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A TOTAL OF 16 select properties are due to go under the hammer at the next Shonki Bros. Property Auction on Wednesday 13th May 2015, at the King Power Stadium, Filbert Way, Leicester, starting at 5pm prompt.

Among the lots to be offered is a Commercial Investment property at Francis Street in Stoneygate, Leicester (pictured above). Comprising a retail property with a one bedroom flat above, the current rental income is £12,900 pa representing an 8% net initial yield. Price Guide: £165,000 - £175,000 For brief details of all of the lots on offer, turn to page 32 of this issue or download the full catalogue from the website at: www.shonkibros.com

PROPERTY and Construction Consultants Ridge & Partners – Leicester, has completed Phase one of a multi-million pound project to transform Leicester Racecourse’s redundant squash club into one of the City’s largest conference and event venues. The £1.1m project, now called The Kube, has seen the existing squash club building completely restructured to provide a 26m x 26m event space with vehicular access. Designed to accommodate car launches, major exhibitions, corporate events and large weddings, The Kube has already hosted events for several of Leicester’s best known businesses including clothing retailer Next and Sturgess Motor Group. CONTINUED ON PAGE 4 ...>

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RICS responds to the Conservative Party Manifesto JEREMY Blackburn, RICS Head of Policy, said: “Extending the right-to-buy policy to housing associations and selling our remaining council housing stock, is not a responsible approach to addressing the housing deficit. If proceeds from these are to pay for new build, owner occupied houses on brownfield sites, it is not a workable policy that delivers across all tenures “A brownfield fund has the potential for unlocking land supply to build more houses in the next Parliament and is a welcome commitment from the Prime Minister. However, for this to replenish public housing, the proceeds must fund like-for-like replacements. “A property-specific top-up to the inheritance tax allowance comes close, but fails to meet, the desperate need for reconsideration of the role that this levy can play in promoting baby-boomer downsizing. By failing to provide any time-sensitive framework to this policy, the government has encouraged pensioners to wait longer in their over-sized homes, rather than to consider selling now which would free up housing stock for those lower down the ladder.”

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Countesthorpe building plot: £75k ANDREW GRANGER & CO Estate Agents are offering for sale a building plot with Outline Planning Permission for the erection of a two-storey detached dwelling. The plot - at Regent Road, Countesthorpe, Leics. - is being offered at a Price Guide of £75,000. For more information, or to arrange a viewing, contact Andrew Granger & Co on 0116 242 9922. ESTATE AGENTS: DO YOU HAVE DEVELOPMENT PROPERTIES FOR SALE? Send us details and we’ll give them a FREE mention in Leicestershire Builder Magazine!

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Small sites exemption will boost housing numbers

Is This The Healthiest Property Market In A Decade?

THE GOVERNMENT’S decision to exempt small sites from off-site carbon mitigation requirements will help small scale house builders build more homes, according to the Federation of Master Builders (FMB). Brian Berry, FMB Chief Executive, said: “There can be little doubt that if we are to begin to build the number of new homes we need, then we desperately need to see a reinvigorated SME house building sector and the use of more small sites for the delivery of new housing. If we are to achieve this, it is vital that new regulations and standards are sensitive to the impact which they can have on small development projects.” Berry continued: “SME house builders are committed to building to the highest standards, not least because they typically compete based on the quality of the homes they build. Yet, for smaller builders building out small scale sites, the move to the zero carbon standard presents particular challenges. The limitations of small sites tend to reduce options for on-site low carbon technologies, and the more complex, bespoke designs typical of smaller developments make hitting building fabric efficiency targets much harder.” Berry concluded: “As ever, the SME sector will rise to this challenge, but to also add a requirement for payments or actions to mitigate carbon off-site, which under necessary transitional arrangements small firms will be discharging years before volume builders are, is neither fair nor proportionate. Contrary to the popular misconception, an exemption from the off-site, or ‘Allowable Solutions’, element of the zero carbon standard will have no impact on the energy performance of new homes – what it will do is ease the impact of the policy on the deliverability of small sites. As such, this is a fair and proportionate measure and we very much hope it will be supported and implemented by the next Government, regardless of which party or parties take power.”

