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NewsLords reject economic benefits of immigration
Government measure of effects of immigration is 'preposterous and irrelevant', says committee chair
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NewsA parade of blunders
Submitted by Colin Brennan. "The man is fitting a light above a glass canopy, on a ladder, on pallets, on a fork loft truck. I wouldn’t have looked twice only for the lack of cones on the pavement!"
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FeaturesLord Foster confirmed for BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing
Sprightly 72 year old elder statesmen of British architecture confirms that he will appear in next series of reality dance-offs
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NewsGovernment extends green grant scheme until 2010
Homeowners will be able to apply for £10m of grants towards sustainable
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Tunnel planned to link Baltic capitals
Mayors seek EU funding for feasibility study for tunnel between Estonia and Finland
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Office of Fair Trading pledges greater transparency
Annual report also promises revised priorities and an evaluation of the body's effectiveness
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Livingstone has doubled low-cost homebuilding
Mayor plans further boost for affordable homes alongside restrictions on luxury housebuilding
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NewsJamie Oliver plans giant food museum
Chef hopes to involve other celebrity cooks in lottery-funded national venture
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Empty rates reforms go ahead despite industry warnings
Property industry warns that new commercial developments will be threatened by the tax which comes into force today
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NewsWorld’s tallest tower to have ‘gravity-free’ terrace
Plans to build 5780m Dubai skyscraper so visitors can experience weightlessness
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NewsElephants to work on UK construction sites
Zoos could become sustainable logistic centres as first trained elephant prepares for work on Southwark site
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Building Awards 2008
1st April 20082008 was the 14th annual Building Awards, the biggest construction industry event of the year. The extremely sought after Building Awards are all about rewarding best practice, innovation and excellence.
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Construction Consultant / Surveyor of the Year
Sponsored by Hays Construction & PropertyHays Construction & Property was pleased to once again sponsor the Construction Consultant/Surveyor of the Year Award. Highlighting our integral role and continued investment in the industry, this sponsorship recognises and rewards construction professionals for their hard work and commitment.This year celebrating its 50th ...
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Architectural Practice of the Year
Project Management/Construction Management Firm of the Year *NEW FOR 2008* This category was open to all sizes of project management and construction management firm. The judges were looking for evidence of success in 2007.
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Engineering Consultancy of the Year
Sponsored by: MaceThis new category was open to engineering consultancies or firms who offer a variety of services but from an engineering led base. All branches of engineering within the built environment were eligible to enter. The judges were looking for evidence of success during 2007. To view this year's ...
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Major Contractor of the Year
Sponsored by: Pinsent MasonsThis is aimed at firms with a turnover in excess of £200m. The judges were looking for evidence of success during 2007. To view this year's entry form please click the link below. Shortlisted entrants:ISGKier GroupLeadbitter Mansell *Winner*Sir Robert McAlpine
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Contractor of the Year
Sponsored by: KingspanContractors with a turnover of less than £200m could enter this category. The judges were looking for evidence of success during 2007. To view this year's entry form please click the link below. Entry deadline closedShortlisted entrants:Caledonian Como Group Durkan Group Lakehouse Contracts Shaylor Group Verry Construction *Winner*
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Specialist Contractor of the Year
This category was aimed at specific sub-contractors - not specialist divisions of main contractors that undertake, for example, housing refurbishment work. Standalone firms who specialise in restoration/conservation were welcome to enter. To view this year's entry form please click the link below. Shortlisted entrants:Alumet SystemsByrne Bros *Winner*LevoluxPraterSilverdell UKSwift Horsman ...
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Major Housebuilder of the Year
Sponsored by HewdenHewden is the professional contractor’s choice for plant and equipment rental nationwide and is proud to sponsor the Major Housebuilding category at this year’s Building Awards. Via 2,200 rental professionals, Hewden provides equipment rental and contract management services to businesses in virtually every sector of British industry, ...
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Housebuilder of the Year
Sponsored by RedlandHousebuilders that complete less than 2000 homes a year could enter this category. The judges were looking for evidence of success during 2007. To view this year's entry form please click the link below. Shortlisted entrants:Linden Homes *Winner*Midas HomesPentland HomesUrban Splash