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A new standard in electric fencing

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The AFI is pleased to announce the approval for the creation of a new standard under the B201 committee. This will be the introduction of BS 1722-19: Specification, design, installation,…

The AFI continuing to help members save

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The AFI is pleased to announce that we have secured a membership only deal with UK Fuels to get 4ppl discount on diesel to help the recent increased costs of…

The UK Fencing Awards 2023

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After the resounding success of the inaugural 2022 awards, the AFI has gone one step further for 2023, enhancing the categories to reflect the wide ranging excellence within our fencing…

Wendy Anne Baker

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The Association is sad to announce the death of Wendy Baker who has been a leading light in the fencing industry for over 40 years and we send our condolences…

Changing driver behaviours

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National Highways have just released the attached guide. It is supported by a short video and the aim is to help organisations understand the barriers to developing and sustaining desired…

The Fencing Apprenticeship

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The AFI are pleased to announce that AJS Training are now registered to provide the apprenticeship for all in the fencing industry. This means that any employees or young people…

What Is ESG and Why Is It Important?

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Environmental, social and governance have become common reporting standards for all businesses. Alex Minett, Head of Product, CHAS explores what they are and why they’re important to your business. ESG…

Wood conference agenda released

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The agenda for the wood conference has been released with less than 1 week to go! Book your tickets here Want to see the agenda for the day? Have a…

The UK Fencing Awards 2022 winners

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The UK Fencing Awards 2022 winners were announced on 13th October 2022 at the presentation day at Twickenham. All finalists were welcomed to enjoy a day together were we celebrated…

AFI at the Landscape Show

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The AFI will be at the Landscape Show at Birmingham NEC on 28th and 29th September 2022. Come and visit us on stand A5 if you are attending. Fencing is…

Automatic gates guidance

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Gate Safe have released a new edition to their portfolio of practical and easy to follow guides to assist anyone involved in the installation of gates in a commercial setting.…

The importance of Fairness, Inclusion and Respect

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As businesses look to drive progress on workplace diversity, buyers and suppliers should be prepared to evidence their competence around Fairness, Inclusion and Respect (FIR). Alex Minett, Head of Products…

National Safe Digging week

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The Association of Fencing Industries is supporting Safe digging week www.safe-digging.co.uk to help minimise accidents within fencing. A couple of weeks ago saw a fencing accident that cause a gas…

Accessing mental health support

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As part of Mental Health Awareness Week we’re reminding all AFI members of the access they have to help and support from Perennial. The AFI has partnered with Perennial, a…

It’s mental health awareness week from 9th May

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Shining a light on loneliness The Mental Health Foundation has announced ‘loneliness’ as the key theme for Mental Health Awareness Week, running between Monday 9th May and Sunday 15th May…

Delivering the fencing apprenticeship

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Delivering the AFI apprenticeship so that we can continue to bring in talent to the industry remains a priority for us and we understand the frustrations for members who continue…

Finding out about the Common Assessment Standard

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Common Assessment Standard – An Industry-Wide Pre-Qualification System Pre-qualification costs the construction industry up to £1 billion each year and we know AFI members have had duplication of standards in…

Announcing the AFI Wood Conference

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With the continued apprehension over the longevity of timber in ground contact and the confusion over other offerings that are available and how they can help with the various sectors…

Net zero champions – are you one?

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Build UK is encouraging companies across the supply chain to sign up as Business Champions as part of the CLC’s CO2nstruct Zero programme to drive carbon out of the sector.…

Enter the UK Fencing Awards 2022

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The sun has been shining and lots of projects are being completed! Entries are coming in for all levels of the UK Fencing Awards, with some interesting submissions for Project…

Updated PPE Regulations: What you need to know

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From 6 April 2022, the Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations are being updated. CHAS explains what you need to know. The Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 2022 come…

The UK Fencing Awards location announced

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Following our announcement of the fantastic sponsors of Heras, McVeigh Parker, Birkdale, Zaun and CLD Fencing Systems for the UK Fencing Awards we’re excited to reveal that the awards presentation…

Managing your van insurance

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This should not be just the cost of doing business Running vans can be an expensive business. While poor driving can obviously put your drivers and other road users at…

Common Assessment Standard Updated

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The latest version of the Common Assessment Standard has been published following extensive consultation with members and the wider industry. Version 3 includes new questions on sustainability, diversity and cyber security,…

End of Red Diesel Rebate

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AFI members are reminded that from from tomorrow (1 April), the entitlement to use rebated red diesel will be removed from most sectors, including construction, which means it will be…

Announcing the UK Fencing Awards sponsors!

