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Grenfell Tower to be demolished, UK government confirms

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The UK housing secretary Angela Rayner formally announced the decision today, while the coming months will see a specialist contractor begin developing a plan to demolish the tower. A major fire spread throughout the building in 2017, killing 72 people and triggering a public inquiry. ” Related on.

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LA halts Metro Purple Line construction over worker safety concerns

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Work on the vast expansion of the Metro Purple Line in Los Angeles has come to an abrupt stop following dozens of worker injuries and safety concerns that officials say have not been addressed. The safety of those building our county’s transportation projects must always be protected.

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New AI resource guide details tech solutions for building contractors

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The industry group Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) has just published a new guide to AI resources for contractors working closely with architects on building projects across the U.S.

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Nonresidential construction spending increased by 0.8% in July, carried by gains in public projects

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Census Bureau by Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC). Spending on highways and streets and public safety saw the largest jumps over the month, up 4.4% Spending on highways and streets and public safety saw the largest jumps over the month, up 4.4% Public safety, however, is still down 4.7% billion last month.

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The Ultimate Guide To Data-Driven Construction: Optimize Projects, Reduce Risks, & Boost Innovation

Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network

In today’s construction market, owners, construction managers, and contractors must navigate increasing challenges, from cost management to project delays. Fortunately, digital tools now offer valuable insights to help mitigate these risks. That’s where data-driven construction comes in. You won’t want to miss this webinar!

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Nonresidential construction spending rises by nearly 1% in November, driven by boosts in manufacturing and conservation projects

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Census Bureau data by the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC), national nonresidential construction spending rose 0.9% Subcategories that experienced dips in spending in November include: commercial, health care, communication, highway and street, amusement and recreation, public safety, and water supply. in November.

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As the UK’s Raac problems grow, concerned educators complain of a stalled government response

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The challenge is twofold at present, with contractors' inability to hasten repairs before 2026 being made worse by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's cuts to the rebuilding program just weeks after it was initiated. No one knows exactly what will happen to the endangered schools in the interim.