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The recent tribunal ruling on staff pay inequalities at Next has significant implications.Over 3,500 predominantly female store staff have successfully challenged pay disparities compared to warehouse workers.The economic case for…
The Bank of England's base rate cut to 5% offers potential benefits but is not a panacea for the construction industry.This cut is expected to stimulate the mortgage market and…
A recent Supreme Court ruling could delay and scrutinise major UK infrastructure projects.The ruling addresses operational emissions, impacting developments like road and airport expansions.Known as the Finch ruling, it demands…
Over the past three years, the road transport industry has witnessed a dramatic increase in the number of companies entering administration.Fuel prices, though reduced from their peaks, continue to cause…
Shift, an on-demand delivery service, is shifting focus from direct-to-consumer services to logistics carriers. This strategic pivot aims to provide carriers access to a vast network of drivers and promises…
Skonto Plan UK, a facade specialist, has gone into administration, appointing administrators from Evelyn Partners on 14 August 2024.The company, operating in the UK since 2009, had been involved in…
Cladding manufacturer Kingspan's legal settlement prevents a precedent-setting court case.Shepherd Construction sought £70m against Kingspan and others for unsafe cladding on a London building.The Building Safety Act's Section 149 was…
National Highways has initiated its latest framework, valued at £495M, for specialist professional and technical services.The framework will encompass a vast array of services, including engineering consultancy and technical advice.Set…
The recent fire at a residential block in Dagenham has reignited concerns about fire hazards associated with construction materials.The Institution of Fire Engineers (IfE) suggests flammable materials stored on scaffolding…
This week’s noteworthy job appointments in the UK construction and real estate sectors are highlighted.Peter Hofbauer joins the Crown Estate as a board counsellor, starting 1 September.Jack Clitheroe is appointed…
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