-new-exec-experiences-for-cancer-research-uk/) - Vertas Group support World Cancer Day by launching their new 2025 Exec Experiences and reflecting on another year of fundraising for Cancer Research UK.
- [Supporting colleagues this Brew Monday at Vertas Group](https://vertas.co.uk/supporting-colleagues-this-brew-monday-at-vertas-group/) - Vertas Group is proud to support Brew Monday, a campaign that turns ‘Blue Monday’ into an opportunity to connect with and support those around us.
- [Vertas Welcomes Steve Collins as Associate Director Cleaning & Specialist Services](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-welcomes-steve-collins-as-associate-director-cleaning-specialist-services/) - Vertas is thrilled to announce Steve Collins has been appointed as the new Associate Director Cleaning and Specialist Services.
- [Vertas Group celebrates colleagues ensuring essential FM services continue this Christmas](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-celebrates-colleagues-ensuring-essential-fm-services-continue-this-christmas/) - While the festive period often brings a chance to unwind, Vertas’ FM colleagues continue their dedication to ensuring essential services remain uninterrupted.
- [Festive Teamwork: Vertas Group Leaders and Colleagues Help Serve Christmas Lunches to Schools](https://vertas.co.uk/festive-teamwork-vertas-group-leaders-and-colleagues-help-serve-christmas-lunches-to-schools/) - Vertas Group board member and colleagues rolled up their sleeves to support our catering teams in delivering Christmas lunch service to local schools.
- [Celebrating a Year of Dedication and Achievement at Vertas Group](https://vertas.co.uk/celebrating-a-year-of-dedication-and-achievement-at-vertas-group/) - As we look back on 2024, we are proud to reflect on the dedication, collaboration, and achievements of our Vertas family. The year has been defined by our colleagues' unwavering commitment to sustainability, consistency, integrity, partnership, and agility, values that guide every aspect of our work. Watch our End of Year Round Up Video to
- [Vertas Group Advances Sustainability Efforts with Energy-Saving Lighting at Ipswich HQ](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-advances-sustainability-efforts-with-energy-saving-lighting-at-ipswich-hq/) - Vertas Group recently upgraded the lighting system at its head office with a cutting-edge, energy-efficient solution, replacing 34 lights and 134 luminaires.
- [Vertas Group CPO Kate Innes completes 500km cycle for charity: Vietnam to Cambodia](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-cpo-kate-innes-completes-500km-cycle-for-charity-vietnam-to-cambodia/) - Vertas Group CPO Kate Innes has successfully completed an incredible 550km cycle from Vietnam to Cambodia to raise funds for Brain Tumour Research.
- [Vertas Group’s Exec Experiences Initiative Raises Over £23,000 for Cancer Research UK](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-groups-exec-experiences-initiative-raises-over-23000-for-cancer-research-uk/) - Vertas Group, a leading facilities management company, is proud to announce the success of its innovative social value initiative, Exec Experiences, which has raised over £23,000 (including gift aid) for Cancer Research UK (CRUK). This initiative brought together Vertas Group’s Board of Directors and forty-four colleagues in a series of challenging and inspiring events, all
- [Vertas’ FM team celebrate opening of Gull Wing Bridge with Royal visit](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-facilities-management-team-celebrate-opening-of-gull-wing-bridge-with-royal-visit/) - Facilities management (FM) company Vertas Group was proud to support the arrival of HRH, The Princess Royal, at Gull Wing Bridge in Lowestoft.
- [Vertas Group announces two category winners at East Midlands Chamber Business Awards](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-announces-two-category-winners-at-east-midlands-chamber-business-awards/) - The East Midlands Chamber Business Awards recently celebrated exceptional businesses, and Vertas Group proudly sponsored two Awards.
- [Vertas ATG Cleaning shortlisted for prestigious Cleaning Excellence Awards 2024](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-atg-cleaning-shortlisted-for-prestigious-cleaning-excellence-awards-2024/) - Vertas ATG Cleaning has been named a finalist in the Cleaning Excellence Awards 2024 in the Client Collaboration Award category.
- [Vertas Group CPO Kate Innes to cycle from Vietnam to Cambodia for charity](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-cpo-kate-innes-to-cycle-from-vietnam-to-cambodia-for-charity/) - Vertas Group Chief People Officer Kate Innes is set to cycle an incredible 500km from Vietnam to Cambodia to raise funds for Brain Tumour Research.
- [Vertas Group celebrates colleagues at the 9th annual Making the Difference Awards](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-celebrates-colleagues-at-the-9th-annual-making-the-difference-awards/) - Vertas Group dazzles with its annual Making the Difference awards, which are dedicated to celebrating the contributions of its esteemed colleagues.
- [Vertas welcomes Matthew Murawski as Head of Grounds & Landscape Design](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-welcomes-matthew-murawski-as-head-of-grounds-landscape-design/) - Vertas is delighted to announce that Matthew Murawski has been appointed as the new Head of Grounds and landscape Design.
- [Vertas Group unveils new sustainability and social value video and webpage](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-unveils-new-sustainability-and-social-value-video-and-webpage/) - Sustainability is one of our core values, woven into the fabric of our organisation and a key consideration in every aspect of Vertas Group’s operations.
- [Vertas Group proudly sponsors two awards at the East Midlands Chamber Business Awards 2024](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-proudly-sponsors-two-awards-at-the-east-midlands-chamber-business-awards-2024/) - Vertas Group is pleased to sponsor the Education and Business Partnership Award and the Environmental Impact Award at the East Midlands Business Awards.
- [Exec Experiences Walking Mountains Challenge: colleagues reach fundraising high](https://vertas.co.uk/exec-experiences-walking-mountains-challenge-colleagues-reach-fundraising-high/) - Vertas Group has hosted its fifth and final Exec Experiences event this October. The challenge saw colleagues climb two Scottish Grahams.
- [Sustainability and Social Value Strategy Update](https://vertas.co.uk/sustainability-and-social-value-strategy-update/) - We're thrilled to share some of the progress from our Sustainability and Social Value Strategy.
- [Vertas Group Employee Engagement Survey Results Reveal High Colleague Satisfaction](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-employee-engagement-survey-results-reveal-high-colleague-satisfaction/) - The Group is delighted to highlight its highest-ever colleague engagement score of 90%, showcasing a strong sense of colleague commitment from its workforce.
- [Vertas Group awarded Bronze on the Inclusive Employers Standard](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-awarded-bronze-on-the-inclusive-employers-standard/) - The Inclusive Employers Standard is a robust evidence-based inclusion accreditation run by Inclusive Employers.
- [Vertas Group Charity Golf Day a success raising £3,035 for Cancer Research](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-charity-golf-day-a-success-raising-3035-for-cancer-research/) - Vertas Group's Charity Golf Day made a return this year, as colleagues and supply chain partners came together for a day of friendly competition and fundraising.
- [Working towards workplace equity: Vertas' Gender Pay Gap Report](https://vertas.co.uk/working-towards-workplace-equity-vertas-gender-pay-gap-report/) - Vertas Group has released its Gender Pay Gap Report, demonstrating transparency and reinforcing its long-term commitment to closing the gender pay gap.
- [Exec Experiences Snowdon: Vertas Group make their way to the top for CRUK](https://vertas.co.uk/exec-experiences-snowdon-vertas-group-make-their-way-to-the-top-for-cancer-research-uk/) - After launching a new social value initiative, the second Exec Experience took place over the weekend. Colleagues are delighted to have raised £13,308 so far.
- [Exec Experiences Half Marathon: Vertas colleagues go the extra mile for CRUK](https://vertas.co.uk/exec-experiences-half-marathon-vertas-colleagues-go-the-extra-mile-for-cruk/) - For the fourth Exec Experience event, Vertas Group colleagues took on the Ipswich Half marathon on September 22nd, raising funds for Cancer Research UK.
- [Exec Experiences Derbyshire Bike Ride: Colleagues pedal with purpose for CRUK](https://vertas.co.uk/exec-experiences-derbyshire-bike-ride-colleagues-pedal-with-purpose-for-cruk/) - Vertas Group has completed its third event for its social value initiative, Exec Experiences, with a sixty km bike ride in Derbyshire.
- [Supporting the next generation: Vertas Group opened its doors to work experience students](https://vertas.co.uk/supporting-the-next-generation-vertas-group-opened-its-doors-to-work-experience-students/) - With a workforce of over 3000 employees, Vertas Group was pleased to have welcomed 25 students from across Suffolk and Derbyshire to get a glimpse of working within a dynamic integrated facilities management company. To make the most of the diverse range of services offered by Vertas Group, we recognised the opportunity to provide something
- [Vertas Group sponsor sell-out Suffolk Chamber Prestige Dinner](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-sponsor-sell-out-suffolk-chamber-prestige-dinner/) - The Suffolk Chamber of Commerce Prestige Dinner is returning this September, and Vertas Group is proud to sponsor the highly anticipated event.
- [Vertas Group shortlisted for Net Zero: Operations Transformation Award (Scope 1 and 2)](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-shortlisted-for-net-zero-operations-transformation-award-scope-1-and-2/) - Vertas Group has earned a spot on the Reuters Events Sustainability Awards shortlist, reflecting its dedication to sustainable practices and leadership.
- [Empowering Our Workforce: Vertas Group announces mentoring programme](https://vertas.co.uk/empowering-our-workforce-vertas-group-announces-mentoring-programme/) - Vertas Group is pleased to announce the launch of its dazzling new mentoring platform, WeShine, powered by Connectr.
- [Vertas Group colleagues get active with Exec Experiences](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-colleagues-get-active-with-exec-experiences/) - Vertas Group directors are stepping up their game with a new social value initiative, hosting fundraising activities and encouraging colleagues to participate.
- [Earth Day 2024: Our journey towards a greener future](https://vertas.co.uk/earth-day-2024-our-sustainable-journey-towards-a-greener-future/) - Vertas Group is committed to achieving net zero Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions across the entire value chain by 2050 from a 2022 baseline year.
- [Supporting a greener future: Vertas contributes to the Million Trees Project](https://vertas.co.uk/supporting-a-greener-future-vertas-contributes-to-the-million-trees-project/) - Vertas Group supports Derbyshire County Council’s Million Tree project by providing local primary and secondary schools with free trees.
- [Vertas Group achieve Cyber Essentials Plus Accreditation](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-achieve-cyber-essentials-plus-accreditation/) - Vertas Group is pleased to further its commitment to cybersecurity and data protection by achieving Cyber Essentials Plus Accreditation.
- [Exec Experiences Ryder Cup: A hole-in-one for CRUK fundraising](https://vertas.co.uk/exec-experiences-ryder-cup-a-hole-in-one-for-cruk-fundraising/) - Vertas Group has launched its new director-led social value initiative, Exec Experiences, with a Ryder Cup-style charity golf event.
- [Vertas Group receive Community Partner Award](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-receive-community-partner-award/) - After leading Vertas Group in its efforts to support ASSET Education Trust, Susan Mahoney has received recognition for her commitment to the local community.
- [Vertas provides free transport for Wolsey 550 Creative Careers event](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-provides-free-transport-for-wolsey-550-creative-careers-event/) - Vertas was pleased to offer its support and provide free transport for students attending a recent Creative Careers event at Dance East, part of the Thomas Wolsey 550 project. The Wolsey 550 initiative, managed by a partnership between Ipswich Central, Ipswich Borough Council, and Suffolk Archives, aims to spark the creativity of young people up
- [Honouring Armed Forces Week: Jamie's Story](https://vertas.co.uk/honouring-armed-forces-week-jamies-story/) - As Vertas Group reflects on the remarkable service and sacrifices made by the armed forces, the company is pleased to spotlight its ex-armed forces colleagues.
- [Honouring Armed Forces Week: Dan's Story](https://vertas.co.uk/honouring-armed-forces-week-dans-story/) - As Vertas Group reflects on the remarkable service and sacrifices made by the armed forces, the company is pleased to spotlight its ex-forces colleagues.
- [Honouring Armed Forces Week: Lee's Story](https://vertas.co.uk/honouring-armed-forces-week-lees-story/) - As Vertas Group reflects on the remarkable service and sacrifices made by the armed forces, the company is pleased to spotlight its ex-armed forces colleagues.
- [Vertas Group named finalist for Environmental & Sustainability Award at EADT Business Awards](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-named-finalist-for-environmental-sustainability-award-at-eadt-business-awards/) - Vertas Group has been named a finalist in the EADT Business Awards, underscoring the Group’s commitment to delivering environmentally sustainable services.
- [Vertas Group sponsor Suffolk New College annual award ceremony](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-sponsor-suffolk-new-college-annual-award-ceremony/) - Vertas Group is pleased to have been a silver sponsor at the annual Suffolk New College Showcase Celebration and Awards evening.
- [ASSET Alumni group visit Vertas Group for day of inspiration and learning](https://vertas.co.uk/asset-alumni-group-visit-vertas-group-for-day-of-inspiration-and-learning/) - Committed to furthering its’ support for ASSET Education Trust, Vertas colleagues were pleased to host a group of young students for a day of workshops.
- [Vertas Group sponsors prestigious Our Derbyshire Awards 2024](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-sponsors-prestigious-our-derbyshire-awards-2024/) - For the second consecutive year, Vertas and Concertus , both part of Vertas Group, are proud to have sponsored the Our Derbyshire Awards 2024.
- [Vertas Group earns 6th prestigious global health and safety award from RoSPA](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-earns-sixth-prestigious-global-health-and-safety-award-from-rospa/) - Vertas Group celebrates winning a prestigious RoSPA Award, demonstrating its commitment to maintaining the highest health and safety standards in the workplace.
- [Mental Health Awareness Week 2024 – Samantha Colton](https://vertas.co.uk/mental-health-awareness-week-2024-samantha-colton/) - To support Mental Health Awareness Week this week, we asked colleagues to share stories to help us educate and encourage conversations around mental health.
- [Mental Health Awareness Week 2024 - Kerrieann Brookes](https://vertas.co.uk/mental-health-awareness-week-2024-kerrieann-brookes/) - For Mental Health Awareness Week this week, we asked colleagues to share your stories to help us educate and encourage conversations around mental health.
- [Vertas Group celebrates colleagues at the annual Making the Difference Awards](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-celebrates-its-colleagues-at-the-annual-making-the-difference-awards/) - On Friday, 24th November, Vertas Group was thrilled to host their 8th Making the Difference Awards at Milsoms, Kesgrave Hall. The event was a great success, with 180 select attendees enjoying a night of celebrations. The award ceremony honours the outstanding contributions made by colleagues over the year, with the evening dedicated to the hard
- [Here’s how Vertas are using Pacvac to power continuous improvement](https://vertas.co.uk/heres-how-vertas-are-using-pacvac-to-power-continuous-improvement/) - Prioritising service delivery for customers and employee wellbeing, Vertas is pleased to use Pacvac vacuum cleaners in its operations, enhancing productivity.
- [Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2024 – Richard’s Story](https://vertas.co.uk/neurodiversity-celebration-week-2024-richards-story/) - We are pleased to share that all colleagues who got in touch with us are happy for us to share their stories with you. Today we are honoured to share Richard's story. Richard Heathcote is one of our Facilities Management Assistants for Vertas Derbyshire. What type of neurodiversity do you have? Autism How have you
- [Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2024 - Lizzie’s Story](https://vertas.co.uk/neurodiversity-celebration-week-2024-lizzies-story/) - We are pleased to share that all colleagues who got in touch with us are happy for us to share their stories with you. Today we are honoured to share Lizzie's story. Lizzie Percival is one of our Graphic Designers for Vertas Group. What type of neurodiversity do you have? Dyslexia How have you found
- [Vertas Group colleagues champion commitment to inclusion & diversity on International Women’s Day](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-colleagues-champion-commitment-to-inclusion-diversity-on-international-womens-day/) - As Vertas Group celebrates IWD, the company is keen to highlight the meaningful actions it's taking to support advancing gender equality in the workplace.
- [Meet the Making the Difference Award winners: Zara Zurowski](https://vertas.co.uk/meet-the-making-the-difference-award-winners-zara-zurowski/) - Vertas Group is delighted to revisit the incredible talent that defines the business, showcasing last year's winners and fostering a culture of appreciation.
- [Vertas embrace the benefits of chemical-free cleaning](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-embrace-the-benefits-of-chemical-free-cleaning/) - Chemical-free cleaning has become a key component of the company's operations, creating safe and sanitised spaces whilst reducing carbon emissions.
