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Premier League clubs spark fury over £2m green belt plans

Manchester City and Gorton Wanderers face a fierce local backlash and council scrutiny over controversial plans to build a £2 million elite training complex on protected green belt land, threatening community access and local ecology.

Saudi Desert Ski Resort Fails, Winter Games May Go to China

Saudi Arabia's ambitious desert ski resort, Trojena, is behind schedule, jeopardising its role in the 2029 Asian Winter Games. Officials are now in emergency talks to potentially move the entire event to China, casting doubt on the Kingdom's vision for a

Crumbling Schools £3bn Revamp to Create 60,000 Jobs

The UK Government unveils a major £3 billion investment to rebuild and refurbish over 150 dilapidated schools across England, tackling the RAAC concrete crisis and creating a jobs boom in the construction sector.

China and Pakistan Agree New Phase of CPEC Projects

The foreign ministers of China and Pakistan have solidified a new phase of multi-billion-dollar cooperation, agreeing to accelerate high-priority projects under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) to boost regional connectivity and economic growth

UK New Home Building Plummets to Decade Low

Exclusive analysis reveals a dramatic collapse in UK housebuilding, with new home completions hitting their lowest level in over a decade, exacerbating the national housing crisis.

Toddler's leg trapped in airport conveyor belt

A family holiday turned into a nightmare for a Hertfordshire mother after her two-year-old son's leg became trapped in a Stansted Airport security conveyor belt, sparking urgent calls for a safety review.

HS2 endangers protected newts and bats

The HS2 rail project is endangering protected wildlife, including great crested newts and bats, as construction disrupts their habitats. Conservationists raise alarms over inadequate protections.

Builder threatens to bury customer in concrete

A heated argument between a builder and his client escalates into threats, with the builder vowing to bury the customer in concrete. The incident, caught on camera, has sparked outrage online.

Reeves unveils Labour's green construction plan

Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves outlines Labour's ambitious environmental policies to revolutionise UK construction and infrastructure, balancing economic growth with sustainability.

UK construction skills shortage hits crisis point

Britain's construction industry faces a looming crisis as technical colleges fail to attract enough students to meet demand for skilled workers. Experts warn of project delays and rising costs without urgent action.

Persimmon and Balfour Beatty face lobbying scrutiny

Major UK housebuilders Persimmon and Balfour Beatty are under fire for allegedly securing government contracts through questionable lobbying practices, raising concerns over transparency and fairness.

Meat Loaf's shocking pre-fame career revealed

Discover the surprising early career of rock legend Meat Loaf that left fans in disbelief. From construction worker to global superstar, his journey was anything but ordinary.

HSE probes fatal Barra Island construction incident

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is probing a tragic incident on Barra Island after a man died while working on a construction project. The RNLI and emergency services responded to the scene.

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