All Building articles in 21 January 2011 – Page 3
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Stop right there
This week’s theme is ’caution’. From a cash-happy economist, to pillow-throwing protestors, to the RICS’ attempts to cash in on water, my advice is: count to 10 before making hasty decisions
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NewsMorgan Sindall expands in Scotland using Rok remains
Contractor plans £30m-turnover Inverness business after taking on staff from Rok subsidiary Tulloch
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CommentQuentin Shears: The great stadium dispute
Quentin receives an invitation from Gator Corp to build a croquet venue - then demolish it
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NewsLetwin leads secret review into private housing delivery
Government begins first major review of private housing policy for seven years
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NewsTaylor Wimpey US sale could wipe out debt
UK firm is considering selling North American arm to help raise funds after a tough year
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Open mike: The good old days
The Property Services Agency did more good than harm, despite what its detractors - and the state of public sector procurement - may suggest. What we need now, says Steve Hale, is a new, streamlined version
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NewsCrunch meeting for L&Q dog track
L&Q meets with local MP’s and potential Walthamsow Stadium buyer Bob Morton, to discuss the future of the development
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FeaturesA hard man to lose: Rob Holden on leaving Crossrail
When Rob Holden, chief executive of Crossrail, resigned last week, the company was quick to try to reassure its partners. But questions remain as to why he quit and where his departure leaves the £14.5bn project in its most critical year so far
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NewsHolden frustrated by Crossrail
Structure of Crossrail organisation spurs chief executive into quitting
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NewsRICS cracks down on members’ misdemeanours
Questions raised over body’s right to impose fines and costs in previously decided court cases
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FeaturesEuro contractors: Is the UK market in their grip?
Even the big guns in this year’s Top 200 European contractors league tables will feel the pain as public spending shrinks everywhere. But they could find good hunting among the UK’s large projects. Dave Lowery examines what lies behind the rankings listed over the next nine pages
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A little consideration please
When the construction industry is losing staff left, right and centre, including Turner &Townsend, I find Robert Deatker’s comments (14 January, page 30) on his “favourite restaurant in Barbados” and his “favourite meal of clams and linguine”, to be crass, affected and insensitive. I couldn’t bring myself to read the ...
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Tick-tock: the sustainability clock
What are construction companies doing to meet the 2019 carbon emissions targets?
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Common mistakes in ... tiered dispute resolution clauses
The fourth in a series on dos and don’ts on major projects discusses tiered dispute resolution clauses, which can save you time, money and paper hankies
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CommentA harsh reality check
Arup’s redundancies this week are an unfortunate reflection of the state of the industry
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FeaturesThe tracker: That's snow business
The industry was badly affected by the winter weather and construction activity is expected to continue to decline through the start of 2011. Experian Marketing Information Services reports
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FeaturesMadani Sow: Why it’s great to be in Britain
Innovation in business practice and access to wider markets make Britain a good place for a French contractor to be, says the boss of Bouygues UK. And then there is the opportunity for more acquisitions
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THE NAME’S BOND
Bonds are a crucial part of contractual relationships, but do you know your on-demand bond from your conditional bond? A recent case should help you
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