All 170 years articles – Page 6
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This week in 2007
In 2007, the Isle of Wight was considering a technologically advanced future
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This week in 2002
The Building Awards projects shortlist display the “highest functionality and aesthetics”, but this design brief was something else…
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This week in 2007
As we report on how government is failing to agree on the best way to renovate the Houses of Parliament while time and money mounts, Building feels this little gem from 10 years ago is most appropriate
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This week in 1977
As the inquiry into the Grenfell Tower fire gets under way, with a parallel review of fire and safety regulations, Building was reminded of when it interviewed a fire safety professional who had plenty to say that is only too relevant for 2017.
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This week in 1997
As construction waits for clarification on Brexit, infrastructure and possible action on the housing white paper, Building looks back to a clearer time when the construction minister Nick Raynsford saw fit to talk directly to the industry
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This week in 1992
Building recalls another summer when the party in government was relieved to take its summer break
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This week in 1977
Four decades ago, businesses feared Middle Eastern markets were getting tougher
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This week in 2012
Five years ago the government held a Construction Summit to reassure the industry
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This week in 1987
Three decades ago Center Parcs promised a new experience “tested fastidiously” in Belgium and Holland
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This week in 1962
Some 55 years ago, Building’s leader was on a subject that has had tragic cause to be on the receiving end of much scrutiny this week – fire regulations
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General election in 1992
Another election kicked off by a Conservative prime minister to secure a solid mandate – but what a difference