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The AFI are pleased to announce that the sponsors for the 2022 UK Fencing Awards include several of the major players that supply the fencing industry across its various disciplines…

Cost of living advice

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1 in 4 respondents to the @PerennialGRBS Health & Wellbeing survey reported that their income does not cover their daily living costs. For female respondents the percentage increases to 33%,…

Living cost advice

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1 in 4 respondents to the @PerennialGRBS Health & Wellbeing survey reported that their income does not cover their daily living costs. For female respondents the percentage increases to 33%,…

Chancellor’s Spring Statement

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The Chancellor has used his Spring Statement to ‘help people and businesses deal with rising costs’ and strengthen the UK economy in the face of global uncertainty following COVID‐19 and…

The Landscape Show 2022

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The AFI will again be attending The LANDSCAPE Show this year. We’re also able to offer AFI members  10% discount on a stand! Welcoming over 250 exhibitors with a vast…
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Physical wellbeing

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Over three quarters of people are experiencing aches and pains, with back and joint pain being prevalent. 78% of respondents to the @PerennialGRBS Health & Wellbeing survey had experienced back…

CSCS Card checking

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CSCS Smart Check app The CSCS Smart Check app will be rolled out from April 2022, allowing all 2.1 million cards in the construction industry displaying the CSCS logo to…

Contract advice discount for AFI members

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Protect your business today BEB are passionate about protecting businesses with robust contracts – typically terms & conditions, sub-contractor agreements, shareholder agreements, GDPR policies, supplier agreements, and much more. We…

Mental wellbeing

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If you’re feeling stressed, you’re not alone. Results from the @PerennialGRBS Health & Wellbeing Survey showed that mental health was seen to be the biggest challenge facing our industry. At…

Light commercial vehicle safety

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The challenge Commercial vehicles travel billions of miles on our roads every year, transporting goods, trade professionals and service engineers around the country. They, and the roads they operate on,…

Build UK – Materials Update

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The CLC Product Availability Group has issued its latest statement, confirming that ‘price inflation, largely caused by a shortage of raw materials, rising energy, freight, and labour costs, is of…

APF Exhibition 2022

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The APF Exhibition is the UK’s largest forestry, woodland, arboriculture, fencing and biomass show and this year the AFI are exhibiting! The show caters not just for the forestry, woodland…

New AFI members

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The AFI has welcome more excellent members who all share the same commitment to standards and support of the fencing industry. Our new members are: Ground Screw Centre (Fence-Lok Systems)…

Living with COVID-19

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Living with COVID‐19 Update Following the lifting of the remaining coronavirus restrictions in England, Build UK has updated its COVID‐19 flowchart to reflect the latest Government guidance. Individuals who test…

Energy and support advice

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AFI partner Perennial, the charity for people working in, or retired from, the industry, is providing support for people who are worried about paying for their energy bills – for…
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The repair after the storms

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With the recent storms and continued high winds The Association of Fencing Industries know that contractors, manufacturers and suppliers are under more pressure than normal. We know that many professionals…

CHAS renewal

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Looking to renew your CHAS membership? Don’t forget all AFI members get discount across all CHAS levels. Contact us for your unique discount code. CHAS products and packages

Right to work check and CAS

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Changes to Right to Work Checks Temporary changes to right to work checks introduced in response to COVID‐19 will end on 5 April. Employers can currently undertake checks via video…

New member benefit – Protect your business today

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The AFI have joined with BEB to offer members access to discounted assistance with contracts. BEB are passionate about protecting businesses with robust contracts – typically terms & conditions, sub-contractor…

