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Vilius Domarkas has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for causing the death of highways worker Anthony Howe due to dangerous driving while under the influence.
Read storyThe Metropolitan Police have handed over significant evidence regarding the Grenfell Tower fire to the Crown Prosecution Service, with potential charges looming for numerous individuals and organisations.
Read storyThe UK Competition and Markets Authority has imposed fines on M&J Group and its director for concealing evidence during a bid-rigging investigation related to school contracts.
Read storyHillbeck Homes has been fined after a serious incident left a 24-year-old labourer with spinal injuries. The incident occurred at a construction site in Sowerby Bridge.
Read storyThe upcoming CPD module on retrofitting solid-wall homes, sponsored by ROCKWOOL, aims to improve energy efficiency and compliance with the latest housing standards.
Read storyThe installation of a 125-tonne steel truss marks a significant milestone in the redevelopment of Wrexham AFC's Kop Stand, enhancing the stadium's capacity and compliance.
Read storyTelford Homes has reported a staggering pre-tax loss of £165 million for the year ending December 2025, primarily driven by soaring building safety costs.
Read storyEnvirocall is pioneering the use of solar energy in asbestos decontamination with its new fleet of units, enhancing safety and sustainability in the industry.
Read storyDelays in Gateway 2 approvals are significantly impacting housing landlords' new build targets, with the Building Safety Regulator facing a backlog of over 20,000 applications.
Read storyPick Everard has successfully completed fire safety remediation works on nine residential tower blocks in Salford, addressing critical safety issues identified in previous inspections.
Read storyPremier Technical Services Group has strengthened its position in the fire safety industry with the acquisition of Integrated Doorset Solutions Group, marking a significant milestone in the UK’s passive fire compliance sector.
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