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CommentWhy we can be green without compromising on cost
The government’s review of carbon emission form infrastructure should point the way for the rest of the industry
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CommentOn the rise
The CPA/Barbour ABI Index for December shows a recovery in construction driven by private housing
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Comment2014: Catch it if you can
After a grim start to the year, workloads and demand have really picked up and 2014 now seems a much more positive prospect. Now we just need the supply, capacity, skills and wages to catch up - and fast
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NewsThree firms make cut for £93m Pf2 schools
Exclusive: Three firms have been shortlisted for a £93m batch of privately-financed schools in the North west
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NewsLaing O'Rourke director exits firm
Exclusive: Steve Hollingshead, Laing O’Rourke group director of human capital, leaves post after six months
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NewsEC Harris appoints new UK boss
Appointment one of several senior changes at firm and Dutch parent Arcadis
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Comment2013: The year in which planning started to work
Increasing planning approvals have demonstrated the NPPF is working, but there will be more reform for 2014
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FeaturesA look at 2014: Chris Brown, Igloo
The chief executive of Igloo on how he feels the economic recovery will affect his business next year
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NewsBoris settles Ministry of Sound row
London mayor approves plans for 335 homes next to historic club, as well as controversial free school in Southwark
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NewsGreen light for BBC Television Centre revamp
Developer Stanhope’s plans to redevelop BBC Television Centre in West London have been given the green light by Hammersmith Fulham council
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NewsProbe into West End theatre collapse
Investigators on site after section of ceiling came down, injuring 76
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NewsAukett buys Swanke’s European arm for £1.6m
Combined business forecast to have revenue of around £16m
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NewsRenzo Piano's Kimble art gallery pavillion opens
Solar photovoltaic roof generates electricity for building lighting and cooling
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CommentChanging behavior requires genuine engagement
The best way to reduce waste to to prevent it being created in the first place. Reducing waste on site therefore requires early and meaningful intervention
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CommentMy predictions for sustainability in 2014
There is much that the industry can do for itself in 2014, but still need greater clarity from government on several key issues
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CommentWhy fracking is inevitable
The UK’s dependence on overseas gas means we have little choice but to explore shale reserves in this country
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FeaturesBarbour ABI's December 2013 market review
Barbour ABI’s latest monthly Economic Construction Market Review is now available to download
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FeaturesCommercial project 2013: Leadenhall
20 Fenchurch Street - or the Walkie Talkie, has somewhat overshadowed the Leadenhall building. A shame, as the Cheesegrater represents some of the best in sensitive design