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WSP-Genivar merger: A new opportunity
Is the acquisition of WSP by Canada’s Genivar the end of another independent UK consultant?
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A new editor for Building
Sarah Richardson is appointed the magazine’s 18th editor, while Thomas Lane takes on the role of group technical editor
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Costly legal disputes: Everyone's a loser
The amount spent on legal disputes has jumped by a third in the UK over the past year. Why are construction firms still so keen to spend on litigation?
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Planning stats: Residential projects and approvals
Crest Nicholson and Barratt were May’s top clients, with nearly £1bn of projects
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Way out west
WSP’s decision to submit to the charms of an overseas suitor is not surprising given the chief executive’s belief that the firm needed to grow fast
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Tessa Jowell praises 'socially responsible' 2012 Olympics build
“Supportive” work culture and partnership between client and unions provides a blueprint, MP argues
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PFI schools included in first wave of priority schools
First five batches of Priority Schools to come to market to include both PFI and capital grant schools
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How should green building labelling work?
The success of the newly launched BREEAM for Domestic Refurnishment scheme depends on finding a balance between admin costs and a large enough market
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Sweett bags cross-government sustainability role
Consultant wins framework place to advise bodies across government
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Vince Cable joins Kier in launching apprenticeship scheme
Business secretary says such schemes vital to develop construction skills
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European construction output forecasts downgraded
Ongoing eurozone crisis has led to a sharp downgrade in forecast construction growth across Europe
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Genivar deal gives green light to WSP growth plans
WSP chief executive says Canada offers better opportunities than ‘languishing’ UK economy
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Cole to hold executive role in merged firm
WSP founder clarifies his role in merger with Genivar as being in charge of UK business and chair of overall group
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Moving overseas: The checklist
An ever growing number of UK construction professionals are trying to escape the gloom by heading to foreign climes. But unfortunately, remembering your toothbrush is the least of it - for a move to be successful, it pays to plan carefully and keep on top of the paperwork…
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When pay-when-certified goes wrong
Pay-when-certified is fine in theory, but it tends not to work if the date of completion is plucked from thin air
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How to follow a pre-action protocol
A pre-action protocol could help resolve your dispute and avoid a costly court procedure - but it involves more than simply complying with a set of rules
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Total football: Brasilia's National Stadium
Brasilia’s seventies National Stadium has been rebuilt to the tune of £258m to become arguably the greenest arena in the world. It will be a key venue at the 2016 Olympics but, unlike its London counterpart, its real purpose is crystal clear: it’s all about the beautiful game. By Ike ...
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Letters of intent: Use with caution
If work has to start before a full contract is in place, a letter of intent seems like a convenient solution. But beware - they can lead to all sorts of complications
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Careers: It's BIM up north
The North-east is becoming such a hub of expertise on Building Information Modelling, it could soon be giving London a run for its money