All Comment articles – Page 36
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My hopes and fears for construction ahead of COP26
In just over two weeks’ time, the UK is set to host the biggest international conference on climate change in history. When COP26 lands in Glasgow on 31 October, the eyes of the world will rest firmly on this country and our progress towards net zero carbon.Â
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Bridging the valley of death: greener buildings need not cost more
The right use of technology can provide affordable future-proof buildings that perform better for everyone. The ABC is here to help, says Sam Stacey
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£1 notices aren’t worth the paper they’re printed on
A payment notice is invalid if it fails to set out the amount genuinely considered due – placeholder notices don’t count, says Tony Bingham
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Good design is crucial as we tackle the nation’s biggest challenges
The cabinet reshuffle and hosting of COP26 are two major events this season that form part of the UK’s longer race towards a different future, says Sadie Morgan
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We must attract more young people to a job making history
The skills shortage facing construction is particularly acute within more niche, highly skilled roles. So it’s time for the Year of the Craftsperson, says Adrian Attwood
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Materials database is a passport for reuse
A circular economy is a necessity not a choice. Material passports offer an opportunity to gather and organise data about the materials within a building to facilitate their effective recovery and reuse at the end of the building’s life. They can inform the initial choice of materials, products and components ...
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Join me in the last-chance saloon and we’ll rise to the climate change challenge
An awful lot is riding on the COP26 conference in my home town in November, says Jack Pringle. We must lead by example and all make a difference
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Tidal energy: a realistic, scaleable alternative source
Stuart Murphy, founder of renewables project TPGen24, proposes an untapped resource that could help affirm construction’s sustainable credentials
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It is vital that we rise to the digital challenge
The infrastructure sector is among the last to embrace the potential of the digital revolution but it is in all of our interests to do so, says Richard Threlfall
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More funding for research and education is vital to cutting carbon
Jerry Tate of Tate + Co on why actually delivering highly efficient buildings is an uphill battle
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Case in focus: Dana UK Axle Ltd vs Freudenberg FSTÂ GmbH
Ted Lowery looks at a case in which the defendant’s expert evidence was excluded
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Is a collateral warranty a construction contract?
Victoria Peckett on what the Toppan ruling has added to the debate about when a collateral warranty constitutes a construction contract
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A liquid situation over damages
Tony Bingham tells of a subcontractor defending a liquidated damages claim that decided it did want to pay them after all, when the client changed tack
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Construction industry gossip: Have you heard the latest?
There’s old news … and then there’s very, very old news
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Levitt’s warts-and-all report must lead to real change at the RICS
 Members want a more transparent organisation representing them – and they want their voices to be heard
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Countdown to COP26: Timber is a panacea but use it wisely
Timber is widely regarded as the obvious solution in the quest for a sustainable construction material, but it is not as simple as thatÂ
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Can the RICS become fit for purpose again?
Only root-and-branch reform can restore the professional body’s credibility after the mass resignation of the senior management team, Richard Steer says
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PFI hand-back – are you at risk?
If you were involved in design or construction of PFI projects about to expire, be prepared for fallout in the form of claims against you as the facilities are handed back. By Sheena Sood
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Get that September spring in your step
This has always been the month for getting back to normal, our batteries recharged – but it’ll require extra measures this year to get everyone’s bounce back, warns James Wates
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Wanted: new, young talent to improve our world
If construction is really to change for the better, then our industry leaders need to engage the gamechangers, says Ann Bentley