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CONSTRUCTION DIRECTORY
UK Construction News Archive for February 2012
29/02/2012
More than 900 Whitefriars and privately owned homes in Coventry are benefitting from a £9 million programme to reduce carbon emissions and make environmental improvements to communities. Wates Living Space is completing a Community Energy Saving Programme (CESP) Scheme, funded by British Gas and W
29/02/2012
Liverpool based company Leader1 (Liverpool) Ltd has won a housing contract with Liverpool City Council. The contract, which is subject to the completion of a legal agreement, will see £25.6 million invested in refurbishing 149 houses and building 50 new homes. The properties involved are in the Gr
29/02/2012
Stobbarts Ltd, who already provided some of the services at Sellafield under an old agreement, beat off competition from a host of multi-national companies to win the contract, which draws together a range of services including civil engineering mechanical and design services, plant and lifting equi
29/02/2012
Two Nottingham companies have been fined after a worker fell more than nine metres, injuring his back. The 38-year-old employee of M-tech Engineering Limited fell from a mobile tower scaffold being used to install a steel staircase at a building in Convent Street, Nottingham, on 15 April 2009. He
29/02/2012
The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has announced the Future Leaders Programme 2012, with the first of three training events for future leaders of the architects' profession to be held on Tuesday 13 March 2012 at the RIBA, 66 Portland Place, W1. Tailored to partners or directors lookin
29/02/2012
Stephen Williams, MP for Bristol West, has been spending time with a local building firm to find out more about life as an apprentice. Stephen met two carpentry apprentices from Federation of Master Builders (FMB) member firm Distinction Property Services Ltd, in conjunction with CITB-Construction
29/02/2012
A simple barrier system - quick to erect and easy to dismantle -is often required to protect a fall edge. One application is the building up of a wall where the bricklayer is on scaffolding. As the scaffold is raised, there can be a significant risk of the bricklayer falling over the wall and into t
29/02/2012
Age UK Enterprises, the commercial services arm of Age UK, and E.ON are urging those in later life who are struggling to keep warm to take advantage of free cavity wall and standard loft insulation, plus a cheque for £100 towards their energy bill. Anyone in receipt of Pension Credit can apply - wh
29/02/2012
A multi-million pound redevelopment of a derelict cluster of homes at the heart of the Grade II listed Byker housing estate in Newcastle was officially opened by Baroness Andrews, Chair of English Heritage. Designed by internationally renowned architect Ralph Erskine, Bolam Coyne is a highly distin
29/02/2012
Stroma has recently been appointed by Morris Homes as CEEQUAL Assessor on ‘Vista’, the exemplar Carbon Challenge development at South Bank, Peterborough. The Carbon Challenge is a Government programme that delivers exemplar, sustainable communities as test beds for the construction industry. Vista,
28/02/2012
Work to transform Stroud's derelict Cashes Green hospital site into a new sustainable community will begin within weeks. Innovative plans developed by Haboakus (a joint venture between Kevin McCloud's company Hab and housing group GreenSquare), site owners the Homes and Communities Agency (HCA) and
28/02/2012
The four shortlisted bidders for the Crossrail rolling stock and depot procurement were issued with tender documents at Crossrail today. The four shortlisted organisations are: •Bombardier Transportation (UK) Limited; •Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles SA (CAF); •Hitachi Rail Europe Li
28/02/2012
London South Bank University (LSBU) has appointed Mansell for a £4.7 million contract to design and build a new student centre within the bottom two floors and undercroft of a multi-storey building on the university campus known as the Tower Block. The new space will be formed by installing glazed
28/02/2012
Bristol residents can now estimate whether their house is suitable for solar panels at the click of a button. The city council has become the first local authority in the country to produce a solar map of this scale. Residents can view the map on the council's website, which uses colour coding to i
28/02/2012
Residents and hard pressed families will be relieved that the majority of councils are intending to make their cost of living a little easier by taking up the Government's council tax freeze offer, Communities and Local Government Secretary Eric Pickles said today. Over 300 councils in England are
28/02/2012
MAM Software is pleased to announce the forthcoming release of its Warehouse Management Software (WMS). Integrating seamlessly with MAM's Trader business management application, the WMS module will optimise the flow of goods through a warehouse, managing all activities from goods receiving and putaw
28/02/2012
An employee of an Oxfordshire-based engineering company sustained life-threatening burns after striking a high voltage electric cable during construction work on the new Crossrail railway. Fugro Engineering Services Ltd was appointed principal contractor to deliver a series of ground investigations
28/02/2012
La Moraleja tennis club is one of the most prestigious private members clubs in Madrid. Renowned for its excellent facilities, it currently offers a total of six clay courts, four of which were upgraded in 2010 to Playrite's Claytex synthetic surface, incorporating a natural clay infill. Claytex is
28/02/2012
As part of a regeneration of Broad Street, Birmingham, Cumberland House is being modernised and re-designed within the constraints of the existing building structure. What once was an obsolete building will be upgraded and reopened as a hotel. The A. Proctor Group supplied this project with their P
28/02/2012
Blyko Paving Products have supplied over 500 m² Novostones paving as part of the redevelopment of the F1 McLaren Technology Centre in Woking. Foster & Partners Architects specified the Novostones Fjord paving in a shotblast finish. Novostones paving is available in an extensive range of vibrant c
28/02/2012
Contour Casings' ground-breaking Trionic DeepClean LST Radiator has been shortlisted as a finalist in this year’s H&V Awards, in the "Safety Initiative of the Year" category. The H&V Awards 2012 ceremony takes place at the Grosvenor Hotel, Park Lane, London, on Thursday 26th April. A distinguished
27/02/2012
The Gloucester Academy Trust has announced Kier as the preferred bidder for the new £14.9 million Gloucester Academy and has released the first visuals for the exciting new building. The striking new building will cater for up to 1,250 pupils and is designed to reflect the Academy’s specialisms of
27/02/2012
The Leadbitter Group has completed the construction of 18 one and two bedroom apartments on Wordsworth Drive in Taunton for Knightstone Housing Association. The affordable apartments are built to the Code for Sustainable Homes Level 4 and have been made available for rent and rent to homebuy. This
27/02/2012
Wales' First Minister, Carwyn Jones, paid a visit to Furnace Farm on the Bodnant Estate in the Conwy Valley went to see the progress being made in the development of a £6.4 million Welsh food and drink centre of excellence. Eighteenth Century farm buildings, adjacent to both the A470 and the world-
27/02/2012
Stuart Ropke to take post of assistant director of research and futures on interim basis in March. The National Housing Federation has appointed Stuart Ropke as interim assistant director of research and futures. Stuart is currently the Federation’s head of investment policy and strategy and will
27/02/2012
