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High Court Ruling: Self-Employed Bricklayer Deemed Employee in Landmark Asbestos Case

Wednesday January 14, 2026/in Breaking, Top News/by SykesIT

In a significant ruling, the High Court has determined that a self-employed bricklayer, exposed to asbestos, should have been classified as an employee.

Contractor’s £22,000 Levy Appeal Fails Amidst System Criticisms

Monday January 12, 2026/in Breaking, Top News/by SykesIT

A Surrey-based contractor, MJL Construction Associates, has been ordered to pay nearly £22,000 after losing its appeal against the Construction Industry Training Board’s (CITB) levy system.

Historic City of London Building to Become Luxury Hotel with Modern Rooftop Extension

Wednesday January 7, 2026/in Breaking, Top News/by SykesIT

The City of London Corporation has approved plans for a significant transformation of a Grade II-listed Victorian building at 27-28 Clements Lane into a 180-key luxury hotel.

Higgins Group Surges Back to Profitability with Turnover Exceeding £300 Million

Tuesday January 6, 2026/in Breaking, Top News/by SykesIT

Family-owned contractor Higgins has announced a significant return to profitability, with its annual turnover surpassing the £300 million mark.

Hawkins Brown Faces Significant Profit Slump, Implements Staff Reductions

Tuesday January 6, 2026/in Breaking, Top News/by SykesIT

Architectural firm Hawkins Brown has announced significant staff cuts following an alarming 80% drop in pre-tax profits for the year ending March 31, 2025.

London’s Housing Crisis Deepens Amidst Critical Construction Skills Shortage

Wednesday December 31, 2025/in Breaking, Top News/by SykesIT

London is grappling with a severe housing crisis, exacerbated by a significant shortage of skilled construction workers.

Jobs Secured: Thurston Group Acquired Out of Administration, Safeguarding Over 200 Roles

Tuesday December 30, 2025/in Breaking, Top News/by SykesIT

Wakefield-based modular building manufacturer, Thurston Group, has been successfully acquired out of administration, securing the future of over 200 jobs.

New Flats Proposed for Former Rowley Regis Day Centre Site

Tuesday December 30, 2025/in Breaking, Top News/by SykesIT

Plans have been unveiled to transform the site of the former day centre and library in Harvest Road, Rowley Regis, into a new housing development.

Kier Group Secures Major Contract for New Darlington Government Hub

Tuesday December 23, 2025/in Breaking, Top News/by SykesIT

Kier Group has been awarded a significant contract by the Government Property Agency (GPA) to construct a new civil service office in Darlington.

Henry Group Holdings Faces £141 Million in Creditor Claims Amidst Liquidation

Friday December 19, 2025/in Breaking, Top News/by SykesIT

Administrators for Henry Group Holdings (HGH) have reported receiving claims totalling £141.15 million from unsecured creditors.

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Entries by SykesIT

High Court Ruling: Self-Employed Bricklayer Deemed Employee in Landmark Asbestos Case

Contractor’s £22,000 Levy Appeal Fails Amidst System Criticisms

Historic City of London Building to Become Luxury Hotel with Modern Rooftop Extension

Hawkins Brown Faces Significant Profit Slump, Implements Staff Reductions

New Flats Proposed for Former Rowley Regis Day Centre Site

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