Two scaffolders from Cornwall have received suspended prison sentences following the death of a colleague who fell seven metres to his death. Roger Stoddern, 47, was dismantling scaffolding on 24th June 2013 when he fell from the flat roof of a property in St Mawes. He was taken to Derriford
The total deal value could reach £4.6m if the combined business achieves stretching financial targets over the next five years. Property consultant Eddisons has strengthened its property auctions division with the acquisition of the UK’s largest auction house outside London, North West-based Pugh & Co, for an initial £2m cash
The project includes the construction of a new mixed-tenure residential development as well as the refurbishment and enhancement of Holborn library and archive. It will also include the refurbishment of retail space fronting Theobald’s Road and replacement facilities for an existing street cleaning depot operated by Veolia. The developer will
15 August 2016 | Herpreet Kaur Grewal BIFM has announced the finalists in this year’s BIFM Facilities Management Awards. The Awards, which are supported by headline sponsor Carillion, recognise and reward facilities management practices, innovation and projects from across the economy and all areas of the sector. For 2016, the categories
Wykeland Group, the leading commercial property development company, has appointed a new Development Director. Jonathan Stubbs steps up to the Wykeland Board with a brief to fulfil the potential of existing developments and identify new opportunities. Jonathan Stubbs joined the company two years ago as the Head of Developments. During
On Wednesday, the 18th of April, HLM, the leading design and architecture company, will be presenting at a first of its kind ‘Fire Station Design and Construction Workshop’ at Weston in Cheshire. Professionals from the Emergency Services sector will gather together at a unique event to share knowledge in a
We don’t know just how many construction contracts end in dispute, but it’s plain to see the sector is far more prone to legal wrangling than other spheres of business. The issue was officially recognised with the launch of the Conflict Avoidance Pledge, which aims to change behaviour in the
Nixon Plant Hire have invested in a large fleet of eco-static welfare units manufactured by the Luton based company, AJC Trailers Limited. This brand new order is for AJC’s EasyCabin environmentally biased, Ecostatic 22 and 28 welfare units. Although Nixon Hire currently operates a substantial fleet of EasyCabin welfare units,
RGB Building Supplies Exeter is inviting the local tradespeople to a free decorating breakfast morning on Tuesday, the 24th of April. There will be free bacon butties and cups of coffee between 7.30am and 11am, while leading industry names, such as Crown, Farrow & Ball, Bedec, ProDec and Tembe, will
Paul Wilson has become partners with Midlands law firm Lodders. This strategic appointment will add a new specialism to Lodders portfolio and it represents an expansion of the firm’s real estate offering that complements its existing planning & highways and rights of way expertise. Wilson specialises in contentious and non-contentious
Two scaffolders from Cornwall have received suspended prison sentences following the death of a colleague who fell seven metres to his death. Roger Stoddern, 47, was dismantling scaffolding on 24th June 2013 when he fell from the flat roof of a property in St Mawes. He was taken to Derriford Hospital but died three weeks later due to the severity of his injuries. Truro Crown Court heard how Mr Stoddern was stacking three-metre roofing sheets on the flat roof of the property without any edge protection. The safety railing had been removed to allow access to the flat roof so that the sheets could be stacked. The court also heard how one of the defendants replaced the safety rail following the incident to cover up the cause of the incident. The Health & Safety Executive’s investigation, alongside Devon & Cornwall Police found that Colin Marshall Scaffolding was not qualified to erect the scaffolding and there was evidence that no personal protective equipment was used. The condition of the scaffolding also failed to meet current safety standards. Colin Marshall, of St Austell, and the founder of the business, pleaded guilty to Section 2(1) of the Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974. He was given a four-month prison sentence suspended for two-years. His son and business partner, James Marshall, also of St Austell, was given an eight-month sentence suspended for two-years. They were also ordered to pay costs of £25,661. This article was published on 21 Sep 2016 (last updated on 21 Sep 2016). Source link