Neighbourhoods suffering the blight of empty homes could benefit from a £100 million boost to bring these properties back into use and provide stable homes for families in need, Communities Andrew Stunell has announced. Seeking expressions of interest for the scheme, the Minister stressed that the
27/02/2012
E.ON has provided detailed feedback to Ofgem concerning its retail market reform proposals and indicated that it will broadly support the energy regulator's proposals. Ofgem has indicated that its proposals are designed to help make the energy marketplace clear and simple for consumers and they com
27/02/2012
A Llanelli construction firm has been fined after a worker suffered serious injuries when he was hit by a concrete beam. The employee, from Carmarthen, was working with a colleague for W A Bowler Ltd on the installation of a beam and block floor at Hillside Care Home in the Uplands area of Swansea
27/02/2012
When planning your conservatory, most people want a style that suits their home, whether rich in period detail or designed along clean, modern lines. A room that adds space for enhanced family life, whether it's a living room, play room, party room or dining room, is the desire of an increasing numb
27/02/2012
The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 came into effect in October 2006 and replaced over 70 pieces of fire safety law. The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 applies to all non-domestic premises in England and Wales, including the common parts of blocks of flats and houses in multi
27/02/2012
Our training days have always been popular and most recently we had twenty basement conversion contractors attending a full day training course in Birmingham which covered the BS 8102:2009 the British Standard for below ground waterproofing and is relevant in regards to basement waterproofing. Ever
24/02/2012
Welcoming the news that NG Bailey, one of the country's largest electrical construction companies, has pulled out of the grouping that is seeking to change terms of employment across the industry. Unite’s general secretary, Len McCluskey, said: "The decision by NG Bailey to withdraw these controver
24/02/2012
Construction's major employer groups have committed to taking on over 1,500 apprentices between them in 2012 according to the Industry Training Board and Sector Skills Council CITB-ConstructionSkills. Employers, including those from UK Contractors Group, Home Builders Federation and Major Home Buil
24/02/2012
Prime Minister David Cameron visited Crossrail's Westbourne Park site in west London to view the tunnel boring machines (TBMs) ahead of Crossrail tunnelling commencing next month. The Prime Minister was joined by Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy to meet engineers and construction workers and to
24/02/2012
Surrey businesses have won almost £740 million worth of Olympic and Paralympic contracts - about 90% of all those secured across the South East. A total of 164 Surrey firms have struck deals linked to the Olympic and Paralympic Games including security companies, caterers, construction firms and ma
24/02/2012
A ceremony is being held in Stockwood to mark the 'topping out' and naming of a new Housing 21 extra care housing scheme for older people. Lord Mayor of Bristol, Cllr Geoffrey Gollop, will be joined by representatives of Bristol City Council, the Leadbitter Group and Housing 21 to celebrate the las
24/02/2012
Specialist affordable homes developer Mulbury Homes is to build a new scheme comprising nine family houses on two neighbouring sites in Stretford, Manchester. Lymm-based Mulbury is developing the £1 million scheme in Derbyshire Avenue for Arcon Housing Association. The development follows the demo
24/02/2012
Aston Villa Football Club, Birmingham – 13th March 2012 Wybone are attending the Keep Britain Tidy Network Conference 2012 We have an Exhibitors stand at the Conference and will be on hand to discuss your needs and requirements, for your waste management. If you’re going to the conference it would
24/02/2012
Bosa Contracts Limited in line with their commitment to improving Health, Safety, Environment and Quality capabilities have been audited at their office and sites for compliance with the UVDB Verify standards of competence. This is in addition to the CHAS Accreditation and Constructionline alread
24/02/2012
Resin Flooring Ltd are the experts in taking care of all your Industrial and Commercial flooring needs. We pride ourselves as being one of the front leaders within the flooring industry, we are a Gatwick based company with over 40 years experience. The demands of industrial flooring are as differen
24/02/2012
Complete Security UK have generated many clients through recommendations and word of mouth. They are held in high regard in Bristol with over 20 years experience working with commercial and domestic clients specialising in all aspects of security, electrical and commercial installations. Complete
23/02/2012
A £100 million world-class high-tech manufacturing facility to be built in the north-east of England has been given the go-ahead. The AkzoNobel factory, to be based in Ashington, Northumberland, was granted planning permission yesterday by Northumberland County Council. It will be one of the bigges
23/02/2012
The Mayor and local authorities must make space in London’s complex planning system for neighbourhood plans if local people are to effectively wield the power the Localism Act promises them, a new London Assembly report says today. Based on in-depth consultation with groups who are already developi
23/02/2012
One of London's most iconic bridges is undergoing a programme of major lighting improvements in time for this year’s Olympic Games. Westminster Council's lighting project on the twin Golden Jubilee Footbridges, which have illuminated the way for millions of visitors and workers crossing the Thames,
23/02/2012
A Redditch freight firm, its managing director and a Birmingham contractor have been prosecuted for putting at least 20 people at risk of lung disease from asbestos fibres. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) prosecuted Avon Freight Group Ltd (AFG) and its managing director Simon Poole, together
23/02/2012
Energy regulator Ofgem has set out a detailed road map to open up the wholesale electricity market by setting out three clear objectives which the Big Six suppliers will have to meet. This is to enhance competition and will ensure independent suppliers can buy wholesale power in the range of produc
23/02/2012
Labour's Shadow Secretary has slammed Centrica, owners of British Gas, after reporting profits of £2.415 billion. Caroline Flint MP said people will be shocked when millions of families are struggling with their energy bills while British Gas enjoys huge profits. Ms Flint said: "By letting the ene
23/02/2012
Next year Moore and Sadler Ltd will be celebrating 25 years of success in building house extensions and Loft conversions, of which they specialize. Having built an excellent reputation in the Harrogate, York, Leeds area they would like to thank all their loyal customers, and experienced tradesmen
23/02/2012
Here at Protec Direct we are delighted to announce the launch our new combined PPE, Workwear & Site Consumables catalogue. Specifically designed for ease-of-use, the catalogue contains a comprehensive product range, competitively priced, and is split into easy-to-navigate sections, so you’ll always
23/02/2012
Rubb Buildings Ltd worked with Plant and Consumable Services Ltd to deliver a new storage facility to power and gas giant E.ON UK. PACS approached Rubb to complete a 16m wide span x 25m long building project for E.ON on the Isle of Grain, Rochester, Kent. Rubb had previously worked on the Isle of G
22/02/2012
