The segment took viewers behind the scenes of the project, as BBC South East and The Stage visited the theatre to capture the scale and importance of the ongoing works. Interviews were conducted with Theatre Director Tal Rosen and Leader of Dartford Borough Council Jeremy Kite, who shared insight into the vision for the theatre, the progress being made, and the impact the restoration will have on the local community.

As a much-loved venue at the heart of Dartford’s cultural life, The Orchard Theatre holds a special place for generations of audiences. Being part of this important restoration project represents an exciting and meaningful chapter for our team, and we are proud to contribute to preserving and enhancing such a significant cultural asset.

With preparations already underway for the theatre’s reopening including the much-anticipated Cinderella pantomime on 12 December, the year ahead promises to be a special one for The Orchard Theatre and the wider community.

We look forward to continuing our involvement in this landmark project and supporting the theatre as it enters an exciting new era.

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Nick brings over 20 years of industry experience, including four years as Managing Director of a licensed asbestos removal business, where he was responsible for operational leadership and the delivery of complex, high-value projects. His appointment strengthens our senior management team and reflects our continued investment in specialist capability.

The Environmental Division formalises and builds upon services that Clifford Devlin has successfully delivered for many years, while also providing a platform for controlled expansion into complementary areas such as land remediation, mould remediation, pigeon guano and lead paint management. Under Nick’s leadership, the division will focus on operational excellence, compliance, and maintaining the high standards our clients expect.

Nick will be responsible for the day to day operational delivery of the division and will play a key role in shaping its growth, systems, and culture as the business continues to evolve.

This appointment represents a significant step in strengthening Clifford Devlin’s service offering. Further updates will follow shortly, including another senior appointment that will support the continued development of the division.

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FORS is a voluntary scheme that encourages fleet operators to work above industry standards, promoting safety, efficiency and environmental responsibility.

Maintaining silver shows we’re not just compliant but working to best practice. We closely monitor fuel use, emissions and environmental impact demonstrating our commitment to continuous improvement.

Silver accreditation also means our vehicles carry enhanced safety features, helping protect both our drivers and road users.

This status strengthens our position when bidding for contracts that require WRRR (Work-Related Road Risk) and CLOCS (Construction Logistics and Community Safety) compliance.

”A huge thank you to the entire team for their dedication and hard work in making this possible! Let’s continue pushing forward and maintaining these high standards together” – Darren Barton, Transport & Facilities Manager.

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Working closely with Carbon Neutral Britain™, our organisation’s 2024 emissions have been measured in line with the ISO 14064 and GHG Protocol Accounting Standard. While reducing emissions remains a priority, we are also offsetting our impact through internationally certified carbon projects, supporting renewable energy, solar lighting, and sustainable agriculture worldwide.

Our latest report highlights the progress we have made. Waste related emissions fell by 4%, company vehicle emissions by 3%, and we have significantly upgraded our fleet. Last year we had just one fully electric vehicle and two hybrids. Today, we have six fully electric vehicles and four hybrids.

Our Carbon Reduction Plan (CRP) commits us to halving emissions by 2030 and achieving Net Zero by 2050. By accurately measuring, offsetting, and committing to reduce our emissions each year, Clifford Devlin is not only Carbon Neutral today but also aligned with both Science Based Targets and UK Government requirements for carbon reduction. This is an important step forward, and we will continue to take action to reduce our carbon emissions as a business.

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The prestigious award reflects the company’s dedication to maintaining the highest standards in asbestos removal training and safety. To achieve Gold status, Clifford Devlin met a series of rigorous criteria, including:

• Completing ARCA-accredited training courses for Supervisors and Operatives (new, refresher or TNA).

• Enrolling a minimum of eight delegates across these programmes.

• Achieving an impressive average delegate score of 92.5% across all training sessions.

The company’s consistently high performance demonstrates its culture of excellence and commitment to continuous improvement in workforce development.

Clifford Devlin’s achievement was formally recognised during ARCA’s 40th Annual General Meeting, marking an important milestone both for the association and for the company’s ongoing pursuit of best practice within the industry.

“We’re proud of our team’s dedication and performance,” said Liam Hennessy, Managing Director. “This award highlights our ongoing investment in training and reinforces our commitment to maintaining the highest professional and safety standards.”

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Now in its 10th year, this fundraising challenge invites participants to abseil 160 feet down the front of St Thomas’ Hospital in London to raise money in support of the NHS at Guy’s and St Thomas’. Over the past decade, thousands of people have taken part in the event, helping to provide vital funds for patient care, research, and support services.

By taking on the challenge, Rebecca and Craig raised an impressive £895 for the NHS. Their efforts add to the continuing fundraising initiatives that play a crucial role in supporting the outstanding work of Guy’s and St Thomas’ Hospital.

Speaking after the event, both Rebecca and Craig highlighted what a rewarding experience it was and expressed pride in contributing to such an important cause.

Clifford Devlin has worked closely with Guy’s and St Thomas’ Hospital in recent years, gaining first-hand insight into the value of fundraising in sustaining the hospital’s vital services. The company is proud to support events such as the St Thomas’ Abseil, which not only raise funds but also strengthen community ties.

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The RoSPA Health and Safety Awards are the largest occupational health and safety awards programme in the UK. This prestigious honour recognises a decade of outstanding commitment to protecting lives and maintaining the highest safety standards across our operations at Clifford Devlin.

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As a trusted provider of specialist services including asbestos removal, demolition, fire protection, refurbishment, fit-out, and general construction, this accreditation allows our services to be procured quickly and compliantly via the Bloom Procurement Services framework. This streamlines engagement for public sector organisations such as local authorities, NHS trusts, housing associations and more.

The NEPRO³ framework, managed by Bloom in partnership with the North East Procurement Organisation (NEPO), offers a fully compliant and flexible route to market for professional services. It enables buyers to work with pre-approved suppliers like Clifford Devlin without the burden of complex procurement procedures (more details here).

Clifford Devlin’s approved services under Bloom include:

• Asbestos Removal

• Demolition

• Fire Protection

• Refurbishment and Fit-Out

• Construction Services

This development opens new opportunities for Clifford Devlin to support vital public sector projects across the UK, delivering high-quality outcomes that are safe, timely, and cost-effective.

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We have been appointed onto Lot 2 – Asbestos Abatement & Removal.

This appointment adds to our expanding list of framework successes and reflects our continued focus on high standards in building safety.

Peter Beck, Framework Manager at Fusion21 said: “We are delighted to welcome all of the new suppliers onto Fusion21’s Building Safety & Compliance Framework, including Clifford Devlin. The tender process was highly competitive and has identified the best suppliers for our members to manage and maintain safe buildings and demonstrate building compliance.

Members accessing this framework will benefit from flexible call-off options, UK-wide coverage, and the option to deliver social value to their communities, aligned to their organisational priorities.”

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