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2026

Cllr Archie Dryburgh, MBE: It is with profound sadness that we share the heartbreaking news of the death of Cllr Archie Dryburgh, MBE. Archie was a much-loved member of APSE’s National Council and twice held the office of APSE National Chair, and that of Vice Chair and Chair of APSE Scotland, over successive terms, he was also the inaugural chair of APSE Synergy Ltd.

Announcing the winners of the APSE Service Awards 2026: We are delighted to announce the winners of the APSE Service Awards 2026.

Manchester City Council announces new plans to tackle fly-tipping and litter by 2035: Manchester City Council announces new plans to tackle fly-tipping and litter by 2035

Cardiff Council Helps Students Move Out Responsibly as Recycling Scheme Reaches Record Levels: Cardiff Council Helps Students Move Out Responsibly as Recycling Scheme Reaches Record Levels

Swindon Borough Council partners with the Probation Service to support The Big Town Centre Clean-Up: Swindon Borough Council partners with the Probation Service to support The Big Town Centre Clean-Up

Belfast City Council expands SMART bin roll-out following successful city centre trial: Belfast City Council expands SMART bin roll-out following successful city centre trial

Arriva North West joins forces with Sefton Council to tackle fly-tipping and transform alley ways: Arriva North West joins forces with Sefton Council to tackle fly-tipping and transform alley ways

New APSE Approved Partner: Welcome Krinkels UK!: APSE has welcomed a new Approved Partner into the network! Welcome Krinkels UK, a leading provider of grounds maintenance, street cleansing, and aborticultural services to local authorities, NHS trusts, and private companies across the UK.

APSE launches brand-new podcast, APSE Talks: APSE has announced the launch of its podcast APSE Talks, bringing together local government leaders and sector experts to share their experiences, insights and perspectives on the issues shaping frontline public services.

Principal Policy Lead, Bonni Jee, reflects on a summer of recycling transformation: Principal Policy Lead, Bonni Jee, reflects on a summer of recycling transformation

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Promoting excellence in public services

APSE (Association for Public Service Excellence) is a not for profit unincorporated association working with over 300 councils throughout the UK. Promoting excellence in public services, APSE is the foremost specialist in local authority frontline services, hosting a network for frontline service providers in areas such as waste and refuse collection, parks and environmental services, cemeteries and crematorium, environmental health, leisure, school meals, cleaning, housing and building maintenance.