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Nationwide’s latest house price report reveals that the annual rate of property prices in the UK dropped to 9.5% in September from 10% in August.
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Essential Tips To Succeed In Land Development
Savills' latest land analysis reveals the value of greenfield land rose to 3.9% in the third quarter of 2021.
Read More »Do You Need Planning Permission or Are Your Permitted Development Rights Enough?
Planning permission or Permitted Development Rights for extensions or conservatories in the UK might not need planning permission.
Read More »Getting back to basics – Training & Development in the Construction Industry
Serena Kennedy, HR Manager for fit out and refurbishment experts, ITC Concepts, explains why she believes investing in the future of employees working in the construction industry pays dividends. In October 2017, ITC Concepts won the Croydon Business Excellence award for Employee Training and Development. We couldn’t have been prouder – investment in our employees, through various types of development …
Read More »Developer chooses Mumford & Wood for personal development in Poole
Timber Conservation windows and doors by Mumford & Wood have been specified by a building developer for his own residential property in Poole, Dorset. This large coastal town, once a maritime trade hub, has attracted tourists and visitors to its beaches and landscapes for many decades and is an established area of beauty. The 1950s cottage-style property was purchased by …
Read More »Jewson Live is Back and Going on Tour
Jewson Live, the annual event for the UK’s professional tradespeople is back – and for the first time ever, will be touring the UK.
Read More »Shooting the Breeze | The Wind Power Gamble
📪 Newsletter: http://skill-builder.uk/signup As we venture deeper into the era of renewable energy, wind turbines have become a beacon of green innovation. However, the journey towards a sustainable future is fraught with unseen challenges and economic intricacies. In this video, we unravel the layers of wind energy economics, from the plummeting costs and increased profitability of wind turbines to the …
Read More »Weasel Government Scraps Boiler Tax but Blames Others
The UK's 'Clean Heat Market Mechanism' (CHMM), a policy initiative to reduce the country's carbon footprint, has faced significant criticism for its implementation and, particularly, its strategy of fining gas boiler manufacturers.
Read More »Why Are So Many Builders Running Away?
The issue of UK builders leaving the industry for other careers is multifaceted, involving various social, economic, and industry-specific factors.
Read More »Why Are We Building New Homes on Flood Plains?
With climate change amplifying weather events, the UK is experiencing increased flooding. Adapting to this reality requires a comprehensive approach involving urban planning, infrastructural development, and community engagement.
Read More »#30 ~ Hard Hat Guide with Russel Pieters from MSA Safety
Roger has a chat with Russel Pieters from MSA Safety about staying safe on-site and how to choose the correct head protection.
Read More »Why Do We Despise The Jack Of All Trades?
Roger is tired of people telling him to stick to plumbing. It's rant time.
Read More »Look How Well This Turned Out! 2023 Extension Build Ep.6
Building an Extension on a Budget in the UK: Sam gets to the finish line with his project
Read More »Häfele offers The XtraHand following Dragons’ Den appearance
The XtraHand, a new, innovative hands-free dust extraction tool for drilling, cutting and grinding, is now available exclusively from Häfele UK.
Read More »Megabuild Acoustics: Why Vibration Control is Vital For Luxury Hotels
Adam Fox from Mason UK explains why megabuild acoustics and vibration are a growing problem for many hotels in London and what can be done about it.
Read More »Asbestos Unmasked: The Silent Killer Lurking in Our Homes and Workplaces
Asbestos, a naturally occurring fibrous mineral, was once hailed as a "miracle material" due to its resistance to heat, electricity, and corrosion, as well as its tensile strength.
Read More »DIY Asbsetos Removal?
Roger looks at an asbestos removal problem for Neil Partridge.
Read More »Inventory Management 101 : 3 Suggestions for Small Businesses
Unlike larger organisations, smaller retailers must be cautious when making stock-related decisions due to the costs they can incur and the variety of choices available.
Read More »UK Set for Building Boom as 20,500 Planning Applications Approved per Month
Research by debt advisory specialists, Sirius Property Finance, has revealed which areas of Britain look set for a property building boom.
Read More »Brownfield Sites: Can They Solve the Housing Crisis?
Great Britain has an undersupply of housing but the good news is that there are 21,000 brownfield sites covering nearly 25,000 acres across the UK.
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