Building services provider J S Wright is to design the mechanical services for 800 new homes at two major developments in north and east London. The mechanical and electrical (M&E) specialist, which has offices in Birmingham, Bristol and London, has been awarded two contracts together valued at more than £200,000
A new study into the installation costs of underfloor heating versus traditional radiators has shown that the underfloor heating option is far more economical than is generally perceived. The study, conducted by force drying specialist, ForceDry, was based on data from leading contractors for installations in a one, two and
An MSP will be raising a further motion addressing the ongoing campaign to confer statutory recognition on Scotland’s professional electricians in the Scottish Parliament later this month. The move, by Jamie Halcro Johnston, Scottish Conservative and Unionist MSP for the Highlands and Islands, is the latest in a determined campaign
TWELVE experienced engineers at national M&E consultancy Couch Perry Wilkes (CPW) have attained accreditation to join the CIBSE (Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers) Heat Networks Consultants Register. CIBSE Heat Networks Consultants are able to advise on the Code of Practice CP1 on Heat Networks, produced by CIBSE and the
If you are looking to invest in a new boiler, the first thing you ought to know is the variety of boilers on the market. There are plenty of boiler options on the market, and if you are to make the right decision for your home’s boiler, you need to
Healthcare consultancy, Essentia Trading, has announced the winning contractors for two new energy saving frameworks that offer unique savings guarantees for NHS Trusts and other public sector organisations. They are the Essentia LED Lighting Framework and the Essentia Battery Storage Framework. NHS Trusts and other public sector organisations will now
Construction-related companies across Scotland are being hit by a double whammy of rising costs and late payment, according to an influential new business survey which tracks quarterly activity and trends. On the issue of payment, respondents to the survey confirmed that just under half of all payments from public sector bodies
Building services firm and gas specialists, J Tomlinson, are proud supporters of Gas Safety Week 2018, which will be taking place between 17th – 23rd September. The campaign, now in its eighth year, is designed and co-ordinated by Gas Safe Register, and aims to raise awareness of the vital importance
Independent Connections Provider (ICP) Matrix Networks has been contracted by developer Roxhill via main contractor Buckingham Group, to design and install the electrical services connection to bring the new £182m Gateway South commercial park in Coventry to life. The announcement follows hot on the heels of Matrix Networks’ successful completion
SELECT, the campaigning body for the electro-technical trade in Scotland, has been updating its members on key points from the newly launched 18th Edition of the IET Wiring Regulations. SELECT’s Technical Standards Adviser, Bob Cairney, prepared the guide which is available in an on-line format to assist members to understand
Building services provider J S Wright is to design the mechanical services for 800 new homes at two major developments in north and east London. The mechanical and electrical (M&E) specialist, which has offices in Birmingham, Bristol and London, has been awarded two contracts together valued at more than £200,000 to design the heating, gas, hot and cold water, drainage and ventilation services for Seasprite Close in Northolt and New Road in Rainham. Both schemes of maisonettes, town houses and apartments totalling 800 units are being developed in partnerships between leading housebuilder Hill and Ealing Council and Clarion Housing Group respectively. J S Wright will design heat networks for the 62 private apartments housed in three blocks of four to eight storeys at the Seasprite Close scheme, and for the 666 apartments housed in 15 blocks of five to 15 storeys at New Road, Rainham where 35 per cent of all the new properties will be affordable housing. These communal heating systems will incorporate energy efficient and carbon-saving gas-fired combined heat and power (CHP) energy centres that will deliver low pressure domestic hot water on demand as well as underfloor heating to each apartment at low return temperatures. As heat network consultants accredited by the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE), J S Wright will build the systems to Fair Heat specification and in accordance with the principles of the CIBSE Heat Networks Code of Practice. The company will also reduce building energy costs at both developments by designing mechanical ventilation heat recovery (MVHR) systems that will extract stale air from apartments and replace it with fresh incoming air heated by the outgoing air. Seasprite Close is scheduled to be completed in Spring 2021, while the New Road, Rainham development is scheduled for completion in 2025. J S Wright is already working on design and build contracts for Hill and Peabody at a 300-home scheme at 97 Lea Bridge Road in Leyton and a 66-home development at The Reach in Thamesmead. Marcus Aniol, Managing Director of J S Wright, said: “We are delighted to be able to strengthen our relationship with such a prestigious housebuilder by designing energy saving services for ever-wider areas of London that are undergoing regeneration.” Founded in Birmingham in 1890, J S Wright designs, builds and maintains M&E services for the hotel, residential, social housing, student accommodation, leisure and commercial sectors. The company was voted one of the UK’s Top Ten Specialist Contractors to Work For in the 2016 Construction Enquirer Awards and was a finalist in three categories in this year’s H&V News Awards. For further details, please email jswright@jswright.co.uk
