Entries by Lyn

And the next train for slate aggregate is stopping at …

Breedon Group extends commitment to sustainable rail infrastructure.   A joint initiative between Breedon Group, Network Rail and the Welsh Government has brought the disused Llandudno Junction freight yard sidings back to life. The Llandudno Junction freight yard had not been used for several years but extensive work – including vegetation removal, track repairs and […]

CLEAR SAFETY JOINS BAFE REGISTER

August 2022: Clear Safety, providers of safety, compliance and risk management consultancy, has successfully completed the stringent assessment process to join the prestigious BAFE SP205 Scheme for organisations that undertake Life Safety Fire Risk Assessments.   Clear enjoys an excellent reputation for its comprehensive range of fire safety services, spanning dedicated fire risk assessments and […]

RETROFIT OR RISK MISSING NET-ZERO AMBITIONS

Cost of living causing consumers to think again about retrofitting   RICS and YouGov survey shows homes therefore less likely to be able to cope with climate impacts or to mitigate rising energy costs The cost of living crisis, has cast new doubt on the progress towards the United Kingdom’s Net-Zero ambition. Previous research from […]

LEVELLING UP, MADE SIMPLE

By Vicky Spratt   After a spate of police raids due to drugs and anti-social behaviour, it seemed one suburb of Grimsby was doomed. A community group turned socially conscious ethical landlord has rejuvenated the area and made it into a community once again.   East Marsh is a suburb of Grimsby in north east […]

A New Opening for Dean

GEZE UK has strengthened its Window Technology team with the recent appointment of Dean Tonna, who joins the renowned manufacturer of door and window control systems as Area Sales Manager covering the Midlands, south of England, south and mid-Wales. Supporting GEZE UK’s planned growth for window technology products, Dean will focus on developing first-class relationships […]

ZIP HELPS FACILITIES MANAGERS REDUCE DRINKING WATER LEGIONELLA RISK

New HydroTap UltraCare reduces the risk of dispensing legionella and other bacteria in drinking water by 99.9% Leading drinking water system manufacturer Zip Water has for the first time launched a system designed to reduce the risk of dispensing legionella and other bacteria in drinking water by 99.9%, verified by rigorous independent testing.[1] Developed specifically […]

MMC: redressing the balance through construction innovation

Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) is increasingly recognised as a key solution to solving the UK’s housing crisis. Clive Feeney, LHC’s Interim Group Director, explains why. In recent years MMC has carved a place in government policy, with Homes England placing it at the forefront of future housing development. Dwellings built using these methods have […]

Price cap surge blows hole in Government’s heating strategy

The expected surge in the energy price cap to a rumoured £4,266 in January 2023 is not only causing distress for households but has also blown a hole in the Government’s domestic heating strategy. That’s the warning from industry body, the Energy and Utilities Alliance (EUA), who have slammed the Government’s Heat and Building Strategy […]

Construction Training Pilot Launched

Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) chief executive Tim Balcon talking to builders – Credit: Peter Devlin Construction firms ‘in driving seat’ as training pilot launched in Norfolk Norfolk is hosting a pilot which could revolutionise the way the construction sector is able to train recruits. The county is one of five areas chosen across the UK […]

Materials Shortage Affecting 78% of Traders

The materials shortage has plagued the UK trade industry for two years, and now new research has revealed the stark impact this has had on workers in the sector.   The study, conducted by IronmongeryDirect, the UK’s largest supplier of specialist ironmongery, found that more than three-quarters (78%) of tradespeople have struggled to source the […]