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Jim Maguire, Drivers Jonas

A burning issue

10 March 00

A disturbing change to fire certification that erodes the fire brigade's advisory role has come into force – almost unnoticed.The shift in responsibility was introduced on 1 December 1999 under the Fire Precautions (Workplace) (Amendment) Regulations 1999. Now there is a requirement for risk assessments; certification is extended to previously…

Making construction lean and green

25 June 99

Sustainable construction The construction industry is coming to terms with pollution and is generating ideas for the reduction and recycling of waste There is a risk that if the industry's attempts are not successful, change will be forced through statutory measuresThe construction industry is a big force in the UK…

Building the future of the industry

9 April 99

Rethinking Construction Rethinking Construction, Labour’s answer to the Latham report, claimed that the construction industry was underachieving and set out drivers for change A survey of building contractors shows that, although some progress has been made, the Government must try harder to understand the industry’s needs Sir Michael Latham’s report…