- [Unlocking Potential: Vertas Group highlight opportunities during National Apprenticeship Week 2024](https://vertas.co.uk/unlocking-potential-vertas-group-highlight-opportunities-during-national-apprenticeship-week-2024/) - Vertas Group is pleased to champion this year’s National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) theme, Skills for Life, highlighting its commitment to investing in people.
- [Embracing apprenticeships across careers during National Apprenticeship Week 2024](https://vertas.co.uk/embracing-apprenticeships-across-careers-during-national-apprenticeship-week-2024/) - To mark NAW, we sat down with Jo Spencer, Head of Schools’ Choice, who shared her experience of undertaking an apprenticeship later in her career.
- [Thriving Through Apprenticeships: Unveiling success stories and supportive environments at Vertas Group](https://vertas.co.uk/thriving-through-apprenticeships-unveiling-success-stories-and-supportive-environments-at-vertas-group/) - Committed to investing in the development of colleagues, Vertas Group are delighted to support individuals, offering apprenticeships tailored to their needs.
- [Making a Difference: Vertas Group’s fundraising initiatives that made an impact in 2023](https://vertas.co.uk/making-a-difference-vertas-groups-fundraising-initiatives-that-made-an-impact-in-2023/) - Vertas Group reflects on the remarkable fundraising efforts undertaken in 2023 in support of its chosen charity, Cancer Research UK.
- [The Impact of Veganuary: How a plant-based diet can help reach Net Zero](https://vertas.co.uk/the-impact-of-veganuary-how-a-plant-based-diet-can-help-reach-net-zero/) - Veganuary offers a structured approach to adopting a vegan diet, and Vertas is keen to explore its role in achieving its sustainability goals.
- [Empowering Education: Vertas proud to provide last minute Holiday Activities and Food](https://vertas.co.uk/empowering-education-vertas-proud-to-provide-last-minute-holiday-activities-and-food/) - In Spring 2023, ASSET Education Trust needed a catering provider to deliver the Government’s HAF programme.
- [Vertas Group ensures essential FM services continue over Christmas](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-ensures-essential-fm-services-continue-over-christmas/) - ‘Tis the season for giving, and Vertas’ Facilities Management (FM) colleagues are ensuring the gift of uninterrupted essential services for our clients this festive period. This Christmas, Vertas’ FM team has been working tirelessly to ensure all essential services continue to run uninterrupted. From safeguarding client buildings to maintaining public spaces, the Group offers diverse
- [Vertas Group proud to achieve Silver Carbon Charter Award](https://vertas.co.uk/the-vertas-group-proud-to-achieve-silver-carbon-charter-award/) - The Vertas Group has been accredited with the Silver Carbon Charter Award for its commitment to reducing environmental impact by implementing sustainable business practices. The Vertas Group initially worked with Carbon Charter to identify its carbon footprint, what it’s made up of, and how to reduce it. Since then, the Group has been able to
- [Vertas Group reaches No.7 in the Suffolk Top 100](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-reaches-no-7-in-the-suffolk-top-100/) - The Vertas Group has seen an ascent to the 7th position in the Suffolk Limited Report 2023 by Grant Thornton, moving up five places, having previously been positioned 12th in 2022. Now in its 22nd year, Suffolk Limited is part of an annual series of business analyses by UK county which seeks to highlight and
- [Vertas Group Launches Menopause Leave for Employees](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-launches-menopause-leave-for-employees/) - To mark World Menopause Day, The Vertas Group has introduced a new policy offering leave to colleagues who are experiencing menopause symptoms. Employees will now be entitled to sick pay as per their terms and conditions for feeling unwell with Menopause symptoms. This leave will not affect an employees' absence score. The new company-wide policy
- [Vertas Group partner with Wagestream to provide a new financial wellbeing colleague benefit](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-partner-with-wagestream-to-provide-a-new-financial-wellbeing-colleague-benefit/) - The Vertas Group has revealed a new partnership with Zellis and Wagestream. This new service will enable employees instant access to a percentage of their gross basic pay ahead of payday. MyView PayNow is a new platform created by Zellis, who provide HR and payroll solutions, and Wagestream, a charity-backed financial well-being provider, which is
- [Vertas Group Charity Golf Day in aid of Cancer Research](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-charity-golf-day-in-aid-of-cancer-research/) - On Tuesday 26th September, Vertas Group was delighted to host their annual charity golf day. Once again, the event was a great success, raising £1505 for Cancer Research UK. Hosted by Ian Surtees MBA FloD, Vertas Group's Chief Executive Officer, the competition saw 52 golfers from 11 local and national businesses take to the 18-hole
- [National Inclusion Week - A Personal Story from Kim Sale](https://vertas.co.uk/national-inclusion-week-a-personal-story-from-kim-sale/) - To celebrate and recognise National Inclusion Week, and to announce becoming an Inclusivity Champion for the Vertas Group, we recently sat down with Kim Sale - Marketing Assistant at Opus People Solutions, part of the Vertas Group. Kim has been part of the Vertas Group for over three years after joining Opus in September 2020.
- [Vertas Group receives three ISO certifications](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-receives-three-iso-certifications/) - The Vertas Group is proud to announce that we have achieved three ISO certifications with the British Standards Institute, a UKAS-accredited certification body. These certifications demonstrate the Group's dedication to delivering and continually improving our high-quality products and services in a safe and sustainable way. ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System certification highlights the Group's ability
- [Introducing the new Vertas Group brochure](https://vertas.co.uk/introducing-the-new-vertas-group-brochure/) - We’re pleased to announce the launch of the new Vertas Group brochure. Inside you will find everything you need to know about our story, our brands and services and why we make a difference. Since 2015 Vertas, Concertus Design and Property Consultants Limited , and Opus People Solutions Ltd have worked incredibly closely with one
- [Who are The Vertas Group: Our Story](https://vertas.co.uk/who-are-the-vertas-group-our-story/) - Introducing The Vertas Group's new video: Our Story. Since beginning our collaboration in 2015, Vertas, Concertus Design and Property Consultants, and Opus People Solutions have worked incredibly closely with one another. The Vertas Group has become one of the largest integrated facilities management companies in Great Britain, winning multiple awards along the way. From designing
- [Vertas Group confirmed as finalists in three categories at UK Customer Experience Awards 2023](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-confirmed-as-finalists-at-uk-customer-experience-awards-2023/) - We are pleased to announce that the Vertas Group’s customer-first approach has been recognised at this year's UK Customer Experience Awards 2023. The categories we have reached the final are Best Customer-Centric Culture and Best CX for Vulnerable Customers. Julia Dolan, our Head of Client Relationships, has also reached the final in the Woman CX
- [Vertas Group receives Armed Forces Gold Award](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-receives-armed-forces-gold-award/) - As part of the Ministry of Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, Vertas Group has received a Gold Award, having previously gained silver. Vertas Group has been given recognition for its support of the armed forces. The award highlights the work that has been ongoing to further enhance the Group as a forces-friendly employer. The Defence Employer
- [Vertas and Concertus Sponsor the Our Derbyshire Awards](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-and-concertus-sponsor-the-our-derbyshire-awards/) - Vertas and Concertus Design and Property Consultants, both part of the Vertas Group, are proud to have sponsored Derbyshire County Council’s, Our Derbyshire Awards 2023. We were pleased to have presented two awards in the Rising Star Award and Inspiring Leader Award categories. Our Derbyshire Awards was launched earlier this year as a celebration of
- [Vertas Group win at the Employee Experience Awards](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-win-at-the-employee-experience-awards/) - We are delighted to share that at the UK Employee Experience Awards we won a bronze award in the Team of the Year category. The awards, which were held on Thursday 11th May at The Hilton in London, Wembley, were created to recognise and celebrate teams and individuals who are committed to improving the employee
- [Vertas Win Grounds and Landscaping Contract with The University of Suffolk](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-win-grounds-and-landscaping-contract-with-the-university-of-suffolk/) - The University of Suffolk is welcoming Vertas (part of the wider Vertas Group) as its new Grounds and Landscaping services partner. Vertas is one of Great Britain’s largest integrated facilities management companies and currently provides experienced Grounds and Landscaping services to over 220 schools, churches, care homes, leisure centres and other organisations across East Anglia
- [Celebrating One Year of The Vertas Group](https://vertas.co.uk/celebrating-one-year-of-the-vertas-group/) - Suffolk Group Holdings, trading as The Vertas Group is celebrating one year of its formation. Over the past year, the Group, including Vertas, Concertus Design and Property Consultants and Opus People Solutions have worked under one leadership structure to accomplish great things. The Vertas Group has been working hard to make the difference not only
- [Vertas Group Wins Fifth Consecutive RoSPA Gold Award](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-wins-fifth-consecutive-rospa-gold-award/) - Vertas Group has been awarded the ROSPA Gold Medal Award, for receiving five consecutive Gold Awards. The award recognises the Group’s unwavering commitment to maintaining the highest health and safety standards in the workplace. The RoSPA Health and Safety Awards is the largest occupational health and safety awards programme in the UK. Now into its
- [Vertas Group Sign the Gender Equality Business Pledge](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-signs-suffolk-chamber-of-commerces-gender-equality-business-pledge/) - Vertas Group is proud to have signed Suffolk Chamber of Commerce’s Gender Equality Business Pledge. The pledge outlines a set of commitments that organisations can use to assess where they are today, and to commit publicly their support for gender equality in the workplace by signing up to the Charter. These commitments include: 1. Acknowledging
- [Vertas Group Sponsor the Green School Award at the Suffolk Creating the Greenest County Awards 2023](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-sponsor-the-green-school-award-at-the-suffolk-creating-the-greenest-county-awards-2023/) - Vertas Group is proud to have sponsored the Green School Award at the Suffolk Creating the Greenest County Awards 2023. Now in its twelfth year, the Greenest County Awards provide an excellent opportunity for individuals, businesses, communities, schools, and voluntary organisations to be celebrated for the environmental work they do to combat climate change, or
- [Vertas Group Partner with Anglia Ruskin University](https://vertas.co.uk/24339-2/) - The Vertas Group are proud to be partnered with Anglia Ruskin University. ARU are one of the top 350 institutions in the world and was recently placed in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023, for the sixth successive year. They are also one of the top 40 universities in the United Kingdom. Our
- [The Vertas Group Sponsors Ipswich Town Foundation Disability Provision](https://vertas.co.uk/the-vertas-group-sponsors-disability-provision/) - We're delighted to announce that the Vertas Group has sponsored the Ipswich Town Foundation disability provision. The Vertas Group are one of Great Britain's largest integrated facilities management companies, which includes property design and specialist recruitment capabilities. The Vertas Group, which consists of Vertas, Concertus Design & Property Consultants and Opus People Solutions, have their
- [Vertas Group Named a Finalist in the UK Employee Experience Awards in 3 Categories](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-named-a-finalist-in-the-uk-employee-experience-awards-in-3-categories/) - We are pleased to announce that the Vertas Group has gained more recognition for their people-first approach, being named a finalist in three categories in the UK Employee Experience Awards 2023. The categories are Employee-centric Company – Large Company, Team of the Year, and Leader of the Year (Kate Innes, Vertas Group Chief People Officer,
- [Vertas partners with Trakm8](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-partners-with-trakm8/) - Vertas, one of Great Britain’s largest integrated facilities management companies, has partnered up with fleet management specialist Trakm8 to enhance the operating efficiency of its 280-vehicle fleet. Vertas covers a multitude of services and utilises a mixed fleet consisting of vans, pool cars, mini-buses and coaches. With a focus on fleet efficiency and carbon footprint
- [Vertas Group Launches its HSQE Strategy](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-launches-its-hsqe-strategy/) - Vertas Group is delighted to announce the launch of its new Health, Safety and Wellbeing strategy ‘Making the Difference Safely’ for 2022 to 2025. The strategy has been developed to support the company’s key values, strategic business planning and People Strategy. ‘Making the Difference Safely’ has been devised to motivate colleagues to improve the efficiency
- [Vertas Group Scoop Top Accolade from British Chamber](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-scoop-top-accolades-from-british-chamber/) - Vertas Group were honoured at the British Chamber Business Awards where they scooped a regional accolade. Facilities management and property and recruitment consultancy Vertas Group took the top regional prize in the Workforce Developer category. Vertas Group was recognised for its approach to the learning and development of its team and the effect this has
- [Vertas Group’s Making the Difference Awards Raises over £5,000 for Cancer Research UK](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-groups-making-the-difference-awards-raises-over-5000-for-cancer-research-uk/) - Vertas Group’s glamorous black-tie awards evening hosted by Stephen Foster saw finalists and supporting partners rally to raise over £5,000 for Cancer Research UK. Held at Milsoms, Kesgrave Hall on Friday 18th November, the glitzy event recognised and celebrated the hard work of Vertas Group colleagues across England, Scotland and Wales. Guests took part in
- [Vertas Group Win Gold and Silver at the IHR Awards](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-win-gold-and-silver-at-the-ihr-awards/) - We are delighted to share that Vertas Group's Recruitment Manager, Amber Rudland, has been announced as a gold winner in the ‘In-House Recruitment Manager’ category at the prestigious In-House Recruitment Awards. Vertas Group’s recruitment team also won silver in the ‘Recruitment Team (Medium Sized Company)’ category. The IHR Awards recognise the increasing achievements of UK
- [Vertas Group partners with Planet Mark](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-partners-with-planet-mark/) - At Vertas Group we recognise that we have a responsibility to protect and enhance the environment we work in, creating a lasting legacy for future generations to come. For us, this means committing to minimising the impact of our operations on the environment, particularly our emissions to air, land and water, and continually improving our
- [Vertas honours its colleagues for making the difference](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-honours-its-colleagues-for-making-the-difference/) - Vertas Group was proud to host its 7th Making the Difference Awards on Friday 18th November at Milsoms, Kesgrave Hall, for 200 attendees. The annual awards celebrate colleagues of the organisation for their achievements throughout the year. Colleagues are nominated by their peers, by customers and by suppliers of the Group, for a variety of
- [Wellbeing garden to benefit students at school in Suffolk](https://vertas.co.uk/wellbeing-garden-to-benefit-students-at-school-in-suffolk/) - Melton Primary School has been gifted a new wellbeing garden by the Vertas Group and Groundwork East. The garden was built and funded by Vertas Group companies, including Vertas, Concertus Design and Property Consultants and Opus Teach. The garden will be a major benefit to the students at Melton Primary School who will be able
- [Vertas Group chef selected as a finalist in the Contract Catering, StrEATfood Awards 2022](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-chef-selected-as-a-finalist-in-the-contract-catering-streatfood-awards-2022/) - We are pleased to share that Jackie Sweeney, Vertas Group Head of Kitchen at Hewett Academy has been selected as a finalist in the Contract Catering StrEATfood Awards 2022! The StrEATfood Awards searches for the UK’s most creative street food chef from the workplace and event catering sectors. This unique competition invites caterers, chefs, food/menu
- [Combat2Coffee Commercial becomes ITFC official partner](https://vertas.co.uk/combat2coffee-commercial-becomes-official-partner-with-itfc/) - Combat2Coffee Commercial, the social value coffee arm of Vertas Group has agreed a five-year partnership with Ipswich Town Football Club. Vertas Group formed a joint venture with Combat2Coffee earlier this year. The partnership will see Combat2Coffee provide hot drinks in hospitality areas and the FanZone at Portman Road as well as Playford Road training ground.
- [Vertas Group recognised with silver award for supporting armed forces community](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-recognised-with-silver-award-for-supporting-armed-forces-community/) - Vertas Group has received further recognition for supporting the armed forces community. It has been awarded Silver Award status as part of the Ministry of Defence’s Employer Recognition Scheme. The Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) encourages employers to support defence and inspire others to do the same. Vertas Group signed the Armed Forces Covenant in