UK Fencing Awards 2022

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The UK Fencing Awards 2022 have proved popular already as we look to recognise the brilliant work of the full fencing sector. The exclusive AFI member contractor category gives contractors…

GDPR: Why you should consider certification

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The introduction of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in 2018 was a challenge for many businesses and remains a key consideration for many organisations. CHAS, the supply chain risk…

Sometimes it’s good to go round in circles

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By Simon Turner, Campaign Manager for the Driving for Better Business programme It’s not always obvious where to start with managing driver risk. After all, there are so many different…

Levelling up and Construction recovers

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Levelling Up White Paper Published The Government has released its Levelling Up White Paper setting out how it intends to give everyone the chance to flourish by ‘ending the geographical…

Benefiting from Perennial

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AFI members can benefit from the help and support of Perennial at all times thanks to their app. Every member now has access to a free Health & Wellbeing App…

Build UK update on payment terms and COVID-19

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COVID‐19 Latest With face coverings no longer mandatory in any setting in England, Build UK has updated the CLC Use of Face Coverings in Construction to reflect the latest Government…
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Changes to COVID‐19 Restrictions

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The Prime Minister has confirmed that the COVID‐19 ‘Plan B’ restrictions in England will end next Wednesday 26 January, with the guidance to work from home withdrawn with immediate effect.…

New AFI member benefit

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The AFI is pleased to announce the formation of a partnership with Perennial enhancing the benefits for its members. Perennial are a charity that offers professional, free and confidential advice…

COVID Updates

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New guidance on COVID-19 Vaccination and self isolation has been released to help employers: COVID‐19 ‘Plan B’ Restrictions to Continue The Prime Minister has confirmed that the current COVID‐19 restrictions…

England Moves to COVID‐19 Plan B

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England Moves to COVID‐19 Plan B The Prime Minister called a press conference last night to announce that England is moving to Plan B following the rapid spread of the…

Five key updates from COP26

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A suite of announcements that will affect how UK businesses address climate change coincided with COP26. CHAS highlights some of the key developments. Net Zero targets introduced for government supply…

COVID‐19 Rules Strengthened

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  The Government has introduced a number of temporary COVID‐19 measures from 30 November in response to the emergence of the Omicron variant in the UK: Close contacts of suspected…

Change to the CHAS package names

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The names of the CHAS accreditation packages have changed to simplify the buying experience for customers and make it easier for you to choose the package level that suits your…

HS2 Meet the Contractor

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Registration for HS2 Meet the Contractor events is now open. Find out more here. Have you registered? Click here to do so

HS2’s Meet the Contractor 2021

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HS2 Ltd is to begin inviting supplier expressions of interest to attend the 2021 Meet the Contractor events, to take place as follows: HS2 Stations: 15-17 November 2021HS2 Main Works:…

Five tips for managing hot weather hazards

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Alex Minnet, Health and Safety Compliance Lead at CHAS, looks at the challenges associated with working in hot weather and offers some tips for employers to mitigate the risks.  1.…
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Fencing Installer Apprenticeship Standard

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The new Fencing Installer Apprenticeship standard is here. After a lot of work from AJS Training, the apprenticeship is ready to welcome sign ups for a September start. Chichester College…

AFI Chief Executive Role

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After a successful tenure, later this year the AFI chief executive, Ian Ripley, will be retiring. The AFI Board has decided to redefine the role to combine the chief executive…

Supporting women in the fencing industry

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The construction industry is continuing it’s campaign to support women who work in this field and as fencing links with this we can see opportunities to learn and develop with…

Build UK developed new PQ system goes live

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The Common Assessment Standard (CAS) was developed by Build UK to reduce the need for companies to have numerous different certifications – and the pre-qualification system is now up and…

Heras gears up for UK growth

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Europe’s leading end-to-end supplier of permanent and mobile perimeter protection solutions, Heras, is gearing up for growth in the UK as it looks to roll out a coordinated plan that…

Child safety advice from Heras

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Newly rejoined AFI members Heras have produced essential guidance for anyone managing play areas, including sports facilities. To ensure a safe environment the site should be designed from product to…

Fencing apprenticeship funding review delayed

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At the AFI we’re continuing to work on delivering a fencing apprenticeship and have submitted a funding review. If this is successful the increase funding will make the apprenticeship financially…

Highways England 5 year delivery plan

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The Highways England 5 year delivery plan explains the investment to be made on the roads and how targets will be met. This affects a lot of our VRS members…
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CSCS cards are now virtual!