The total deal value could reach £4.6m if the combined business achieves stretching financial targets over the next five years. Property consultant Eddisons has strengthened its property auctions division with the acquisition of the UK’s largest auction house outside London, North West-based Pugh & Co, for an initial £2m cash sum. Established in 1991, £2m turnover firm Pugh & Co came under the control of managing director Paul Thompson in 2014 when he bought out the remaining 50 per cent stake in the business. Hosting auctions in Leeds and Manchester, Pugh & Co offer more lots for sale than any other commercial auction house outside the capital. The acquisition will see Eddisons’ auction division and Pugh & Co, who together sold over £100m of property at auction last year, run monthly auctions in Leeds and Manchester under the Pugh brand, with a combined team of 36 staff led by Thompson. Richard Roe, Eddisons managing director, said: “Pugh & Co is the perfect fit for Eddisons’ own property auctions division and together we now have the capacity to run the largest commercial property, residential property and land auctions in the North. The popularity of auctions as a speedy, transparent and reliable method of buying and selling property continues to grow and this acquisition, of a successful and highly respected auctions business, will be a massive boost to Eddisons’ capability in this area.” Paul Thompson, managing director of Pugh & Co, said: “It’s great news that our firm is now part of Eddisons. Combining our strengths will enable us to offer an unrivalled service to clients, with an excellent geographic spread and depth of professional expertise and experience.” The total deal value could reach £4.6m if the combined business achieves stretching financial targets over the next five years. Source link
The project includes the construction of a new mixed-tenure residential development as well as the refurbishment and enhancement of Holborn library and archive. It will also include the refurbishment of retail space fronting Theobald’s Road and replacement facilities for an existing street cleaning depot operated by Veolia. The developer will also have to provide new studio space to house Cockpit Arts, a social enterprise currently based at the site. The £100m development is the latest win for U+I, which was named on Transport for London’s property framework in a consortium with Notting Hill Housing Group. With this latest development, U+I now has a portfolio of 21 central London projects, including the £200m redevelopment of 10-12 Hammersmith Grove, and a 10-acre site at Charlton Riverside. Camden Council and U+I have been contacted for comment. Source link
15 August 2016 | Herpreet Kaur Grewal BIFM has announced the finalists in this year’s BIFM Facilities Management Awards. The Awards, which are supported by headline sponsor Carillion, recognise and reward facilities management practices, innovation and projects from across the economy and all areas of the sector. For 2016, the categories are grouped within the three themes of people, impact or innovation and finalists across the categories have been confirmed as: People The individuals, teams and organisations who invest in their people, who lead, are cutting edge and drive improvements. Newcomer of the Year > Pleun van Deurssen, Incentive FM Ltd > Kirsty Johnston, Mitie Technical Facilities Management > Charlotte Miller, Sodexo > Katie Sparrow, G4S Facilities Management UK Manager of the Year > Suzanne Beck, Carillion Barts NHS Trust contract > Andrea Best, Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust > Bernard McPhail, Integral > Cova Montes, Emprise Services plc Leader of the Year Finalists are not publicly announced in this category; the winner will be announced at the ceremony. Team of the Year > CBRE Global Workplace Solutions and AA > EMC: EMEA One Team Programme > G4S FM Catering Team – London North West Healthcare NHS Trust > National Grid and 14forty > University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust – Integration and Partnering – The ‘My Mum Test’ Learning and Career Development > Amey – Supporting Young People to Shape their Careers > BT Facilities Services > Skanska – Placing People at the Heart of Skanska > Nationwide Window Cleaning – How Nurturing Talent Delivers Growth for NWC Lifetime Achievement Finalists are not listed in this category, the winner will be announced in the Awards ceremony. Impact Demonstrating the real tangible impact good FM brings to business, the environment and society. Brand Impact > Gather & Gather > DP World London Gateway – Internal Branding of DP World London Gateway > Premier Technical Services Group PLC > Sainsbury’s – Brilliant Buildings > Skanska – Improving people’s lives Impact on Customer Experience > Amey – Promoting Consistency and Excellence in Customer Service > Carillion – Carillion Customer Experience Centre 2016 > CIS Security – Safe, Happy, Informed and Listened To > Crown Commercial Service > Mitie and Vodafone – Mitie 1team and Vodafone’s Hospitality Assured programme > Premier Technical Services Group PLC – The PTSG Way Impact on Organisational Performance > Kentish & Co – Revolutionising FM Performance at Johnson & Johnson > McColl’s and Trios Group > Morrisons – Morri-Maintenance in partnership with Verisae > National Grid – Smart Work Space Impact on Sustainability > BaxterStorey – Food Waste Costing the Earth > Skanska – We Build for a Better Society > Supply Chain Sustainability School > VINCI Facilities – Embedding the Triple Bottom Line of Social, Environmental and Economic Sustainability Societal Impact > Emprise Services Plc – Emprise with the British Library > Serco – Serco at Wishaw General Hospital > South London & Maudsley NHS Trust – Lambeth Sheltered Contract > VINCI Facilities – Reading from the Start Workplace Impact > Allen & Overy LLP > Amaya > AstraZeneca – Middlewood Court, Macclesfield Campus – ‘A Great Place to Work’ > Interserve and the BBC > Ministry of Justice Commuter Hubs Powered By Matrix Booking Innovation Recognising innovative