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FeaturesGlasgow terrorist attack: The day I tackled a terrorist
Construction worker Stephen Clarkson was caught in the middle of a terrorist attack on Scotland. One year on, he just wants to get back to normality, and playing a part in Glasgow’s urban regeneration may be the answer. Matthew Baker meets a reluctant hero
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Bovis Homes threatens 90-day payments …
Bovis Homes is imposing a 90-day payment schedule on subcontractors unless they agree to cut their prices, writes Michael Glackin.
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Housebuilding sector prepares to shed 35,000 jobs
Employment in the housing sector could fall by more than 35,000 in the next two years, according to a forecast by Experian and Construction Skills.
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NewsSpin off: Folding bicycles for first-time buyers
Designer Wayne Hemingway designs folding bicycle for housebuilders to offer first-time buyers
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NewsRolfe Judd's tower in Croydon: Pointing the way
This £140m tower in central Croydon, designed by Rolfe Judd, has received planning permission
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Farrell's east London aquarium
A 14,500m2 aquarium in London Docklands designed by Terry Farrell and Partners has been put under review because of the credit crunch.
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Lack of inspectors threatens green law
Industry leaders have warned of a “massive shortfall” in the number of assessors needed to implement the EU’s flagship environmental law in the UK, writes Stephen Kennett.
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NewsStatic electricity: attention to climate change
A giant pylon was erected in Birmingham city centre last week to draw attention to the issue of climate change
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NewsEU rules may require architects to specify greener materials
Architects will have to take the sustainability of products into account if proposals to replace the Construction Products Directive go ahead.
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NewsCotswoldgate creditors plot next move
Subcontractors left out of pocket by housebuilder Cotswoldgate’s collapse into administration are seeking to have the firm put into liquidation before pursuing legal action against its directors, writes Michael Glackin.
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QSs queue up for health framework
Cost consultants are preparing to apply for a framework to build 25 hospitals and 50 health clinics within the next five years.
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NewsNot so square: The Cube in Edinburgh
Construction has begun on the Cube, an office building in central Edinburgh developed by Kilmartin
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FeaturesFrameless rooflight
The Rooflight Company has launched Neo, which it claims is the world’s first frameless rooflight.
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FeaturesClay roof tiles
Redland has launched machine-made clay tiles with a handmade appearance – the Rosemary Craftsman and Rosemary Classic range.
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Composite roofdecks
Ward Insulated Panels has launched Topspan – an insulated structural roofdeck system.
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Green roof membranes
Oldroyd cavity drainage membranes now contain between 49-70% recycled plastic.
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Flexible roof seal
Thompson’s 10-year roof seal has been developed to provide weather protection for complete roofs or large areas of remedial sealing.