More Focus – Page 143
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Hansom: Reincarnations
We look at the ºÃÉ«ÏÈÉúTV of yesteryear, welcome Anthony Bamford to the Lords, watch George Ferguson defend his red trousers, imagine fisticuffs with Ed Davey, and consider an alternative use for scaffolding
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Museum of Liverpool: Nightmare at the museum
The £72m Museum of Liverpool may have opened in 2011, but problems with the design and build mean parts of the iconic building are still inaccessible to the public. Last week’s £1.13m court judgment highlights the dangers for small consultants on big projects
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Interview: Terry Hartwell, Morrisons
Morrisons is embarking on a £600m push to consolidate its presence outside its northern stronghold. But you have to share its values if you want any of the work
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The venues of the 1960 Rome Olympics
ºÃÉ«ÏÈÉúTV’s report on the venues that saw Muhammad Ali win a gold medal aged 18
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Because they're worth it?
ºÃÉ«ÏÈÉúTV investigates why some poorly performing companies are still increasing directors’ pay
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Are SMEs getting a fair deal?
Are SMEs getting a fair share of public sector construction work?
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Interview: Ed Davey, energy secretary
The energy secretary on the Green Deal, nuclear, and George Osborne’s climate change scepticism
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Government Soft Landings: Strings attached
Government Soft Landings will apply to all central government projects by 2016 - here’s what you need to know
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The Tracker: June 2013
Last month construction activity reached its highest level since October 2007, with civil engineering experiencing the largest increase. Experian Economics reports
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See no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil
The industry stands accused of closing its eyes to the blacklisting saga
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Top 150 Contractors and Housebuilders 2013
This year’s tables reveal a growing divide between the industry’s haves and have-nots
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Olympic venues: The legacy
A year after London hosted the 2012 Games, Ike Ijeh looks at how quickly work is progressing to convert the venues for public use
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Interview: Stuart Black, Lakehouse
The Lakehouse executive chairman on how the contractor has managed to defy the downturn
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Lead times April - June 2013
Enquiries and workload continue to increase but in a bid to remain competitive, most suppliers are expecting lead times to hold steady. Brian Moone of Mace reports
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Trowbridge County Hall: Walking on air
Stride Treglown Architects needed a ventilation solution for a covered courtyard and it found one in a new type of raised access floor
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Latest flooring products
We look at the best products to specify for the ground beneath your feet, from rustic one-strip floors to permeable paving, here are the latest developments in flooring
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ºÃÉ«ÏÈÉúTV's new home: 240 Blackfriars Road
Great Portland Estates has gone the extra mile to make sure 240 Blackfriars Road will appeal to its demanding occupiers - such as, well, ºÃÉ«ÏÈÉúTV Magazine, for example
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Interview: Pascal Mittermaier, Lend Lease
Lend Lease has put Pascal Mittermaier in charge of the £1.5bn Elephant Castle regeneration scheme
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Market forecast: Turning a corner?
Although last month’s Spending Round left a lot to be desired, there are plausible signs of a tentative recovery in construction