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Appeals round-up: 4000-home development held up by water vole concerns Solar park would harm Wolds and place aircraft at risk

Publish date: Fri, 15 November 2024

A round-up of planning appeals: 9 November-15 November 2024

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Government: New buildings in six major zones must be ‘heat network-ready’

Publish date: Fri, 15 November 2024

The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) announced in October that it had selected six towns, cities and areas in which to develop England's first heat network zones, where pioneering...

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Ian Hazard renovates and extends 1960s house in Leeds

Publish date: Fri, 15 November 2024

The one-off 1960s dwelling sits on a steeply sloping mature woodland site in a quiet suburb of the Roundhay Conservation Area in Leeds. Few alterations had been carried out to the property since its...

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Peel Waters’ Basin3 employment campus approved

Publish date: Fri, 15 November 2024

Medway Council has formalised its planning decision to approve the regeneration of an 18-acre Industrial Estate in Gillingham, Kent, into a high-spec, sustainable employment and enterprise campus...

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Littow Architectes creates collection of off-grid cabins on Helsinki archipelago

Publish date: Fri, 15 November 2024

Paris-based Littow Architectes has designed a group off-grid holiday homes on the coast in the Helsinki archipelago, Finland. Named the Majamaja Off-Grid Village, the cabins are located on a rocky...

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London sees 91% collapse in mayor-funded affordable housing starts

Publish date: Fri, 15 November 2024

The Architects’ JournalLondon sees 91% collapse in mayor-funded affordable housing startsThe number of mayor-funded affordable homes started in London last year collapsed by 91 per cent compared...

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Algeco UK backs Road Safety Week 2024 highlighting the devastating impact of road crashes

Publish date: Fri, 15 November 2024

In a powerful demonstration of its commitment to safer roads, Algeco UK has announced its support for Road Safety Week 2024, which takes place this year from November 17th-23rd. Road Safety Week is...

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Dalata Hotel Group Announces Sixth Hotel in London

Publish date: Fri, 15 November 2024

Dalata Hotel Group plc (‘Dalata’ or the ‘Group’), the largest hotel operator in Ireland, with a growing presence in the United Kingdom and Continental Europe, is pleased to announce that it...

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MEA ACEC-Ontario launch revised standard agreement for engineering projects

Publish date: Fri, 15 November 2024

MISSISSAUGA, ONT. — The Municipal Engineers Association (MEA) and the Association of Consulting Engineering Companies – Ontario (ACEC-Ontario) have released the latest revision of the...

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Wavin’s Product Manager for Foul Water Systems talks water management

Publish date: Fri, 15 November 2024

Speaking on the importance 0f below-ground foul water management, Steve Jeffries, Wavin’s Product Manager for Foul Water Systems explains how housebuilders can rise to the challenge with effective...

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FIM Partners HIVE and Rafal Real Estate Development Company to establish $150mn development fund

Publish date: Fri, 15 November 2024

Financial Posted on November 15, 2024 Share Tweet Share Share Email The strategic partnership aims to address the growing demand for flexible...

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Delmon Industrial Complex to set up $13.5m Plant in KEZAD

Publish date: Fri, 15 November 2024

Construction Posted on November 15, 2024 Share Tweet Share Share Email The collaboration is part of strategy to meet sustainable manufacturing...

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Biden funded new factories and infrastructure projects but Trump might get to cut the ribbons

Publish date: Fri, 15 November 2024

WASHINGTON — All that’s left is for President-elect Donald Trump to put his name on it — if he wants. Trump won the White House in large part because of voters’ frustration with high prices...

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Britain’s public infrastructure renewal requires a new mechanism for leveraging private investment

Publish date: Fri, 15 November 2024

As the Government has promised a boost to public infrastructure, Craig Elder and Paul Hill of Browne Jacobson discuss the changes needed to make this promise a reality.The postBritain’s public...

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Ontario building more EV charging stations in small medium-sized communities

Publish date: Fri, 15 November 2024

AJAX, ONT. — The Ontario government has announced it is building over 1,300 new electric vehicle (EV) charging ports in small and medium-sized communities across the province. The new chargers are...

