All Contractors articles – Page 166
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NewsTraining UK workers will be Brexit plus, says Berkeley boss
Rob Perrins also takes a swipe at the apprenticeship levy
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CommentForging stronger chains
The UK construction industry must become leaner, fitter and more integrated to survive. Will the new government act as a catalyst for this after the election?
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Shareholders revolt over Balfour's exec pay changes
Plans to raise CEO bonus to 150% of basic salary go through, despite investor opposition
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FeaturesHousebuilders' ground rent "scandal"
Government has now said it will crack down on ‘doubling’ leasehold ground rents, earlier in the year Building investigated this controversial industry practice
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NewsGalliford Try buys Southern housebuilder Drew Smith
Deal will open up the south of England, says companmy boss
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CommentCould the Uber-effect hit construction?
The Uber app has brought dynamic pricing to taxi rides, it’s possible the supply of construction labour could be disrupted in a similar way
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NewsInterserve launches ex-offenders recruitment drive
Scheme seeks to give offenders a second chance by removing unspent convictions on job applications forms
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CommentHow to get the best out of Brexit
The election provides the chance to drive home key messages around areas for Brexit negotiations. If we come together, we can work for the changes we want from leaving Europe
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NewsCemex drivers' strike could hit projects
Hold-ups could follow union’s rejection of firm’s 1.6% pay offer
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NewsSkanska UK's Putnam makes way for new CEO
Putnam is succeeded by Skanska executive Gregor Craig
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NewsGalliford Try wins £90m St Modwen scheme
The next phase of St Andrew’s Park in Uxbridge includes a further 249 homes
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NewsBalfour JV wins $625m US road contract
The contract has been awarded to Pegasus Link Constructors, a jv between Balfour and Fluor Corporation
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NewsTClarke's orders pass £400m for first time
Firm expects revenues and profits to be ahead of expectations
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NewsMorgan Sindall numbers to beat expectations
Results for 2017 have been upgraded, following order book growth and improved cash performance
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NewsGuarantee EU workers' rights immediately, urges CBI
Business lobby group makes 14 demands of next government
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NewsAecom boss: Brexit is causing worker ‘exodus’
Patrick Flaherty backs investment in off-site manufacturing amid predicted skills shortages
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NewsISG eyes US launch this year
Construction group posts solid numbers in first results since takeover by Cathexis
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NewsGalliford Try reveals £98m problem jobs hit
Contractor says it has suffered problems on two infrastructure projects