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Last week’s Budget… I don’t think we’re there yet

Tom O’Brien, director, O’Brien Contractors, reflects on the construction commitments made in last week’s Autumn Budget and why these need to go further.

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Ealing’s tallest tower ‘will answer London’s affordable housing crisis’

Planning has been submitted for a 100% affordable residential tower in Ealing, which developers say will “answer mayor’s housing crisis vision”.

Steps to get ahead of new VAT rules in construction

With the new VAT rules coming into force, the independent pre-qualification service Constructionline, has produced a guide for those affected.

Eric Wright secures duo of DfE construction contracts

Eric Wright Construction (EWC) has secured two new construction contracts through the Department of Education’s (DfE) major public sector framework.

JV announces acquisition of £17m project in King’s Cross

Prime Pacific and ED Group has announced the formation of a strategic joint venture targeting the central London residential development sector.

Demolition of Great Western sheds complete at HS2’s Old Oak Common

HS2 has completed the demolition of the former Great Western Railway sheds at Old Oak Common as work continues to prepare the way for the high-speed rail project’s West London super-hub.

Crossrail costs rise again as project is plagued with delays

In a written ministerial statement, transport secretary Chris Grayling has revealed that the costs for the Crossrail project are now forecast at around £2.8bn.

Joint venture completes sale of Normanton scheme

Kier Property with Maple Grove has sold its Tri-Link140 industrial scheme in Normanton to Huntingdonshire district council for an undisclosed sum.

Boris Johnson could help ‘transform the built environment’, says BESA

The new government team led by Boris Johnson has an opportunity to dramatically shift policy on the built environment and deliver higher standards of safety, sustainability and social justice, according to BESA.

Why we must reform the way we procure our infrastructure

Ron Fraser, executive director of Construction Scotland, discusses why the construction industry must reform the way they procure infrastructure.

How developers and planners can meet the needs of local plans

Stephen Pratt at Godwin Developments, discusses securing planning approval for the Landmark building, which is set to become Derby’s tallest building.

L&G announces new operating model for property management

LGIM Real Assets (Legal & General) announces that it has established a new innovative operating model for managing its buildings, which is set to help disrupt the property industry.

Prater secures Manchester Airport Terminal Two package

After successful work on Manchester Airport Pier One and Link Bridge, Prater has been appointed to deliver another complete envelope package to the airport’s new Terminal Two.

Record year for Turner & Townsend as turnover hits £640m

Turner & Townsend reported their ninth consecutive year of growth, with turnover reaching £640m for the year ending 30 April 2019.

VolkerFitzpatrick & Osborne win new Highways England contracts

Highways England has signed a £61.4m contract with supply chain partner Geoffrey Osborne Ltd and a £52.4m contract with VolkerFitzpatrick.

Morgan Sindall to deliver £97.5m Hackney regeneration scheme

Morgan Sindall has been appointed to deliver two schemes for Hackney Council worth a combined total of £97.5m, as part of the Hackney regeneration scheme.

Interserve named as preferred bidder for High Point Academy

Interserve Group has been named as the preferred bidder to build the £8m High Point Academy in Wednesbury, West Midlands.

Thomas Sinden to deliver new homes at infill site in East London

Thomas Sinden has been appointed by Poplar Harca as the contractor to deliver 13 new homes at an infill site in East London.

HS2: High-speed railway ‘costs could spiral by £30bn’

The cost of the UK’s HS2 high-speed railway line could cost as much as £30bn over its original £55.7bn budget, according to the Financial Times.

Amey Consulting wins funding to improve roadside air quality

Amey Consulting has won funding for two innovative projects that will use smart technology to improve air quality around major A roads and motorways.

Cheshire West and Chester adopt part two of its local plan

Cheshire West and Chester Council Members have adopted the Cheshire West and Chester Local Plan (Part Two) presented to full Council.

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