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Minister praises Mactaggart & Mickel Group’s dedication to apprentices

Mactaggart & Mickel Group welcomed Annabelle Ewing MSP, Minister for Youth and Women’s Employment, to one of its leading developments yesterday (Thursday 21 May) as the company marked Scottish Apprenticeship Week (18-22 May).

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The NASC and Plentific announce online agreement to promote the use of regulated scaffolding contractors

The NASC has entered an agreement with leading property platform Plentific to promote the use of regulated scaffolding contractor members to the construction industry and wider markets.

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NASC Members Chris Sedgeman Scaffolding Ltd win Cornish Family Business of the Year Award

South West NASC members, Chris Sedgeman Scaffolding Ltd have won the Best Family Business Award in the recent 10th Annual Cornwall Business Awards.

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Exclusive new luxury development protected by Sika

Sika products have played an important role in ensuring that Mellor Brook, an exclusive new development constructed by award winning PH Homes, will remain watertight. The development near Stockport consists of 12 properties, seven of which are built partly into the hillside, with the rear gardens being at first floor level.

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UK Roofing Awards 2015 - the winners revealed

The winners of the tenth UK Roofing Awards were announced at a ceremony hosted by BBC’s Louise Minchin and NFRC CEO Ray Horwood at the Hilton London Metropole on Friday 15th May 2015.

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NASC and CISRS set to exhibit at Safety & Health Expo at London Excel 16-18 June

The NASC and CISRS are set to exhibit at the UK’s largest and leading health and safety event at London’s ExCeL – the Safety & Health Expo, June 16-18.

Read more: NASC and CISRS set to exhibit at Safety & Health Expo at London Excel 16-18 June

BSIA launches end user procurement survey

The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) – the trade body representing the UK’s private security industry – is researching the procurement attitudes of end users.

The BSIA is seeking to understand the factors which influence security procurement and investment through an online survey launched this week. The survey – which is open to all individuals involved in the procurement and management of security products and services – aims to provide the BSIA and its members with a better understanding of the needs of end users. 

James Kelly, Chief Executive of the BSIA, comments: “This survey will help the security industry to identify the factors that influence the procurement of security products and services. By gaining an understanding of our industry’s clients and their security needs, we can ensure a closer relationship between buyers and suppliers throughout the procurement, implementation and maintenance of security products and services. 

Read more: BSIA launches end user procurement survey

New intelligent living technology set to revolutionise UK homes

Intelligent living pioneer, Wondrwall, has today launched its revolutionary technology that sets out to change the UK’s new housing market and redefine the future of home automation.

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Steel Gutter Systems - new stock colours, a discount for May, plus a free sample box for readers

Online retailer and the UK’s leading distributor of metal guttering and downpipe products , Rainclear Systems, has added 4 new colours to the range of quality Galvanised Steel it keeps in stock for next day delivery nationwide.*

Read more: Steel Gutter Systems - new stock colours, a discount for May, plus a free sample box for readers

Olympic Park soil strategy remains a draw for green space professionals

Tim White, Senior Associate at soil and landscape consultancy Tim O’Hare Associates, was one of two presenters at the April CPD meeting of the South East England Regional Group of the Institute of Chartered Foresters, which took place at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.

Read more: Olympic Park soil strategy remains a draw for green space professionals

Interserve first contractor to achieve BIM Level 2 Certification

Interserve, the international support services and construction group, is the first main contractor to be certified as BIM Level 2 compliant under BRE Global Business Systems Certification Scheme. 

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