facilities management technology, systems, products and services, and the benefits they bring from cost-savings to enhanced interaction. Innovation on Technology and Systems > BAM FM Ireland Ltd – Digitizing Assets & Delivering BIM2FM > ENGIE – Robotic Process Automation > Humanforce – Changing the Way FM Works > Skanska – Condition Based Maintenance: A Proactive Approach in FM New Product or Service of the Year > 24 > Crown Commercial Service > Durham University Housekeeping, Cleaning and General Services > Heathrow Airport Ltd – Spot & Report – Heathrow’s Fault Reporting Smartphone Application Chair of the Judges, Steve Gladwin said: “We all passionately believe in the value of FM and these categories are designed to bring out exemplar FM practices and showcase the value it brings to business and society.” The winners will be announced at the BIFM Awards ceremony which takes place on 10 October at the Grosvenor House Hotel on London’s Park Lane. Over 1,200 guests are expected to attend the ceremony. In the run-up to the ceremony BIFM will be announcing further information on the people, teams, projects and organisations that are in contention for an award in 2016. Source link
Wykeland Group, the leading commercial property development company, has appointed a new Development Director. Jonathan Stubbs steps up to the Wykeland Board with a brief to fulfil the potential of existing developments and identify new opportunities. Jonathan Stubbs joined the company two years ago as the Head of Developments. During this period he has played a key role in taking forward a number of schemes, including the £17m Treadmills redevelopment of the former Northallerton Prison site in North Yorkshire, working in partnership with Hambleton District Council. “I’m delighted and honoured to be offered this opportunity to develop my role and join the Board,” said Stubbs. “In my experience, Wykeland’s ethos of long-term investment and engagement with partners and local people to create high-quality, sustainable developments that deliver commercial and community value, is unique. I’ve really enjoyed being part of that culture and working with the great team at Wykeland.” In his new role, Jonathan will further enhance the potential of the company’s existing schemes, while identifying new opportunities that would fit its business model. “Jonathan’s appointment recognises the excellent contribution he has made since joining the business,” commented Wykeland Managing Director, Dominic Gibbons. “Jonathan will focus both on new prospects and evolving developments, such as the Treadmills scheme, further opportunities at Europarc in Grimsby, the development of the former Ramsdens store in Grimsby, and our G@Glasshoughton development off junction 32 of the M62 in West Yorkshire.” Wykeland has a £250 million development pipeline within the Hull region, with flagship schemes, such as the fast-growing Bridgehead business park close to the Humber Bridge. Wykeland’s other high-profile schemes include the @TheDock development in Hull’s Fruit Market, which features the Centre for Digital Innovation (C4DI) tech hub; the Flemingate mixed-use regeneration scheme in Beverley, East Yorkshire; the Meltonwest business park, west of Hull; and G@Glasshoughton, which comprises four development sites off junction 32 on the M62.
On Wednesday, the 18th of April, HLM, the leading design and architecture company, will be presenting at a first of its kind ‘Fire Station Design and Construction Workshop’ at Weston in Cheshire. Professionals from the Emergency Services sector will gather together at a unique event to share knowledge in a learning environment. During the workshop, design and construction professionals will carry out presentations in reference to finished and working projects. The event will provide a platform to network and discuss the challenges and opportunities of fire station design. HLM’s speakers at the event include Steven Lennon, Head of Emergency Services and Sarah Brady, Architect, who will discuss fire station design, landscape architecture and interior design. In addition, they will review the new Services Support Centres for Cornwall Fire & Rescue Service and the Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service. “I am looking forward to discussing the benefits of digital design and construction techniques for clients, including BIM and virtual reality. I will also analyse what digital construction is, what the government’s vision is and the benefits it can deliver for fire and rescue services in developing and managing their estate,” said speaker Simon Bell, HLM Director. Other speakers present at the workshop include GearGrid, who manufacture PPE locker storage and specialist equipment storage for cylinders, hose and maintenance rooms, Ridge, presenting on Building Services Design and additionally Flowcrete, showcasing the importance of floor specification. HLM has assisted so far four fire authorities with the design of over twelve stations, with the NIFRS Service Support Centre, Belfast as one of its current projects. They have also completed two fire service headquarters, both with regional control centres and two detailed training facilities ranging from USAR to live fire facility. The ‘Fire Station Design and Construction Workshop’ is supported by the Fire Times publication and it will start at 10am with complimentary lunch and refreshments provided.
