Industry leaders unite to get to heart of UK infrastructure needs
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A coalition of business, industry, academic and environment leaders have issued a nationwide call for evidence to inform an independent assessment of the UK’s future infrastructure needs and how they could be met. The project has the support of Lord Adonis, Chair of the National Infrastructure Commission (NIC) and the findings will inform the work of the NIC.
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More and more roofers are raising the competence standard
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Competent Roofer Ltd is the leading Competent Persons scheme for roof refurbishment in the UK.
Launched in 2010 with backing from the Department for Communities and Local Government (DCLG), Competent Roofer has enjoyed great success in raising the profile of the roofing sector over the past five years.
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High school keeps the faith with new integrated carpet
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Allerton High School in Leeds has specified an exciting new integrated carpet from Heckmondwike FB for its multi-faith room.
The school required a bespoke design that featured the co-ordinates of a compass to denote the direction for prayer, integrating purple lettering within green carpet to reflect the colour of the school’s logo.
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New houseboat is ensured a watertight future thanks to Sika
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Traditionally used for basement construction, a waterproof concrete system from Sika has been chosen for a highly technical and unusual application - the construction of a rectangular concrete hull for a luxury houseboat. The Sika waterproofing solution ensures the boat would not only be watertight and offer long term performance but also help create a floating foundation that would stand the test of time.
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Gus Robinson Developments Ltd celebrates early contract wins in 2016
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GUS Robinson Developments Ltd is celebrating its 40th birthday with some early contract wins for 2016.
Deals worth in excess of £13m have already been secured for 2016/17, and Managing Director Steve Bell says the firm is well positioned going into the final quarter of this current financial year.
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