All Building articles in 2002 issue 24 – Page 2
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Contractors warned over use of non-English speakers
Construction Confederation says non-English speaking workers may pose threat on dangerous sites.
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CIC launches design indicators
The Construction Industry Council and the government will launch a new tool next month to assess the design and quality of buildings.
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NewsDoubts surface over funding of Laing Homes buyout
Venture capitalist 3i 'unconvinced' that £400m management buyout is best way to dispose of housebuilder.
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Features
Five internet sites for small businesses
www.fsb.org.ukThe Federation of Small Businesses is an independent lobby group. The site has a wealth of information including the results of surveys of its members, the in-depth analysis of key business issues, and plenty of practical advice. You can telephone the federation on 01253-336000. www.iod.comThe Institute of Directors produces lots ...
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NewsRegs minister makes debut speech at Building reception
Building hosts Christopher Leslie and 150 industry leaders, MPs and peers at annual House of Commons event.
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Integration nation: How Britain is dealing with foreign workers
In a week of high-profile discussions on immigration in general and the future of migrant workers in British construction in particular, we examine what the industry is doing to solve the problems
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Hadid honoured in Queen's birthday list
RIBA receptionist Bill Jacob and architect Zaha Hadid were among those honoured in the Queen's birthday honours list.
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NewsBanner sale heralds D-Day for private housebuilders
Future of Ward Homes, Cala Homes and Linden Homes in balance as backers consider whether to sell up.
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Arup enjoys surge in year-end profit
Consultant Arup more than doubled its profit for the year to 31 March 2001.
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FeaturesArt for art's sake
Exposed, geometric concrete is making a comeback in Sheffield with an award-winning complex of artists' studios designed by Feilden Clegg Bradley. But, wonders Martin Spring, will it stand the test of time?
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FeaturesAppointments
HousebuildersCarol Bosley has joined the Redrow sales team in the Midlands as sales manager. Sharon Osborne (left) has been appointed field sales manager.Persimmon Homes has appointed Walter Harrison site manager.Linden Homes has appointed Andrew Brown managing director of Linden Homes North-west. ConsultantsInternational property adviser GVA Grimley has promoted Martin Hoyle ...
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Comment
Of apes, men and swine
This is a view of the ugly face of construction, where the strong shaft the weak, the weak detest the strong and nobody is on anybody else's side
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Bovis deals another blow to Labour's PFI housing plans
Contractor's decision to pull out of £30m Camden pathfinder scheme leaves only one bidder in race.
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Comment
Amnesty international?
In the first of a regular series, the construction minister discusses the pros and cons of legitimising the many illegal immigrants on UK building sites
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Alfred McAlpine tipped for Brighton stadium
Brighton and Hove Albion FC has lined up Alfred McAlpine to build a £44m stadium at Falmer, East Sussex, after it was given planning permission by the city council.
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Features
There may be trouble ahead
In this month's tracker, Construction Forecasting and Research reports a slight improvement in April – but unfortunately the good news is marred by a rather less optimistic outlook
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Safety portfolio stays at transport after reshuffle
The government's health and safety portfolio is to stay with the Department for Transport after a review of departmental responsibilities, it emerged this week.
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NewsAffordable housing quota to hit dome profit
The government could lose more than £100m on the Millennium Dome site if London mayor Ken Livingstone pushes through plans to impose a 50% affordable housing quota on the scheme.
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NewsSwiss giant ABB puts UK subsidiary on the market
Swiss engineer puts M&E contractor ABB Building Systems up for sale to concentrate on the power industry.
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QSs predict 4% inflation
Tender prices will increase 3.5-4% this year, according to two forecasts from QS practices.
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