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IoD Director of the Year award arrives for Jacqueline O’Donovan

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Having been named as the Institute of Directors (IoD) Director of the Year in the family business category at the annual awards event in 2021, Jacqueline O’Donovan, managing director of O’Donovan Waste Disposal, has at last been sent her actual award.

Due to the pandemic, the awards ceremony did not take place in person and due to diary scheduling, it is only now that Jacqueline finally has her prestigious award in her hands. This particular award recognises individuals in family businesses who have responded to the varying commercial climate and who have contributed to the success of the diverse, dynamic and innovative family business sector.

ASFP to hold September building safety seminar

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0n6920 The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) has announced it will hold a seminar in London on Monday 5th September 2022. The event, which will run from 10am-3pm, will be held at the Aviva Building London, 1 Undershaft, London.

Bringing together keynote speakers from across Government and the fire industry, along with ASFP passive fire protection experts, the event will discuss the Building Safety Act and Competency Pathway - how they will affect you?

Leeds College Construction Principal retires after 37 years in education

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0n6922 Derek Whitehead, Principal and CEO of Leeds College of Building, is to retire this week after 37 years working in Further Education and vocational skills training.

From teenage Keighley carpentry and joinery apprentice to leader of the UK’s only General Further Education College that specialises in construction, Derek has spent decades training and leading the next generation of builders, engineers, and construction-craft professionals.

New City College awarded VIP adult education Quality Mark

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New City College has been recognised with a new VIP adult education Quality Mark – only awarded to those providers delivering high-quality courses in sectors that are key to London’s economic recovery.

The Mayor’s Skills Academies Quality Mark is designed to set high standards for training in order to get people back into good employment and drive long-term growth.

No upswing for ground source heat pump industry despite boiler upgrade scheme

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The £450m UK Government’s Boiler Upgrade Scheme, which was launched in May, has yet to deliver an upswing in heat pump inquiries from domestic customers let alone installations, according to a survey of its members by the Ground Source Heat Pump Association. In fact, the industry is seeing less inquiries from domestic customers in the than 12 months ago.

GSHPA, which represents heat pump system designers, contractors and installers across the UK, asked its members about their present levels of business and their outlook for the future, now that the Boiler Upgrade Scheme gives customers a grant of £6,000 for a ground source hear pumps, at zero-rated VAT.

Official opening of GB MET's new Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Centre

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Greater Brighton Metropolitan College (GB MET) marked the official opening of its new Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Centre at Shoreham Airport Campus, with a special event on Thursday 30 June.

Guests from local businesses, schools and colleges gathered alongside GB MET staff and governors to celebrate the project, with presentations by GB MET CEO Andy Cole and Project Manager Chris Davies, campus tours, and opportunities to see the new equipment in action.

Underfloor heating estimator will be hot on her heels for charity runraiser!

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Stacey Wild, an estimator in the underfloor heating industry based in Stockport, will be taking part in a 5K run on Thursday August 25 to help raise funds for Ollie Moseley.

Ollie is a well liked young man in the village where she works who was tragically hit by a car in August last year and remains in Salford Royal Hospital on a neurological ward after suffering both massive physical and brain injuries. He will need ongoing support on his road to recovery which will be long and expensive.

Construction of Tall Buildings Guidance – free to download

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Industry Guidance for the Planning, Design, Construction and Maintenance of Tall Buildings is aimed at all parties in the construction supply chain that are involved with the procurement, design, planning, construction, and maintenance of tall buildings. It has been produced with the assistance of the Construction Industry Advisory Committee (CONIAC) Managing Risk Well Working Group. Members of the group are drawn from the construction industry, and those associated with it, and have the necessary skills, knowledge, and experience for providing information on the safe construction of tall buildings. Published by Construction Industry Publications, it is available as a free download from the CIP website https://www.cip-books.com/product/tall-buildings/

Välkommen – Welcome

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O’Donovan are delighted to welcome Swedish company Sortera, who have launched into the UK waste sector by joining forces with the family-run market leader, known for outstanding service, quality, environmental awareness and not to mention their numerous accolades and awards.

Sortera have a planned strategy in relation to continued growth and expansion within the UK and beyond. The O’Donovan Directors and management team are staying in situ and are all very excited about the future opportunities moving forward in tandem with their European colleagues.

Leeds College launches construction course for football lovers!

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Leeds College of Building may have scored the perfect course after launching a unique programme aimed at students interested in building… but who love football too.

The College is now enrolling for a BTEC Level 2 Certificate in Construction & the Built Environment, which incorporates an additional Level 1 Award in Football Coaching. This unusual pairing of premier qualifications is already proving popular with practically-minded students who are passionate about the beautiful game.

CHAS launches verification service for construction materials suppliers

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New from CHAS, the trusted expert in supply chain compliance, is Verified Supplier, a compliance verification service which enables construction material suppliers to showcase their commitment to operating credibly, safely and ethically.

As supply chains come under increasing scrutiny, construction material suppliers must confirm they are compliant with a growing list of legislation and guidelines covering health and safety, quality assurance, environmental protection and ethical practices, among others.

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