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NewsInquiry to consider public sector ban for blacklist firms
MPs question truth of evidence heard from Balfour Beatty, Sir Robert McAlpine and Skanska
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NewsThe Shard soars to claim coveted award
The Shard wins project of the year at Building’s prestigious annual awards, while Stephen Pycroft, executive chairman of Mace, wins personality of the year
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CommentBuilding buys a pint for … The Building Awards shortlist
Payment terms, lycra and lap dancing are discussed at the Building Awards shortlist party
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CommentMaking waves
Richard McCarthy: The Green Deal may have got off to an unsteady start but, by working with government, the industry can still turn it into a success
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Construction appointments: 19 April 2013
WSP, Blackrock PM, and Turley Associates are among the firms announcing appointments this week
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CommentBe careful using design to fight crime
A replacement for Secured By Design should encourage a sense of community not just crime reduction
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CommentStill safe from head injuries
Changes at the Health and Safety Executive do not spell the end of hard hats on site
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NewsWillmott Dixon bags £1bn Scape contract
Exclusive: Willmott Dixon has been chosen as preferred bidder for Scape’s much-coveted £1bn major works framework
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NewsPersimmon sees budget boost
Housebuilder says customer enquiries increased by “Help to Buy” announcement
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NewsHackney Empire wins long-running bond dispute
East London theatre receives disputed £1.1m bond from insurer Aviva and prepares to take action over 10-years worth of interest
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NewsSkanska culls standalone UK housing business
Exclusive: Swedish contractor absorbs Homes by Skanska into wider UK company, with some roles ‘under review’
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NewsRamboll poaches Halcrow’s Middle East managing director
Nordic engineer targets expansion of foreign turnover to 50% by 2016
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FeaturesCost model: Hotels
Converting an existing building is often the best option for opening new hotels. Here are the main design considerations and costs
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NewsNew boss to sharpen HCA's private finance expertise
Andy Rose says previous experience of working in both private and public sector will benefit the housing and regeneration delivery agency
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FeaturesLatest housing products
Some of the best products on the market for use in the residential sector, including anti-flood valves and aircrete plate packages
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FeaturesOverrated?
Are green ratings helping or becoming a problem in the quest to improve the sustainability of new buildings?
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FeaturesHouse of straw
An affordable co-ownership scheme made of straw is proving highly energy efficient
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NewsVinci UK profit falls as focus turns to major projects
Contractor seeks more strategic frameworks and higher-value project work