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Experts discover ancient 'lost golden city' of Egypt.
Survey indicates lack of support for smart motorways.
UK construction markets grow at sharpest pace since Sept 2014.
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Homes England opens bidding for affordable homes grant partners.
CIOB applauded for people management leadership
Organisation receives accreditation from Investors in People.
Supply chain shortages anticipated, according to CLC.
Contractor shifts equipment and site plants from diesel to vegetable oil.
Colleges receive funds to continue refurbishment work.
Hackitt praises Trafford Housing Trust for fire safety approach.
Ruth Carter to become new CIBSE chief executive.
IHBC supports funding for arts, heritage and other cultural organisations.
UK architect qualifications not automatically recognised in EU countries.
Research reveals basis for rising development costs.
Electrical safety in the private rented sector
Landlords must now comply with new repair regulations.
Pilgrimage site in Goa may lose its iconic red colour, due to decay
IR35 changes now effective.
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