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Jargon Putting Over 50s Off Investment
The prevalence of technical jargon is preventing people from investing, according to research by Saga Investment Services. A survey of…
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National Flooring Equipment debuts at Executive Hire Show
Surface preparation expert, National Flooring Equipment will showcase its innovative flooring machines at the Executive Hire Show, taking place between…
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Construction Output Forecast scaled back to 1.3% for 2017
Total GB construction output volume in 2017 is forecast to grow by 1.3% compared to 2016, according to the construction…
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Scottish Rate Of Income Tax Remains Frozen
The Scottish government has elected to freeze the current rates of Scottish income tax. In 2017/18 the higher rate threshold…
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The future of the construction industry – Explore Offsite
Explore Offsite Futures was hailed as a great success by the 250 construction clients, architects, engineers and contractors, who attended…
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Brexit Round-Up: Uncertainty Impacts Business Investment
Here’s a round-up of the top-brexit related stories this week. Uncertainty Impacts Business Investment Uncertainty over the trading environment after…
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Stamp Duty Viewed As Barrier By First-Time Buyers
Two thirds of aspiring homeowners would be more likely to purchase a home if they didn’t have to pay stamp…
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Lifetime ISA Exit Charge Scrapped
There will be no 5% exit charge on the Lifetime ISA for the first 12 months the product is available.…
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New Trailer Restraint System a Win-Win for Interfloor and XPO Logistics
The team behind a new trailer restraint system – the first of its kind in the UK – has been…
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An all-star line-up for January Furniture Show
The UK’s number one furniture and furnishings event, The January Furniture Show, is set to be a star studded…
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Explore offsite zone to be showcased at Ecobuild
Offsite construction expert voice added to the schedule for Ecobuild 2017 A series of masterclass seminars will explore the role…
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Woolcraft appoints Kiddie ahead of UK Investment
Europe’s most innovative manufacturer of hand tools and accessories, wolfcraft is investing in its own sales and marketing operation in…
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BCC: Economic Growth To Slow
Economic growth is set to slow over the next 2 years, according to the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC). The…
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Architects practice announces new engagement in challenging times
Sending out a positive signal in a currently challenging sector, Architects Practice, Lippe Architects + Planners have added experienced architect, Catherine…
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Danzer Adds North American Species to Its Offering of Sliced Flooring Deck Layers
Danzer – 1.4 Million US-$ investment project in Pennsylvania successfully completed. Hardwood specialist Danzer has further increased its capacity for…
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Cundall London office becomes first project in Europe to achieve WELL Certification
Cundall’s new London office at One Carter Lane is the first building in the UK and Europe to achieve WELL…
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4.4 Million More Workplace Pension Savers Since 2012
79% of eligible employees have saved into a workplace pension in at least 3 of the last 4 years, according…
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Fila focus turns to Support Division for SDS 2017
Surface care specialist, Fila is set to focus on its growing support division – FILASERVICE – at the Surface Design…
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Celebrating the best in Construction in the South West – Enter today!
Returning for their 10th consecutive year, the South West Built Environment Awards are set to return on the 9 June 2017…
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Brintons supports new design talent by recruiting Kayleigh Jones to its UK design team
Carpet design and manufacturing company Brintons is delighted to welcome recent Birmingham City University (BCU) Textile Design graduate Kayleigh Jones to its dynamic UK design…
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Brexit Round-Up: ABI Calls For ‘Clear Commitment’
What kind of transitional process will be put in place once the government triggers Article 50 and begins the formally…
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Carpetright pre-profits down
Carpetright ended up looking a bit grubby this Tuesday, becoming the latest company to fall afoul of sterling’s slump. Full…
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Defined Benefit Schemes Costs Rise By 37%
The costs of operating a defined benefit (DB) pension scheme have increased by 37% in the last year, according to…
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EU Commission Proposes New VAT Rules
A number of measures have been proposed by the European Commission (EC) to improve VAT for e-commerce businesses in the…
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Tax-Free Childcare Gives Small Boost To Parental Employment
Plans to double parent’s entitlement to tax-free childcare from 15 to 30 hours a week for 3 – 4 year…
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