ACE backs planning bill amendment

ACE chief executive Kate JenningsAmendment 130 to the Planning and Infrastructure Bill inserts the clause: “An environmental impact identified in an EDP [environmental delivery plan] may only affect nutrient neutrality, water quality, water resource or air quality.”It...

Glencar to build Warrington service station

CGI of the planned Warrington servicesGlencar is preparing to start work on the construction of a new motorway service area (MSA) at Junction 11 of the M62 near Warrington.The multi-phase design-and-build contract includes extensive earthworks, drainage and ground...

Spades in ground for Newlands Hurst

Remediation works have begunStory Homes has begun the remediation phase for its new 60-home Newlands Hurst development in Northumberland, on a site where a Marley roof tile factory previously stood.Redevelopment of the brownfield site will deliver 60 four- to...

HSE consults on tighter asbestos regs

The Health & Safety Executive (HSE) has launched a consultation on proposals to improve the application of the Control of Asbestos Regulations and guidance around asbestos management.The HSE is seeking views on three proposals: to ensure the independence and...