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19 November 2008

Six times too many energy assessors set to flood the market

More than six times the number of energy assessors for non-domestic buildings than are needed are set to join the industry, despite earlier warnings of a shortfall.

2 September 2008

MPs criticise PFI deals

The government needs to do more to ensure that deals between the public and private sectors are good value for money, an influential Commons committee has said.

2 September 2008

Stamp duty suspended on homes under £175,000

The government has announced that stamp duty is to be suspended for a year on homes costing less than £175,000. Ministers confirmed the move on Tuesday as part of a series of measures designed to reinvigorate the housing market.

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Architecture and Surveying Innovation Award 2009

11 August 2008 Architecture and Surveying Innovation Award Sponsered by the Faculty of Architecture and Surveying (FAS) This award is relevant to any organisation or project team  that demonstrates how innovative design and/or surveying practice is integrated in their strategy, management and processes. 

8 July 2008

Industry Agrees International Standard For Property Life Cycle Costing

The first international standard for property life cycle costing has been adopted in the UK. Developed by industry and in consultation with 17 countries, it is expected to have a major impact on all future construction procurement - particularly major investment, PFI and PPP projects.  It is anticipated that the standard will have an impact upon the design of new buildings through clients’ desire to set the right budgets and optimize their life cycle costs, from a whole life value and sustainable development perspective.

20 June 2008

The Built Environment Professions must act to reduce carbon emissions by design

Climate change topped the agenda of a recent private conference organised by the Construction Industry Council (CIC) for 45 Presidents, Chairmen, CEOs and Senior Staff from professional institutions and the professional bodies in the built environment.

Source: CIC

 

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Faculty of Architecture and Surveying Award 2008

2 June 2008 Faculty of Architecture and Surveying Award presented by Howard Shiplee, Director of Construction at the Olympic  Delivery Authority  

29 May 2008

Lord Rogers - Eco Towns plans Big Mistake

Gordon Brown's eco-town plans have been described as one of the Government's biggest mistakes by the Labour peer and award-winning architect Lord Rogers of Riverside.
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Labour MPs Threaten Planning Rebellion

29 May 2008 A large number of Labour MPs are threatening to rebel over plans to remove politicians from planning decisions.

7 May 2008

Faculty of Architecture and Surveying - Board Members

Expressions of interest are invited from Building Professionals considering engaging in a pro-active role within the Institute.  An exciting opportunity to develop and shape the future of the Faculty.

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