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‘Major issues’ with HS2 Holocaust memorial and nuclear subs ministers warned

Publish date: Thu, 16 January 2025

Some 27 of the 227 large-scale schemes the Government is overseeing appear to be unachievable, according to the Infrastructure and Projects Authority

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Chamillionaire Net Worth From Rap Icon to Investment Guru

Publish date: Thu, 16 January 2025

$50 million is Chamillionaire’s net worth. Not only is he successful as a rapper, but he is also an investor. Computing, property development, and the entertainment industries are all part of his...

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PLASSON UK appoints new business development manager

Publish date: Thu, 16 January 2025

PLASSON UK has appointed Adam Gatrell as their new business development manager to further PLASSON reach into the M&E and specifications sectors with the PLASSON MCP System. With several years of...

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From Amsterdam to Soho Zum Barbarossa makes its London debut

Publish date: Thu, 16 January 2025

Zum Barbarossa is London’s newest speakeasy bar serving up a range of expertly mixed cocktails along with late-night entertainment, in the heart of Soho.  The stunning 1730 Grade II listed...

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Is a four-day work week beneficial?

Publish date: Thu, 16 January 2025

Four-day workweek could increase construction turnover by £5.2 billion This figure comes from the sales engagement experts at Sopro, who have analysed the data from the UK’s largest four-day...

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SOMs Burj Khalifa put Dubai on the map

Publish date: Thu, 16 January 2025

Next in our 21st-Century Architecture: 25 Years 25 Buildings series we examine SOM's Burj Khalifa – the most significant building completed in 2010 and still the world's tallest skyscraper. "In...

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Is work experience worth it for sixth formers? Sharlotte’s journey into construction says “Yes!”

Publish date: Thu, 16 January 2025

In a landscape where sixth formers face pressures to excel academically and plan for the future, work experience can be valuable and help guide young people into deciding next steps. Sharlotte...

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Exploring Specialist Self-Build Site Insurance

Publish date: Thu, 16 January 2025

Many self-builders assume that if they use a contractor or builder, they would have their own insurance cover for the entire build from start to finish, but sadly, this is rarely the case. Your...

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New RIBA building safety recommendations shared in wake of Grenfell report

Publish date: Thu, 16 January 2025

New RIBA building safety recommendations have been published in a full response to the Grenfell Inquiry Phase 2 report.The postNew RIBA building safety recommendations shared in wake of Grenfell...

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Dont Move Improve! 2025 shortlist spotlights Londons best home renovations

Publish date: Thu, 16 January 2025

A glazed double-height extension by EBBA Architects and a green terrazzo-lined home by ConForm Architects are among London's best new home renovations, according to this year's 14-strong Don't...

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The Advantages of Moving into a New Build Home

Publish date: Thu, 16 January 2025

The Advantages of Moving into a New Build Home Prospective homeowners, whether families, couples or individual buyers, can find what they need in a new build home. This is because UK new builds offer...

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Guide about Roles and Career Development in Demolition

Publish date: Thu, 16 January 2025

Presentation This document aims to clearly define the different roles of the various workers who carry out demolition and decontamination works and to outline their potential career paths. Moreover,...

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Get on top of new highways compliance laws and avoid unnecessary fines

Publish date: Thu, 16 January 2025

Re-flow examins the new rules around English highways and how to ensure compliance in your roadwork operations.The postGet on top of new highways compliance laws and avoid unnecessary finesappeared...

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Rothley announces new appointments

Publish date: Thu, 16 January 2025

Rothley the decorative and construction hardware company has announced a range of key changes within its leadership team. Stuart Hobbs will transition from his position as managing director to chief...

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Planning progresses on $940M Milton Ulladulla Bypass

Image courtesy of the New South Wales Government.Planning on the $940 million Milton Ulladulla Bypass continues to power ahead, with Secretary Environmental Assessment Requirements (SEARs) being...

