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ABOUT

The British Council for Offices is a membership organisation devoted to research and discussion. Through our publications, events and networking opportunities we provide the platform to debate all aspects of the office sector.

The BCO is the collective voice of the office sector, an interactive forum to inspire the creation of better workplaces for people, business and the planet

Our membership of more than 4,000 is comprehensive. We represent owners, developers, architects, surveyors, managers, occupiers – and many more. From students to seasoned professionals, our members bring many perspectives and levels of experience.

The BCO was founded in 1990 to streamline the office sector. We pioneered a focus on the environment and reducing waste. Since then, our remit has widened. Today, the BCO focuses on all aspects of best practice, from workplace creation and delivery to occupation and evolution.

As thought leaders, we give members a voice and pioneer future thinking of what an office can be. As facilitators, the BCO brings people together to develop their businesses and careers through learning, mentoring and guidance. Our access to unrivalled industry expertise allows us to react quickly, while strategising to create long-term change.

Most importantly, our actions are led by our membership. We listen to their concerns and ambitions, creating publications and events that are relevant and further the conversation. Our goal is to help members magnify their impact on communities, protect our planet and drive best practice in creating the workplaces people desire.

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COMMITTEES AND TEAMS

The BCO is run by a series of committees covering research, the regions, our awards programme and the next generation.
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DIVERSITY, EQUALITY
and INCLUSION

The aim of Wellness Matters is to help the office sector understand what matters in terms of health and wellbeing.
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SPONSORSHIP

As one of the premier award ceremonies in the UK property calendar the BCO Awards delivers real value to its sponsors.
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MENTAL HEALTH

The BCO is dedicated to supporting its members' mental health and wellbeing by providing links to sources of support through networks regionally and centrally. 
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Latest news

October 24, 2024
By BCO Media

Want staff back in the office? Think ‘Customer first’ and prioritise experiences

New British Council for Offices report tells employers and office designers to treat office workers like customers that need to be acquired and retained, and to find out what they want by means including experimentation and analysing metrics
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October 10, 2024
By BCO Media

BRITISH COUNCIL FOR OFFICES CROWNS THE UK’S BEST WORKPLACES

The nation’s award-winning offices showcase creative, flexible and inspiring work environments which make a positive impact on the surrounding communities
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June 27, 2024
By BCO Media

British Council for Offices Chief Executive Richard Kauntze to step down in summer 2025

After soon-to-be 25 years of serving as Chief Executive for the British Council for Offices, Richard Kauntze will be stepping down in summer 2025.
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