Morgan Sindall has won a £10 million contract to build the latest Royal Star & Garter care home for disabled service men and women. The development in Surbiton features a three-storey building which will provide en-suite accommodation for 63 residents; all disabled men and women who have served in
22/02/2012
A Kier BAM joint venture has now signed contracts with EDF Energy to carry out more than £100 millio of site preparation works for the Hinkley Point C nuclear power station in Somerset. The work includes excavation, earthworks, terracing, the installation of construction site infrastructure and for
22/02/2012
The London Borough of Barking and Dagenham has announced the completion of an exciting new deal that will secure the development of 477 brand new affordable residential units in two prime locations both in urgent need of regeneration. Working alongside leading contractor Laing O'Rourke, its investm
22/02/2012
Work based learning funding, which can help construction businesses maximise their full potential, is still available to companies based in England through the National Construction College (NCC), the training division of CITB-ConstructionSkills. A limited number of funded places are still on offe
22/02/2012
Residents have given a warm welcome to brand new gas central heating systems being fitted in their properties. Basildon Council's contractor ALHCO Ltd, have recently achieved a significant landmark by fitting the 3,000th gas boiler manufactured by Vaillant Ltd, which was installed in the home of Mr
22/02/2012
At an official declaration to launch Birmingham City Council's Armed Forces Community Covenant, the local authority will announce the country’s first scheme to help ex-service personnel gain a foot on the property ladder. The Veterans' Homebuy scheme will allow former servicemen and women the oppor
22/02/2012
Centrica plc, the parent company of British Gas, has reached an agreement with Total E&P UK Limited (and its affiliates) to acquire their non-operated portfolio of producing oil and gas assets and associated infrastructure in the Central North Sea (CNS) for a total cash consideration of £246 million
22/02/2012
A housing and regeneration development in Stockport has been identified as one of 18 schemes to potentially receive funding under the Government’s £420 million Get Britain Building Programme. The 41-home second phase of development at Hopes Carr, part of the Covent Garden Village regeneration progr
22/02/2012
The one millionth planning application has been processed by the Government's planning resource website, a site that has now delivered savings of approximately £285 million to applicants and councils, Planning Minister Bob Neill has announced. Nearly 60 per cent of all planning applications in Engl
22/02/2012
Outdoor Heaven are pleased to announce their new E-Sore where you can purchase hot tub accessories, hot tub chemicals, hot tub cover lifters, covers and filters. You can also purchase steps, handrails, swim spa and pool items as well as toys and fun stuff Outdoor Heaven provide a wide range of leis
22/02/2012
After five years as Chairman of PEFC UK, Peter Latham OBE has moved to the PEFC International Board to continue progressing the understanding and use of certified timber and the development of sustainable sourcing and supply. He is replaced in the UK by long standing Board member Professor Emeritus
21/02/2012
Graham has been awarded the contract to design and build a new roll-on/roll off (roro) terminal on the River Humber at Associated British Ports' (ABP) Port of Grimsby. The facility will primarily be used for the importation of cars from mainland Europe. ABP has awarded the contract to GRAHAM, wh
21/02/2012
Construction sites are being put under the spotlight as part of an intensive inspection initiative aimed at reducing death, injury and ill health. Between 20 February and 16 March, inspectors from the Health & Safety Executive will be visiting sites where refurbishment or repair works are being car
21/02/2012
A new £4.1 million development of 36 eco-friendly homes for rent has been opened at Rice Lane and Springfield Place in Wallasey. Residents and local school representatives joined members of Cosmopolitan Housing Association, Wirral Council and the Homes & Communities Agency (HCA), to witness the unv
21/02/2012
Construction workers union UCATT is calling on its members and all construction workers to oppose the Government's Health and Social Care Bill, which will lead to the effective privatisation of much of the NHS. If it becomes law the Health and Social Care Bill will result in the NHS being segregate
21/02/2012
Staff at Morgan Sindall are calling for volunteers to take part in a Spring Clean at Chesil Beach on Sunday 4th March 2012. The construction firm, which is currently on site building a new £800,000 extension to the Chesil Beach Centre, is working together with the Dorset Wildlife Trust and the ward
21/02/2012
An initiative launched by Peterborough City Council and Lloyds TSB to help first time buyers has been hailed a massive success. The Local Lend a Hand Scheme began in December with the aim of helping people get on to the property ladder. Figures released reveal that so far: •There have been 94 enq
21/02/2012
Kings Science Adademy in Bradford is due to commence in March, with contractor BAM delivering the new facilities. A £9 million contract to design and construct a new science-specialised free school in Bradford, West Yorkshire, has been awarded to BAM Construction. The contractor says it will deliv
21/02/2012
S Jones Containers, based in Aldridge, is bucking the currently depressed economic trend with a recent influx of orders totalling over £600,000.00 for the modification of shipping containers into a variety of equipment and accommodation enclosures. Additional projects, likely to proceed in the near
21/02/2012
An increasing number of drilling contractors are successfully exploiting the technical benefits now available from offering PE100-RC probes and pipework rather than traditional PE100 in their ground source installations. Sean Sowden of Go Geothermal, the UK's leading independent geothermal pipe and
21/02/2012
Jablite Insulation and Dryvit have signed a trading agreement that formalises the strong relationship between the two companies and recognises Jablite's status as preferred supplier to Dryvit. "We are very happy to take this step of strengthening our ties with Jablite; they are a key supplier for u
20/02/2012
A property manager from Cardiff has been fined for failing to properly manage the risks from asbestos at one of his premises. Richard Hayward of Cardiff Bay was prosecuted by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) over failings at the former Rhondda Pressing building, located on the Penygraig Indust
20/02/2012
Unite, has welcomed the withdrawal of controversial contracts by Balfour Beatty Engineering Services (BBES), which would have resulted in the termination of long-held agreements and the de-skilling of construction workers. The imposition of the new contracts by BBES were at the heart of a long runn
20/02/2012
Plans to revitalise Shepherds Bush Market and the surrounding area have been approved by Hammersmith & Fulham (H&F) Council's planning applications committee. The market has been in existence for 100 years but many traders feel that it has been in decline for some time. Now, developer Orion Shepher
20/02/2012
The Costain Team, working on the Dwr Cymru Welsh Water (DCWW) Framework, is celebrating again after exceeding five years without a Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR). This milestone was reached recently and has seen over 2.2 million manhours worked withou
20/02/2012
Kier has today launched an exclusive smartphone application – the Kier Repairs app. The free to download app will enable tenants and companies, eligible for Kier's repairs, maintenance and facilities management services on their home or business, to report repairs directly using their smartphone.