- [Sport and leisure partners celebrate the Suffolk Community Games success](https://vertas.co.uk/suffolk-community-games/) - Active Suffolk, and key partners from the sport and leisure sector have celebrated the success of the Festival of Suffolk Community Games after months of planning and preparation. The event which took place on Saturday 9th July invited school children and their families to access a diverse range of traditional and non-traditional activities including paddleboarding,
- [Celebrating the Festival of Suffolk 2022](https://vertas.co.uk/celebrating-the-festival-of-suffolk/) - On Tuesday 28th June 2022, Vertas Group participated in the Festival of Suffolk Business Expo, celebrating business innovation and success in Suffolk – inspiring people to think about great jobs, building careers and exploring opportunities. The day began with an interactive and engaging morning event at Suffolk County Council’s Endeavour House for local Year 10
- [National Food Safety Week 2022](https://vertas.co.uk/national-food-safety-week-2022/) - National Food Safety Week aims to draw attention and inspire action to help prevent, detect, and manage foodborne risks. Globally, one in ten people is affected by foodborne illnesses annually. The good news is that most foodborne illnesses are preventable. Safe food is essential to human health and well-being. Only when food is safe can
- [Prove it: how waste management can help businesses benchmark their environmental impact and strive for a cleaner, greener future.](https://vertas.co.uk/prove-it-how-waste-management-can-help-businesses-benchmark-their-environmental-impact-and-strive-for-a-cleaner-greener-future/) - The ability to benchmark sustainability has never been more vital for businesses. Safeguarding our planet and the life on it is vital and we all have a role to play. But if we are going to take action to protect the environment we first need to understand where we are starting from. For businesses with
- [Vertas Group named winner of the RoSPA Facilities Management Sector Award](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-named-winner-of-the-rospa-facilities-management-sector-award/) - Vertas Group is celebrating after landing an internationally-recognised award for demonstrating high health and safety standards. Vertas Group has been named the winner of the RoSPA Facilities Management Sector Award for working hard to ensure its colleagues, customers, clients and contractors, get home safely to their families at the end of every working day. Organisations
- [What can businesses looking to develop their colleagues put in place to support the professional growth of individuals?](https://vertas.co.uk/what-can-businesses-looking-to-develop-their-colleagues-put-in-place-to-support-the-professional-growth-of-individuals/) - Many businesses are looking at how they can develop and train their staff amidst the current skills shortage. But this isn’t a new concept for us at Vertas. Our Associate Director - Operations, Liam Swift, comments: “I am a prime example of how Vertas has invested in employee development and training. I have held three
- [‘There is absolutely more to life than a monthly take home wage.’ Would you agree?](https://vertas.co.uk/there-is-absolutely-more-to-life-than-a-monthly-take-home-wage-would-you-agree/) - ‘There is absolutely more to life than a monthly take home wage.’ Would you agree? As part of Learning at Work Week, Vertas’ Chief People Officer, Kate Innes, outlines why a holistic approach is needed in business and what Vertas’ management team is doing to ensure staff feel supported. There is absolutely more to life than
- [Reducing a business'​ carbon footprint](https://vertas.co.uk/reducing-a-business​-carbon-footprint/) - We all need to make a conscious effort to reduce our carbon footprint, and at Vertas, we have set the target to be carbon net zero 2030. It’s an ambitious plan but one everyone is taking seriously. Find out from Kelly Fellowes, Associate Director of HSQE C&G, what steps are in place at Vertas to
- [Vertas Group creates joint venture with Combat2Coffee](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-creates-joint-venture-with-combat2coffee/) - Vertas Group Limited has created a joint venture with Combat2Coffee. The joint venture will be Vertas Group’s social value coffee arm and will be named Combat2Coffee Commercial. Over the past year, Vertas Group has enjoyed an excellent partnership with Combat2Coffee and the creation of the joint venture celebrates the growth of Combat2Coffee’s roasting provision. Combat2Coffee
- [The Benefits of Using Local Food Suppliers](https://vertas.co.uk/the-benefits-of-using-local-food-suppliers/) - At Churchill Catering, when we talk about sourcing ‘local’ we consider that to be produce sourced within a 25-mile radius. In our latest article, Adam Brough, Head of Churchill Catering, part of the Vertas Group, talks about the additional benefits there are to using local suppliers. Sourcing local gives us a story to share with
- [Vertas Group Update](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-update/) - Suffolk Group Holdings, the wholly owned company of Suffolk County Council, is delighted to announce that all companies within its portfolio will now trade as Vertas Group. As of 1st April 2022, Vertas Group Limited, Concertus Design and Property Consultants Limited and Opus People Solutions Limited will now work under one leadership structure whilst keeping
- [Bury St Edmunds to host finish of opening stage of The Women's Tour](https://vertas.co.uk/bury-st-edmunds-to-host-finish-of-opening-stage-of-the-womens-tour/) - Vertas is a proud supporting partner of The Women's Tour for 2022. The Women’s Tour, Britain’s biggest and longest running international women’s cycling stage race, will return to Bury St Edmunds this summer as the Suffolk town hosts the finish of the opening stage on Monday 6 June. To coincide with International Women’s Day, event
- [Vertas' female leadership on International Women's Day 2022](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-female-leadership-on-international-womens-day-2022/) - International Women's Day provides an important and exciting opportunity to celebrate women's achievements and elevate visibility, while amplifying a call to action to everyone everywhere to do what they can to help build an inclusive world - a world where diverse backgrounds, perspectives and talent are sought, valued and embraced. To mark International Women’s Day, we hear from three of our
- [Vertas Environmental unveils new food waste recycling service for businesses](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-environmental-unveils-new-food-waste-recycling-service-for-businesses/) - Vertas Group’s waste management consultant arm, Vertas Environmental, has announced the launch of a new food waste recycling service, adding to its ever-growing waste management capabilities. The new service, which is available for businesses across the UK, provides an effective and environmentally friendly way to recycle food waste. The food waste collected will be treated sustainably
- [Vertas help Cedarwood Primary School sow the seeds for a greener future](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-help-cedarwood-primary-school-sow-the-seeds-for-a-greener-future/) - As part of Vertas’ free tree planting initiative, its passionate grounds team recently visited Cedarwood Primary School to inspire children to sow the seeds for a greener future. Twenty trees were planted free of charge and the grounds team provided the school with all the knowledge and information needed to help the trees to thrive.
- [Elevating your business: the benefits of implementing a security strategy within your business](https://vertas.co.uk/elevating-your-business-the-benefits-of-implementing-a-security-strategy-within-your-business/) - As Head of Security at Oakpark Security, and the wider Vertas Group as a whole, Peter Sutton works with clients across a range of different sectors and industries to ensure that they have adequate security measures in place where it’s needed most. With over three decades of experience in the industry under my belt, there’s
- [Vertas Group confirms its continued support for the 2022 Suffolk stage of the Women’s Tour](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-confirms-its-continued-support-for-the-2022-suffolk-stage-of-the-womens-tour/) - Suffolk-based facilities management provider Vertas Group has confirmed that they will be continuing as a partner for the Women’s Tour stage in Suffolk for 2022. The announcement comes after a hugely successful Women’s Tour in 2021, which saw over 100,000 Suffolk residents and visitors watch the final stage of the race, finishing in Felixstowe. Ian
- [Vertas CEO in top 100 influential leaders](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-ceo-in-top-100-influential-leaders/) - Award-winning total facilities management company Vertas Group is delighted to announce its CEO Ian Surtees MBA FIoD has been selected as one of the most influential people in Suffolk as part of the Suffolk 100 2022. Suffolk 100 is a collection of one hundred individuals who have made a difference and are influential in the
- [Vertas reaches No.19 in the Suffolk Top 100](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-reaches-no-19-in-the-suffolk-top-100/) - Now in its twentieth year, Suffolk Limited gives a unique insight into the performance of the Suffolk business community. The Suffolk Limited survey analyses the financial performance of the county’s leading privately owned companies. This provides a yardstick against which the county can assess its economic performance and businesses can benchmark themselves against their peers.
- [Vertas partners with West Suffolk College during National Apprenticeship Week](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-partners-with-west-suffolk-college-during-national-apprenticeship-week/) - Vertas Group Limited has signed a major deal with West Suffolk College to increase apprenticeship roles. Vertas currently offer work placements and apprenticeship opportunities but want to boost numbers over the coming year. West Suffolk College is one of the country's leading further education and apprenticeship providers. For Vertas, the deal with West Suffolk College means
- [Clean your way to a more productive school. How cleaning improves focus and therefore productivity](https://vertas.co.uk/clean-your-way-to-a-more-productive-school-how-cleaning-improves-focus-and-therefore-productivity/) - Ensuring productivity in schools, as well as understanding the factors which might weave into achieving greater productivity, has long been a focus for educational establishments. But you might be surprised just how vital an effective cleaning programme can be. Bill Farley, Head of Cleaning Services at Vertas explores the many ways that a clean school
- [What you need to know about waste management to ensure your business doesn’t fall foul of the law](https://vertas.co.uk/what-you-need-to-know-about-waste-management-to-ensure-your-business-doesnt-fall-foul-of-the-law/) - The waste management sector is often associated with strict regulations, policy and compliance procedures, which can make actively engaging with waste management seem daunting. In this article Head of Vertas Environmental, Mark Horner, takes a closer look at the current regulations around waste management and outlines how businesses can protect themselves from falling foul of
- [Churchill Catering retains £13m contract with Forestry England](https://vertas.co.uk/churchill-catering-retains-13m-contract-with-forestry-england/) - Vertas Group-owned Churchill Catering is delighted to announce its retention of Forestry England’s High Lodge café in Thetford Forest. The site, surrounded by beautiful trails and mountain biking opportunities, is subject to a new ten-year contract for Churchill Catering, worth £13million. The catering company will be investing over £300k into the café to totally refurbish
- [Clean school, clean mind. How eco cleaning methods protect the health of students and colleagues](https://vertas.co.uk/clean-school-clean-mind-how-eco-cleaning-methods-protect-the-health-of-students-and-colleagues/) - It goes without saying that a clean environment is one of the most effective ways to protect the health of students and colleagues within a school. This has been brought into sharp focus by the Covid-19 pandemic. In this article, Head of Cleaning at Vertas, Bill Farley, outlines how eco cleaning methods can protect colleagues
- [Vertas launches its Sustainable Procurement Policy](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-launches-its-sustainable-procurement-policy/) - Vertas Group is delighted to announce the launch of its Sustainable Procurement Policy, a statement of the total facilities management company’s commitment to making environmental, economic and socially responsible decisions in respect of its purchase of goods and services. The new policy serves the purpose of educating the Group’s internal colleagues as well as its
- [In light of COP26, does waste management have to cost the earth?](https://vertas.co.uk/in-light-of-cop26-does-waste-management-have-to-cost-the-earth/) - Prior to COP26 the fragile state of the planet was described as being ten seconds from midnight and leaders needed to make a meaningful deal in order to cap global warming. In light of this many businesses have been inspired to look closely at their impact on the environment and Head of Vertas Environmental, Mark
- [Vertas colleagues donate unwanted clothing to Cancer Research UK](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-colleagues-donate-unwanted-clothing-to-cancer-research-uk/) - Facilities management company, Vertas has once again joined forces with Cancer Research UK, to make an even bigger impact to communities and contribute to life-saving funds. Vertas colleagues have been donating unwanted clothing in the lead-up to Christmas to help their charity partner of five years, Cancer Research UK. Vertas’ donation station encourages colleagues to
- [Vertas helps schools grow a greener future](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-helps-schools-grow-a-greener-future/) - As part of National Tree Week, students from Holton St Peter CP School have been planting trees in their school garden with the help of Vertas’ passionate grounds colleagues. A range of trees were planted free of charge as part of Vertas’ new tree planting initiative. The environmental project aims to support young people address
- [Latest audit result places Oakpark Security in top 3% of all Approved Contractor Scheme companies](https://vertas.co.uk/latest-audit-result-places-oakpark-security-in-top-3-of-all-approved-contractor-scheme-companies/) - Our security arm, Oakpark Security, is delighted to announce the result of its 2021 Approved Contractor status, placing it in the top 3% of security contractors in the UK. Implemented by the Security Industry Authority (SIA) in consultation with representatives from across the Security industry, the main objective of the Approved Contractor Scheme (ACS) is
- [Vertas wins top award at Suffolk Business Awards 2021](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-wins-top-award-at-suffolk-business-awards-2021/) - Vertas Group is delighted to announce its success at this year’s Suffolk Business awards, taking home both the Employer of the Year and top award Business of the Year; a non-entry category, chosen by judges from all of the winning categories of the evening. Vertas were also a finalists in the Customer Excellence category. The
- [How Vertas Group are tackling climate change](https://vertas.co.uk/how-vertas-group-are-tackling-climate-change/) - Operating in a sustainable way has always been close to our hearts as it's one of our company values. We've recently started our journey to Net Zero, with the aim to achieve this by 2030. Net Zero means that you are putting no more carbon into the atmosphere than you are taking out of it. Whilst COP26,
- [Vertas celebrates company stars at second annual awards ceremony](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-celebrates-company-stars-at-second-annual-awards-ceremony/) - 160 guests gathered for an evening of celebration and entertainment at the second annual Vertas Making the Difference Staff Awards. The black tie event, which took place in the Sir Bobby Robson Suite at Ipswich Town Football Club, was born out of the aim to truly recognise Vertas employees who demonstrate their unrivalled levels of
- [Suffolk businesses come together to sponsor Suffolk’s Creating the Greenest County Awards](https://vertas.co.uk/suffolk-businesses-come-together-to-sponsor-suffolks-creating-the-greenest-county-awards/) - Vertas, Opus People Solutions and design and property consultants Concertus are coming together to sponsor Suffolk’s Creating the Greenest County Awards, taking place on 12 November at The Hold in Ipswich. As we approach the United Nations COP26 event in November, all three companies are working hard to improve their environmental credentials and help Suffolk
- [Vertas Group Charity Golf Day Raised £1,500 for Cancer Research UK](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-charity-golf-day-raised-1500-for-cancer-research-uk/) - The Vertas Charity Golf Day has raised £1,500 for our charity of the year, Cancer Research UK. On 30th September 45 golfers, representing 11 local and national businesses, bought ‘Mulligans’ which gave them a second go at a shot, raffle tickets and bid in a live auction. The day was hosted by its Chief Executive
- [Vertas Group test out AJ Bell Women’s Tour Suffolk stage route](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-test-out-aj-bell-womens-tour-suffolk-stage-route/) - As a proud supporting partner of The Women’s Tour, Vertas Group took part in a unique media ride opportunity on Friday 17th September, riding the closing section of the Suffolk stage of the AJ Bell Women’s Tour that will decide the winner of the 2021 race on Saturday 9 October. The media ride was led
- [Vertas Group Colleagues Get Pretty Muddy and Raise over £1,000 for Cancer Research UK](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-colleagues-get-pretty-muddy-and-raise-965-for-cancer-research-uk/) - Six colleagues from Vertas Group Limited, ran, walked, climbed, and hopped as they took part in a 5k Pretty Muddy, a mud-splattered obstacle course, raising over £1,000 for Cancer Research UK. The Pretty Muddy event, part of the Race for Life fundraising programme, returned this year at Trinity Park in Ipswich on Saturday 11th September