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CIBSE’s Build2Perform Live 2024 celebrated another year of industry excellence

Publish date: Fri, 15 November 2024

The ninth annual Build2Perform Live, hosted by CIBSE on 13 – 14 November 2024 at London Excel, has once again proven to be a pivotal event for the building services industry. The event attracted an...

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Actis continues seven-year relationship with LABC by renewing CPD partner support

Publish date: Fri, 15 November 2024

The renewal this autumn of insulation specialist Actis' CPD partner support with LABC marks the seventh year of a relationship between the two organisations.The postActis continues seven-year...

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Ground broken on $1.7B EV battery separator plant in Port Colborne

Publish date: Fri, 15 November 2024

PORT COLBORNE, ONT. — Construction of Asahi Kasei’s $1.7 billion manufacturing facility in Port Colborne to produce lithium-ion battery separators, a key component of electric vehicle (EV)...

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CIC welcomes five new members from across construction industry

Publish date: Fri, 15 November 2024

The Construction Inclusion Coalition has welcomed five new members to its ranks as more businesses from across the construction sector sign up to the Built on Better pledge.The postCIC welcomes five...

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ISG: 100 jobs saved after fit-out business sold

Publish date: Fri, 15 November 2024

Morris & Spottiswood has acquired part of the former construction firm ISG, saving 111 jobs. The Glasgow-headquartered company announced it purchased fit-out business ISG Cathedral. The value of the...

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Building leadership opportunities for women in construction

Image: Allistair F/peopleimages.com/stock.adobe.comA recent study by the National Association of Women in Construction has unveiled a significant gap in female representation within …The...

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$400 million Darwin Renewable Energy Hub consultation opens

Image: stock.adobe.com/ teeraponPublic feedback is being sought on the proposed development of a $400 million Darwin Renewable Energy Hub (REH). The project …The post$400 million Darwin Renewable...

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Major rail upgrade supports north-west NSW grain industry

Image: stock.adobe.com/ Taras RudenkoThe Australian Rail Track Corporation has completed the Narrabri to Turrawan Line Upgrade just in time for what’s anticipated to be one …The postMajor rail...

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NAWIC announces new CEO – Cathryn Greville

Image: shelbys/stock.adobe.comAt a time when the role of women in construction has never been more important, the National Association of Women …The postNAWIC announces new CEO – Cathryn...

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Queensland Major Projects Pipeline Report released

Publish date: Thu, 14 November 2024

Image: Elite_Street_Images/shutterstock.comThe Queensland Major Contractors Association (QMCA) has published its 13th annual projects pipeline report revealing a significant increase in...

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Qld Gov pauses Best Practice Industry Conditions

Publish date: Thu, 14 November 2024

Image: Dagwoodave87/shutterstock.comThe Queensland Government is pausing the use of Best Practice Industry Conditions (BPICs) on new government-funded construction projects as part of efforts to...

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California Closets Myrtle Beach Elevates Local Interior Design at Grande Dunes’ ‘Night of Design’

Publish date: Fri, 15 November 2024

California Closets Myrtle Beach teamed up with the Grande Dunes community to offer personalized consultations and strengthen community awareness. Our ‘Night of Design’ event was about connecting...

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Nanovations’ Next Gen Glass Coatings: More Durable Less Dust

Publish date: Fri, 15 November 2024

Nanovations Pty Ltd, a leading innovator in nanotechnology, is proud to announce the launch of its next generation glass coating products. The target markets for this product include buildings and...

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South Carolina Home Wins MRA’s Residential Project Competition

Publish date: Fri, 15 November 2024

In low country hurricane region, how to make sure homes are not only beautiful, but able to withstand extreme tropical storms, is the ultimate goal....The postSouth Carolina Home Wins MRA’s...

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The Importance of Expert Witnesses in Wrongful Death Cases

Publish date: Fri, 15 November 2024

Experiencing the loss of a loved one is incredibly painful, and when that loss is due to someone else’s negligence, the grief can feel overwhelming. In these situations, families often consider a...

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