20/02/2012
Elliott Off-Site Building Solutions has been commissioned by Luton Borough Council to design and build a new two-storey classroom extension at Bushmead Primary School The existing school building was constructed by Elliott Off-Site in 1999. Elliott Off-Site is able to utilise its existing knowledg
20/02/2012
Essential maintenance works at Queensgate Bus Station have been completed two days ahead of schedule. The works started on Thursday 19 January 2012 and were due to be completed by Sunday 19 February 2012. However, even though the unforeseen bad weather made progress more difficult, works have stil
20/02/2012
Morgan Sindall has been awarded a circa £9 million project to install a system to cool the platform areas at Green Park Tube Station. The project is being undertaken for London Underground Limited and will involve the installation of eight air handling units on the Green Park Tube Station platforms
20/02/2012
A year long fundraising initiative by employees at Midlands based smoke and natural ventilation specialist, SE Controls, has generated more than £12,000 for national cancer support charity, Macmillan. Macmillan Cancer Support was chosen by SE Controls after the company's Commercial Manager, Mark Ha
20/02/2012
GW Chard & Sons is a family run partnership which have been trading as builders in Bristol for over 25 years, providing general building, roofing and decorating services. They undertake various building projects across Bristol, covering a wide range of work including New Build, Extensions, Renovat
17/02/2012
The shortlist of three bidders for the Mersey Gateway Project has been announced. The three shortlisted bidders are: •Balfour Beatty, Bouygues Travaux Publics, Egis Projects •Merseylink consortium •MGL consortium The three were selected by Halton Borough Council from the expressions of interes
17/02/2012
Hydrock has been appointed as civil and structural designer for the new west terminal extension at Bristol Airport. This is the first stage of a planned multi-million pound development over the next 10 years which will include a second extension, east terminal pier and walkway, hotel and multi-stor
17/02/2012
Plans to secure the long term future of Camelford Leisure Centre are progressing well, due to the hard work and commitment of the local community and support from Cornwall Council. Over the last 12 months members of the Camelford Leisure Centre Steering Group have been working with Cornwall Council
17/02/2012
The UK Contractors Group (UKCG) has launched a revised Health and Safety training standard that focuses on the level of health and safety training required by those who direct, manage, supervise or undertake construction related activities on UKCG sites. This standard is designed to support UKCG’
17/02/2012
Residents in Hasland and St.Leonards received the latest advice on saving energy and home security from partners of the Safer Neighbourhoods Team. The Mobile Police Station was used to hand out advice on home energy saving, free power down plugs, energy saving light bulbs and was an opportunity to
17/02/2012
Plans to redevelop the Seagrave Road car park site in Earls Court into an exciting new residential quarter containing more than 800 new homes have been endorsed by Hammersmith & Fulham Council (LBHF). Capital & Counties Properties PLC (Capco) have welcomed the decision by the Council’s planning com
17/02/2012
Kier Stoke operatives to pass on 'green' knowledge as part of Kier Stoke's ongoing commitment to reduce the carbon footprint of its business and that of its customers, nine members of staff have undergone ‘green champion’ training. Organised by Stoke-on-Trent City Council, the training consisted of
17/02/2012
First-time buyers in Liverpool are being helped to take their first steps onto the property ladder, thanks to a £3 million city council scheme. The council's Cabinet will be asked to approve plans for a new Local Authority Mortgage Scheme today. If it is given the go-ahead, it could help more than
17/02/2012
The final go-ahead has been given for the major redevelopment and refurbishment of Ysbyty Glan Clwyd by Health Minister Lesley Griffiths. The project will remove asbestos, which was commonly used as fire retardant on structural steelworks in the 1970s when the hospital was built. The aim is to e
17/02/2012
A man had his arm crushed while trying to feed metal sheeting through machinery, Bournemouth Crown Court has heard today. David James, 34, of Queensland Road, Weymouth has been unable to return to his job because of the injury which caused him severe pain. Aden Pro Form Ltd, of Parkstone Road, Poo
16/02/2012
A new report by Constructionline has found that the industry's SMEs are facing tougher tender contests and longer payment times for completed work. The service, which has over 21,000 contractors and consultants on its database of which 90 per cent are SMEs, found that a third of respondents say com
16/02/2012
The Mayor of London, Boris Johnson, has ensured the last rail has been put firmly in place in the final link of the London Overground orbital network as he marked the completion of the track laying phase of the project. London Overground already carries two million people every week linking north,
16/02/2012
Development Securities, in joint venture with Cathedral Group, today announces that it has secured a Resolution to Grant Planning for the first phase, residential element, of its £250 million mixed-use scheme, The Old Vinyl Factory in Hayes, Middlesex. The residential element comprises 132 apartme
16/02/2012
Lovell has appointed Tony Rogers as South East regional manager for its planned and responsive maintenance business. Tony, who previously ran his own consultancy business, will head up the company's business delivering responsive and planned maintenance services for housing association and local au
16/02/2012
Colin Valley MP Jason McCartney has spent the day learning the building trade the practical way to help celebrate National Apprenticeship Week 2012. Jason became an 'apprentice' for the day with Federation of Master Builders' (FMB) member company Peter Armitage Ltd in Huddersfield. Jason, joined by
16/02/2012
Morgan Sindall has been awarded a circa £8 million contract to refurbish the subsurface platforms of Liverpool's underground stations. The programme of improvement works taking place on platforms at James Street, Lime Street and Central Stations will involve replacing wall claddings to tunnels, esc
16/02/2012
Wynne Construction have been awarded the contract for the Watersports Centre by Conwy County Borough Council. The project forms the next phase of the Colwyn Bay Waterfront Project, following a tender process carried out in 2011. The Centre will be built on top of the engineering work, which has re
16/02/2012
A Government scheme to get builders back on stalled sites and work restarted on homes has had an overwhelming response and is three times oversubscribed, Housing Minister Grant Shapps has revealed. The £420 million Get Britain Building fund is a key tenet of the Housing Strategy. Launched just two
16/02/2012
A construction company in Harrow has been fined after a worker suffered life-changing injuries when he fell seven metres from an unguarded roof. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) prosecuted R & G Construction Ltd of Harrow as a result of the incident on 7 March 2011. Vasile Ionel Vatca, a 28-y
16/02/2012
The current economic climate has created a trend for companies to refurbish their existing building stock instead of moving to newly constructed premises. Older properties represent a large proportion of the UK’s building stock making it a problematic area for improvement. One significant area to
15/02/2012
