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ECHA’s opinion on ethanol postponed to 2026
9th of December 2025
The European Chemicals Agency's (ECHA) Biocidal Products Committee (BPC) concluded its discussions at the end of last month on the approval of ethanol as an active substance in hand and disinfectants without adopting an opinion. This was due to the lack of consensus.
The final opinion is not expected until May 2026, after which the European
Living Wage - cutting social inequality
8th of December 2025
It’s an area rapidly rising on the global agenda, with Living Wages featuring as one of five key targets for businesses to support achievement of the UN Sustainable Development Goals. In 2024, the International Labour Organisation (ILO) took a position on the definition and principles of the Living Wage, and regulatory developments such as
2026 policy priorities - turning point for Europe’s cleaning sector
5th of December 2025
As we head towards 2026, EFCI in Brussels says the EU has six key priorities for the coming year which will shape the future of cleaning and facilities services across member states.
As the European Union prepares to roll out its 2026 work programme, the cleaning and facility services sector finds itself at a critical juncture. With over 4.2
Irish cleaning association focuses on AI opportunities
4th of December 2025
The Irish Contract Cleaning Association (ICCA) has signalled a major shift in the industry with its recent industry briefing on Artificial Intelligence (AI) from Mark Kelly, founder of AI Ireland - a company that advances AI adoption and expertise across Irish businesses and professionals.
His presentation, says ICCA, demonstrated AI is no longer
Interclean Amsterdam becomes event partner of European Cleaning & Hygiene Awards
3rd of December 2025
Exciting news for the European Cleaning & Hygiene Awards, organised by ECJ. Interclean Amsterdam is now the official event partner.
This collaboration brings together two of the most respected platforms in the global cleaning and hygiene industry, combining reach, expertise and a shared ambition to champion excellence.
ECJ editor Michelle
Manchester Cleaning Show returns for 2026
3rd of December 2025
The Manchester Cleaning Show, the exhibition for the cleaning sector in the north of England and Scotland, will take place from February 18-19 2026.
Visitor registration is now open, and there's still also time for exhibitors to book their stand space. The last event two years attracted 80 exhibitors and 2,500 visitors. Next February
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