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Mount Pleasant House demolition

A prominent north Cambridge based office block, dating back to the 1970s is currently undergoing demolition from local firm Mick George Ltd.

The 1.4acre site, comprising a 42,000sq. feet multi-let office building is being redeveloped by Howard Osborne LLP, a joint venture between Cambridge-based property company Howard Group and Osborne. 

Bought for £10.66m from the Universities Seuperannuation Scheme (USS), the iconic octagonal-towered building that forms one of the main gateways into the city centre, will be redeveloped into modern, purpose built accommodation for St. Edmunds College.

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Heritage, Quality and Expertise - Rainclear care about the detail

Rainclear specialise in metal guttering and love to see a refurbishment or conservation project. They find these are some of the most satisfying projects, because they know they are preserving the heritage of our architectural past and keeping the important trade skill alive for generations to come.

This Summer they were approached by a contractor working on a wonderful refurbishment project on a Dorset property. No ordinary property, but a Queen Anne style, Grade I, listed manor house in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty requiring, in addition to substantial renovation, specially designed rainwater heads (hoppers) to match architect drawings.

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The first rule of Trade Club...

Historically, a Mick George ‘Credit Account’ meant that savings and credit terms could be achieved on the business’s core services, most notably Skip Hire, Concrete and Aggregate orders, as well as Commercial Waste and Contracting services. 

But that is all about to change, with tradesmen’ up and down the country set to benefit.

Having launched its online platform last year, originally permitting tradesmen’ to order materials at convenience without the need for interrupting there working-day, the business has dramatically improved the offering, appealing to a much wider trade audience.

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Top five reasons to consider wireless fire alarms

Bull Products, a manufacturer of life-saving fire protection equipment, has protected some of the largest construction projects across the UK including Big Ben, Elephant Park, and Embassy Gardens, thanks to its Cygnus Wireless Alarm System.

A major innovation in wireless emergency fire, first aid, and intruder alarms, the Cygnus Wireless Alarm System has raised the bar in the industry, and is the most successful and adaptable temporary alarm system for use in the construction industry. 

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Riverside Inverclyde to co-host LinkedIn learning session

Riverside Inverclyde (ri) is delighted to announce the co-hosting of a LinkedIn learning session with UK specialists - LinkedIn Success Systems. 

The session will take place on Wednesday 13th December 2017 at the iconic Custom House in Greenock.  The event is free to attend and open to all individuals and businesses across the West Coast of Scotland. 

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