Kier Construction has begun work on the biggest ever investment in leisure facilities in Rossendale. Rossendale Council is investing £2.6m in new and improved sport and leisure facilities at Marl Pits, the investment will improve the pool and widen the range of sports facilities and make the current
15/02/2012
Shepherd Construction has secured a £33 million contract to renovate an historic building in London that will become a luxury lifestyle hotel under the Edition brand, created by Marriott International in partnership with American hotelier Ian Schrager. For Shepherd Construction the contract means a
15/02/2012
The Housing Minister has praised the latest social landlord to open its books and become more transparent to tenants. Grant Shapps said Viridian's plans to publish all expenditure over £500 from April this year would not only make them more accountable to their tenants, but would also help them inc
15/02/2012
NHBC Foundation research shows that people are highly satisfied with new homes, but unraveling zero carbon is key to further engaging consumers. New research from the NHBC Foundation shows that consumers are highly satisfied with energy efficient new homes but wider-scale engagement could be held b
15/02/2012
A French business, Nergeco, that has become a worldwide specialist for productivity doors - and is present within more than 75 countries - is now offering an expanded range of automatic and flexible doors equipped with their new Intelligent Curtain. The Dunieres firm said that it increases insulati
15/02/2012
Two individual "Frameless" glass Sunlounges providing views across both Poole Harbour and Sandbanks Beach. Located onto of an existing block of flats, this project was not without it’s logistical problems, but with the help of a crane, the units each weighing 250 kilos were man handled into position
15/02/2012
Visit us at stand N1 at the UK Concrete Show The UK Concrete show is Europe's best specialist concrete show is set to be even better in 2012 with 150 exhibitors expected, 4 theatres hosting 40 great seminars, double that of the 2011 show, plus 2 demo zones, outside and inside - that's a 60% increas
15/02/2012
Homebuyers in England and Wales are facing bills for thousands of pounds by failing to have a sufficient survey on their property before purchasing, according to recent research carried out by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). The RICS survey has found that a quarter of all home
14/02/2012
The Mayor of London, Boris Johnson, today announced his plans to invest more than £2.7 million to help rejuvenate two key town centres in Hillingdon and drive economic growth and jobs. Hillingdon Council will use the Mayor's significant investment to deliver vital improvements in the Ruislip Manor
14/02/2012
E.ON, one of the UK's leading energy companies, has launched 'E.ON Innovation' - a nationwide challenge to find the next generation of energy products and services. Open to the UK public and fronted by technology expert Pollyanna Woodward, E.ON is looking for innovative and exciting products of the
14/02/2012
Residents and hard pressed families will be delighted to hear that now over 200 councils have already signalled they intend to help with the cost of living by taking up our council tax freeze offer, Communities and Local Government Secretary Eric Pickles confirmed. Over 200 councils in England are
14/02/2012
Keepmoat gathered with partners last week to celebrate the completion of a £2 million scheme comprising new retail accommodation and apartments in Bootle. Stakeholders congregated with Keepmoat at Stanley Road to celebrate the official completion that has successfully transformed and regenerated th
14/02/2012
Mansell and its long-standing customer the UNITE Group are celebrating after securing a place on the shortlist for one of the prestigious Building awards. The entry for the "Integrated Supply Chain of the Year" category is among the final six which will go forward to the awards ceremony in April.
14/02/2012
The Managing Director of a St Helens gas supply firm has appeared in court after he and an employee suffered multiple burns in an explosion. John Webster was prosecuted by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) after he and another worker received burns to their faces, hands and legs at North West G
14/02/2012
Eurocell has continued to expand its presence along the South Coast with the opening of a new branch in Worthing. This latest opening takes the total to over 120 nationally and closely follows the unveiling of a new branch in Brighton during January. Eurocell, part of the Tessenderlo Group, is com
14/02/2012
Forrest, the leading social housing regeneration specialist, has just completed a £2 million contract for Places for People. The six-month programme in Lancaster Court, near Chorley, saw Forrest refurbish more than 70 apartments alongside window, heating and roofing work in several other properties
14/02/2012
A self-employed roofer from Leeds in Yorkshire has won gold in the young roofer section of the International Federation of Roofing Contractors World Championships. Matthew Timby was awarded the medal and world championship title at Leeds College of Building’s annual awards ceremony; and the apprent
14/02/2012
Design specialists from Contour Casings conducted an extensive and complimentary site survey, recommending Contour's metal column casings range as the robust and aesthetic solution for cladding exposed building structures in this high-traffic area. The site includes a doctor's surgery, health centr
13/02/2012
As the temperatures plummet and Londoners fight the freeze, the Mayor’s homes energy efficiency programme has reached a milestone by reaching 40,000 homes this week, helping to save an estimated £4m off energy bills. The RE:NEW energy efficiency programme is being provided to homes across the capit
13/02/2012
A Gloucestershire man has been prosecuted for carrying out remedial gas work at a restaurant in Cheltenham while falsely claiming to be registered with Gas Safe Register. Timothy Smith from Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, inspected and tested gas pipework and appliances and issued the owner of the Raj
13/02/2012
New energy efficient street lighting which will reduce carbon emissions, cut energy bills and reduce long-term maintenance costs is being installed across Peterborough. The programme, originally outlined in the Medium Term Financial Strategy as an invest to save project for 2011 to 2016, will see 6
13/02/2012
Contractors have started work to improve safety along Clarkes Lane and Sandbeds Road, Willenhall. The £90,000 scheme, being carried out in partnership between Walsall Council and Tarmac National Contracting, started on Monday 6 February and should be completed at the end of the month, weather permi
13/02/2012
Manchester City Council has become one of the first authorities in the country to monitor what each of its departments is doing to cut carbon emissions. Departments across the City Council are publishing information about what they have done over the past year to become more environmentally friendl
13/02/2012
Oxford City Council is beginning the third stage of consultation on a planning document that will shape the future of the new neighbourhood west of Barton. The document, known as the Barton Area Action Plan (AAP), outlines the draft planning policies for the development of new homes and community i
13/02/2012
A new draft planning document, 'Places for the Future' has been published for public consultation. The Supplementary Planning Document (SPD) aims to provide detailed guidance for future development and investment in Birmingham in support of the Sustainable Development policies of the draft Core Str
13/02/2012
Are your pipes properly lagged in the winter months? With the colder months drawing in AIM are offering customers placing orders during November & December an extra 10% off using promo code WARMTHISWINTER*. Every year we get hundreds of calls from people asking how to properly insulate their pipe