A new study into the installation costs of underfloor heating versus traditional radiators has shown that the underfloor heating option is far more economical than is generally perceived. The study, conducted by force drying specialist, ForceDry, was based on data from leading contractors for installations in a one, two and three bedroom property. Three specifications were included: traditional radiators and 75mm sand & cement screed, traditional radiators with a 50mm flowing screed, and a 50mm flowing screed with underfloor heating. The findings showed that, for an 80m2 dwelling, installation costs for the sand and cement approach range from £3,003.72 to £3,483.10; for a 50mm flowing screed with radiators costs start at £3,163.72 to £3,563.10 and for a 50mm flowing screed with underfloor heating costs range from £3,464.63 and £4,082.30. The costs for the underfloor heating approach also includes force drying, which facilitates fast, safe drying of liquid screed floors. This approach reduces drying time typically from around 90 days to as little as 28 days, representing a significant time saving and additional cost saving in the construction process. Ross Verity, managing director of ForceDry, said: “There is a perception that underfloor heating is expensive and only practical in commercial terms for installation in higher end properties. However, our study shows that the underfloor heating method is only marginally more expensive to install than radiators, but when combined with force drying with the considerable cost benefits of the time saved factored in, the overall costs could actually be less. This means underfloor heating with a flowing screed can be a viable solution for all kinds of housing, including social and affordable.” Verity also points to the environmental benefits of using liquid gypsum screed flooring, which comprise 98% recycled waste material, require less energy to produce and, because it is thinner, uses less material. These factors result in a carbon footprint over 70% lower than that of sand and cement screeds. Verity said: “This approach is economical to install, environmentally friendly and performs very efficiently. It can save developers and property owners time and money during build and allows them to offer a superior product specification. Home owners and tenants then benefit from the comfort, economy and low maintenance this kind of system offers.”
An MSP will be raising a further motion addressing the ongoing campaign to confer statutory recognition on Scotland’s professional electricians in the Scottish Parliament later this month. The move, by Jamie Halcro Johnston, Scottish Conservative and Unionist MSP for the Highlands and Islands, is the latest in a determined campaign by representatives of both employers and employees to secure official, legal recognition of qualified and competent electricians in the interests of public safety. Pat Rafferty, Scotland Regional Secretary of Unite the Union has expressed its full support for the long-running campaign for recognition of the skills, knowledge, training, experience and qualifications of electricians and the vital role they play in the functioning of modern society: “Unite has already contributed to the establishment of the Electricians Working Group which was convened at Holyrood following a concerted awareness-raising push by electrical employers’ association SELECT, the Scottish Joint Industry Board and the Scottish Electrical Charitable Training Trust, together with Unite.” “The Government’s own statistics disclose that 69% of all accidental fires in Scottish homes are caused by electricity and it is clear that work carried out by unqualified operators poses a distinct threat to community safety. This motion is a crucial next step in our campaign for recognition and we are optimistic that it will be carried,” Pat added. Due to be debated in parliament on Thursday, the 25th of October, Mr Halcro Johnston’s motion will ask Holyrood to note the calls supporting the principle of the regulation of electricians and will point out also that, while more than 100 regulated professions exist in the UK –– there is no protection afforded to electricians. Moreover, it will again ask Parliament to appreciate that improperly-installed electrical work creates a significant risk of fire as well as other harm to householders and that the installation of electrical work by unqualified or only partly qualified individuals carries a safety risk. Finally, it will ask for acknowledgement of calls for the Scottish Government to consider how the Parliament’s powers over protection of title can be utilised to reassure the public of the safety of electrical work in domestic and non-domestic premises. “Recognition of the vital role that trained and qualified electricians play in safeguarding all parts of Scottish society is long overdue. These are highly-trained, competent and qualified professional people whose contribution to Scotland’s economy and modern life is immense,” concluded Fiona Harper, The Secretary of the Scottish Joint Industry Training Board.