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Funding to boost Hobart infrastructure developments

Image courtesy of City of Hobart.The Federal Government is providing funding to upgrade two key pieces of community infrastructure in and around Hobart. More than …The postFunding to boost Hobart...

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Are you in the rental/hire space?

Image: adobe.stock.com/Kalyakan.Do you provide machinery, equipment and more in the rental and hire sector? For our next edition of Roads & …The postAre you in the rental/hire space?appeared first...

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How to Build an Outdoor Fire Pit Area – The Home Depot

Publish date: Wed, 15 April 2015

Caitlin of Desert Domicile designed this cozy patio fire pit area for The Home Depot’s Patio Style Challenge: http://thd.co/1DirlRa

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Paul Griffiths Appointed Regional Specification Manager at AccuRoof

Publish date: Wed, 15 January 2025

ACCUROOF has appointed Paul Griffiths as the new Regional Specification Manager for the Southwest of England. Paul Griffiths joins the team with 40 years of experience in the construction market,...

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Roofer Transforms Company Vans into Homeless Shelters During Cold Spell

Publish date: Wed, 15 January 2025

AS TEMPERATURES dropped below freezing across the UK last week, a St Helens roofer opened his vans as temporary shelters for the homeless. Jon Atherton, owner of roofing firm The Roof Rangers,...

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Building Costs to Increase by 17% Over Next Five Years

Publish date: Wed, 15 January 2025

BUILDING COSTS will increase by 17% over the next five years, while tender prices will rise by 19% over the same period, according to the latest construction forecast data from the Building Cost...

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Baltimores $2B Key Bridge Rebuild Kicks Off

Publish date: Wed, 15 January 2025

Pre-construction work for the estimated $2-billionFrancis Scott Key Bridge rebuilt in Baltimore has begun.

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Widespread Support for Rooftop Solar on New Buildings

Publish date: Thu, 16 January 2025

MOST PEOPLE asked support for rooftop solar to be installed on all new homes and commercial buildings. This is the finding of a recent poll by YouGov for CPRE, the countryside charity, showing 82% of...

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House sales prices and buyer inquiries increased in December – surveyors

Publish date: Thu, 16 January 2025

Signals around housing market expectations for the next 12 months ‘remain solidly positive for now,’ surveyors reported.

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Five trends that will impact engineers in 2025

Publish date: Thu, 16 January 2025

Image: MrAshiAs we step into 2025, the engineering profession is poised for transformation. Renowned futurist Bernard Marr’s trend forecast underlines not just global changes but also the critical...

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Engineering Construction Activity Hits 7-Year High

Publish date: Thu, 16 January 2025

Conditions within the civil and engineering construction sector across Australia remain extremely buoyant as activity has reached its highest level in seven years, a new report shows.

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QUBE Development breaks ground with Phase 1 of Arisha Terraces

Publish date: Thu, 16 January 2025

All apartments will have integrated smart home systems featuring environmental sensors to promote energy efficiencyThe postQUBE Development breaks ground with Phase 1 of Arisha Terracesappeared first...

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ABB expands residential energy management portfolio in North America with Lumin acquisition

Publish date: Thu, 16 January 2025

The deal addresses significant opportunity for electrification and renewable energy solutions for new and retrofitted homes across the continentThe postABB expands residential energy management...

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Sweden Commences Construction on 100000-Year Nuclear Fuel Storage Site: Expected to be Completed in 2080

Publish date: Thu, 16 January 2025

Sweden’s nuclear fuel storage site has commenced construction, a project aimed at storing spent nuclear fuel. The endeavour is only the second such site in ...Read moreThe postSweden Commences...

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Dealing with Construction Noise in Nearby Rentals: Tips for Tenants

Publish date: Thu, 16 January 2025

Living in a rental property near an active construction site can feel like you’re constantly living in a rock concert — minus the fun of live music. The relentless sound of jackhammers, drills,...

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