13/02/2012
Every week, despite the current economic climate and continued recessions thousands of people are still applying to their local planning authorities for permission to build. Active Planning Leads update you with the latest planning applications submitted to the planning authorities of your choice
13/02/2012
A firm that supplies precast concrete products to a wide range of industries across the UK has celebrated the start of its fifth year in business last month with plans to expand into significantly larger premises. Shropshire-based Elite Precast Concrete Ltd currently employs a team of 28 and manufa
10/02/2012
Morgan Sindall has successfully completed a £15 million mixed use development for the Royal Veterinary College in Hatfield, Hertfordshire. The scheme comprised the development of accommodation for 205 students, a 200-seater restaurant and three training rooms. The Royal Veterinary College, which i
10/02/2012
The UK construction industry continued to stall during the final three months of 2011, as doubts were cast over the government's ability to boost private funding to deliver on proposed infrastructure projects, according to the latest RICS Construction Market Survey. Only 14% of surveyors stated the
10/02/2012
Southend's economy is set to receive a much needed boost after Wates Construction was appointed main contractor for The Forum, the town's new library and learning facility. Wates emerged from a rigorous procurement process as the successful bidder for the ground-breaking project, one of the first o
10/02/2012
Groups and organisations wanting to start projects which benefit their environment are being urged by Derbyshire County Council to apply for a Greenwatch Action Grant. The grants provide up to £500 for projects like allotments, nature conservation and environmental education projects and local recy
10/02/2012
Housing Minister Grant Shapps has announced a new £20 million safety net to help ensure that mortgage repossession remains the last resort for struggling homeowners. This Preventing Repossessions Fund gives councils the opportunity to offer small interest free loans to struggling homeowners and ens
10/02/2012
Phase one of essential maintenance works at Queensgate Bus Station will be completed ahead of schedule meaning phase two can begin four days sooner than first planned. Phase one of the project resulted in the closure of bays 1a to 10 and was scheduled to be completed by Sunday 12 February 2012 to a
10/02/2012
In recent months, Eurovia, a subsidiary of VINCI, has been awarded five contracts in the United Kingdom to provide road-maintenance services in the English counties of North Yorkshire, Shropshire, Cheshire West and Chester City, Cheshire East, and Essex. The latter two contacts are joint ventures
10/02/2012
Rockpanel's sustainability performance has been assessed by the highly respected British Building Research Establishment (BRE) and on the basis of a Life Cycle Assessment, BRE has awarded Rockpanel an Environmental Product Declaration (EPD). This confirms that Rockpanel's facade cladding products
10/02/2012
Spit are continuing to add to their range with the introduction of their new B1 and B3 Expanding Polyurethane Foams, which improve on the previous foams that were available in the past. The B1 Foam is fire rated to EN1366 conformities by the Warrington Fire Institute, and provides 4 hours fire resi
10/02/2012
Bahama Windows and Conservatories is the premier supplier of Veka Doors in London and the surrounding areas. It's the first part of your home that greets any visitor so you naturally want to make the best impression you can. With our VEKA residential doors in PVCU, you can show a stylish welcome
10/02/2012
For over 30 years, Nergeco has become the worldwide specialist for productivity doors and is now present within more than 75 countries. We offer a whole range of automatic and flexible doors equipped with our new Intelligent Curtain. The Nergeco's Intelligent Curtain increases insulation, en
09/02/2012
A new tunnel segment manufacturing facility has begun full operations in west London, pouring the first batch of 250,000 concrete segments that will line 42km (26 miles) of Crossrail tunnels. Located at Old Oak Common, the facility will employ about 60 people at its peak, including the first of 15
09/02/2012
A £4 million investment to create job opportunities and thriving local businesses by revitalising town centres in North East Wales has received the green light, Deputy Minister for European Programmes, Alun Davies, has announced. The funding boost will mean that Flintshire and Wrexham Councils rege
09/02/2012
After launching the Department's Red Tape Challenge 'Housing and Construction' theme last month, the Secretary of State has announced the appointment of Simon Randall CBE and Councillor Stephen Greenhalgh as Sector Champions. The review of regulations will reflect the approach taken in the Housing
09/02/2012
Apollo has secured two new contracts totalling £4m with the London Borough of Newham, to carry out refurbishment work to two tower blocks. The projects, which will run for 40 and 44 weeks respectively, will include external refurbishment work, including flat roof and soil stack replacements, along
09/02/2012
Sweett Group, the property and infrastructure professional services consultancy has announced its appointment to provide contract administration and support services for the fitting out of the Shangri-La Hotel in the London Bridge Tower (The Shard), the tallest building currently under construction
09/02/2012
Notting Hill Housing has appointed Lovell Respond to deliver reactive maintenance works to part of its portfolio of properties across London. The contract, which is worth £10 million over a five-year period, will see Lovell Respond provide a repairs service 24 hours a day, 365 days a year until 201
09/02/2012
A gas fitter from Bradford has been sentenced after leaving an elderly woman at risk when he fitted a new boiler at her home. Gareth Harland, of Milligan Avenue, carried out the work between 19 and 27 February at the woman's home but failed to seal the flue to the building. Unhappy with the work, t
09/02/2012
Construction union UCATT has welcomed the initial parliamentary progress of a Bill which will prevent companies evading justice following the death of a worker. The 10 Minute Rule Bill which was moved by Luciana Berger, Labour MP for Liverpool Wavertree received its first reading. The Bill is desi
09/02/2012
The Academy of Joint Integrity was launched last year to raise awareness of sealing technology and to provide professional accredited training services to support its global client base. It remains essential that gaskets and sealing products are installed, assembled and tightened to industry best
09/02/2012
A new offensive on cutting energy waste was launched by Edward Davey today, with the creation of a dedicated team within the Department for Energy and Climate Change (DECC) assembled to spearhead energy efficiency policy and make it more relevant to people's everyday lives. The Energy and Climate C
08/02/2012
A radical move to redevelop Coventry city centre is set to take a major step forward when local people get a first look at the detailed blueprint that will begin transformation. Coventry City Council has been working in partnership with Aviva - the other major landowner - on a £300 million plan for
08/02/2012
Ringway has recently signed the contract to provide term maintenance and improvement services to North Yorkshire County Council and its highways network. The contract worth circa £250 million, will begin in April 2012, and could potentially see Ringway servicing the county for the next 10 years.