- [Vertas Group win 3-year catering contract with Inspiration Trust](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-wins-3-year-catering-contract-with-inspiration-trust/) - Vertas Group Limited has been awarded a three-year contract to provide education catering for the Inspiration Trust, with the opportunity to extend for a further two years. Under the three-year agreement, Vertas Group will serve thirteen academies based in Norfolk and north Suffolk, four of which Vertas Group delivered successfully before the new contract was
- [Vertas Group win 5-year extension of catering contract with Suffolk One](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-limited-win-5-year-extension-of-catering-contract-with-suffolk-one/) - Total facilities management company, Vertas Group Limited, has won a five-year catering contract extension with Suffolk One, an outstanding Sixth Form College in Ipswich, Suffolk. Vertas Group has created a unique food and beverage experience at Suffolk One, reflecting high street trends whilst ensuring their offer is balanced and healthy to support the wellbeing of
- [Vertas Group Chef has the Recipe for Success](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-chef-has-the-recipe-for-success/) - We are delighted to announce that Jackie Sweeney, Head of Kitchen at Hewett Academy, is through to the East of England regional final of the School Chef of the Year (SCOTY) 2021 competition. The event, sponsored by Quorn, will take place on Wednesday 7th July at Cambridge Regional College. Entrants have 1 hour and 15
- [Shortlist Announced for Vertas’ Making the Difference Awards 2021](https://vertas.co.uk/shortlist-announced-for-vertas-making-the-difference-awards-2021/) - Vertas are delighted to reveal this year’s Making the Difference Awards shortlist, which includes 30 individuals and teams from across the group. There was a large number of fantastic nomination stories submitted about our dedicated colleagues and teams across the Vertas family which were carefully considered by a judging panel made up of the CEO and
- [Vertas Group Named Finalist in The Institute of Customer Service Awards 2021](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-named-finalist-in-the-institute-of-customer-service-awards-2021/) - We are delighted that Vertas Group has gained more recognition for their customer-first approach, being named a finalist in The Institute of Customer Service UK Customer Satisfaction Awards 2021, for the category 'Customer Focus Award – Large Enterprise'. The awards are the UK's most prestigious customer service awards - run by the professional body for
- [Oakpark Security Officer, Shayne Lacey, Receives Distinction Award](https://vertas.co.uk/oakpark-security-officer-shayne-lacey-receives-distinction-award/) - We are extremely proud to reveal that Shayne Lacey, a member of Oakpark Security’s Mobile Response Team, has been awarded the ‘Officers of Distinction’ accolade from the ACS Pacesetters Scheme. The awards set out to reward Officers who have gone above and beyond in their duties and is the most prestigious recognition that field-based colleagues
- [Vertas Group Receives RoSPA Award for Health and Safety Achievements](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-receives-rospa-award-for-health-and-safety-achievements-2/) - Vertas Group is celebrating after landing an internationally-recognised award for demonstrating high health and safety standards. Vertas Group has been awarded the RoSPA Highly Commended in the Facilities Management Sector Award for working hard to ensure its colleagues and clients get home safely to their families at the end of every working day. Organisations receiving
- [Making the Difference Awards Postponed](https://vertas.co.uk/making-the-difference-awards-postponed/) - The Making the Difference Awards due to take place in July 2021 has been postponed. Every year, we look forward to celebrating our outstanding Vertas Family at our Making the Difference Awards. It is with great sadness that we have made the tough decision to postpone our 2021 awards ceremony (due to take place on
- [Our Environmental Strategy is Now in Action!](https://vertas.co.uk/our-environmental-strategy-is-now-in-action/) - To coincide with World Environment Day on 5th June 2021, we’re launching our Environmental Strategy – ‘Making the Difference Sustainably’. Our vision is to be recognised as a proactive, environmentally focused business and our Environmental Strategy is a tangible demonstration of our commitment to positive environmental change. It sets out a strategic framework and our
- [COVID-19: Vertas Group Limited’s Safety Commitment](https://vertas.co.uk/covid-19-vertas-group-limiteds-safety-commitment/) - COVID-19: Vertas Group Limited’s Safety Commitment At Vertas Group Limited we always put health, safety, and wellness first. Our ability to ‘make the difference’ safely is the golden thread that runs through all our operations, and this has been accentuated recently through our commendation by RoSPA. This priority hasn’t shifted during and in response
- [Introducing the Vertas Green Fingers Gardening Club!](https://vertas.co.uk/introducing-the-vertas-green-fingers-gardening-club/) - Is your school thinking of starting or rejuvenating a school gardening club? Our Vertas Grounds Experts are creating the Vertas Green Fingers Gardening Club, a hub of free information, tips and hints to get your school gardening club blooming! We’ll be putting regular articles in our bi-weekly virtual magazine, Schools’ News, so your school can
- [Vertas Group Announces a Continuous Improvement Group](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-announces-a-continuous-improvement-group/) - Vertas Group announces today changes to its Senior Leadership Team (SLT) as part of its efforts to implement its growth strategy. Effective 1st April 2021, a Continuous Improvement Group (CIG) will be introduced replacing the Senior Leadership Team. The CIG will be based on a workflow matrix system. Each workflow, 12 in total, will be
- [Vertas Group signs MoU with the Sizewell C Consortium](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-signs-mou-with-the-sizewell-c-consortium/) - Vertas Group are pleased to support a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) launched by the Sizewell C Consortium with the East of England, which highlights the long-term benefits for British businesses across the nuclear supply chain. Building Sizewell C will support up to 77,000 jobs over the course of its construction and provide £4.4 billion of
- [Vertas Making The Difference Towards Lockdown Lifting](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-making-the-difference-towards-lockdown-lifting/) - We’re proud of every contract we operate – especially when it’s supporting the country to get tested, vaccinated and out of a global pandemic. We’re working in partnership with Suffolk County Council, Public Health England and the NHS to provide the following services to over 30 locations across the country: • Delivering equipment and
- [Pay Gap at Vertas Group Reduces  for Fourth Consecutive Year](https://vertas.co.uk/pay-gap-at-vertas-group-reduces-for-fourth-consecutive-year/) - To coincide with International Women’s Day 2021 Vertas Group has released its Gender Pay Gap Report, reporting a drop for the fourth consecutive year. Among our 4,000-strong workforce comprising 71% women and 29% men, Vertas is delighted to report that its median gender pay gap of -3.30% is significantly better than the UK’s median gender
- [New Accreditation for Schools’ Choice](https://vertas.co.uk/new-accreditation-for-schools-choice/) - A New Choice for Sage for Education Schools’ Choice, part of the Vertas group, is now a fully accredited Sage for Education business partner, and one of just three partners in England who specialise solely in education. With its specialist knowledge of the financial needs of English schools and multi academy trusts, Schools’ Choice is
- [Making the Difference Awards 2021](https://vertas.co.uk/making-the-difference-awards-2021-nominations-now-open/) - Our awards, now in their sixth year, are about recognising, celebrating and most importantly saying thank you to our incredible colleagues across the Vertas Group. Today, we’re excited to announce that nominations are now open for the Making the Difference 2021 awards! There are ten award categories open for all Vertas Group colleagues. The categories
- [Hard Work from Vertas Payroll Team Pays Off](https://vertas.co.uk/hard-work-from-vertas-payroll-team-pays-off/) - We are thrilled to announce our payroll team has won ‘in-house payroll team of the year’ in The Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals (CIPP) Annual Excellence Awards 2020. The CIPP’s Annual Excellence Awards are designed to recognise the professionals responsible for the accurate, compliant, and timely delivery of these services within their organisations. The ceremony
- [Vertas Group wins Customer Care Award at Suffolk Business Awards 2020!](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-group-wins-customer-care-award-at-suffolk-business-awards-2020/) - We are extremely proud to announce that Vertas Group has won the Customer Care Award at the East Anglian Daily Times Suffolk Business Awards 2020. It is also an amazing achievement for the group to reach the final three of the Business of the Year and be a finalist for Employer of the Year. The awards, which
- [Vertas Named a Finalist in Two Categories at the Suffolk Business Awards 2020](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-named-finalists-in-two-categories-at-the-suffolk-business-awards-2020/) - We are extremely proud to announce that Vertas Group Limited has been named finalists in both the Employer of the Year and Customer Care categories in this year’s East Anglian Daily Times, Suffolk Business Awards 2020. The awards, which are sponsored by Suffolk Chamber of Commerce and EDF, are designed to celebrate achievements and recognise the hard work of
- [Vertas Put the Build Into Bildeston Primary](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-put-the-build-into-bildeston-primary/) - Vertas Group are extremely proud to be involved in the completion of work at Bildeston Primary School. Over the last 12 months, the school has been completely transformed into a bright modern looking school for Primary School students. Vertas Property Management were advisors for the project, which involved directing the school through the design
- [Solar Panel Support: Reduce Your Emissions and Your Energy Bill ](https://vertas.co.uk/solar-panel-support-reduce-your-emissions-and-your-energy-bill/) - There are significant benefits to be had from investing in solar energy, for businesses both big and small. What are solar panels? Solar panels, also known as photovoltaics (PV), allow you to generate your own free electricity and earn money by sending surplus electricity back to the national grid. How can the Vertas energy team
- [Recognition Paid to the Vertas Group Payroll Teams](https://vertas.co.uk/recognition-paid-to-the-vertas-group-payroll-teams/) - We are pleased to announce that Vertas Group Limited has two finalists in The Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals (CIPP) Annual Excellence Awards 2020. Our payroll team has been shortlisted for 'in-house payroll team of the year' and Schools' Choice, the education management arm of Vertas has been shortlisted for 'payroll service provider of the year'. The
- [Our Customer Survey has Launched!](https://vertas.co.uk/our-customer-survey-has-launched/) - We’re delighted to announce the launch of our annual customer survey. The survey will be an opportunity for us to learn how our customers are feeling, what they love about the Vertas Group, and about the areas we need to improve. We hear from many customers throughout the year that tell us our kitchen teams
- [Joint Venture Reaches Peak](https://vertas.co.uk/joint-venture-reaches-peak-vertas-derbyshire/) - Vertas Group Limited has formed a joint venture with Derbyshire County Council. The newly formed joint venture, Vertas Derbyshire Limited, welcomes circa 1,000 new colleagues, expanding Vertas Group to a workforce of 4,000 across Great Britain. The Joint Venture will provide cleaning and caretaking services to over 450 sites across Derbyshire, from local authority schools
- [New Group Finance Director Joins Vertas](https://vertas.co.uk/new-group-finance-director-joins-vertas/) - Vertas are pleased to announce that Jamie Smith will be joining the Vertas Group Board, as the new Group Finance Director, on the 1st September 2020. Jamie brings with him a wealth of financial and Board experience and will have line management responsibility for the Group’s Finance, Procurement, IT and Legal services.
- [Energy Bill Validation Service](https://vertas.co.uk/recovering-your-energy-costs/) - Errors in your business energy bills may be costing you thousands. The energy industry - generators, energy suppliers, transmission, and distribution companies - has, like many, incurred huge financial losses due to the impact of COVID-19 and the global shutdown of industry. This has led to furloughed staff and mass redundancies from the big
- [Vote For Us In The Suffolk Business Awards!](https://vertas.co.uk/vote-for-us-in-the-suffolk-business-awards/) - We’re extremely proud to announce that Vertas, jointly with SENDAT (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Academies Trust) has been nominated for the ‘Changing Lives Special Recognition Award’, which is open to public vote as part of ‘Suffolk Business Awards 2020’. The Suffolk Business Awards 2020 organised by East Anglian Daily Times, sponsored by Suffolk Chamber
- [Vertas celebrates company stars at fifth annual awards ceremony](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-celebrates-company-stars-at-fifth-annual-awards-ceremony/) - The 2020 Making the Difference Awards ceremony, hosted by Stephen Foster, radio presenter at BBC Radio Suffolk, took place on Friday 6th March at Milsoms, Kesgrave Hall. The awards which were fully-funded by sponsors, with Accent Fresh being the headline sponsor, seek to acknowledge and celebrate colleagues’ exceptional contributions to their workplace. All those who
- [Carbon Reporting - Our Energy Experts Can Help You](https://vertas.co.uk/carbon-reporting-our-experts-can-help-you/) - The UK Government’s Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR) policy was implemented on 1 April 2019, making it mandatory for large businesses, including charitable organisations, to report their energy and carbon emissions on a yearly basis. Many councils across the country have also declared climate change emergencies in their districts, highlighting the growing importance of
- [Stepping Out Into The New Normal - A Colleague Perspective](https://vertas.co.uk/stepping-out-into-the-new-normal-our-colleague-perspective/) - It’s been over three months since the doors of our offices closed and many colleagues began working from home. The moment our Government announced on 17 July 2020 that businesses could decide on whether colleagues could return to the workplace, we were ready to bring non-furloughed colleagues into offices safely as a phrased return. Whilst many of our
- [COVID-19: Vertas Passenger Transport Deliver Help](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-passenger-transport-deliver-help/) - Vertas Passenger Transport were pleased to help the SENDAT (a multi-academy trust) Team support students confined to home during the COVID-19 crisis. Many of these young people and their families have serious underlying health issues or are financially vulnerable. The SENDAT team identified the families needing help and gathered the contents of the care packages.
- [Vertas ‘Commended’ by RoSPA in the Facilities Management Sector Award](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-rospa-commended-health-safety-award/) - We are proud to have received an internationally-recognised award for demonstrating high health and safety standards. Vertas Group Limited has received a RoSPA Commended in the Facilities Management Sector Health and Safety Award for working hard to ensure our colleagues, clients and customers get home safely to their families at the end of every working
- [Vertas Family Supported 100%](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-family-supported-100/) - A lot has happened since my last update; I hope you are keeping well at this extraordinary time. As an Executive Board and leadership team, we are responding decisively to the rapidly changing situation, as we pull together to battle the Covid-19 Global pandemic. We will take our guidance from the government updates and advice.
- [Sixty Second Briefing from Ian Surtees, Chief Executive Officer Vertas Group Limited](https://vertas.co.uk/sixty-second-briefing-from-ian-surtees-chief-executive-officer-vertas-group-limited/) - Firstly I want to assure you that responding to this outbreak of Coronavirus COVID-19 is my absolute priority at this time. I am briefing my leadership team round the clock and taking decisive action to safeguard the wellbeing of all colleagues and continuity of service for our clients. As and when new information comes in,
- [Coronavirus Update](https://vertas.co.uk/coronavirus-update/) - During this exceptionally difficult time we want to reassure everyone about the measures we are putting in place to help mitigate the risks of the spread of the Coronavirus across the globe. We're in frequent contact with the 3,000 plus members of the Vertas Family to ensure our colleagues stay safe and healthy. With the
- [Vertas Supports Combat2Coffee as they Hit the Ground Running](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-supports-combat2coffee-as-they-hit-the-ground-running/) - On Friday 14th February, Combat2Coffee opened their coffee station at Spokeworx in Ipswich, aiming to support Armed Forces veterans who may be struggling with life outside of service. As a company who has signed the Armed Forces Covenant, Vertas are proud to support this organisation which raises money for veterans via the charity Combat
- [Ipswich Town Football Club Waste Signing](https://vertas.co.uk/ipswich-town-football-club-waste-signing/) - Facility management provider, Vertas Environmental (waste and recycling division of Vertas Group Limited) and Sackers have partnered up to deliver sustainable waste solutions for Ipswich Town Football Club to make the club more sustainable. Jointly we won the contract in January 2020 and are providing around 40 large commercial wheelie bins for the mixed