TWELVE experienced engineers at national M&E consultancy Couch Perry Wilkes (CPW) have attained accreditation to join the CIBSE (Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers) Heat Networks Consultants Register. CIBSE Heat Networks Consultants are able to advise on the Code of Practice CP1 on Heat Networks, produced by CIBSE and the Association for Decentralised Energy (ADE) in collaboration with the Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC). Rather than simply providing guidance for industry professionals, the code specifies minimum requirements which must be met in order to produce a successful scheme and comply with the code. Accredited Heat Networks Consultants are required to pass an examination which assesses their knowledge and understanding of the code of practice before they are able to join the register. Speaking of the achievement, Carl Humpage, director at CPW, said: “The ethos that underpins all of the work that we do at CPW is our unwavering commitment to industry standards, personal CPD and ultimately exceeding the expectations of our clients. With this in mind, my fellow consultants and I were keen to achieve this accreditation in order to confidently advise and offer a considered recommendation to each of our clients’ individual requirements. “District heating networks are now seen as one of the key solutions to deliver a low carbon energy economy, particularly in high heat density areas so they need to be designed, built and operated to a high standard to deliver customer and user satisfaction. Through this new accreditation, our team are now fully prepared to guide our clients so each project connects with the UK’s future low carbon energy infrastructure.” For further information visit www.cpwp.com or follow @Couchperrys on Twitter.
If you are looking to invest in a new boiler, the first thing you ought to know is the variety of boilers on the market. There are plenty of boiler options on the market, and if you are to make the right decision for your home’s boiler, you need to have an intricate understanding of the various boilers. Importantly, you need to understand their differentiating performances, and, therefore, choose a type of boiler that will not only meet your needs but also run efficiently and economically in your home. Herein is a boiler guide to give you insight into the types of boilers available. 1. Combi Boilers Combination boilers, better known as combi boilers are some of the most popular, if not the most popular boilers in the United Kingdom. Its popularity stems from its ability to provide hot water and heat a house without needing or using a water storage tank. Since they do not need a water tank, they are space efficient. Moreover, they can be connected to the main council line, therefore, providing hot water on demand with the council waterline pressure. Additionally, homeowners have the liberty to choose a gas-powered or electric boiler. That being said, they do have some cons. For instance, when you need hot water supply from more than one tap, you will experience a drop in water pressure. It is also of critical importance that you a hire professional and experienced boiler installer as the installation of this particular type of boiler is quite complex. 2 . System Boilers This is the perfect boiler for households that require/need stored water. They provide hot water to multiple taps at the same time with ample pressure. It runs more efficiently than the regular boiler, thereby offering huge cost saving. Furthermore, since the vast majority of the system components are contained in the boiler, they tend to be easier and much faster to install. Furthermore, they are space economic as they do not need a storage tank in your loft to operate. However, due to the system design, you do not get hot water instantly. Instead, you have to wait for a while for the water to heat up and collect in the boiler cylinder. Furthermore, in cases where the hot water runs out, you have to wait for the additional water to be heated. 3. Gas Boilers Gas boilers are boilers that make use of Methane (CH4)/ Natural Gas as the main fuel. These types of boilers are some of the most popular boilers on the market owing to the fact that natural gas is one of the most popular heating fuel. Being available in the mains, many homes get the supply to natural gas quite easily. Furthermore, they do not need to store the fuel in their home, making it easier for them to use the gas. However, the mains that supply natural gas is not available everywhere. Hence not all houses have a gas boiler as an option. 4. Electric Boilers Electric boilers use the same principle as the gas boiler to heat water. However, instead of using gas as the energy source, they use electricity. They are particularly well-suited for properties that have restrictions on the use of gas boilers or properties that have no access to main gas supply. They also offer the benefit of running quietly, and their small and compact sizes mean they are space efficient. You should be aware of their potential to have higher running costs, especially if you are on a split plan. 5. Regular Boilers/Conventional Boiler/Open Vent For the most part, regular boilers are increasingly losing their popularity with regards to typical household hot water supply new and more efficient boilers gain more acceptance. For starters, they are somewhat less efficient than other modern systems. Moreover, they require enormous amounts of space for the water tanks and cylinder. As such, you will find them in old homes. That being said, they still remain a viable boiler option, especially for homes with high demand for hot water or for homes with numerous bathrooms. This is due to their ability to supply water to a large number of taps without the flow rate or pressure weakening. 