08/02/2012
An eco home based on a design by a 10-year-old schoolgirl is to be built in Redditch as part of the largest Norwegian timber frame housing development in the UK. Redditch Co-operative Homes, part of the Accord Group of housing associations, will build 58 houses and 21 apartments in the Church Hill
08/02/2012
Two workers fell eight metres from a temporary structure that collapsed while they were upon it, Cheltenham Magistrates Court heard. Spencer Gosney from Yeovil, and Matthew Brewer from Nottingham, had been sub-contracted to build a concrete core as part of a new factory building at GlaxoSmithKline'
08/02/2012
Kier has demonstrated its ongoing commitment to the training and development of its staff with the offering of a second foundation degree programme. 17 Kier employees started the Kier Foundation Degree in Integrated Maintenance and Facilities Services in January. The programme has been designed wi
08/02/2012
Knowsley Council has this week agreed to form a low carbon partnership with energy company E.ON, which will see them work together to promote low carbon energy solutions for local homes and businesses. Councillor Ron Round, Leader of Knowsley Council, and Michael Woodhead, Managing Director of E.ON
08/02/2012
British Gas, Britain's largest energy supplier, has reassured its customers following rises in prices in the wholesale gas market. This week, prices in the day-ahead market have reached their highest point since 2006, argely driven by the current cold snap affecting Europe. However, British Gas,
08/02/2012
Composite doors Croydon, supply and fully fitted from £897 including VAT! Green Conservatories supply and install quality windows, doors and conservatories across the London, South East of England and Croydon. Where others talk about quality, we install it. It's a reputation that we've worked hard
08/02/2012
Blakedown Sport & Play have completed the installation of three full size artificial sports pitches, a scheme that was worth over £1 million. Kineton School, Southam College and Queen Elizabeth School each funded their own project with the guidance of Warwickshire County Councils’ framework which i
08/02/2012
The demand for ZOUCHefoam XLPE 30 eaves fillers has been all the more pertinent in these tough economic times. The construction industry has of course been the hardest hit, and sheet metal as a form of roofing and cladding is climbing the industrial construction ranks as an economical and durable bu
07/02/2012
Elliott Off-Site Building Solutions has been commissioned by a private GP practice to design and build the new three-storey Oakland Medical Centre in the London Borough of Hillingdon. At 800m² the new medical centre will include a range of consulting rooms, treatment rooms, administration, waiting
07/02/2012
Seddon Construction has been appointed by Innovation Chain North West (ICNW), a partnership of four housing associations, to its four-year construction framework which is set to deliver housing schemes valued at up to £500 million. ICNW's key members are Great Places Housing Group, Adactus Housing
07/02/2012
Training as an apprentice is the best way to learn a trade, says the Federation of Master Builders (FMB). A survey carried out by the FMB of its members in the run up to National Apprenticeship Week 2012, which takes place between 6th and 10th February, found the apprenticeship tradition was alive
07/02/2012
Adactus Housing Association is the first housing association anywhere in the country to make a successful start on site claim under the Homes and Communities Agency's (HCA) Affordable Homes Programme. The payment has been made on a scheme of 16 two bedroom apartments at Flixton in Trafford, near Ma
07/02/2012
Willmott Dixon has started 2012 with a major statement of its development intent by securing the £60 million residential element of a mixed-use regeneration scheme in Greenwich as part of a development agreement with the developers Cathedral Group and Development Securities. Willmott Dixon's develo
07/02/2012
In an historic settlement for Londoners, Communities and Local Government Secretary, Eric Pickles has today announced £3 billion of funding for the Greater London Authority for housing and regeneration in London. These responsibilities reflect the Mayor of London's new powers and have been transfer
07/02/2012
National Grid's Electricity Alliance Central (EAC), a consortium of ABB, Morgan Sindall and Atkins, has been awarded a five-year contract extension to deliver major enhancements to the UK’s electrical transmission infrastructure. These enhancements will primarily involve the design, construction a
07/02/2012
St. Modwen Properties, the UK's leading regeneration specialist, has announced that it has submitted a detailed planning application to develop the town centre at Longbridge and separately acquired two plots of land comprising 68 acres in the West Midlands and Derbyshire. St. Modwen and its partner
07/02/2012
Opus Energy has announced the creation of new jobs alongside the launch of a bespoke NVQ Apprenticeship Scheme. The launch marks National Apprenticeship Week and celebrates Opus Energy’s recent Best Companies award win. Opus Energy is working closely with one of the UK's biggest training provider
07/02/2012
It's the first part of your home that greets any visitor so you naturally want to make the best impression you can. With our VEKA residential doors in PVCU, you can show a stylish welcome to the world while still keeping heat in and the elements out. As with any PVC-U home improvement product from
06/02/2012
An illegal gas engineer lied to a householder about being registered to the industry body and left one property at risk of explosion after carrying out work at premises in Cheltenham. Cheltenham Magistrates Court heard Christopher Clark, 39, a self-employed gas engineer, commissioned a central heat
06/02/2012
Business Secretary Vince Cable today launched the fifth annual Apprenticeship Week. The week is on track to be the biggest Apprenticeship Week to-date, with over 500 events across the country celebrating the countless achievements of learners and employers. The official launch event, held at Chann
06/02/2012
Construction has started on a £77m housing scheme that will deliver 350 new affordable rented homes in west Wiltshire. Persimmon Homes, its sister company Westbury Partnerships, Wiltshire Council, Aster Communities and the Homes and Communities Agency (HCA) all joined forces in Westbury for the off
06/02/2012
Interior Services Group plc (ISG), the international construction services group, has announced that it has signed a contract for a £100 million data centre with financial services provider Santander to construct and fit out a new facility in East Midlands. The project encompasses the construction
06/02/2012
Construction union UCATT are calling on MPs to support a Bill which will make it far more difficult for companies to escape justice, following the death of a worker. The 10 Minute Rule Bill which is being tabled by Labour MP Luciana Berger, calls for an amendment to the Health and Safety Act, givin
06/02/2012
In the midst of the biggest recession in living memory, Weston-Super-Mare based DGA Frames has increased its turnover by 72% in the last financial year and has recently moved into new, more spacious premises that now house everything under one roof, from modern offices, showroom and warehouse and di
06/02/2012
A leading galvanizing company's expertise has seen it called upon to play a part in a major oil exploration project that is aiming to tap into vast underwater reserves off the west coast of Africa. Willenhall-based B.E. Wedge, part of Wedge Group Galvanizing, galvanized almost a tonne and a half of
06/02/2012
With the increasing demands for the safe disposal of packaging, Remmers continue to lead the way in innovative packaging solutions by reducing the impact on the environment when it comes to disposal. The task - how can we make mixing resins and hardeners "fool proof"? The solution is brilliantly s
03/02/2012
Transport for London (TfL) has revealed plans for a radically improved Euston Circus, which will deliver a greener, more user-friendly area for all in the heart of the Capital. The junction, which links Euston Road, Tottenham Court Road and Hampstead Road, has for many years been a traffic dominate
03/02/2012
