SRA updates SLAPPs warning
We have updated our warning to solicitors about getting involved in abusive litigation aimed at silencing legitimate critics, known as strategic lawsuits against public participation (SLAPPs).
Updated: Mon Jun 03 2024
Thank you, APM volunteers
Association for Project Management (APM) is proud to have a diverse volunteer community that supports its work to develop and promote the project profession.
Updated: Mon Jun 03 2024
APM survey shows that 83% of SMEs have concerning skills gap in project management
Over 80% of small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) have been identified with skills shortages in project management and are facing calls to help tackle a lack of investment in training and upskilling, following a survey by APM.
Updated: Fri May 31 2024
The next UK government must make productivity its top priority
Raising productivity growth is the only way the UK will be able to meet its domestic and international objectives over the long term.
Updated: Fri May 31 2024
What are the first foreign affairs questions for the new government?
The next UK government will immediately be thrust onto the world stage with NATO and European summits in July. The campaign is a distraction but there are urgent questions to answer on foreign affairs, including Gaza.
Updated: Fri May 31 2024
A Modi election victory will see Indian foreign policy grow more assertive bringing risk and opportunity
India's democratic credentials have been reaffirmed during the election cycle. But an erosion of India's secular credentials could pose challenges for its global image.
Updated: Thu May 30 2024
A USSaudi deal deserves its own scrutiny, regardless of Israeli normalization
Any security deal would have significant implications for both countries and the Middle East. It deserves more serious attention than it has received so far.
Updated: Thu May 30 2024
APM Vice President discusses the future of the project Profession as he steps down from role
Paul Chapman, APM's Vice President since 2020, will step down from the role at the end of May 2024. Paul's involvement with APM has also seen him serve as a Board Trustee and volunteer.
Updated: Thu May 30 2024
State Opening of Parliament to take place on 17 July 2024
Parliament has been dissolved. The new Parliament has been called to meet on Tuesday 9 July 2024.
Updated: Thu May 30 2024
The EU elections will challenge Macrons leadership and influence
If his party is severely defeated at the European elections in June, the French president will find it harder than before to shape the EU's agenda.
Updated: Thu May 30 2024
The ICJ and ICC put Israel on notice but cannot stop the war
Confrontation with the courts shores up Netanyahu's supporter base - even as Israel's international isolation deepens.
Updated: Thu May 30 2024
Is the Kremlin behind Georgias foreign agents law?
Georgia has been captured by a tiny elite - and, one way or another, by Russia.
Updated: Tue May 28 2024
Rutos state visit spotlights Kenyas centrality to AfricaUS relations
President Joe Biden's choice of Kenya for a first African state visit in more than 15 years is no coincidence, but both countries must be clear on what is driving this increasing strategic dependence.
Updated: Fri May 24 2024
The Seoul AI summit should put local capacity at the heart of AI for international development
For the UK, backing the use of emerging technology for development goals should extend to support of local leadership and stewardship.
Updated: Thu May 23 2024
What does lower inflation mean for you?
An economist from the Treasury explains exactly what a fall in inflation means for you.
Updated: Wed May 22 2024
AI technology to help cut cancer waiting lists
Game-changing AI technology will be rolled out to all radiography departments in England in a matter of weeks - backed by £15.5 million in new Government funding.
Updated: Tue May 21 2024
Beware the Middle Easts forgotten wars
The international community neglected Israel-Palestine until violence exploded. They should not make the same mistake with the region's other conflicts.
Updated: Tue May 21 2024
Prime Minister announces new funding to stop the boats
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will meet Austrian Chancellor Nehammer in Vienna today [Tuesday 21 May] to discuss illegal migration.
Updated: Tue May 21 2024
APMs Response to the National Infrastructure Commissions Infrastructure Progress Review
Responding to the National Infrastructure Commission's Infrastructure Progress Review 2024, the Association for Project Management (APM) again called for an effective, long-term plan to deliver projects across the UK.
Updated: Fri May 17 2024
CCS announces a new Memorandum of Understanding with Virgin Media O2, providing better value, including social value ben
We're pleased to announce we've signed a 3-year Memorandum of Understanding with Virgin Media O2, giving public sector organisations access to discounts covering fixed and mobile connectivity products
Updated: Fri May 17 2024
APM North West Conference 2024: Synergies Across Sectors
The APM North West Conference was an event organised by the APM North West Network, with the theme ‘Synergies Across Sectors'. The theme this year built upon last year's theme of Connecting Projects and People.
Updated: Thu May 16 2024
UK aid en route to temporary pier off Gaza
More than 100 tonnes of aid is on its way to maritime pier off the coast of Gaza.
Updated: Thu May 16 2024
Washington should condition US aid to Israel regardless of what happens in Rafah
Refusing to hold Israel to the same standard as others undermines US objectives in the region and empowers others receiving military aid to act without fear of repercussions.
Updated: Thu May 16 2024
Egypt is holding its nerve over the Rafah operation. But its restraint shouldnt be taken for granted
Israel's latest operation in Gaza has created two serious threats to Egypt's government.
Updated: Wed May 15 2024
UK Export Finance and Virgin Money support 750k boost for Scottish shortbread exports
Dean's of Huntly is using trade finance provided by Virgin Money and guaranteed by UK Export Finance to meet overseas demand as far afield as Australia and China.
Updated: Wed May 15 2024