Posts by Matthew Swift
Celebrating The People Who Make A Difference Every Day
Today, we pause to celebrate Thank Your Cleaner Day, a national reminder of the vital role cleaning professionals play in keeping workplaces, schools, hospitals, and communities clean, safe, and welcoming for everyone. At City & Essex, we’re proud of our team of more than 900 cleaning professionals who, every day, bring passion, pride, and skill…
Read MoreUnited In Mud & Mission
The City & Essex team have laced up once again for the Tough Mudder 5K South London, our third time taking on the challenge! Together, we powered through 14 muddy obstacles, cheered each other on, and shared plenty of laughs (and a few bruises) along the way. But the real victory came after the finish…
Read MoreFour Years Of Commitment To The Mental Health Charter
For the past four years, we have proudly supported the Mental Health Charter, helping us to transform our workplace into one that champions mental wellbeing, breaks down stigma, and actively supports our people.Why We JoinedThe Mental Health Charter, launched in 2020, is a movement that helps organisations create lasting change. It provides practical support through…
Read MoreWelcoming Cameron Watson, Our New Head of ESG
We are very pleased to welcome Cameron Watson as our new Head of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG). Since joining us at the start of August, Cameron has already been out on site with our teams and meeting customers, bringing fresh ideas, energy, and expertise to strengthen our business. Cleaning and facilities services play a…
Read MoreBuilding Environmental Awareness, Together
We’re proud to announce that 100% of our employees have now completed our CPD-accredited and IOSH-approved Environmental Awareness training course, delivered through iHasco. This achievement reflects our company-wide commitment to sustainability, with over 710 hours of collective learning dedicated to understanding key environmental issues and driving positive change. The course explores important topics like climate change,…
Read MoreTeaming up for The Childhood Trust
This September, we’re heading back into the mud…but this year, we’re not alone. A brave new group of volunteers, alongside some veterans from across City & Essex, will be joined this year by our fantastic partners – Wessex Cleaning Equipment and Janitorial Supplies Ltd, and Pink Hygiene Ltd, as we prepare to take on the…
Read More