Atkins has been recertified with the Carbon Trust Standard for successfully measuring, managing and reducing carbon emissions across its UK operations by more than seven per cent over the last two years. The company was awarded the Carbon Trust Standard in 2009 and has honed its energy efficiency s
03/02/2012
Leading door supplier UK Oak Doors is delighted to announce the opening of its new showroom in Burton Hastings, Warwickshire. An expanding product range and continued growth have led to UK Oak Doors outgrowing their former combined office and showroom. The old showroom has been converted into a lar
03/02/2012
The London Mayor Boris Johnson has announced in final budget papers today, the first ever cut in the City Hall share of the council tax (GLA precept). This follows a three year freeze of the precept. The Mayor has allocated funds in next year's budget to the issues that matter the most. He has se
03/02/2012
Housing leaders gathered in the House of Commons for the launch of new Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) research which shows organisational culture and people are more important in driving performance than scale alone. Significant changes to the economic climate and regulation mean landlords wi
03/02/2012
Unite has welcomed the National Audit Office’s report published which makes a clear argument on the value of adult apprenticeships; they are a very good return for public spending. Unite has consistently advocated and supported the funding of adult apprenticeships, notably in manufacturing, as thes
03/02/2012
The Chair of the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has used a visit to a Cheshire oil refinery to highlight a shining example of a proper approach to health and safety. Judith Hackitt visited the Stanlow Oil Refinery in Ellesmere Port on Tuesday 31 January, where she met apprentices taking part in
03/02/2012
Harrow Council's proposed vision for the future of Harrow Town Centre, Wealdstone and Station Road, referred to collectively as the Heart of Harrow, is now out for consultation. Alongside a blog on the Council website, ten drop-in sessions are being staged over the next six weeks where people can f
03/02/2012
Swimmers in south Bristol have a lot to look forward to in 2012 as the city council and its leisure provider partner, Parkwood Community Leisure (PCL) get ready to open the state-of-the-art Hengrove Park pool and leisure centre on 29th February. Built by Kier Construction and boasting a 10-lane, 50
02/02/2012
A Suffolk plumber who put lives at risk by illegally working on domestic gas appliances has been sentenced to six months in prison. Paul Jowett, 40, of Nelson Road, Pakefield, Lowestoft, admitted five breaches of gas and health and safety regulations when he appeared at Ipswich Crown Court. A Heal
02/02/2012
House prices have declined by 0.2% in January, according to a major building society. According to the figures released on Wednesday, Nationwide said that although property prices are down on the month, they are still 0.6% higher than one year ago, with the price of a typical home now £162,228. C
02/02/2012
Four Housing Group, a not-for-profit housing provider in the North East, with funding of £1.7 million from the Homes and Communities Agency (HCA) has opened a new £2.7 million facility in conjunction with local football club, Redheugh Boys Club, for young and vulnerable people in Gateshead. The Aca
02/02/2012
The Housing Minister has highlighted how the Government's action to get Britain building again will play a vital and central role in getting the country's economy on the road to recovery. Six weeks before the budget - and less than three months since the Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister lau
02/02/2012
Willmott Dixon and Scape's plan to reduce the cost of new schools by up to 30 per cent took a major step forward after Warwickshire County Council become the first local authority to purchase one of their new standardised designs. The two organisations launched a standardised product range last yea
02/02/2012
Construction union UCATT have unearthed fundamental flaws in the Government’s flagship policy designed to reinvigorate the Right to Buy. The flaws are detailed in UCATT's submission to the Department of Communities and Local Government's consultation, Reinvigorating the Right To Buy. The Governmen
02/02/2012
Two firms have been fined after a worker at Drax Power Station in North Yorkshire suffered a broken foot when a 13kg weight dropped nearly four metres from an overhead crane. A mechanical fitter, from Scunthorpe, had been operating the 21-ton crane with a colleague and needed it to change direction
02/02/2012
According to new research from E.ON, nearly half (42%) of us have experienced boiler problems during the winter meaning a staggering 11 million households could be left without heating or hot water in our coldest temperatures. In the midst of the winter weather E.ON has equipped its central heating
02/02/2012
New and updated 2012 editions of the PSA Schedule of Rates for Decoration Work and PSA Schedule of Rates for Landscape Management are now available at 10% discount from
02/02/2012
The former Home Brewery building on Sir John Robinson Way in Arnold, which is currently used by Nottinghamshire County Council as offices, is up for sale. The Council announced plans to sell the building in December 2010 as part of a broader programme to save £2 million in running costs by making b
01/02/2012
A construction company and director have been fined following the death of a worker at a site in Hampstead. Father-of-one, Craig Page, of Islington, was working on a building site in Denning Road, when a mini-crawler crane was in the process of lifting a skip onto the site. The skip, containing li
01/02/2012
A high school in Chorlton has had a major refurbishment bringing it up to the same standard as a new-build school - with a saving of over £1 million. Loreto High School has had an £12 million revamp which has transformed the external and internal appearance of the school. The Building Schools for
01/02/2012
'Truly amazing' is how the construction site for the Plymouth Life Centre has been described in a new report published by the Considerate Constructors Scheme (CCS). The project's main contractor Balfour Beatty was praised during a third inspection of the £46.5 million scheme and achieved a total sc
01/02/2012
The Homes and Communities Agency (HCA) and Derby City Council have agreed a deal to create around 700 new homes for the city. The HCA and the Council have worked together to prepare the old Manor and Kingsway Hospital site ready for new housing and a business park - and they have now appointed Kier
01/02/2012
Kristian Weatherley-Kaye has joined Socomec UPS, one of Europe's largest manufacturers of critical power equipment, as Critical Power Applications Manager. Kristian will be supporting UK customers with advice and technical information to ensure that they select the correct critical power solution f
01/02/2012
The National Federation of Builders (NFB) has announced its first annual awards scheme to celebrate the high quality work and commitment delivered by members to improve the built environment. The awards reflect the dynamic nature of the construction industry and provide a unique opportunity for NF
01/02/2012
Balfour Beatty, the international infrastructure group, announces today that in consortium with Thales, it has been awarded a £335 million contract by the railway operator and developer in Denmark, Banedanmark, to transform much of the country’s rail signalling system. Balfour Beatty Rail and Thale
01/02/2012
The Mayor of London has welcomed Spurs' commitment to work with him and Haringey Council to progress the development of its new stadium at Northumberland Park. Boris Johnson also called on the club to urgently accelerate its business plans and deliver its part of the huge investment package so cru
01/02/2012
With a drought expected this summer and many homes lacking basic energy efficiency measures, Britain's biggest gas and water utilities will pair up next month to help their customers save money by using water and energy more wisely. Under the agreement which will extend over the next five years, Th
01/02/2012
Zero-Carbon Homes are a step closer after new proposals were announced to cut carbon emissions in new and existing buildings by Communities Minister Andrew Stunell. Mr Stunell said changes to the country's building regulations would make new homes, shops and offices warmer and cheaper to run, suppo
01/02/2012
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