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First images: Chorlton Library to reopen after year-long restoration

Publish date: Wed, 26 March 2025

One of Manchester’s most historic libraries, Chorlton Library, is set to reopen its doors to the public and welcome visitors again following a year-long refurbishment. An iconic building in the...

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Vistry cheers Labour’s affordable homes pledge after profits slump

Publish date: Wed, 26 March 2025

The housebuilder saw pre-tax profits plunge 64% to £104.9 million in a ‘challenging’ 2024.

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How to Choose the Right Business Broadband Plan with Confidence

Publish date: Wed, 26 March 2025

In today’s business landscape, a reliable internet connection isn’t just a luxury—it’s the backbone of your operations. Whether you’re running a small startup or managing a growing...

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West Midlands homebuilder’s employees strive for diversity and inclusion

Publish date: Wed, 26 March 2025

Halesowen-based Barratt Homes West Midlands has highlighted the importance of a diverse workforce with its specialised Diversity and Inclusion team. The growing team is currently made up of a small...

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Pyroguard launches on-demand CPD webinar

Publish date: Wed, 26 March 2025

Pyroguard has launched an on-demand version of its RIBA-approved CPD seminar - 'Fire safety glazing: a system, not a product'  - in a bid to guide the industry regarding the critical role of fire...

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New Broadview Senior Living Facility to Celebrate Grand Opening in East St. Louis

Publish date: Wed, 26 March 2025

110-Unit Mixed-Use Development to Provide Affordable Senior Housing and Community Amenities EAST ST. LOUIS, IL, UNITED STATES, March 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On March 28,...

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Egypt and France Advance Cooperation on Cairo Metro and Alstom Complex Projects

Publish date: Wed, 26 March 2025

Egypt and France are strengthening their partnership in implementing the Cairo Metro and Alstom Complex projects. Egypt’s Deputy Prime Minister for Industrial Development and Industry ...Read...

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NFB bash Building Safety Levy

Publish date: Wed, 26 March 2025

The National Federation of Builders has released a statement in the wake of announcements confirming the Building Safety Levy's policy.The postNFB bash Building Safety Levyappeared first onPlanning,...

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Azizi Ruby In JVC Hits 80% Sales Milestone

Publish date: Wed, 26 March 2025

Azizi Development's Azizi Ruby in JVC Achieves 80% Sales, With Family-Friendly AmenitiesThe postAzizi Ruby In JVC Hits 80% Sales Milestoneappeared first onConstruction Business News Middle East.

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Lumber secures $15.5m via Series A funding round

Publish date: Wed, 26 March 2025

Lumber, an AI-powered construction workforce management platform, has raised $15.5m in a Series A funding round.

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Ontario ICI negotiators approach crunch time

Publish date: Wed, 26 March 2025

With five weeks to go before contracts expire in Ontario’s unionized ICI construction sector, negotiators are reporting slow, measured progress towards deals with action expected to heat up in...

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Housing minister confirms £20m housing package

Publish date: Wed, 26 March 2025

Housing minister Matthew Pennycook has confirmed a £20m housing package to support local community-led developments.The postHousing minister confirms £20m housing packageappeared first onPlanning,...

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British engineering ingenuity overcomes challenging urban rebuild in London

Publish date: Wed, 26 March 2025

Reconstruction in tight urban locations amidst existing underground infrastructure presents numerous challenges. As described in a recent column, engineers and designers in the U.K. are becoming...

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Groundbreaking held for massive IKEA distribution centre in Hamilton

Publish date: Wed, 26 March 2025

HAMILTON, ONT. — Ground has been broken and construction is underway at the location of the future IKEA Hamilton Customer Distribution Centre (CDC) and Collection point. The project is part...

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Hammerson launches street food market ‘District’ at Brent Cross

Publish date: Wed, 26 March 2025

Hammerson is launching a major new street food market at Brent Cross as part of its expanded line-up of leading retail, leisure and hospitality brands at the iconic North London destination. Based on...