6. Oil Fired Boilers This type of boiler is designed to burn oil. The nature of the oil allows it to be safely stored for a long time in the vicinity of a home. As such, oil is stored nearby the house in a storage unit, where heating oil is topped up as per individual needs. The oil fired boiler is the perfect boiler choice for homes that are not connected to the natural gas mains and or located outside the urban centres. As such, it a popular choice for the over 4 million houses in the UK that are not connected to the main natural gas supply line. 7. Solid Fuel Boilers Solid fuel boilers are not vastly different from other boilers. In principle, they burn a fuel, in this case, a solid in the form of wood, paper, coal, or other solid fuels to provide heat. These boilers are considered by some to be an aesthetically pleasing boiler system. 8. Condensing Boiler Condensing boilers are not a boiler type on its own. Instead, they can be considered as an attribute that a gas and or oil boilers can have. Therefore, you can use a condensing conventional boiler or a condensing combi boiler. That being said, they are typically classified as a boiler type owing to their distinguishing energy efficiency. Condensing boilers are far more energy efficient than the other non-condensing boilers. They achieve the higher energy efficiency performance by condensing the vapour in the exhaust gases, thereby recovering/extracting the latent heat of vaporisation that typically gets waters. As such, they have an efficiency greater than 90%. When you settle down on a type of boiler, you should make sure you contract professionally trained and experienced technicians for your boiler installation. The quality of boiler installation plays an
Healthcare consultancy, Essentia Trading, has announced the winning contractors for two new energy saving frameworks that offer unique savings guarantees for NHS Trusts and other public sector organisations. They are the Essentia LED Lighting Framework and the Essentia Battery Storage Framework. NHS Trusts and other public sector organisations will now be able to use the frameworks to procure public sector compliant suppliers for their energy saving projects. Both frameworks guarantee that if the expected cost savings are not reached within the contract period, then the supplier will have to pay the difference. Suppliers have been appointed for up to four years after a rigorous selection process. Details of the frameworks and the winning contractors are as follows: Essentia LED Lighting Framework A free-to-use, UK-wide lighting framework that helps public sector clients to deliver cost, carbon and ongoing maintenance savings, as well as improve environments and lighting services. Flexible in its approach, contracts can be awarded via both direct award or mini-competition. This is the only lighting-specific framework to offer a savings guarantee. There are seven winning suppliers on this framework: E.ON Ecolite Thorlux Lighting Blackbourne Gamma Group Energy Saving Lighting (ESL) Energys Group Essentia Battery Storage Framework A free-to-access battery storage framework that supports public sector clients in procuring battery storage solutions to reduce fixed and variable charges. The framework has several suppliers on it that can implement computer-controlled battery storage solutions enabling organisations to reduce Triad charges, DUoS charges, Capacity Market Charges and utilise grid incentives such as Firm Frequency Response. There are six winning suppliers on this framework: Bouygues Energies and Services red T Energy Storage Centrica Business Solutions Powerstar EDF Energy Veolia Trusts and public sector bodies that choose to use the framework will be helped through the selection and contracts process by Essentia’s award-winning sustainability team. Since 2014, Essentia has helped deliver over £18m of energy savings for 19 NHS Trusts, 27 Acute Hospitals and over 30 community-based sites. Alexandra Hammond, Sustainability Director at Essentia, commented: “The NHS currently spends more than £540 million on energy every year, but could be making significant savings by installing technologies such as LED lighting and smart energy management systems”. “The major benefit of using an Essentia framework is that all projects come with a savings guarantee and built-in business case. We take away the complexity of energy saving procurement and provide a fast route to market and provide advice and guidance throughout the procurement process to ensure clients secure the best partners for their projects.” For further information on either of the Frameworks, contact sustainability@essentia.uk.com or call 0207188 6000. For more information on Essentia’s sustainability work visit: https://www.essentia.uk.com/
Construction-related companies across Scotland are being hit by a double whammy of rising costs and late payment, according to an influential new business survey which tracks quarterly activity and trends. On the issue of payment, respondents to the survey confirmed that just under half of all payments from public sector bodies were made within 30 days. But by contrast, only 30% of payments from commercial clients were made within 30 days with the rest taking up to 89 days to settle their accounts. The survey was carried out on behalf of the Electrical Contractors Association, the Building Engineering Services Association, Scottish electrical trade body SELECT and the Scottish and Northern Ireland Plumbing Employers’ Federation. It also showed that the costs faced by companies shot up in the second quarter of the year, reflecting ongoing political uncertainty and wider international commodity ramifications. More than 70% of respondents said that material costs were higher than at the start of