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the walrus

Aug. 1, 2004

[MMC-IMG=808-A=Left] The Walrus and his colleagues aren’t much looking forward to the Olympics, what with the GB Team set to reap little more than a couple of Bronzes. So they have thought up some alternative events in which housebuilders might excel

Keeping score

Aug. 1, 2004

<MMC-CAPTION 100 ALIGN=LEFT> [MMC-IMG=807-A=Left] New Laing md Dave Livingstone – “I have no preconceptions but I want to grow the business” </MMC-CAPTION> There have been many changes at Laing Homes since the George Wimpey takeover in 2002, culminating i

Building credibility

Aug. 1, 2004

<MMC-CAPTION 100 ALIGN=LEFT> [MMC-IMG=805-A=Left] Tony Barnatt, an experienced bricklayer with East Sussex-based Owen Contractors, has found the OSAT scheme “hugely beneficial” </MMC-CAPTION> Ensuring skilled and reliable construction workers are fully qu

The value of design

Aug. 1, 2004

[MMC-IMG=804-A=Left] Barry Munday, chairman of architectural firm PRP, argues that PPG3 requirements should not be treated with scepticism. They can enable housebuilders to produce schemes that can be a marketing dream and lead to higher profits

english partnerships

Aug. 1, 2004

English Partnerships’ role in housing in the UK has grown dramatically in the past couple of years. It now has a brownfield landbank of more than 2,500 hectares, is partnering with the private sector and demanding high standards from the firms who want to

john stewart’s housing viewpoint: Castles in the sky

Aug. 1, 2004

[MMC-IMG=802-A=Left] Anyone with doubts about the present government’s policies for housing supply should take a look at emerging Conservative policies. Things could only get worse, argues John Stewart

moves and appointments

Aug. 1, 2004