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Specialist structural warranty provider and latent defects insurer Build-Zone's 20-years in UK and Irish construction

Structural warranty provider Build-Zone celebrates 20 years of insuring the construction...

Specialist structural warranty provider and latent defects insurer Build-Zone has developed a strong reputation in the UK and Irish construction sectors, helping to reduce risks on everything from single homes to large residential and commercial developments.
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The Conversation with Re-flow: Technological advancement and growth with Glanville Environmental

Re-flow returns for its third episode of The Conversation podcast with industry guest Glanville Environmental to discuss business growth and adapting to change.
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£80k fine for classroom ceiling collapse that injured 15 children and...

Thurlow Educational Trust has been fined £80k after a classroom ceiling collapse at Rosemead Preparatory School in London injured 15 children and their teacher.
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Kier, Laing O’Rourke and Wates score £225m MoJ contract

A trio of contractors have been selected to provide up to 1,200 new prison places across the UK by 2025 under the new MoJ contract.
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Industry reacts to Government scrapping nutrient neutrality rules

The Government is scrapping nutrient neutrality legislation to boost housebuilding- but experts say UK rivers would be at increased risk of pollution.
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Costain to deliver airport upgrade designs across three major sites

Manchester Airports Group has selected Costain to design critical upgrades to Manchester, London Stanstead and East Midlands airports.
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What is the value of community engagement?

Community engagement should be more than a box to tick; proactive, inclusive and collaborative engagement can deliver not only better value for the developer but more diverse and sustainable place-making for all, says Marsha Ramroop of Building People.
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FlowForma Process Automation tool key to Breheny Civil Engineering’s digitalisation

Flowforma's Process Automation tool has been key to Breheny Civil Engineering's ongoing digitalisation, integrating seamlessly into current software.
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How gender inequality in urban planning fails to address women’s fear...

Rectifying gender inequality in urban planning can play a significant role in addressing women’s fear of crime- and create safer environments for everyone, says Olivia Docker of Boyer.
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The role of retrospective defects insurance: A bridge to property sale

Selling a property can be a daunting task, especially when it comes to navigating the complex world of insurance requirements. In this article, Build Warranty® explores the role of retrospective defects insurance in streamlining property sales.
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R&D tax relief process streamlined to enhance compliance

Changes to the Research and Development or R&D tax relief process enable your company to embrace greater compliance and accountability.
SterlingOSB PrimedPlus from West Fraser

SterlingOSB PrimedPlus: Rapid-deployment, weather-resistant OSB3 board for construction security

SterlingOSB PrimedPlus from West Fraser is a factory-primed OSB3 board, ready to be immediately erected around construction projects or buildings in need of protection.
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Five HS2 workers injured in Northolt lift shaft incident

Five HS2 workers have been injured and hospitalized in a lift shaft incident in Northolt, London.
Cruden is set to build nearly 50 energy efficient and affordable homes on a brownfield site in Craigshill, Livingston 

Affordable homes to be built on Livingston brownfield site

Cruden is set to build nearly 50 energy efficient and affordable homes on a brownfield site in Craigshill, Livingston.
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Public asbestos exposure leads to £90k fine for construction company

Esskay Construction Ltd has received a £90,000 fine for public asbestos exposure during renovation works in Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent.
Scottish civils contractor Global Infrastructure has won a multi-million pound SSEN Transmission contract to construct warehouse facilities in Dundee and Inverness

SSEN Transmission contract for Scottish strategic warehouses won by Global Infrastructure

Scottish civils contractor Global Infrastructure has won a multi-million pound SSEN Transmission contract to construct warehouse facilities in Dundee and Inverness.
InSite: Building Safety and Standards - Paul Cullum

Premier Guarantee speaks to Paul Cullum ahead of InSite: Building safety...

Premier Guarantee will once again host expert speakers to discuss the key issues facing the construction industry this year.
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Actis’ revolutionary new reflective insulation is fast, clean and efficient

Actis introduces Eolis HC, a two-in-one reflective insulation for construction. With quick installation, thermal bridging prevention, and sustainable features, Eolis HC is transforming the industry.
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UK Construction Week Birmingham unveils diverse hub programme

UK Construction Week has unveiled the details of its upcoming Hub programme in Birmingham.
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Taylormade Landscape Contractors: Re-flow field management software review

In this article, Re-flow explores how Taylormade Landscape Contractors improved their streamlining processes, saved time, and achieved greater oversight of their operational processes with Re-flow field management software.
Delta Junction - Water Orton Viaducts

HS2’s Delta Junction project hits milestone with Water Orton Viaduct

HS2 has completed the first of 32 piers for the Water Orton Viaduct as part of the Delta Junction project.
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Kier appointed to deliver 900-place net zero school in Bournemouth

The Department for Education (DfE) has appointed Kier to deliver the redevelopment of a net zero school in Bournemouth.
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NG Bailey secures over £150m worth of engineering contracts

NG Bailey has confirmed a series of engineering contracts worth over £150m, secured in the last quarter.
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Over 1 in 3 families set to face higher winter energy...

The Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) has raised concerns over a new report by the Resolution Foundation, which reveals that one in three households will face higher winter energy bills.
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CIOB calls for a rethink of government loan-based energy schemes

The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) has called for a new loan-based energy scheme to improve efficiency for UK homeowners.
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7 ways Imerso’s construction software can supercharge your projects

In this article, find out the seven ways that Imerso's construction software can instantly improve control over projects, prevent costly rework and delays, and keep your teams on the same page.