the year whilst 29.51% said that the cost of being tendered to had risen. Other Scottish Government initiatives to improve payment were having little overall impact with just over 10% of respondents saying that their organisations’ projects used Project Bank Accounts (PBAs). Darrell Matthews, who took over as Managing Director of SELECT earlier this year, said: “The construction sector is currently in a good place in Scotland, but this masks some bad practice in the industry, as this survey highlights. “Whilst it’s good to see some public sector clients’ efforts on fair payment policy heading in the right direction, it is vital to ensure that SMEs, the lifeblood of the Scottish economy, are paid on time. “It is also a tribute to the resilience of both small and large employers that they are generally more optimistic about future work despite rising costs and recurring late payment issues. “The Scottish Government could do more to assist SMEs by enforcing their own powers under the Procurement Act to make sure payments are made on time right down the contractual chain. Changes to the levels at which PBAs are introduced would also help in speeding up payment”. SELECT’s 1250 member companies account for around 90% of all electrical installation work carried out in Scotland. They have a collective turnover of around £1 billion. The organisation helps to shape the market environment by representing the industry to all levels of government and helps influence legislation to create industry conditions which enable member firms to provide a quality service and maintain profitability. For more information please contact Alan Wilson, Head of Membership and Communications at SELECT, the Electrical Contractors’ Association of Scotland, The Walled Garden, Bush Estate, Midlothian, EH26 0SB. T: 0131 445 5577. E: admin@select.org.uk. W: www.select.org.uk Twitter: http://twitter.com/updates_select
Building services firm and gas specialists, J Tomlinson, are proud supporters of Gas Safety Week 2018, which will be taking place between 17th – 23rd September. The campaign, now in its eighth year, is designed and co-ordinated by Gas Safe Register, and aims to raise awareness of the vital importance of gas safety and ensuring gas appliances throughout the home and workplace are properly maintained. A poorly maintained gas appliance has the potential to lead to devastating consequences, including gas leaks, fires, explosions and carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning – the ‘silent killer’ which causes approximately 25 deaths in England and Wales every year. In 2017, thousands of organisations across the UK signed up to help promote awareness of gas safety amongst their customers and local communities. This year, J Tomlinson will be running a week-long campaign starting two days ahead of Gas Safety Week, where the company will be spreading the word at the Nottingham City Homes Annual Fun Day with activities and educational materials for all the family. Whilst parents will be provided with informative leaflets and flyers, children will be able to take home gas safety-specific puzzles and quizzes designed by Gas Safe Register – and will even have the chance to get a themed glitter “tattoo” of the symbolic blue flame. While gas has become an important part of our lives and its increasing prices make people to look for gas gift cards, it is very much required to use this resource efficiently. The company will also be taking to social media to manage a six-day Gas Safety quiz, which will test consumers’ knowledge on the topic, such as how often gas appliances should be checked, as well as startling statistics about gas safety in the UK. Individuals with the most correct answers will be entered into a prize draw to win a carbon monoxide alarm and a Love2shop gift card. J Tomlinson, which primarily operates across the East Midlands, West Midlands and Yorkshire, works with numerous organisations to provide a 24/7 gas service to clients including Ashfield District Council, emh homes and Bromford Group. 100% of gas work is undertaken by the firm’s directly employed workforce – offering a 3* gas service and 4* star gas service to customers. Steve Kirkland, managing director (repairs and maintenance/facilities management) at J Tomlinson, commented: “J Tomlinson has provided gas servicing, maintenance and installation for over 20 years, and we pride ourselves on our knowledge and expertise in the areas of safety, workmanship and customer service. With over 21 million UK households using gas for heating, hot water and cooking, we are passionate about promoting the importance of gas safety to our customers and local communities, and strongly encourage all homeowners to ensure their gas appliances are checked on an annual basis by a Gas Safe registered engineer, which you can verify by checking their ID card.” Jonathan Samuel, chief executive for Gas Safe Register, said: “It’s great to see so many people supporting Gas Safety Week this year to help spread important and, in some cases, lifesaving advice about gas safety. It’s so vital that we help people to know not to cut corners with gas and always ask a suitably qualified Gas Safe registered engineer to work on gas appliances at their home to stay gas safe.” Nottingham-based J Tomlinson offers a range of integrated building services which include construction, mechanical and electrical services (M&E), facilities management, refurbishment, repairs and maintenance and regeneration. The company works in many sectors, including supported living, care home and senior living, health, commercial, industrial, blue light and heritage. For more information about J Tomlinson, visit www.jtomlinson.co.uk. To find out more about how you can help stay gas safe, visit https://www.gassaferegister.co.uk.
