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SFS – Fastening solutions in the building envelope

SFS is a global market leader for mechanical fastening systems and precision formed components for the building envelope.

Revolutionary rainscreen retention solution AlphaCore® and NVELOPE® proves less is more

SFS Group Fastening Technology and Kingspan Insulation have pooled their respective expertise in rainscreen cladding support systems and insulation materials to launch an optimum performance solution offering A2-s1, d0 reaction to fire, presenting the potential to optimise envelope design on buildings of any height in the AlphaCore® Pad.

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South Wales hospital opens four months early to help fight Covid-19

The £350m Grange University Hospital (GUH) in Gwent, South Wales opened to patients on 17 November – four months ahead of schedule, in a bid to help the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) respond to winter pressures and Covid-19.

The power of documents in a construction project dispute

When it comes to project disputes, being able to access the correct records and information can be the difference between winning and losing. It is therefore crucial for businesses to document everything – and to ensure they can find it when it is needed.

BAM’s FM team secures North Ayrshire Council contract

North Ayrshire Council has appointed BAM FM – part of BAM Construct UK – for a three-year contract to maintain and repair heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems

£170m grant to deliver infrastructure at Meridian Water

An agreement providing Enfield Council with £170m of funding to deliver infrastructure to unlock the £6bn Meridian Water project and help deliver thousands of new homes has been signed by Enfield Council and the government.

Caddick starts construction on £6.9m Warrington Youth Zone

Caddick Construction has been appointed to the Warrington Youth Zone project, which will bring sports and social facilities to young people from across the local area.

Committee resolution secured for build-to-rent scheme in Mole Valley

Nexus Planning has secured Committee resolution to grant for Randalls Way, the first build-to-rent development in Mole Valley.

Canalside Quarter plans submitted to Wolverhampton Council

Placefirst has submitted a planning application for 370 new homes in the heart of Wolverhampton’s historic Canalside Quarter.

Brick By Brick submits plans for 170 affordable homes

Brick By Brick has submitted three schemes consisting of 170 homes on small sites across the borough for planning permission.

Mitie to deliver facilities management services for Magnox

Mitie has been awarded an integrated facilities management (IFM) contract worth £56m over five years with Magnox Ltd.

Charter for social housing to make landlords more accountable

Major reforms to support housing tenants in England and ensure landlords raise standards have been announced today (17 November) by the Housing Secretary, Robert Jenrick.

The housing crisis is one of the UK’s biggest issues, says MFS

The majority of UK adults consider the housing crisis to be one of the main issues facing the UK, even amidst Covid-19 and Brexit uncertainty, a survey by Market Financial Solutions (MFS) has revealed.

Government applauds UK construction industry

The Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, Alok Sharma MP, has written a letter paying tribute to the UK construction industry.

Winter is coming, is it time for a prune?

For responsible householders and landowners, this is the time to take stock of trees on their property and to make sure they are healthy, well maintained and safe.

Graham appointed to THG’s ICON development at Manchester Airport

Graham has been awarded a contract by THG to complete the interior fit-out of its ICON studios and ICON offices at Airport City in Manchester.

Seddon commence work on a new £10m community hub in Codsall

Seddon was chosen by South Staffordshire Council to construct a new £10m community hub in Codsall, following a ground-breaking event to mark the start of the ambitious project, which is expected to open in early 2022.

McAlpine reach practical completion on the Majestic, Leeds

Sir Robert McAlpine has achieved practical completion on the Majestic in Leeds, a restoration project that will offer much-needed office space in the city centre's business district.

Plans in for £200m Oriel eye care centre in Camden

Plans have been submitted to Camden Council for Oriel, a brand new centre for eye care, research and education in Camden.

Weston homes to fight Robert Jenrick’s refusal of Anglia Square revamp

Weston Homes has said it will fight Robert Jenrick’s decision to refuse planning permission for the £271m Anglia Square redevelopment in Norwich.

Green light for new section of dual carriageway on A303 Stonehenge

Development consent has been granted to construct a new section of dual carriageway on the A303 Stonehenge.

Affordable housing confirmed for Scotland’s rural communities

A five-year programme to fund Scotland's affordable housing projects in rural and island communities is being extended, Housing Minister Kevin Stewart has told Parliament.

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