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Rethinking Green Building Certifications: Why Sustainability Must Go Beyond the Badge
Green building certifications like BREEAM, LEED and WELL have become industry benchmarks for sustainable design. But as the built environment faces mounting pressure to reduce carbon emissions and deliver long-term… Read More
Graeme Hamilton, Sector Director - Energy
11 Aug, 2025
Rethinking Green Building Certifications: Why Sustainability Must Go Beyond the Badge
Green building certifications like BREEAM, LEED and WELL have become industry benchmarks for sustainable design. But as the built environment faces mounting pressure to reduce carbon emissions and deliver long-term value, it’s time to ask: do these certifications go far enough?
Graeme Hamilton, Sector Director - Energy
11 Aug, 2025
OCS at 125: A Milestone Marked by Movement and Giving Back
To honour our 125th anniversary, we’ve launched a global fundraising initiative: the 125 Challenge.
OCS Team
08 Aug, 2025
The Importance of Hard Services in Supporting the UK Government’s Public Estate
The effective operation of the UK government’s vast public estate relies heavily on the often overlooked but absolutely essential element known as hard services.
OCS Team
07 Aug, 2025
ESG Strategy Report: Creating a Lasting Legacy Through Action
Our newly revised UK & Ireland ESG Strategy reaffirms our commitment to creating a better, brighter future by embedding environmental stewardship, social value, and ethical governance across everything we do.
Jacky So, UK&I ESG Director
05 Aug, 2025
Creating the Right Conditions for Public Service to Thrive
Public Sector FM MD, Bob Taylor, shares his wealth of expertise the conditions the public sector needs to thrive.
OCS Team
31 Jul, 2025
Driving Inclusion Every Day: OCS and Scope for Disability Pride Month
OCS is always looking for opportunities to build a more inclusive environment for our colleagues, customers, and communities. That’s why this July, for Disability Pride Month, we’ve partnered with disability equality charity Scope.
OCS Team
30 Jul, 2025
TRUE Story: Jack Tunstead, Taking Opportunities in His Stride
When Jack Tunstead joined OCS in 2018 as a part-time team member supporting people with reduced mobility (PRM) at Dublin Airport, he thought it would be a short-term job while studying for his business management degree. He never expected that a few years later, he’d be shaping a career in QHSE (Quality, Health, Safety, Environment) and building a future with OCS.
OCS Team
29 Jul, 2025
Yahya Nisar Dasr Named BSIA Apprentice of the Year
We’re proud to share that Yahya Nisar Dasr has been named Apprentice of the Year by the British Security Industry Association (BSIA). It’s a recognition that reflects not just technical skill, but calm leadership, clear thinking and a consistent approach to delivering quality on the ground.
OCS Team
25 Jul, 2025
OCS Wins Total Facilities Management Contract with University of Sunderland in London
OCS wins TFM contract with University of Sunderland in London, delivering sustainable and people-focused facilities management services.
OCS Team
25 Jul, 2025
TRUE Story: Lara Johnson on Growth and Leading by Example
When Lara Johnson stepped into the world of security, she never imagined how profoundly it would shape her life, both professionally and personally. Learn her full story.
OCS Team
24 Jul, 2025
At the Core of Security is Empathetic Human Judgement
Security officers do more than respond - they anticipate, assess, and act. While technology enhances our systems, it’s the empathetic human judgement of trained professionals that keeps sites safe, calm, and operational.
Steven Moore, Security Managing Director UK&I
23 Jul, 2025
OCS Voted No. 1 Brand for Innovation in Facilities Management
Discover how OCS earned the No. 1 spot for innovation in facilities management in the 2025 i-FM Brand Survey.
OCS Team
21 Jul, 2025