- [Need to Talk? We've got Time to Talk.](https://vertas.co.uk/need-to-talk-weve-got-time-to-talk/) - Vertas Group Limited are actively working towards the goal of ending the stigma around mental health and supporting colleagues experiencing any issues with their own mental health. We became the first facilities management company in East Anglia to sign the Time to Change pledge back in October and have now launched a Mental Health First
- [Are your Energy Bills Correct?](https://vertas.co.uk/are-your-energy-bills-correct/) - Yesterday’s news that the UK’s second largest energy supplier, will have to pay £8.9m after sending inaccurate bills highlights how often incorrect bills are being sent. Although they are a domestic supplier, the same thing often happens in the commercial sector too. It’s not easy to estimate your energy bill as the sector sees
- [Vertas Director Helps Launch Women's Tour Final Stage](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-director-helps-launch-womens-tour-final-stage/) - Suffolk to host final stage of The Women’s Tour in 2020 The world’s top cyclists will return to Suffolk this June as the county hosts the final stage of The Women’s Tour on Saturday 13 June. It will be the first time that Suffolk has hosted the final stage of The Women’s Tour since 2014,
- [Will New Carbon Regulations Hit Your Business?](https://vertas.co.uk/will-new-carbon-regulations-hit-your-business/) - New legislation around the reporting of energy consumption and carbon emissions means that over 11,000 UK businesses and third-sector organisations will be legally required to report their consumption and emissions publicly each year. Organisations that answer yes to two or more of the questions below will be affected. Do you employ more than 250 people?
- [Revenue growth of 34% sees Vertas rise to 22nd spot in Suffolk Limited Report 2019](https://vertas.co.uk/impressive-growth-vertas-suffolk100/) - Vertas Group Limited's impressive revenue growth of 34% sees the group move up to number 22 of the top 100 in the Suffolk Limited Report 2019. Ian Surtees MBA FIoD, Chief Executive Officer of Vertas Group Limited says: "The group's revenue has increased from circa £51m to circa £69m and this is accompanied by an
- [We're Supporting the 2020 Suffolk stage of the Women’s Tour](https://vertas.co.uk/were-supporting-the-2020-suffolk-stage-of-the-womens-tour/) - Today we've been announced as a supporting partner for the Women’s Tour stage in Suffolk for 2020, joining the Palmer Group who signed a two-year partnership in 2019. The race will be returning to Suffolk in 2020, bringing the UCI Women’s World Tour event to the county for the sixth time in its seven-year history.
- [Finalists announced for fifth annual Making the Difference Awards](https://vertas.co.uk/finalists-announced-for-fifth-annual-making-the-difference-awards/) - The Vertas Making the Difference Awards shortlist has been announced for our 2020 event. We had a huge number of fantastic nomination stories about our dedicated colleagues and teams across the Vertas family which were carefully considered by a judging panel made up of the CEO and Board of Directors. The event, which is fully-funded by
- [Vertas Chef Cooks up Success](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-chef-cooks-up-success/) - We are delighted to announce that Shaun Cooper, Head of Kitchen at Jane Austen College in Norwich, is through to the East of England regional final of the LACA School Chef of the Year (SCOTY) 2020 competition. The event, sponsored by McDougalls, is on Tuesday 21st January 2020 at Premier Foods, St Albans. Entrants have
- [Gold Eat Out Eat Well Awards](https://vertas.co.uk/gold-eat-out-eat-well-awards/) - The Constable Restaurant at Endeavour House and the Atrium Café at Landmark House have successfully achieved gold Eat Out Eat Well awards. This is the highest level of the award developed to reward caterers who make it easier for their customers to make healthy choices. The Eat Out Eat Well award is assessed by a
- [Vertas and Suffolk Mind Put Their Heads Together to End Mental Health Discrimination](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-and-suffolk-mind-put-their-heads-together-to-end-mental-health-discrimination/) - Vertas Group Limited has become the first facilities management company in East Anglia to sign the Time to Change Employer Pledge, demonstrating its commitment to ending Mental Health Discrimination. The Suffolk-based group, which employs 3,000 people nationally, was pleased to welcome Jon Neal, Chief Executive of Suffolk Mind to give a presentation and witness Group
- [First '& Coffee' Concept Cafe Now Open in Plympton Co-op](https://vertas.co.uk/first-coffee-concept-cafe-now-open-in-plympton-co-op/) - The kettle's now on at the Co-op in Plympton, Plymouth as it became the first store in the country to welcome Co-op's new concept coffee shop, & Coffee, on Friday 30 August. The guests of honour who officially opened the coffee shop were Councillor Patrick Nicholson, Chairman of Plympton Community Council Rose Hamley, and Youth
- [Preparations for Brexit](https://vertas.co.uk/preparations-for-brexit/) - Brexit Vertas Group Limited, and its educational brands ‘eats’ and ‘Vive’, freshly prepares approximately 40,000 meals daily for school children and college students across East Anglia. The group’s commercial catering arm ‘Churchill Catering’ runs operations at around 50 UK sites, including Forestry England sites. Since 2016 Vertas has been liaising closely with our supply chain
- [Supporting the Greenest County](https://vertas.co.uk/supporting-the-greenest-county/) - On Wednesday 17th July, Karen Burrowes (Head of Central Services) and Kate Innes (Head of HR) from Vertas attended the Creating the Greenest County Awards, which Vertas proudly sponsored. Held at Snape Maltings, the awards aimed to recognise the businesses, individuals, voluntary organisations, schools and communities that are working hard to combat the climate emergency
- [Coasters and Striders Supporting Cancer Research UK](https://vertas.co.uk/coasters-and-striders-supporting-cancer-research-uk/) - In April our CEO proudly announced this year's fundraising events. Following the success of last year's sky dive, bike ride and walk, the Vertas directors planned to once again raise money for the nominated charity Cancer Research UK (CRUK). For 2019's events, a bike ride and walk were chosen, with them taking place in July and
- [Vertas and Schools' Choice Sponsor Raising the Bar Awards](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-schools-choice-sponsor-suffolks-education-champions/) - On Wednesday 10 July, Vertas and Schools' Choice attended the inspirational Raising the Bar Awards at Wherstead Park. The evening saw children, young people, and educational leaders come together to celebrate the educational achievements of the county. Vertas and Schools' Choice sponsored the Educational Leader and Setting of the Year awards; which recognises an educational
- [New Cafe for Riverside in Chelmsford](https://vertas.co.uk/paddy-and-scotts/) - Making a splash at the launch of our Paddy and Scott's cafe at the newly revamped Riverside Leisure Centre in Chelmsford. Amazing team work from all at Churchill Catering, Vertas, Paddy and Scott's and Chelmsford City Council.
- [Co-op and Churchill Catering come Together over Coffee](https://vertas.co.uk/co-op-churchill-catering-together-coffee/) - Vertas Group Limited’s commercial catering brand Churchill Catering has been awarded a concession deal to revamp and relaunch ten coffee shops around Great Britain, within Co-op’s convenience store portfolio. Operating under the new brand name ‘& Coffee’, the shops will be redesigned to act as a community hub, stocking locally produced products. The shops will
- [Golfers’ Generosity Totals £2,185 for Cancer Charity](https://vertas.co.uk/golfers-generosity-totals-2185-for-cancer-charity/) - The Vertas Charity Golf Day has raised £2,185 for our charity of the year, Cancer Research UK. On 7th June sixty-five golfers, representing 17 local and national businesses, bought ‘Mulligans’ which gave them a second go at a shot, raffle tickets and bid in a live auction. Now in its second year, the day was hosted
- [Thank You to Lyceum Team](https://vertas.co.uk/thank-you-to-our-colleagues-at-the-lyceum/) - We've been thanked by our clients Ambassador Theatre Group for the deep clean we carried out at the dressing rooms at the Lyceum Theatre in London, home to Disney's The Lion King. As we in the Vertas Family say: “Hakuna Matata”. Here's the team with a little gesture of our appreciation!
- [Recycling Accolade as Scales are Tipped](https://vertas.co.uk/accolade-recycling-tips-scales/) - Vertas Environmental, the recycling and waste arm of Vertas Group, has received an award from Beccles-based supply partner Citrus Security Shredding, as the volume of confidential paper recycled passes 50,000 kilos. Citrus and Vertas Environmental have worked in partnership since 2016 to create a bespoke offer so that schools and small businesses in Suffolk and
- [Vertas Strikes RoSPA Gold at First Attempt](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-strikes-rospa-gold/) - Vertas has been handed a prestigious RoSPA award in recognition of its practices and achievements in helping its staff and customers get home safely at the end of the working day. The national facilities management group has achieved a Gold in the internationally-renowned RoSPA Health and Safety Awards, the longest-running industry awards scheme in the
- [Vertas Supporting Cancer Research UK for Third Year](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-supporting-cancer-research-uk-for-third-year/) - Vertas Decides to Support Cancer Research UK charity for Third Year The ten category winners and twenty runners up at the fourth annual Vertas Making the Difference Staff Awards at Milsoms Kesgrave Hall weren’t the only ones celebrating on Friday night. Vertas Group Limited Chief Executive Officer Ian Surtees announced to 180 guests - made up
- [Newmarket Academy Head of Kitchen Takes Top Accolade](https://vertas.co.uk/head-kitchen-newmarket-academy/) - Head of Kitchen at Newmarket Academy, Victoria Sear has scooped the prestigious Employee of the Year title in the Vertas Making the Difference Staff Awards, beating off stiff competition from a record 340 employees nominated. Newly crowned Victoria Sear was nominated by Nick Froy, Principal at Newmarket Academy with the following commendation: “Vicky is an
- [Passenger Transport Team Drive Off with Top Accolade](https://vertas.co.uk/passenger-transport-team/) - The Vertas Passenger Transport Team has scooped the prestigious Team of the Year title in the Vertas Making the Difference Staff Awards, beating off stiff competition from a record 340 employees nominated. The newly crowned team was nominated by their line manager, Head of Passenger Transport and Fleet, Martyn Kenworth with the following commendation: “The
- [Vertas Makes Veg Pledge](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-makes-veg-pledge/) - Vertas has joined the campaign to get the UK eating more veg. Our commitment comes as Veg Power launches 'Eat Them to Defeat Them', a radical new advertising campaign to get kids eating more vegetables. Independent think tank the Food Foundation estimates that for every three meals eaten out and on-the-go, we consume an average
- [Vertas Family Saddened by Loss of Liz Palmer](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-family-saddened-by-loss-of-liz-palmer/) - It is with great sadness we announce Liz Palmer, Head of Kitchen at Forest Academy Brandon, passed away peacefully with family by her side at St Nicholas Hospice on the 21st December after her battle with cancer. Liz had spent her time with us as a Relief Head of Kitchen and as a permanent Head
- [New Film Showcases Grounds Passion and Capabilities](https://vertas.co.uk/new-film-showcases-passion-and-capabilities-of-grounds-division/)
- [Pure Shot of Film Magic to Announce New Serving](https://vertas.co.uk/pure-shot-of-film-magic-to-announce-new-serving/)
- [Jo Lardent Chosen as one of Grant Thornton Faces of a Vibrant Economy](https://vertas.co.uk/jo-lardent-100-faces-vibrant-economy/) - Grant Thornton unveils 2018 Faces of a Vibrant Economy Campaign highlights leaders who inspire by example and show how better business can be done Vertas Group Commercial Director Jo Lardent has been chosen as one of Grant Thornton’s 100 Faces of a Vibrant Economy, one of just three ‘faces’ based in Suffolk. As part of
- [Vertas and Imtech agree £30M ME&E contract](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-imtech-contract/) - Vertas has awarded Imtech Inviron a £30 million Mechanical, Engineering and Electrical (ME&E) contract for five years for work across its client base, which includes the Suffolk County Council estate, after a competitive tender. Mobilisation began in July with the contract commencing in September. The five-year deal, worth around £6 million per annum, covers a
- [Vertas and ITFC's Toto Stride Out for #FitnessDay](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-toto-fitnessday-st-margarets/) - The Vertas-backed East Anglian Go Kids campaign celebrated National Fitness Day (26 September) with newly-signed ITFC Player Toto Nsiala leading The Daily Mile at St Margaret’s School in Ipswich. Check out the full article and video on the East Anglian Daily Times website. After presenting special certificates and stickers Toto, who signed for Town on a
- [Regional Schools Commissioner Attending Inaugural Vertas and Schools' Choice Conference](https://vertas.co.uk/regional-schools-commissioner-conference-ipswich/) - Vertas Group Limited, and its specialist education support company Schools’ Choice, will jointly host its first education conference aimed at trustees and board members of multi-academy trusts. Education leaders from across the region are keenly awaiting a keynote speech from Regional Schools Commissioner Sue Baldwin, where she will share her view on the strategic role of
- [Vertas bolsters security offer with Oakpark acquisition](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-bolsters-security-offer-with-oakpark-acquisition/) - Vertas Group has bought Colchester-based Oakpark Security Systems Ltd; expanding and strengthening its current security service offering. Oakpark, the multi-million pound business operates over 500 contracts across East of England and specialises in a range of security-related services; such as mobile patrols, CCTV monitoring, keyholding, secure locking and unlocking, resilience consultancy and much more. Oakpark
- [Schools’ Choice Chosen as Sage for Education Partner](https://vertas.co.uk/schools-choice-chosen-as-sage-for-education-partner/) - Schools’ Choice, part of the Vertas group, has been chosen by Sage, the global market leader for integrated accounting, payroll, and payment systems, to be its largest UK partner in the launch and support of new product ‘Sage for Education’. This new service will help schools and academies nationwide access and utilise Sage’s new software package, designed
- [5,200 Feet Up and 13,000 Feet Down For Cancer Charity](https://vertas.co.uk/5200-feet-up-and-13000-feet-down-for-cancer-charity/) - A trio of Vertas directors’ fundraising events has concluded with teams taking on the Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge during the heatwave, and an exhilarating skydive at Beccles airfield. In April, chief executive officer Ian Surtees and his team of ‘Vertas Coasters’ completed a three-day coast to coast cycle ride, raising £2,200. As the mercury hit 26
- [ACQUISITION SEES VERTAS BECOME NATIONAL PLAYER](https://vertas.co.uk/acquisition-sees-vertas-become-national-player/) - Vertas Group Limited has completed the acquisition of Churchill Catering Limited in a deal which sees it become a national contract catering provider. To date Vertas’ food proposition has primarily focused on the education sector, with 40,000 meals prepared daily for school children and college students across East Anglia. The merger with Churchill Catering sees
- [Our Transport Service for Priory School](https://vertas.co.uk/our-transport-service-for-priory-school/) - "It has been a really successful project seeing improvements in pupil behaviour and learning.” Lawrence Chapman, Headteacher Priory School"
- [We're Offering ‘Step Up’ to Young People with Inspire Suffolk](https://vertas.co.uk/were-offering-step-up-to-young-people-with-inspire-suffolk/) - Young people across the region will get to benefit from a new scheme to help them learn hospitality skills thanks to a superb new partnership between Vertas, charity Inspire Suffolk, and hotel group TA Hotel Collection. Inspire Suffolk’s two-week Step Up programme, funded by the New Anglia LEP, aims to provide young people aged 16-24, the opportunity to
- [‘VERTAS COASTERS’ STEER £2.2K TOWARDS CANCER CHARITY](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-coasters-steer-2-2k-towards-cancer-charity/) - An intrepid team of fundraising cyclists, led by Vertas Group Limited Chief Executive Ian Surtees, has overcome unseasonal sleet, 30mph wind and thick fog to cycle Coast to Coast for Cancer Research UK. Dipping their bike wheels in the Irish Sea on 10 April at the Cumbrian town of Workington, the team members finished 150 miles
- [Cargo Goes Plastic Free* Fuelled by Paddy and Scott's](https://vertas.co.uk/cargo-goes-plastic-free-fuelled-by-paddy-and-scotts/) - Cargo cafe in the University of Suffolk Waterfront Building relaunches Monday 16 April with Paddy and Scott’s coffee, a fresh new look and significant moves towards sustainability. Both Vertas and Paddy and Scott’s pride themselves on their commitment to sustainability. As proud environment champions Paddy and Scott’s were the first UK coffee company to introduce recyclable coffee packaging as standard across
- [East Anglian Go Kids Launches](https://vertas.co.uk/east-anglian-go-kids-launches/) - We've teamed up The Daily Mile Foundation, Ipswich Town Football Club, East Anglian Daily Times, East of England Co-op and Suffolk County Council to launch East Anglian Go Kids. East Anglian Go Kids promotes a holistic, healthy lifestyle at an early age, encouraging healthy eating and exercise. The campaign aims to do this by highlighting
- [Vertas cleans up with £2.9M Skanska Contract](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-cleans-up-with-2-9m-skanska-contract/) - Vertas Group Limited has agreed a contract to deliver an integrated soft facilities management services solution to five Essex schools built and operated by Skanska, until 31st December 2021. The contract starts on 1st April 2018 and will see Vertas providing Woodlands School, Castle View School, Cornelius Vermuyden School, Columbus School and College with cleaning, grounds maintenance,