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A new app has been launched by The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) with cards now available virtually. This means you won’t have to carry a physical card and can…

Updated site operating procedures

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The latest Site Operating Procedures have been released following the national lockdown. Version 7 sees only minor changes including updated guidance on self-isolation and shielding and the removal of the…

Face coverings on site

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Build UK have released further guidance on using face coverings on sites in England. This guidance can be used across all construction based sites. Read further details here or get…
Agricultural Fencing Association

Newest AFI committee confirmed

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The AFI is pleased to confirm the formation of a new sub committee after a request from the industry to support a much valued sector; the agricultural group will be…

New AFI Agricultural group

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The AFI is forming an agricultural subgroup to work on the issues this sector experiences frequently and volunteers are needed. The formation of this group has been led by Pete…

AVS Fencing acquisition

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AVS Fencing & Landscaping Supplies Ltd, the leading fencing and landscaping business in the South and East of England, are pleased to announce the acquisition of Bell Davis Ltd. AVS…

England lockdown November 2020

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With England preparing to go into lockdown again from Thursday 5th November, construction and manufacturing will not be required to close. Sites are encouraged to review social distancing. Please ensure…

AFI in the news!

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New AFI Chairman Cameron Glanvill has been talking to Perimeter Systems about his plans for the association and to continue the growth. Read the full article here

HS2 Meet the Contractor 2020 events

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HS2 Ltd will be hosting the Meet the Contractor 2020 virtually – in partnership with 6 Joint Venture Contractors. Networking will be possible and you will be able to see…

Site Operating Procedures – Version 6

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The CLC Site Operating Procedures have been updated to reflect the recent changes in Government guidance, streamlining the details. Changes include: Current requirements such as social distancing are referenced on…

CLC People Survey

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The deadline for completing the Construction Leadership Council’s second people survey is today, Friday 2nd October, at 4pm. Please complete the survey now to provide valuable feedback. All responses are…

AFI News

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The AFI is pleased to announce the appointment of a new Chairman – Cameron Glanvill of Pembury Fencing takes over from a successful term by Adam Binns. After being nominated…

Network Rail Glasgow job opportunities

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Network Rail Scotland are advertising for a number of positions based in the Glasgow area. Anyone involved with the fencing industry with asset management skills and demonstrable experience in forestry,…
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Black Manager Card Alternatives

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Do you act as an installation manager but don’t hold a FISS/CSCS black card? The AFI is working to develop alternative methods for those looking to gain a black managers…

Construction Talent Retention Scheme

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The Construction Talent Retention Scheme launch has been announced which aims to secure essential talent in the UK construction sector. The scheme will give displaced workers from other sectors a…
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Touch Screen Test (TST) links

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Make sure you are using the correct link supplied by the AFI when booking your Touch Screen Test (TST). We are aware of some sites which charge additional fees. The…
Fencex

Fencex 2020 postponed until 2021

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With ongoing restrictions due to Covid-19, the organisers of Fencex have wisely decided to postpone the show until 2021. The organisers have made this decision early giving would be exhibitors…

Bounce Back Loan Scheme (BBLS)

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The Bounce Back Loan Scheme (BBLS) opens for applications today. Businesses can borrow between £2,000 and £50,000, capped at 25% of turnover, with no fee to access the schemeThe Government will…

Updated Site Operating Procedures issued

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Please note: Since the release of version 2 and significant feedback, the original document should be complied with whilst this is reviewed. The Construction Leadership Council (CLC) has issued a…

BSI release best practice standards

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BSI has made a number of risk and business continuity standards publicly available to help British businesses will challenges experienced as a result of Covid19. The standards provide best practice…

How the AFI are still working

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Although we can’t get out to physical meetings, the AFI are continuing to work on existing issues remotely and planned meetings are now via video call. We are still working…