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Plans Submitted for Civic Centre Site

4th January 2022

The redevelopment of SUNDERLAND’S Civic Centre site into a stunning new residential community, has taken another step forward with the submission of a detailed planning application for 265 new homes. Vistry Partnerships Ltd has made

Sisk Toy Story Shows off Apprentice Skills

4th January 2022

Apprentice carpenters spreading Christmas cheer with handmade toys. John Sisk & Son (Sisk) apprentices at its Dublin joinery and training centre will deliver hundreds of handmade toys for children to charities and hospitals across Ireland,

RIBA Welcomes Trade Deal with Australia

4th January 2022

The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has reacted to the UK and Australia’s historic trade deal agreement. RIBA President Simon Allford said: “This new trade deal provides a promising opportunity for UK architects and practices to work internationally. From guaranteed access to

Keltbray Appoints Paul Wiltcher as Operations Director for Piling

22nd December 2021

Keltbray is pleased to announce the appointment of Paul Wiltcher as Operations Director for its Piling division, reporting to Stuart Norman, Managing Director. Paul has built a highly successful career over 25 years in the

Kier re-signs Armed Forces Covenant and Affirms its Commitment to the Armed Forces Community

22nd December 2021

Kier has re-signed the Armed Forces Covenant, committing to a set of new pledges as it continues its commitment to the Armed Forces community. On Friday, 3 December 2021, Andrew Davies, chief executive at Kier and

Balfour Beatty Successfully Completes A19 Upgrade Ahead of Schedule

22nd December 2021

Balfour Beatty, alongside its design partner Atkins, today announces the completion of National Highways’ A19 major upgrade project, four months ahead of schedule. Around £65 million has been invested into the construction of 198,770 square

HRH Prince Charles Praises Glasgow Firm’s Commitment to Getting People into Work

21st December 2021

Prince Charles has praised Glasgow construction firm City Building for its work in developing a new generation of construction workers. Executive Director, Alan Burns, was invited to an exclusive event at Windsor Castle where his

Shanly Homes has been named Housebuilder of the Year at the 2021 Thames Valley Property Awards

Shanly Wins Housebuilder of the Year Award

21st December 2021

Shanly Homes has been named Housebuilder of the Year at the 2021 Thames Valley Property Awards. The award was presented during the gala evening held at Ascot Racecourse on Thursday 9th December. Privately owned and

Kier is the First UK Contractor to Tackle Modern Slavery Through its Mental Health First Aiders

21st December 2021

Today is Human Rights Day and to take action on modern slavery, Kier is the first UK contractor to train its Mental Health First Aiders (MHFAs) to spot the signs of modern slavery and exploitation.

GRAHAM’s Scoops Investors in People ‘Excellence in Health and Wellbeing’ Award for the Second Time.

20th December 2021

Construction and civil engineering specialist, GRAHAM, has been recognised by leading international experts and peers for the second time in four years for its consistent, innovative, and ground-breaking approach to employee health and wellbeing. The