- [Vertas Wraps Up Purchase of MMB Environmental](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-wraps-up-purchase-of-mmb-environmental/) - Vertas Group Limited has acquired a majority stake in million-pound waste management and pest control business MMB Environmental. The purchase comes as Vertas Group moves to become a Total Facilities Management (TFM) provider. The Warwickshire-based company will be rebranded as Vertas Environmental and will enhance other FM services the group offers, such as property management,
- [Vertas Staff Awards Provide Ideal Backdrop to Charity Announcement](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-staff-awards-provide-ideal-backdrop-to-charity-announcement/) - The ten category winners and twenty runners up at the third annual Vertas Making the Difference Staff Awards at Milsoms Kesgrave Hall weren’t the only ones celebrating on Friday night (2 March 2018.) Vertas Group Limited Chief Executive Officer Ian Surtees announced to 160 guests - made up of staff, clients and partners - that the group
- [Sudbury Primary School Produces Bake Off Winner](https://vertas.co.uk/sudbury-primary-school-produces-bake-off-winner/) - A food service assistant from St Gregory CEVC Primary School in Sudbury has beaten off stiff competition from fellow Vertas staff to be crowned winner of the Vertas Bake Off 2018. With a stunning Chocolate Ganache Sponge, Carla Graham, dashed the hopes of the ten other contestants as she seized victory. This was the second year that
- [Verse Shortlisted for Prestigious Public Finance Award](https://vertas.co.uk/verse-shortlisted-for-prestigious-public-finance-award/) - Verse, the joint venture between Vertas, Forest Heath and St Edmundsbury Councils, has reached the finals of The Public Finance Innovation Awards 2018. The awards, now in their second year, recognise the people, products and services that demonstrate excellence and originality within public finance and governance. The winners will be announced at an awards ceremony
- [​Finalists announced for third annual Making the Difference Awards](https://vertas.co.uk/​finalists-announced-for-third-annual-making-the-difference-awards/) - The Vertas Making the Difference Staff Awards shortlist has been announced for the 2018 event. Over 230 nominations were received from across the Vertas business and considered by a judging panel made up of the CEO and Board of Directors. The process allowed the panel to carefully deliberate on a vast array of nominations to
- [£2k donated to Cancer Research UK through Energy for Good partnership](https://vertas.co.uk/2k-donated-to-cancer-research-uk-through-energy-for-good-partnership/) - Cancer Research UK has received a £2,000 donation from Vertas and Energy for Good; made possible through Energy for Good’s not-for-profit energy procurement framework. Vertas’ Energy team sought the expertise of Energy for Good when seeking out a new tender for their gas and electricity provision; as they hold the only not-for-profit tender framework available
- [Verse sponsors Abbeycroft Leisure West Suffolk Sports Awards](https://vertas.co.uk/verse-sponsors-abbeycroft-leisure-west-suffolk-sports-awards/) - The inaugural West Suffolk Sports Awards, sponsored by Greene King, took place in St Edmundsbury Cathedral last night, in front of a packed audience, with Sally Gunnell OBE as the guest speaker. This was the first joint sports awards for West Suffolk, delivered by Abbeycroft Leisure on behalf of St Edmundsbury and Forest Heath councils,
- [Nominations now open for third annual Vertas Making the Difference Awards](https://vertas.co.uk/nominations-now-open-for-third-annual-vertas-making-the-difference-awards/) - Clients, customers and staff of Vertas can now vote for their number one Vertas employees and teams to be recognised at the annual Making the Difference Staff Awards. Now in its third year, the Making the Difference Staff Awards were established to recognise the ongoing commitment of colleagues across the business who are going above
- [Vertas 'Large Business' finalists at EADT Business Awards 2017](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-large-business-finalists-at-eadt-business-awards-2017/) - Vertas has made it through the second round of judging for EADT Business Awards 2017 and is one of three finalists within the Large Business category. The news comes after Large Business category sponsor, Scrutton Bland visited Vertas to find out more about the company and its submission. The judge was impressed by what Vertas
- [Vertas invests in Summer hydration campaign for colleagues](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-invests-in-summer-hydration-campaign-for-colleagues/) - Vertas is encouraging its 2,300 colleagues to stay hydrated this Summer with an all new Hydration Station, free locally sourced fruit and branded water bottles for staff. The newly fitted station at Vertas’ Head Office comes equipped with two large Kilner Jars dispensing water infused with lemons and limes, cucumber and mint. Fresh fruit from
- [Vertas invests in Norfolk school catering](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-invests-in-norfolk-school-catering/) - Vertas has bolstered its presence in Norfolk by saving schools money and pledging to shake up catering for good, with improvements to food quality, standards and service. The fast-growing facilities management provider has entered partnerships with 12 schools in and around Norwich to improve the catering service, increase meal uptake, and save the school running
- [Vertas crowned finalists for two Cost Sector Catering Awards](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-crowned-finalists-for-two-cost-sector-catering-awards/) - Vertas has been successfully shortlisted for two awards at the upcoming Cost Sector Catering Awards 2017. The event which takes place at the Hilton, London Metropole on Thursday 20th April 2017 has been dubbed the 'highlight of the foodservice and catering calendar'. The prestigious annual awards ceremony offers a fantastic opportunity to celebrate industry innovators. Vertas made two
- [Vertas bolsters cleaning offer with Diamond View acquisition](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-bolsters-cleaning-offer-with-diamond-view-acquisition/) - The Vertas Group has responded to demand in growth by acquiring successful business venture, Diamond View Cleaning Solutions (DVCS), bolstering its commercial and domestic cleaning offer. DVCS, an Ipswich-based external cleaning company, founded and led by Stephen Whiting is set to grow the specialist cleaning element within Vertas; bringing benefit to its clients, current and
- [First ever eats & Vive Cambridgeshire Catering Roadshow](https://vertas.co.uk/first-ever-eats-vive-cambridgeshire-catering-roadshow/) - Vertas is growing rapidly and as part of that growth the business is working closer with clients across the Cambridgeshire area. To celebrate our increased catering presence in schools and businesses around Cambridgeshire we have organised a Catering Roadshow to showcase our offer. You know your school. We know catering - we work as your
- [New home to school transport model launched for SEN students](https://vertas.co.uk/new-home-to-school-transport-model-launched-for-sen-students/) - In a bid to improve the quality of home to school transport services for those with Special Educational Needs, Suffolk County Council has enlisted the support of Vertas to offer an innovative and sole-provider travel solution. The Priory School in Bury St Edmunds will be the first school in the county to benefit from the
- [Great Vertas Bake Off winner crowned](https://vertas.co.uk/great-vertas-bake-off-winner-crowned/) - Sarah Thorp, from Alde Valley Academy was crowned the winner of the first ever Great Vertas Bake Off with her signature Carrot Cake. The competition, which took place at Sybil Andrews Academy welcomed eight Vertas contestants from across the business who created their signature bakes against the clock for the winning title. Sarah Thorp impressed
- [Healthy uptake of pioneering Pick & Mix school meals](https://vertas.co.uk/healthy-uptake-of-pioneering-pick-mix-school-meals/) - The company behind the primary school catering brand ‘Eats’, has reported as much as a 25% increase in the uptake of school meals after the implementation of its innovative Pick & Mix offer. Vertas was first to the market in East Anglia with the establishment of Pick & Mix; following the introduction of Universal Free
- [Shortlisted nominees announced for Making the Difference Awards 2017](https://vertas.co.uk/shortlisted-nominees-announced-for-making-the-difference-awards-2017/) - Following the inaugural and very successful Making the Difference Staff Awards in 2016, the Vertas Group is delighted to announce the shortlisted nominees for the 2017 event. Over 180 nominations were received across all service and geographical areas of the Vertas business and were all carefully considered to arrive at three nominees for each of
- [Vertas sponsors School Food Plan Award at EDUcatering Excellence Awards](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-sponsors-school-food-plan-award-at-educatering-excellence-awards/) - The Vertas Group proudly sponsored the School Food Plan Award at the EDUcatering Excellence Awards 2016. The EDUcatering finalists, judges and sponsors came together on Monday 17th October for the annual Awards where this year’s winners were revealed. Guests enjoyed a sumptuous three course meal prepared by the staff at the luxurious Royal Garden Hotel
- [Awards Nominations open and Headline Sponsor announced](https://vertas.co.uk/awards-nominations-open-and-headline-sponsor-announced/) - To celebrate the opening of nominations for the second annual Making the Difference Awards, the Vertas Group is excited to announce McCain Foods as the 2017 headline sponsor. The supplier-funded awards create an opportunity for colleagues within the Vertas Group to be recognised for their ongoing commitment to the company. We are searching out those
- [Vertas invests in Toro for professional Grounds finish](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-invests-in-toro-for-professional-grounds-finish/) - Fast-growing facilities management provider, Vertas Group Limited’s grounds division has recently invested in the adaptable Toro T4240 high-output mower to deliver a “professional service” for its customers. Vertas provide services to schools and businesses in Suffolk and across East Anglia and their grounds team, which primarily maintains sports fields for schools, football and rugby clubs, decided
- [Five-year café deal signed with University of Suffolk](https://vertas.co.uk/five-year-cafe-deal-signed-with-university-of-suffolk/) - The Vertas Group has successfully secured a five-year contract worth over £1m with University of Suffolk (UOS) to regenerate and operate the onsite café. Vertas’ catering and graphic design experts presented to a panel of six at UOS to demonstrate the many reasons why the University should choose Vertas as its catering and hospitality provider
- [​Vertas Group Limited sign three year strategic partnership with Ipswich Town Football Club](https://vertas.co.uk/​vertas-group-limited-sign-three-year-strategic-partnership-with-ipswich-town-football-club/) - The leading multi-service facilities management provider in East Anglia; Vertas Group Limited, has signed a three-year partnership deal with Suffolk’s favourite football team, Ipswich Town Football Club. After a meeting with senior teams from both organisations it was quickly realised that there were many similarities in the ways in which both ITFC and Vertas operated.
- [Third year of sponsorship for successful Raising the Bar Awards](https://vertas.co.uk/third-year-of-sponsorship-for-successful-raising-the-bar-awards/) - Vertas Group Limited is supporting Suffolk's leading educational improvement and attainment programme - Raising the Bar, by sponsoring for a third year their annual Awards event. The event sets out to recognise the dedication and hard work demonstrated on a daily basis by our county's children, young people, teachers, support staff and others. This year
- [New-look café, crazy golf and postal service on world’s longest pleasure pier](https://vertas.co.uk/new-look-cafe-crazy-golf-and-postal-service-on-worlds-longest-pleasure-pier/) - A fully refurbished café, crazy golf, pop-up beach huts and a new pier-head postal service are being introduced on Southend Pier ahead of what is hoped will be a bumper summer for the town. The café at the Royal Pavilion on the pier head is to re-open this week after an extensive refurbishment by its
- [Vertas shows its support for Cambridge in Football Club match sponsorship](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-shows-its-support-for-cambridge-in-football-club-match-sponsorship/) - In aid of Vertas' march into its neighbouring county, Cambridgeshire; the fast-growing facilities management provider is showing its support for the City of Cambridge by sponsoring the Cambridge United Football Club match against Morecambe Football Club on Tuesday 19th April 2016. Look out for the Vertas presence at the game which kicks off at 7.45pm
- [Vertas raises £4.9k for East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-raises-4-9k-for-east-anglias-childrens-hospices/) - Local building services provider, Vertas Group donates £4,893.38 to East Anglia’s Children’s Hospice (EACH) in final closing out support for the charity. Vertas has supported EACH since late 2013; helping raise money for the charity and promoting the fantastic work it does in supporting families, children and young people who are living with life-threatening conditions
- [Staggering success at first ever Vertas Staff Awards](https://vertas.co.uk/staggering-success-at-first-ever-vertas-staff-awards/) - Over 130 guests gathered for an evening of entertainment and celebration at the first ever Vertas: Making the Difference Staff Awards ceremony. The black tie event was born out of the aim to truly recognise Vertas’ employees who demonstrate their unrivalled levels of commitment, innovation and service excellence whilst carrying out their role. The awards
- [Vertas extends its catering offer to iconic Southend Pier](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-extends-its-catering-offer-to-iconic-southend-pier/) - Vertas, a leading multi-service company specialising in catering across the East of England, will take over running the café at the Royal Pavilion at the Pier Head from Monday 8th February. The firm is set to boost this key part of the Pavilion with considerable investment, leading to more choice and better refreshments for all
- [A Gold win on the menu for Vertas at Eat Out, Eat Well launch](https://vertas.co.uk/a-gold-win-on-the-menu-for-vertas-at-eat-out-eat-well-launch/) - Vertas wins Gold at newly launched Eat Out, Eat Well Award for the catering service at Endeavour House in Ipswich. The Eat Out, Eat Well initiative was today launched at the Suffolk Healthier Food Award event at Center Parcs, Elveden Forest. The launch was attended by business owners, councillors, and agriculture representatives. The event encouraged
- [Vertas continues its march into Norfolk with £1m schools win](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-continues-its-march-into-norfolk-with-1m-schools-win/) - Vertas has continued its march into Norfolk with the recently won contract worth nearly £1m to provide catering services to a group of Norfolk schools. The Vertas Group will provide catering at Hobart High School in Loddon, as well for the Loddon Primary Federation, which includes Loddon Infant and Loddon Junior schools. The contract began
- [Vertas becomes a Suffolk Business Ambassador as part of the Inward Investment programme](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-becomes-a-suffolk-business-ambassador-as-part-of-the-inward-investment-programme/) - Jo Lardent, Group Commercial Director has joined the Inward Investment Ambassadors (IIA) programme with other high profile business leaders and professionals to become Suffolk Business Ambassadors. Suffolk Chamber of Commerce and Suffolk County Council have joined forces to launch a programme which encourages more businesses than ever to invest in the county. The Inward
- [Vertas Open House launch event success](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-open-house-launch-event-success/) - Vertas opened its doors officially to celebrate the recent move to a new office and complete company rebrand. Vertas Group Limited, formerly known as Eastern Facilities Management Solutions (EFMS) is a Suffolk-based employer of over 2,000 staff in Suffolk, Norfolk, Cambridgeshire and Essex. The open event created an opportunity for Vertas to officially mark the
- [Success for new catering brand ‘Vive’ at Suffolk One](https://vertas.co.uk/success-for-new-catering-brand-vive-at-suffolk-one/) - Vertas Group Limited, the fastest growing East Anglian facilities management provider has successfully mobilised a new soft Total Facilities Management (TFM) contract at Suffolk One in Ipswich. Services including; student, staff and visitor catering, cleaning, grounds, concierge and security. Locally based facilities provider Vertas successfully beat other regional and national companies to provide a TFM
- [Vertas moves to Beacon House - the journey from start to finish](https://vertas.co.uk/vertas-moves-to-beacon-house-the-journey-from-start-to-finish/) - Vertas begun operating at Beacon House on the Landmark Business Park on 1st September 2015. Working with local interior designers Source One, in just three months Vertas transformed the disused office space into a bright, modern and professional place of work. You can see our journey from start to finish on our Flickr page, click
- [Fast growing local FM provider undergoes major transformation](https://vertas.co.uk/fast-growing-local-fm-provider-undergoes-major-transformation/) - Suffolk-based facilities management provider and Suffolk County Council’s wholly owned subsidiary; Eastern Facilities Management Solutions Ltd (EFMS) has had a complete makeover, resulting in a new name, new website and new home. EFMS which will be known as Vertas from 1st September 2015 has undergone major changes over the last few months; allowing the business to
- [New chapter and Verse as councils set up commercial company](https://vertas.co.uk/new-chapter-and-verse-as-councils-set-up-commercial-company/) - A new commercial facilities management business is to be formed by two councils and a local provider; as they look to develop savings and income to help support key services in the future. Forest Heath District Council and St Edmundsbury Borough Council recognises that major Government funding is likely to continue to dwindle in the

