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£1bn Infrastructure Scheme Announcement

For a number of years the ‘Northern Powerhouse’ has called for fresh infrastructure investment into the regions – and details have now emerged on the £1bn upgrade to the road network connecting North Yorkshire and Cumbria. The upgrades announced by Highways England and Transport for the North as part of a 30-year project to provide […]

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University Submits Ambitious Transformation Plans

The University of Strathclyde has submitted plans to transform areas of their campus in Glasgow – with a ‘pedestrian-first’ at heart – which forms part of their £1bn masterplan. The plans will see the University overhaul Rottenrow Gardens which they purposes in 2011 and surrounding streets. The University aims to create a vibrant and inclusive […]

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Environment Agency Gets Green Light On £46m Flood Defences

New flood defences in Greater Manchester have moved a step forward – with the first phase of the £46m scheme being given the green light. The plans will see new defences put in place in Rochdale and Littleborough, all of which will reduce the risk of flooding through a new flood storage area, raised walls […]

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Final Phase of £250m West London Scheme Receives Go-Ahead

A major new development in West London has been given the green light by a virtual planning committee. Hillington Council gave their approval for the project in their first ever virtual committee, and it completes the final residential element of the £250m Old Vinyl Factory Masterplan. [emaillocker id=”71749″] The £250m masterplan has been brought forward […]

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Innovative Solution To Aid Conservation Sector & Heritage Buildings

A new technology has been launched which will help care for Scotland’s traditional buildings – helping to manage, maintain and repair historic buildings. Developed by Historic Environment Scotland (who’re speaking on our upcoming webinar), University of Edinburgh and Heriot-Watt University the software will allow surveys and fabric inspections of traditional buildings to be carried out […]

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York Central and the City of York’s Economic Recovery

With work now focusing on the city’s economic recovery, following coronavirus pandemic, the York Central scheme has never been more important. Whilst the COVID-19 crisis has posed unprecedented challenges to all local authorities, City of York Council has worked with partners to keep the award-winning 45-hectare brownfield regeneration plan moving. [emaillocker id=”71749″] The York Central […]

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£160m Residential Scheme Gains Approval in London

Brent Council has given the green light for a new £161m residential scheme which forms part of the South Kilburn Masterplan Regeneration Programme. Developers Countryside Properties and Home Group – who’re speaking on our Virtual Housing & Build to Rent Conference – have been working alongside Brent Council to bring forward ‘Peel Place’ which will […]

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Industry Leaders Come Together For Mates in Mind

Mental Health Awareness Week comes at a time the UK finds itself under great stress as the coronavirus pandemic continues. Working in collaboration with national construction framework organisation Pagabo and software provider Sypro, mental health charity Mates in Mind has released two videos aimed at providing practical advice for those who may be struggling with […]

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New Images Revealed of £1bn Purfleet Regeneration

Fresh images have been revealed which showcases the impressive £1bn Purfleet development. The project is being delivered by Purfleet Centre Regeneration Ltd – a JV between Urban Catalyst and Swan Housing in partnership with Thurrock Council – and the scheme will deliver: [emaillocker id=”71749″] Major regeneration of the town centre and riverfront Upgrades to local […]

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