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Capita bags Tribal divisions

2011-04-15T00:00:00Z

Outsourcing firm acquired health and government divisionsfor £15.8m
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Insurance deal offers hope of no retentions to subcontractors

2011-04-15T00:00:00Z

NFRC said the warranty could replace the need for clients to demand retentions on jobs
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Aukett hopes to return to profit in Russia after project wins

2011-04-15T00:00:00Z

Firm hopes to overturn 88% turonver loss last year
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February sees first growth in construction output for months

2011-04-15T00:00:00Z

Latest figures from the Office for National Statistics have been released
Features
The James Review: Turn over your papers ...

2011-04-15T00:00:00Z

Sebastian James has – after several delays – presented his assessment of school building in this country. Now, the government and construction must look at how to make his recommendations work – and your time starts now
Comment
Why new build is such old hat

2011-04-15T00:00:00Z

If you want a new building but don’t want to contend with planning permission and delays, consider refurbishment. It’s quick, low risk, cheaper and loads greener
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No more privileges

2011-04-15T00:00:00Z

The Supreme Court has stripped expert witnesses of their immunity from prosecution. But could the fear of being sued make them less likely to admit their mistakes?
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Latest construction appointments: 15 April

2011-04-15T00:00:00Z

Midas, North Midland Construction, Morrish Builders and KPMG are among firms to have made new appointments this week
Comment
If the cap fits

2011-04-15T00:00:00Z

A couple who tried to cap the costs in an oral ’cost plus’ contract have received short shrift from the Court of Appeal. Here’s why …
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Heating and cooling pump

2011-04-15T00:00:00Z

Daikin’s heating and cooling pump is intended for residential and small commercial applications
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Consultancy Quod buys HDS

2011-04-15T00:00:00Z

Move comes in the wake of the government’s localism agenda
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Hold it right there

2011-04-15T00:00:00Z

A recent case shows that fraud is not the only ground upon which a call on an on-demand performance bond can be restrained by an injunction
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High pressure sockets

2011-04-15T00:00:00Z

The Masterseal Plus outdoor sockets can withstand high pressure water jets
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Airtight pipe sleeves

2011-04-15T00:00:00Z

New company ATK has brought out a range of kits that are designed to improve airtightness where pipes pass through a building’s fabric. Called Airtightkit, the product is a sleeve that fits around the pipe where it interfaces with the cladding and provides an airtight seal. It consists of a ...
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Showervalves

2011-04-15T00:00:00Z

Shower product maker Roman has brought out a range of shower valves offering 17 different options. These include concealed, semi-concealed and exposed designs, hand showers and a choice of shower heads. The company said the valves were designed to be easily installed with a safety stop at 38°C and an ...
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High efficiency boiler

2011-04-15T00:00:00Z

An Ariston boiler and unvented water cylinder have been installed in a flat in Brighton
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Tall toilets

2011-04-15T00:00:00Z

Impulse Bathrooms has launched a range of WC pans and washbasins for taller people.
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Multifit drainage

2011-04-15T00:00:00Z

Brett Martin;s multifit drainage fittings work with other manufacturers’ products
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Northern star: development at One Peter's Square

2011-04-15T00:00:00Z

Three firms have been shortlisted to build a mixed-use office, retail and cultural space in Manchester
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Sir Simon Milton dies aged 49

2011-04-15T00:00:00Z

London’s former deputy mayor for policy and planning has died after an illness