## Pages

- [Homepage](https://vertas.co.uk/) - Vertas | Integrated Facilities Management UK
- [Team Profiles](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profiles/)
- [About Vertas](https://vertas.co.uk/about-vertas/)
- [Awards and Accreditations](https://vertas.co.uk/about-vertas/awards-and-accreditations/) - Awards and Accreditations Throughout Vertas Group, we strive to meet and exceed industry standards, ensuring our customers receive outstanding service. Our dedication has been recognised through numerous awards and accreditations, reflecting our commitment to delivering a first-class service.
- [Governance](https://vertas.co.uk/about-vertas/governance/)
- [Case Studies](https://vertas.co.uk/about-vertas/case-studies/)
- [Sustainability and Social Value](https://vertas.co.uk/sustainability-and-social-value/)
- [Vertas Nottinghamshire Payment Methods](https://vertas.co.uk/nottinghamshire-payment-methods/)
- [Vertas Nottinghamshire Limited](https://vertas.co.uk/nottinghamshire/)
- [Making the Difference Safely](https://vertas.co.uk/about-vertas/health-and-safety/)
- [Careers at Vertas](https://vertas.co.uk/careers-at-vertas/)
- [Photography and Promotional Marketing Consent](https://vertas.co.uk/photography-promotional-marketing-consent/)
- [Training](https://vertas.co.uk/property-management-training/)
- [Contact us](https://vertas.co.uk/contact-us/)
- [Making the Difference Awards 2022 – Winners Announced](https://vertas.co.uk/making-the-difference-awards-2022-winners-announced/)
- [Cookie Policy](https://vertas.co.uk/cookie-policy/)
- [Services](https://vertas.co.uk/services/)
- [Making the Difference Awards 2021 – Winners Announced](https://vertas.co.uk/making-the-difference-awards-2021-winners-announced/)
- [Making the Difference Awards 2021 Finalists](https://vertas.co.uk/making-the-difference-awards-2021-finalists/)
- [Making the Difference Awards 2021](https://vertas.co.uk/about-vertas/making-the-difference-awards-2021-nominations-open/)
- [Making the Difference Awards 2020 – Winners Announced](https://vertas.co.uk/2020awardwinners/)
- [Making the Difference Awards 2018 - Winners Announced](https://vertas.co.uk/awards-2018-winners/)
- [Making the Difference Awards 2019 - Winners Announced](https://vertas.co.uk/awards-2019-winners/)
- [Making the Difference Awards 2020](https://vertas.co.uk/making-the-difference-awards-2020-shortlist-announced/)
- [Recipes](https://vertas.co.uk/recipes/)
- [Energy Budgeting FY 2019/20](https://vertas.co.uk/energy-budgeting/)
- [Apply](https://vertas.co.uk/apply/)
- [Accreditations](https://vertas.co.uk/about-vertas/accreditations-2/)
- [Bolt-on Property Services](https://vertas.co.uk/bolt-on/)
- [Property Management Packages](https://vertas.co.uk/packages/)
- [Privacy Policy](https://vertas.co.uk/privacy-policy/) - Who we are Our website address is: https://vertas.co.uk. What personal data we collect and why we collect it Comments When visitors leave comments on the site we collect the data shown in the comments form, and also the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help spam detection. An anonymised string created from
- [Food Safety Training](https://vertas.co.uk/food-safety-training/)
- [Pool Cars](https://vertas.co.uk/pool-cars/)
- [Property Compliance Support Packages for Academies](https://vertas.co.uk/academies-compliance/)
- [Accreditations](https://vertas.co.uk/accreditations/)
- [Newsletter](https://vertas.co.uk/newsletter/)

