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List of 25 tallest buildings in the world.
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The problem of Scottish land ownership.
CIC approved as member of UKAS.
NHBC data shows increased demand for newly built detached homes.
Building specialists report on structural deterioration of Houses of Parliament.
BESA survey finds contractors still struggling with skills shortage and cost increases.
Infrastructure Intelligence, Oct 21
The role of digital advisors in the construction sector.
Construction sector productivity declines between 1997 and 2020.
SELECT campaign urges regulation of electricians to disqualify rogue tradespeople.
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Excellent Black civil engineers in the UK
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Climate Emergency Retrofit Guide
LETI publishes guidance for energy efficient home retrofits.
The new normal for ventilation
Predictions about adequate post-pandemic IAQ in non-domestic buildings.
Government publishes plans to 'build back greener'.
Fire safety exclusions and insurance
The contentious nature of claims associated with cladding, fire safety and EWS1 forms.
ECA comments on low-carbon heating systems initiative and Heat and Buildings Strategy.
Victorian dust heaps of London
Cinders and other forms of domestic rubbish created filth but also generated great wealth.
Young professionals in construction survey
CIC 2050 Group requests input to find out priorities for future industry leaders.