We don’t know just how many construction contracts end in dispute, but it’s plain to see the sector is far more prone to legal wrangling than other spheres of business. The issue was officially recognised with the launch of the Conflict Avoidance Pledge, which aims to change behaviour in the land, property and construction industry by getting firms to look at their working practices and the way they deal with disputes. I spend much of my time advising clients how to avoid disagreements by understanding their contracts and having proper administration in place, but I also spend a lot of time helping to solve cases that have reached the courts. My own experience reflects the wider picture that many of these arguments could have been settled without formal litigation, and without the associated costs. It is startling how eager developers, contractors and joint venture partners are to take each other to court, even when there are initiatives designed to encourage them to seek alternative resolutions. Both parties in a dispute are supposed to at least consider mediation before commencing proceedings, but they can circumvent the Pre-Action Protocol for Construction and Engineering Disputes by mutual agreement and routinely do so. Often, contracts stipulate that parties should seek mediation in the event of a dispute, but it’s not mandatory and generally the clause gets ignored. But look at what happens once you head for court. As the aggrieved party, you complete a form and send in a court fee. In the construction sector, we’re used to dealing with big numbers, but even a relatively modest £100,000 claim will usually mean a court fee of £5,000, and it rises proportionately. Next, you send your claim to the court. The other party responds. The judge tells you both to go to see a mediation service. Given that 90 per cent of cases get settled at mediation, surely it would make sense to circumvent the court process and, for a fraction of the court fee, go to mediation. Another huge benefit of mediating is the time it takes to resolve a case, usually only one or two days. Compare that with the average length of time it takes a case to get resolved in the UK courts, which according to one report is 12 months. In the UK, we supposedly have a fast track court process, but while it may be swifter than similar systems elsewhere, it is certainly a stretch to describe it as fast. Why are firms reluctant to mediate? One reason is that one party or another in any dispute may simply hope the problem goes away before it comes to the crunch and they have to face the judge. Another is that mediation may seem unfamiliar. Yet mediation is not uncommon in the construction industry. As I mentioned earlier, cases that reach the courts routinely wind up in mediation. This is because official guidance states that courts should encourage parties to use alternative dispute resolution, which almost always turns out to be mediation. Independent mediators are there to get a discussion going so that the parties can resolve their differences. Unlike with the brutal winner and loser scenario of a court judgement, this can enable the business relationship to continue. I fervently believe that prevention is better than cure, and I would urge contractors to get expert advice on contracts, establishing programmes and setting up proper administration. However, if things do go wrong, I would urge everyone involved in a dispute to consider mediation as the first point of call. In fact, I am so passionate about the concept that I have just become an RICS Accredited Mediator. www.mpgqs.com By Michael Gallucci LLM MRICS MCIArb MAE, Managing Director, MPG construction consultants
Nixon Plant Hire have invested in a large fleet of eco-static welfare units manufactured by the Luton based company, AJC Trailers Limited. This brand new order is for AJC’s EasyCabin environmentally biased, Ecostatic 22 and 28 welfare units. Although Nixon Hire currently operates a substantial fleet of EasyCabin welfare units, this is the first time that Nixon have opted for the EasyCabin Ecostatic range. Commenting on their latest investment, Graham Nixon, Nixon’s Hire managing director said, “The decision to upgrade and enhance our temporary accommodation fleet was driven by demand from our clients requesting eco-biased units.” “AJC EasyCabin have themselves invested heavily in innovation and green technology, therefore when we evaluated their Ecostatic units it soon became apparent that, in our opinion, these were the most environmentally advanced welfare units available,” confirmed Mr. Nixon. Lisa Gillet, AJC’s sales director added, “We are naturally delighted that a market leading temporary accommodation hire firm, such as Nixon Hire, are committing themselves to our Ecostatic range. This is a testament to the foresight and creative thinking that our design teams are applying to bring real environmental benefits to all users of temporary accommodation. Environmental, energy-saving features are at the heart of the Ecostatic range.” The Ecostatic 22 is an eco-welfare unit that provides safe and comfortable facilities for up to twelve persons. The unit features a market changing modern appearance compared to other welfare