The FPS runs a number of services for its members in conjunction with CIPFA and its commercial arm IPF Ltd

The AMP network has a membership of over 300 authorities who are interested in Asset Management Planning and its relationship to the other initiatives such as the prudential code and CPA.

The network run three series of workshops in ten locations around the country every year ensuring that subscribing members are totally up to date with all developments in this field.

Further details: http://www.ipfproperty.net/ampnetwork/

A benchmarking scheme set up to assist local authorities to meet the needs of best value. The original property scheme has over 140 members including organisations now in the private sector.

The modules include:

• Professional services large authorities
• Professional services small authorities
• Energy management
• Estates and property management
• Building Performance (in association with COPROP)
• Property Repairs and Maintenance

Further details: www.nbvbs.co.uk