All Archive Titles articles – Page 754
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Southwark says sorry after hounding dead man for rent
Southwark council has been forced to apologise after sending a letter demanding the payment of rent arrears from a deceased tenant.
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ODPM ponders action to reverse decline in new supported housing
The government has dropped a broad hint that it is considering how to boost the construction of new supported housing and give the sector a much-needed shot in the arm.
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Archive TitlesGHA blames high standards for 50m underspend
Glasgow Housing Association spent £50m less than it had planned on improving its stock last year.
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2nd opinion: Tiers for fears
The public’s growing alarm about teenagers is irrational, says Bishop Walker, but that doesn’t mean we can ignore it
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Four banks link up to lend MHS 175m
Kent housing association MHS Homes has agreed a £175m loan with four banks. The loan will build 400 new homes and improve the association’s 7000 homes beyond the decent homes standard.MHS finance director Tom Pattison said: “We have a slogan: ‘Homes to be proud of’. Under the decent homes standard ...
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100,000 social homes lost last year
The number of homes in the social housing sector shrank again last year, an ODPM report has revealed.
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Aspire lands 200,000 deal to advise Newcastle homeless
Aspire Housing has won a £200,000, three-year contract to manage Newcastle council’s homelessness service and housing waiting list.The service, launched on Wednesday under the name Newcastle Housing Advice, will become the first port of call for people facing homelessness. Aspire has provided the service on behalf of Newcastle council for ...
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On target
The development and modernisation of the MoD’s hq in Whitehall, London has been completed ahead of schedule. It was delivered under the private finance initiative by Skanska, with the integration of all of its in-house specialist construction teams into a single function, including m&e arm Skanska Rashleigh Weatherfoil.The £352 million ...
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Supermarket sweep
To meet the demand to fit more goods into its stores, supermarket group Tesco has designed a mezzanine concept using a customised Riegens lighting package.
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Shocking truth
While initiatives such as the ECA’s Zero Accident Potential (ZAP) scheme are undoubtedly having an impact on the industry’s performance at the top end, the latest statistics on fatalities from the Health and Safety Executive highlight that the electrical sector as a whole continues to show scant regard for human ...
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Archive TitlesSense and sensibility
The Disability Discrimination Act means theatres may need to install new systems to comply. EMC looks at the options.
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Archive TitlesPrize winner
James Jones (right) is the tenth winner of the Jamie Loyley Award, presented annually by Goodmarriott & Hursthouse in memory of the apprentice who died in 1994. Jones won the award as this year's best apprentice in training at the m&e contractor. He is currently studying for Stage 3 of ...
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Presidential VIEW
Finally the Government has announced its intention to include domestic electrical installation work within the Building Regulations. From 1 January 2005 all electrical work in dwellings must comply with Part P requirements.
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Archive TitlesPatch perfect
Patch panels vary in style and features, so how can you select the best type for an application? Andy Walls outlines the choices.
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Archive TitlesA night to remember
24 June was not England’s night, but a host of winners at the Building Services Awards had reason to celebrate.
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Archive TitlesNew school of thought
A new City Academy is about to open in Middlesbrough. How do these high profile government initiatives differ from traditional schools?
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Light showers
Philips Lighting’s scheme for the new Met Office in Exeter combines energy efficient light sources with flexible control and aesthetics. With the aim to achieve an Excellent BREEAM rating, use was made of T5 fluorescent technology, high frequency dimmable ballasts and the ECS Philips LightMaster 100 control system. The firm’s ...
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Archive TitlesSummitSkills launch
Jane Davidson, minister for education and lifelong learning, helped launch SummitSkills in Wales. She said: “I see SummitSkills as a key partner in helping drive up skills and productivity in Wales.” Left to right: Keith Marshall, SummitSkills’ chief executive; Sara Edwards, BBC Wales; Jane Davidson and Simon Bartley, chair of ...
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Archive TitlesJTL rewards new industry stars
Twelve electrical and plumbing apprentices have been honoured at a prestigious ceremony held at the House of Lords for the JTL National Awards. The winners represent the ten regions of the JIB for the electrical contracting industry in England and Wales and are regarded as some of the best apprentices ...