## Team Profiles

- [Selena Ayling - Interim Managing Director, Opus](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/selena-ayling-interim-managing-director/)
- [Geoff Dobson - Non-Executive Director](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/geoff-dobson/)
- [Andy Bates - Commercial Director Concertus](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/andy-bates-commercial-director-concertus-design-property-consultant/)
- [Anna Cooksey - Head of Schools' Choice](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/anna-cooksey-head-of-schools-choice/)
- [Karen Burrowes - Operations Director](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/karen-burrowes/) - Head of Central Services
- [Ian Surtees MBA, FIoD - Group Chief Executive Officer](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/ian-surtees/)
- [Jo Spencer - Associate Director - Operations](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/jo-spencer/)
- [Chris Osborne - Associate Director of Catering and FM](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/chris-osborne-associate-director-of-catering-fm/)
- [Keith Buet - Chief Operating Officer](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/keith-buet/)
- [Zara Zurowski - Associate Director of People](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/zara-zurowski-head-of-culture-and-policy-people/)
- [Louise Enoch - Head of Legal](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/louise-enoch-head-of-legal/)
- [Louise Gilbert - Group Head of Financial, Planning and Analysis](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/louise-gilbert-group-head-of-financial-planning-and-analysis/)
- [Jonathan Miller - Associate Director of IT and Systems](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/jonathan-miller-group-associate-director-of-it-and-systems/)
- [Beth Wade - Head of Group Marketing](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/holly-smart-head-of-brand/)
- [Steve Collins - Associate Director of Cleaning and Specialist Services](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/steve-collins-associate-director-cleaning-specialist-services/)
- [Katie Dixon - Head of People Experience](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/katie-robinette-head-of-people-experience/)
- [Lee Howes - Head of Fleet and Passenger Services](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/lee-howes/)
- [Shaun Swan - Head of Grounds and Landscaping Services](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/shaun-swan/)
- [Jamie Smith - Group Chief Finance Officer](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/jamie-smith/)
- [Kate Innes - Group Chief People Officer](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/kate-innes/) - Head of HR
- [Matthew Self - Managing Director, Concertus](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/matt-self/)
- [Brad Sinclair - Managing Director, Opus](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/brad-sinclair/)
- [Robert Everitt - Non-Executive Director](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/robert-everitt-non-executive-director/)
- [Louise Wilson - Non-Executive Director](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/louise-wilson-non-executive-director/)
- [Duncan Johnson - Non-Executive Chair](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/duncan-johnson-chairman/)
- [Andrew Pemberton - Head of Business Development](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/andrew-pemberton-business-development-manager/)
- [Edward Smith - Head of Oakpark Security](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/edward-smith-head-of-oakpark-security/)
- [Mark Horner - Head of Vertas Environmental](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/mark-horner/)
- [Stephen Whiting - Head of Specialist Cleaning Services](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/stephen-whiting-head-of-external-cleaning/)
- [Sarah Layton - Group Head of Sustainability and Social Value](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/sarah-pennock-group-head-of-quality-and-sustainability/)
- [Lee Johns - Head of FM (SCC and WSC)](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/lee-johns-head-of-fm/)
- [Bill Farley - Head of Cleaning and Specialist Services](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/bill-farley/)
- [Adrian Glasgow - Head of Energy Services](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/adrian-glasgow/)
- [Stuart Sayers - Group Financial Controller](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/stuart-sayers-group-financial-controller/)
- [Rachel Shaw - Head of FM (VDL)](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/rachel-shaw-head-of-fm-services-derbyshire/)
- [Scott Welton - Head of Finance](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/scott-welton-head-of-finance/)
- [Dominic Warren - Group Head of Procurement](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/dominic-warren/)
- [Mark Benbow - Group Associate Director, HSQE](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/mark-benbow-group-associate-director-hsqe/)
- [Peter Sutton - Head of Oakpark Security](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/peter-sutton/)
- [Aaron Hughes - Group Head of People](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/aaron-hughes-head-of-people/)
- [Philippa Brathovde - New Business Strategy Manager](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/philippa-brathovde/)
- [Kirk Schartau - Operations Director, Concertus](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/kirk-schartau/)
- [Gary Knight - Commercial Director, Concertus](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/gary-knight/)
- [Selena Ayling - AD Managed Services, Opus](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/selena-ayling/)
- [Tom Brown - AD Business Services, Opus](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/tom-brown/)
- [Sam Goody - AD Commercial Services, Opus](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/sam-goody/)
- [Martyn Kenworthy - Head of Fleet and Passenger Transport](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/martyn-kenworthy/)
- [Karen Pardoe - Head of Education Catering](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/karen-pardoe/)
- [Julia Dolan - Head of Customer Relations](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/julia-dolan/) - Head of Schools' Choice
- [Amelia O'Hanlon](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/amelia-ohanlon/)
- [Andrew English](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/andrew-english/)
- [Patricia Mills](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/patricia-mills/)
- [Nina Whale](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/nina-whale/)
- [Edward Smith](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/edward-smith/)
- [Claire Rush](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/claire-rush/)
- [Adrian Eady](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/adrian-eady/)
- [Mark Dunningham](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/mark-dunningham/)
- [James Kennedy](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/james-kennedy/)
- [Andrew Bellamy](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/andrew-bellamy/)
- [Philip Middleditch](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/philip-middleditch/)
- [John Taylor](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/john-taylor/)
- [Norman Perry](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/norman-perry/)
- [Tim Clemons](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/tim-clemons/)
- [Alastair Munro](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/alastair-munro/)
- [Bev Jay](https://vertas.co.uk/team-profile/bev-jay/)

## Case studies

- [Churchill Catering – Saputo UK Case Study](https://vertas.co.uk/case-study/churchill-catering-saputo-uk-case-study/)
- [Churchill Catering – Forestry and Land Scotland Case Study](https://vertas.co.uk/case-study/churchill-catering-forestry-and-land-scotland-case-study/) - Forestry and Land Scotland manages forest parks across the country, welcoming visitors to dedicated hubs featuring cafés and community spaces.
- [DCS Sustainable Supply Chain Partnerships - Case Study](https://vertas.co.uk/case-study/dcs-sustainable-supply-chain-partnerships-case-study/) - At Vertas Group, our approach to sustainability is practical, measurable and collaborative. To meet our goal of achieving Net Zero GHG emissions by 2050.
- [Accent Fresh Sustainable Supply Chain Partnerships - Case Study](https://vertas.co.uk/case-study/accent-fresh-supply-chain-partnership-case-study/) - At Vertas Group, we are deeply committed to delivering sustainable services and driving positive environmental change across our supply chain.
- [Vertas Catering Across Suffolk and Norfolk – Case Study](https://vertas.co.uk/case-study/vertas-catering-across-suffolk-and-norfolk-case-study/) - Since entering the catering sector, Vertas has led the way in delivering fresh, innovative, and nutritious meals tailored to the evolving needs of schools.
- [Bedgebury Café – Churchill Catering Case Study](https://vertas.co.uk/case-study/bedgebury-cafe-bedgebury-national-pinetum-and-forest-case-study/) - In 2023, Forestry England awarded Churchill Catering, part of the Vertas Group, a ten-year contract to provide contract catering services at Bedgebury Cafe.
- [White Rose Academy Trust - Cleaning Case Study](https://vertas.co.uk/case-study/white-rose-academy-trust-cleaning-case-study/)
- [Vertas Swimming Service Case Study - Suffolk County Council](https://vertas.co.uk/case-study/vertas-swimming-service-case-study-suffolk-county-council/) - Vertas provides a comprehensive, administered swimming service to assist schools in meeting individual targets and fulfilling National Curriculum requirements.
- [Priory School – Passenger Transport Case Study](https://vertas.co.uk/case-study/priory-school-passenger-transport-case-study/)
- [The North Norfolk District Council - Energy Case Study – Saving £32,000](https://vertas.co.uk/case-study/the-north-norfolk-district-council-energy-case-study-saving-32000/)
- [Riverside Leisure Centre - Churchill Catering Case Study](https://vertas.co.uk/case-study/riverside-leisure-centre-churchill-catering-case-study/)
- [Colneis Primary School - Grounds Case Study](https://vertas.co.uk/case-study/colneis-primary-school-vertas-grounds-case-study/)
- [Diocese of Ely Multi Academy Trust - Education Management Case Study](https://vertas.co.uk/case-study/dioceses-of-ely-multi-academy-trust-education-management-case-study/)

## Services

- [County Enterprise Foods](https://vertas.co.uk/service/county-enterprise-foods-meal-delivery-service/) - At County Enterprise Foods, we specialise in providing a high-quality meal delivery service that brings freshly prepared, balanced meals straight to your home.
- [Environmental Services](https://vertas.co.uk/service/environmental-services/)
- [Passenger Transport](https://vertas.co.uk/service/passenger-transport/)
- [Contract Catering](https://vertas.co.uk/service/contract-catering/)
- [Landscape Services](https://vertas.co.uk/service/landscaping-services/)
- [Property Management](https://vertas.co.uk/service/property-management/)
- [Design and Property Consultancy](https://vertas.co.uk/service/design-and-property-consultancy/)
- [Recruitment Solutions](https://vertas.co.uk/service/recruitment-solutions/)
- [Swimming Services](https://vertas.co.uk/service/swimming-services/)
- [Reception & Concierge](https://vertas.co.uk/service/reception-and-concierge/)
- [Education Management](https://vertas.co.uk/service/education-management/)
- [Energy Management](https://vertas.co.uk/service/energy-management/)
- [Cleaning](https://vertas.co.uk/service/cleaning/)
- [Health and Safety Services](https://vertas.co.uk/service/health-and-safety-services/)
- [Courier and Postal](https://vertas.co.uk/service/courier-and-postal/)
- [Grounds Services](https://vertas.co.uk/service/grounds-services/)
- [Education Catering](https://vertas.co.uk/service/education-catering/)
- [Security](https://vertas.co.uk/service/security/)

## Companies

- [Vive](https://vertas.co.uk/company/vive/)
- [Eats](https://vertas.co.uk/company/eats/)
- [Verse Facilities Management Ltd](https://vertas.co.uk/company/verse/)
- [Diamond View](https://vertas.co.uk/company/diamond-view/)
- [Oakpark Security Systems Ltd](https://vertas.co.uk/company/oakpark-security-systems-ltd/)
- [Vertas Environmental](https://vertas.co.uk/company/vertas-environmental/)
- [Schools' Choice](https://vertas.co.uk/company/schools-choice/)
- [Caraway](https://vertas.co.uk/company/caraway/)

## Events

- [Launch of LifeWorks - New Employee Benefits Scheme](https://vertas.co.uk/event/launch-of-lifeworks-new-employee-benefits-scheme/)
- [Open House](https://vertas.co.uk/event/369/)
- [Vertas website launch](https://vertas.co.uk/event/vertas-website-launch/)

## Contacts

- [Vertas Group Helpdesk](https://vertas.co.uk/contact/vertas-group-helpdesk/)
- [HR and Recruitment Enquiries](https://vertas.co.uk/contact/hr-and-recruitment-enquiries/)
- [Journalist calls only](https://vertas.co.uk/contact/wendy-quantrill/)

## Categories

- [Uncategorised](https://vertas.co.uk/category/uncategorised/)
- [Education support](https://vertas.co.uk/category/education-support/)
- [Fitness](https://vertas.co.uk/category/fitness/)
- [propertyu](https://vertas.co.uk/category/propertyu/)
- [Coffee](https://vertas.co.uk/category/coffee/)
- [Catering](https://vertas.co.uk/category/catering/)
- [Grounds](https://vertas.co.uk/category/grounds/)
- [Awards](https://vertas.co.uk/category/awards/)
- [Passenger Transport](https://vertas.co.uk/category/passenger-transport/)
- [Charity](https://vertas.co.uk/category/charity/)
- [HSQE](https://vertas.co.uk/category/hsqe/)
- [Vertas Environmental](https://vertas.co.uk/category/vertas-environmental/)
- [Cleaning](https://vertas.co.uk/category/cleaning/)
- [Churchill Catering](https://vertas.co.uk/category/churchill-catering/)
- [Schools' Choice](https://vertas.co.uk/category/schools-choice/)
- [Team Wellbeing](https://vertas.co.uk/category/team-wellbeing/)
- [Energy](https://vertas.co.uk/category/energy/)
- [Cycling](https://vertas.co.uk/category/cycling/)
- [Vertas Derbyshire Limited](https://vertas.co.uk/category/vertas-derbyshire-limited/)

## Tags

- [Trustees](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/trustees/)
- [Ipswich](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/ipswich/)
- [Education](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/education/)
- [Multi-academy trusts](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/multi-academy-trusts/)
- [itfc](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/itfc/)
- [daily mile](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/daily-mile/)
- [fitness](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/fitness/)
- [fitness day](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/fitness-day/)
- [Property; contract; facilities management](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/property-contract-facilities-management/)
- [coffee](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/coffee/)
- [grounds](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/grounds/)
- [landscaping](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/landscaping/)
- [sports pitches](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/sports-pitches/)
- [veg power; food foundation](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/veg-power-food-foundation/)
- [staff awards](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/staff-awards/)
- [newmarket academy; staff awards](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/newmarket-academy-staff-awards/)
- [cancer research; charity](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/cancer-research-charity/)
- [RoSpa](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/rospa/)
- [healthy and safety](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/healthy-and-safety/)
- [recycling; award](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/recycling-award/)
- [disney](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/disney/)
- [the lion king](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/the-lion-king/)
- [ambassador theatre group](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/ambassador-theatre-group/)
- [cleaning](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/cleaning/)
- [chelmsford; ice skating; cafe; leisure centre](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/chelmsford-ice-skating-cafe-leisure-centre/)
- [co-op; coffee;](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/co-op-coffee/)
- [suffolk](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/suffolk/)
- [environment](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/environment/)
- [sustainability](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/sustainability/)
- [awards](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/awards/)
- [charity](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/charity/)
- [cycling](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/cycling/)
- [cancer research](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/cancer-research/)
- [fundraising](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/fundraising/)
- [charity walk](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/charity-walk/)
- [coast to coast](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/coast-to-coast/)
- [brexit](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/brexit/)
- [Coop](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/coop/)
- [Plympton](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/plympton/)
- [Plymouth](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/plymouth/)
- [Ridgeway](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/ridgeway/)
- [AndCoffee](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/andcoffee/)
- [Coffee Shop](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/coffee-shop/)
- [New Cafe](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/new-cafe/)
- [Time to Change Employer Pledge](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/time-to-change-employer-pledge/)
- [Ending Mental Health Discrimination in the workplace](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/ending-mental-health-discrimination-in-the-workplace/)
- [Eat out Eat Well Awards](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/eat-out-eat-well-awards/)
- [Vertas praised by Public Health England](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/vertas-praised-by-public-health-england/)
- [caterers helping customers to make healthy choices.](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/caterers-helping-customers-to-make-healthy-choices/)
- [School Chef of the Year](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/school-chef-of-the-year/)
- [Regional Final](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/regional-final/)
- [LACA](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/laca/)
- [SCOTY](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/scoty/)
- [Suffolk Limited](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/suffolk-limited/)
- [Grant Thornton](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/grant-thornton/)
- [Birketts](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/birketts/)
- [womens tour; cycling](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/womens-tour-cycling/)
- [inaccurate energy bills commercial sector](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/inaccurate-energy-bills-commercial-sector/)
- [bill validation](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/bill-validation/)
- [bill management](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/bill-management/)
- [coronavirus](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/coronavirus/)
- [Derbyshire](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/derbyshire/)
- [Suffolk Business Awards](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/suffolk-business-awards/)
- [School Gardening clubs](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/school-gardening-clubs/)
- [Vertas Green Fingers Gardening Club](https://vertas.co.uk/tag/vertas-green-fingers-gardening-club/)

## Region

- [HR, Payroll and Recruitment](https://vertas.co.uk/region/hr-payroll-recruitment/)
- [Press and Media Enquiries](https://vertas.co.uk/region/press-and-media-enquiries/)
- [Vertas Group Helpdesk](https://vertas.co.uk/region/vertas-group-helpdesk/)