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One hundred days of helping from Hope Construction employees

This week, Hope Construction Materials’ employees completed 100 days of voluntary work, as part of the organisation’s “Hope for Others” initiative.  

The scheme, launched by the firm in 2014, sees Hope employees choosing to partake in charity work close to their heart, with the organisation offering two fully paid days leave to each employee per year.

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Evolve reveal how construction businesses can protect their bottom line

The construction industry is at the forefront of the UK’s vibrant business community; working in partnership with clients and suppliers to keep Britain at the lead of domestic and international markets.

But, those working within the construction industry have a lot more to contend with than just ‘building a better Britain’ (if that weren’t enough) and navigate a highly competitive marketplace daily both as vendors and suppliers.

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Industry benchmark event on BIM returns to ICE

The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) BIM 2015 event opens its doors on 21 October, leading the conversation on BIM ahead of a crucial year for the UK construction industry and its public sector clients. From next year, all new publicly procured construction projects must be compatible with BIM Level 2.

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Allianz Park has Olympic Track covered for events

Allianz Park in North West London, home of the Saracens Rugby Club, has chosen carpet tiles from Heckmondwike FB to provide temporary cover for its 2012 Olympic training track, known as the ‘Olympic Bar’.

The 80m warm-up track used by Usain Bolt, Mo Farrah, Jessica Ennis-Hill and other top athletes at London 2012 was moved from Stratford’s Olympic stadium and installed at Allianz Park.

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Construction companies need to cash in on assets according to latest research

Ultimate Finance, which provides funding to SMEs, is keen to raise awareness among construction companies that outstanding billing, be it ‘Uncertified Applications for Payment’ or invoices are one of their most valuable assets to help them avoid cash flow difficulties.

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