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Federal government commits $56M to Yukon Gathering Place project

Publish date: Wed, 26 March 2025

WHITHORSE — The federal government says it has committed more than $56 million toward the construction of a new convention centre in the Yukon capital of Whitehorse. The announcement secures the...

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How to Grow a Construction and Contracting Business in UK

Publish date: Wed, 26 March 2025

… for expanding aconstructionand contracting business … specialist in designing andconstructinggarden rooms that promote … date with planning permissions,building codes, and health and …...

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$4.15B Fraser River Tunnel Project inches closer to fruition

Publish date: Wed, 26 March 2025

Construction of the long-awaited, $4.15-billion Fraser River Tunnel Project (FRTP) between Delta and Richmond, B.C., which will be able to withstand a powerful earthquake, is getting closer to...

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House roof next to construction site collapses in Mosta

Publish date: Wed, 26 March 2025

… next door to aconstructionsite in Mosta early … safety reasons. Demolition andconstructionworks are being carried out … building next door.   TheBuilding...

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New Report from Porch Group Media Highlights 2025 Customer Acquisition Trends in Home Improvement Industry

Publish date: Wed, 26 March 2025

88% of Home Improvement Marketers Say Customer Acquisition Is More Difficult Than Ever - Report Reveals How Property and Intent Insights Are Driving Results TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES,...

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Galliford Try subsidiary set for Scottish school job

Publish date: Wed, 26 March 2025

Morrison Construction has been named as preferred contractor for a school renovation and extension job in Midlothian, Scotland. Midlothian Council selected the Galliford Try subsidiary to redevelop...

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Oconomowoc School Board selects architect construction partners for health care clinic

Publish date: Wed, 26 March 2025

… to select an architect andconstruction managershould the district decide to … CG Schmidt for architect andconstruction managementservices. The clinic would be …

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Encasement Verta column casings – covering up with style

Publish date: Wed, 26 March 2025

The demands of architects and specifiers seeking to create stylish finishes on a diverse range of building interior and exterior projects are the main drivers behind the versatility and extensive...

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ROTAR INTERNATIONAL BV appoints Kenan Çirak as Area Sales Manager

Publish date: Wed, 26 March 2025

ROTAR INTERNATIONAL BV announces the appointment of Kenan Cirak as Area Sales Manager. With extensive experience in the attachment industry, Kenan brings a wealth of expertise, particularly in the...

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Planning approval granted for Lower Thames Crossing

Publish date: Wed, 26 March 2025

The secretary of state for transport, Heidi Alexander MP, has approved the Lower Thames Crossing Development Consent Order, a move which CECA has celebrated.The postPlanning approval granted for...

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Spending steadies as reform calls grow

Image: stockphoto mania/stock.adobe.comThe 2025–26 Federal Budget outlines a $17.1 billion infrastructure commitment over ten years, but without any major new national programs or sector-wide...

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Modern Fire Protection goes digital with Bluebeam

Since adopting Bluebeam in early 2023, Modern Fire Protection is seeing positive results. (Image: Modern Fire Protection)Australian fire safety company Modern Fire Protection has adopted Bluebeam, a...

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Federal Budget review: Impact for infrastructure

Image: stock.adobe.com/FiledIMAGERoads & Infrastructure magazine provides its review of the 2025/26 Federal Budget, which includes $17.1 billion in major infrastructure investments across Australia....

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May edition: Embracing the solutions of tomorrow

Image: stock.adobe.com/THANANITThe next edition of Roads & Infrastructure will shine a spotlight on construction software, delving into how these technologies have – and continue to – transform...

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Driving innovation in complex infrastructure

The Tunnelling Solutions team. Image: Tunnelling SolutionsTunnelling Solutions has rapidly evolved from its humble beginnings in 2014 to become a key player in the tunnelling and …The postDriving...

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