cabins in the hire industry. This modern cabin includes energy efficient technology of automatic start/stop generator functionality and battery charging, with simplistic heating controls and 12v LED slim line recessed ceiling lights. There are also useful USB sockets, external lights and a fridge. Also included is a spacious canteen, plus hygienic toilets and a handy spacious drying room. Power is delivered via EasyCabin’s unique Ecosmart technology which regulates the power usage of the generator, reducing the fuel consumption dramatically when compared to the industry standard of a continually running generator. The EasyCabin Ecostatic 28 has all the features and benefits of the Ecostatic 22; however this unit provides additional office space for two persons and is one of the most eco-friendly and efficient static welfare units available in today’s market. Founded in 1967, Nixon Hire is a family-run business employing nearly 500 people across an ever-expanding depot network. With over 50 years of experience they supply quality plant, tools, and temporary accommodation alongside portable toilet products supported by associated services. Nixon Hire currently has 13 depots in the north of England and throughout Scotland. AJC EasyCabin has recently been awarded a Green Apple Environment Award in an international campaign to find the greenest companies, councils and communities. AJC competed against more than 500 other nominations in the Green Apple Awards for Environmental Best Practice and were presented with a trophy and certificate at an award presentation ceremony in the Houses of Parliament, London, in November 2017.
RGB Building Supplies Exeter is inviting the local tradespeople to a free decorating breakfast morning on Tuesday, the 24th of April. There will be free bacon butties and cups of coffee between 7.30am and 11am, while leading industry names, such as Crown, Farrow & Ball, Bedec, ProDec and Tembe, will be holding product demonstrations and will be answering questions. Everyone attending will receive a 10% discount on all paint throughout the day, as well as being given the chance to win a replica football shirt in a free prize draw. “Our demo morning is a great opportunity for local tradespeople and homeowners to come and hear about some of the latest decorating products and receive expert advice. We look forward to welcoming everyone along for breakfast,” commented Paul West, Branch Manager at RGB Exeter. The event will be taking place at RGB’s Exeter branch based on Alphinbrook Road. RGB Building Supplies is one of the leading independent builders merchants in the South West, operating out of 19 locations across Devon, Cornwall and Somerset. The branches contain a wide array of high quality products in stock, including landscaping, plumbing and heating, decorating, heavyside and lightside and general building materials, as well as dedicated kitchen, bathroom and bedroom showrooms in many locations.
Paul Wilson has become partners with Midlands law firm Lodders. This strategic appointment will add a new specialism to Lodders portfolio and it represents an expansion of the firm’s real estate offering that complements its existing planning & highways and rights of way expertise. Wilson specialises in contentious and non-contentious construction and engineering law and has extensive experience advising and acting on behalf of lenders, developers, main contractors, specialist sub-contractors, educational establishments, professional service providers, high net worth individuals and investors, alongside his niche expertise in party wall disputes. In his new role he will work closely with the firm’s top ranking commercial property team, dispute resolution team and the real estate practice generally. “Paul’s arrival completes the range of services within our real estate offering, as we have been looking for a construction expert for the past few years. Lodders’ depth of commercial property expertise is exceptional for a regional, non-City firm, and is now supported by construction expertise that complements our existing and unrivalled planning, highways and rights of way specialisms,” commented Lodders’ managing partner Paul Mourton on Paul’s appointment.. “Not only does Paul’s appointment represent the addition of another pedigree lawyer to our heavyweight real estate practice, but his expertise enhances our development and investment specialism.” He will be based at Lodders’ Stratford upon Avon office and will work across the firm’s Midlands and South West office network, bringing in his 20 years of experience working for several of the UK’s leading law firms. “Lodders has both a wonderful reputation and existing client base. This is a rare and attractive opportunity to develop this new role which complements the firm’s existing successful commercial property, real estate, planning and dispute resolutions practices,” said Paul Wilson. Lodders is a premier law firm in Stratford upon Avon, Cheltenham, Birmingham and Henley in Arden. The firm has 25 partners and over 130 fee earners and support staff across its office network. With its portfolio of sector and market specific legal teams, the firm has recorded year-on-year growth in recent years.
