Mitie celebrates "exceptional progress"
Mitie saw turnover top £2 billion in 2011, with six major clients providing a potential £2.2bn of contracts.
No loans for speculative office projects
Not a single bank or lender that took part in the UK’s largest commercial lending survey would be prepared to lend against speculative development, it has been revealed.
Carillion to cut 1,400 jobs following FiT fiasco
Contractor Carillion has made 1,180 of its workers redundant, blaming the effects of the government’s cut in the Feed-in Tariff.
Government consults on simpler carbon regulation
The government has launched a consultation on a single regulatory instrument for Phase III of EU Emissions Trading Systems.
Wolseley announces Bathstore sale
Wolseley UK is selling its Bathstore business to Endless, it was announced today, with immediate effect.
BSW grows by £72m on 50th birthday
BSW has announced the addition of four major contracts, adding an estimated £72m to its order books in its 50th year.
Clugston Distribution celebrates 75 years in business
Clugston Distribution Services is celebrating its 75th anniversary in 2012 – as part of the Clugston Group – by raising £75,000 for a number of charities.
Support service success for Costain following acquisitions
Costain said it will continue to grow its support services activities following two recent acquisitions.
Schools funding announcement due soon
The man tasked with ensuring the £2 billion Priority Schools programme delivers value for money has insisted an announcement is imminent that will quash uncertainty in the construction industry.
Education delivery package launched
A new initiative has been introduced by the Shepherd Group which is designed to reduce the cost of education building projects by as much as 40 per cent.
Jobs at risk with UBC administration
Private Scottish building and civil engineering contractor UBC Group was placed into administration yesterday.
Heat pumps added to RAC group
The B&ES, which changed its name from HVCA earlier this year, has revised its Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Group.
Electricians' tax deadline looms
The deadline for registering with HM Revenue & Customs’ Electricians Tax Safe Plan is 15 May.
Positive 2012 start for WSP
Design engineering consultancy WSP has said it is “confident” in its 2012 performance after several years of restructuring.
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Industry organisation announces relaunch
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More optimistic outlook for specialist contractors
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Carbon price crash putting renewables uptake at risk
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Worcester donates 50 charity days as part of anniversary
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Patrick Mullins hits quarter century at WR
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Tax office calls for online returns by end of April
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EuroCap acquires UK H&V company
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OCS Group acquires Indian facility management company
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'Majority' of Killby & Gayford's 255 staff made redundant
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MJN Colston suppliers left empty-handed as firm failed owing £50m
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Killby & Gayford goes into administration
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Walter Meier acquires US company Port-A-Cool
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Exclusive: Lend Lease, ISG, Vinci among MoJ £1bn construction winners
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Few bright sparks ahead for electrical contractors
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Top safety accreditation for Sollatek
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Energy Innovation Centre announces move to CLG
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Jobs crisis threatens industry access
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Dutch offshore energy company agreement with Scottish Enterprise
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GEA merges businesses
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New HVAC company formed in the West Midlands
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Energetix Group announces acquisition
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Airedale appoints engineering manager
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Bob Holt sells entire Mears holding
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MITIE launches new integrated fit-out business
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Installer looks to set trend with new localised base
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NewBuy and Right to Buy ‘reboot’ lift housing hopes
Construction Act raises payment issues
Most contractors will be familiar with the changes made to payment provisions through the Construction Act on 1 October 2011. However, there is already some confusion surrounding pay-less notices.
Major PV installation completed for council
Kier has completed a £520,000 project to install solar PV panels at four Mid Devon District Council properties, including its main office of Phoenix House, in Tiverton.