Independent Connections Provider (ICP) Matrix Networks has been contracted by developer Roxhill via main contractor Buckingham Group, to design and install the electrical services connection to bring the new £182m Gateway South commercial park in Coventry to life. The announcement follows hot on the heels of Matrix Networks’ successful completion of the multi-utility infrastructure works for the prestigious SEGRO Logistics Park – East Midlands Gateway in Leicestershire last month, also for Roxhill. With work already starting on site, the ICP’s brief is to design and build a Primary Substation to provide electricity on the 200-acre development which surrounds Coventry Airport. Matrix will be designing and installing electrical infrastructure to bring a 33kVa electrical supply into the Park, providing a load of 20MVA to power the commercial units located across both the northern and southern sections of the development. Commenting on the new contract, Matrix Networks Managing Director, Rob Sparkes, said: “Gateway South is more than a contract win, its repeat business from a valued client, with whom we’ve developed a positive, long-term relationship. “We’re delighted to have the opportunity to demonstrate once again, how important collaborative working is for the successful delivery of utility infrastructure projects. And, over the next 12 months, our experienced team will work with Roxhill and their other development partners, to ensure we communicate, integrate and deliver ‘power on’ to bring Gateway South to life on time.” Previous contracts between Matrix Networks and Roxhill include Gateway Peterborough, a 180-acre distribution and manufacturing park at Junction 17 of the A1(M), and Kettering Gateway, a 90-acre business park with mixed use at Junction 10 of the A14. Martin Eckersall, Infrastructure Director, Roxhill added: “Cost and programme certainty are two of our most important considerations when procuring utility contracts. Matrix Networks has consistently provided this for us, over a significant period of time and I’m pleased to be working with them to deliver Gateway South.” Matrix Networks is an industrial and commercial multi-utility Independent Connections Provider (ICP), servicing UK developers, main contractors, and consultants. The Company is accredited under CHAS and Altius, as well as Lloyd’s Register WIRS, GIRS and NERS schemes. www.matrixnetworks.co.uk @matrix_networks
SELECT, the campaigning body for the electro-technical trade in Scotland, has been updating its members on key points from the newly launched 18th Edition of the IET Wiring Regulations. SELECT’s Technical Standards Adviser, Bob Cairney, prepared the guide which is available in an on-line format to assist members to understand the changes contained in these important regulations. The guide will also feature in the next issue of SELECT’s CableTalk magazine. Bob said: “BS: 7671:2018 (The 18th Edition of the IET Wiring Regulations) contains a number of significant changes which reflect industry best practice. “We have recently been out on the road to highlight the changes during our recent very successful Scotland-wide Toolbox Talks. These were held a few weeks ago and the presentations were well received by the members who attended”. A central theme of the regulations concerns improvements to the level of safety provided in new electrical installations and in particular with regard to fire safety. The 18th Edition introduces new devices called arc fault detection devices (AFDD) and these, where installed can provide an additional level of electrical safety from faults which other protective devices cannot detect specifically arcing faults. These are expected to be widely adopted by the industry. There is also new guidance on types of RCD and arrangement of devices to achieve selectivity between protective devices. Also of interest is informative guidance on energy efficiency. Darrell Mathews, Managing Director of SELECT, said: “These regulations incorporate the latest in technological developments across our sector and, while they do not come into force until 1 January 2019, we want SELECT members, as ever, to be in pole position.”
