In the latest issue of our weekly newsletter, Insight, available to view online: the news that one of the new tranche of landmark buildings in London has become its own death ray; why open-plan offices need to include places of sanctuary; challenging the common misperception that facilities management is a tactical and responsive profession; poll finds UK workers would rather work for a tyrant than a fool; the CBI argues for a more integrated Government approach to energy efficiency policies, including those relevant for the UK’s commercial buildings; new guidance from the BIFM on legislative and regulatory changes for achieving reasonable access for all; and a major new report warns EU countries urgently need to address the particular issues associated with employing older workers.

The latest issue of the Insight newsletter features the Trend Report 2013 by Workplace furniture specialist Kinnarps [pictured], which focuses on eight key themes that will influence the workplace of the future. In another look into the future HR body the CIPD unveils a major new discussion document Megatrends: The trends shaping work and working lives. We look at the increasing role played by BYOD in retaining staff, while Mark Eltringham reflects on what Shakespeare can teach us about our obsession with technology. To view this week’s newsletter, which also reveals why London firms are looking to leave the capital and the challenge for FMs in embedding sustainability into business operations, click here.