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Modern slavery gang arrested in London and Romania.
Photo: Metropolitan Police
Low skilled does not mean low value, says the NFB, which has called on the government not to restrict immigration for the construction industry.
John Leech, who was MP for Manchester Withington from 2005-15 and now leads the Liberal Democrat opposition on Manchester Council, says: "Once again, Manchester Council's complete lack of oversight means we are now forced to choose between two contractors with chilling ethical, legal and worker safety standards."
This is not an excuse for returning your company accounts late, warns Companies House.
Miles of disused Bath stone mine workings were ideal for hiding the heat and light required to grow cannabis at what could prove to be the largest cannabis farm ever discovered in the UK.
The USA is imposing tariffs on Chinese quartz following complaints by American manufacturer Cambria, whose products are sold in the UK by Granite Granite.
If you suspect modern slavery, call the GLAA on 0800 432 0804 or email [email protected].
Stone Federation Great Britain’s Interiors & Surface Materials Focus Group talks about the interiors market.
Robert Merry decides he no longer needs the frustrations of project management.
The original Bioscleave house is on offer for less than $2.5million.
Grade II* listed Wyndcliffe Court. The owners have been told they have to use natural slate rather than man-made alternatives to re-roof the Arts & Crafts mansion. Photo courtesy of Ruth Sharville / Geograph.
In spite of the falling value of sterling, which makes British products more competitive against imports, more building materials are being imported.
The Clipsham limestone facade of the Sultan Nazrin Shah Centre.
Robert Merry has been visiting The Hague - and he likes it.