Investors in People shortlist twice as nice for East Anglia region of Lovell
Norwich-based partnership homes developer Lovell has been announced as a finalist in two different categories at this years’ Investors in People Awards. Lovell Partnerships has been shortlisted for ‘The Learning and Development Award (250+)’, and Construction Manager, Michael Saunders, has been named a finalist in the ‘Leader of the Year (250+)’ category. Investors in People […]
Understanding construction contract issues during the pandemic
From site closures and project delays to supply shortages and staff sickness, coronavirus has proved to be a rough ride for the construction sector. But in the continuing fallout, what contractors are now focusing on is where the associated time and cost risks sit under the agreed contractual terms. Here PETER BLAKE, partner at Ipswich law […]
constructXR programme launches in Norwich
The Future of Construction is Here: Innovative Mixed Reality Technology Programme ‘constructXR’ Launched in Time for National Construction Week One of Norwich’s leading design firms, XLWerks, has officially launched its brand new research and development programme ‘constructXR’; bringing the latest Mixed Reality holographic technology to local construction sites in East Anglia. The technology allows workers […]
Community groups benefit from Hopkins Plunkett Communities Scheme
Community organisations in Suffolk are emerging in to a brighter future amid the uncertainty of Covid-19 thanks to the vital help and support of the Hopkins Plunkett Communities Scheme. Those to receive a timely boost from the scheme include the Lavenham Community Hub in Lavenham, the Cross Keys pub in Redgrave, and The Racehorse pub […]
Superstructures recruits another degree apprentice from One
As a direct result of its work with One sixth-form college, Ipswich-based structural engineering business, Superstructures, has taken on a second degree apprentice. Having undertaken a week of work experience prior to lockdown in March, Lee Allender joined Superstructures as a Degree Apprentice in September, after finishing his BTEC Engineering course at One. He has […]
Major works completed at Bildeston Primary School
Over the last 12 months, Bildeston Primary School has been transformed into a bright, modern-looking school for students. The school has had its roof renewed which included stripping back the existing roof, new cut to falls insulation and new roof lights. The removal of a tank room in part also improved the external look of […]
City centre housing development hits highest point
Broadland Housing and R G Carter have celebrated reaching the highest point of Canary Quay, a new modern housing development on the River Wensum in Norwich city centre. Representatives from both organisations marked the milestone by joining each other on the newly poured roof of the nine-storey housing block, close to Norwich City Football Club. […]
Lovell appoints new contracts managers due to success of East Anglia region
Lovell has recently promoted previous site managers Phil Tipping and Tommy Salmon to contracts managers, working on recently launched projects in Norfolk and Cambridgeshire. Phil Tipping, 30, has been appointed as contracts manager for the brand-new projects in Wymondham and Witchford. Joining Lovell in January 2017 as an award-winning site manager, Phil began as a […]
5 steps to reduce fire risk and slow spread amid empty building concerns
East of England construction experts have raised concerns over a growing number of buildings left empty due to Covid-19 and have issued fresh advice to help reduce the risk of fires and slow the spread of any incidents. The pandemic has left many buildings empty, resulting in a higher risk of undetected fires, says property […]
Warden scheme receives £3,367 funding from Hopkins Homes’ charitable fund
The Age UK Community Warden Service scheme has received a boost for its vital support for the elderly in Ely, thanks to a £3,367 donation from Hopkins Homes. The team involved with the Community Warden Scheme helps people aged 60 and over across Cambridgeshire to live in their own homes with support, providing daily contact, […]