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IT’S GREAT to see we have a much healthier market in 2015. Although most places are still stuck with a shortage of homes, especially versus the number of agents fighting for business, we have a market that is moving, but not ‘too fast’ and not ‘too slow’ at the moment.

As well as providing the initial feasibility study, Ridge was appointed to carry out project management, quantity surveying, design, Structural and M&E engineering and CDM-C for the project. Gary Williamson, Partner, Ridge said: “We were delighted to be appointed to oversee the exciting transformation of the disused squash club at Leicester Racecourse. The changes have created a user friendly, versatile space that has filled a void in the conference and events market in Leicester. “The creation of The Kube has paved the way for the next phase of construction at Leicester Race Course and we look forward to being part of it.” Diana Wilder, Operations Manager for The Kube, at Leicester Racecourse said: “We are delighted with the design and end result of The Kube. It has given us a truly versatile space that can be easily adapted to any type and style of event – something that is unique in conference and events provision in Leicester. “Remodelling an original building is never a straight forward operation and on several occasions the project has thrown a curved ball. However, the team at Ridge & Partners handled each situation decisively and professionally and the end result is exactly what we envisaged.”

Burbage plot: £155,000 PICKER ELLIOTT Estate Agents are offering for sale a single plot of land in a highly regarded and desirable area of Burbage with planning permission for a four-bed detached house. The plot - at Forresters Road, Burbage, Leics. LE10 2RX - is available at an asking price of £155,000. For more information, contact Picker Elliott on 01455 612613 or email: info@homeinshinckley.co.uk

And better still, it’s being driven mostly by first time buyers getting themselves on the ladder, relieving some of the pressure on rental stock (or mum and dad’s house!). The other good news is that it is driving more sales of new builds. I haven’t seen so many new build sites buzzing with activity as I drive/train it up and down the country since the start of the credit crunch - it’s great to see. Property and moving home is good for the national and local economy and most importantly, good for skilled, flexible jobs too. As always, there is a big difference from one location to another when it comes to regional price variations. It does seem that the property price market continues to move in waves, with huge ones hitting London over the last few years which have now calmed down. Interestingly though, we aren’t seeing quite that growth spreading to other areas and a few years off the market low back in 2009 or 2013. In some places, for many in negative equity, it must look like a bit of a mountain for property prices to recover, which will still hold back stock which might otherwise have come onto the market. Kate Faulkner, Property Market Analyst and Commentator

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A family affair in Lutterworth! WHEN HOUSE hunter, Elizabeth Spencer started searching for her ideal home, her son’s property on a former William Davis Homes development in Lutterworth proved to be the inspiration. A long-time admirer of the town and surrounding area, Elizabeth was pleased to discover the award-winning housebuilder has returned to Lutterworth, opening the sought-after Saxon Meadow development nearby, and decided to look no further when she saw plans for the Nene, a three bedroom detached home with single garage. “After many years living in the neighbouring town of Rugby, I had relocated WELCOME HOME: (Right) William to Aberystwyth in Wales,” Davis Homes’ sales consultant, explains Elizabeth. “The long Lin Simpson welcomes Elizabeth journey to visit my family Spencer into her new home at Saxon in Lutterworth for ‘grannie Meadow, Lutterworth. duties’ was a significant factor in my decision to move back to the area and I began house hunting. When my son and I realised William Davis Homes were going to start building across the road, we knew straight away it would be the perfect place for my new home. “Exactly 18 years to the day since I left the area, I returned and moved into Saxon Meadow. I’m absolutely delighted with my new house and have found William Davis Homes to be prompt and courteous throughout my move.” Concluded Elizabeth. William Davis Homes’ sales consultant, Lin Simpson added: “We registered a lot of interest from people living on our previous development at Saxon Chase but Elizabeth is the first purchaser to make the most of the recommendation and find her new home at Saxon Meadow. It’s wonderful that Elizabeth’s family connections have brought her to Lutterworth and even better to see families as neighbours!”

Tenders invited for 2 plots in Desford BENTONS Estate Agents are inviting tenders for 2 x 0.5 Acre Building Plots situated at Lindridge Lane in Desford. Available as a whole or individually - a rare opportunity to acquire approximately 1 acre of development land situated on the edge of this desirable and well serviced village with outstanding open views to the rear. Offering outline planning consent to two detached dwellings, the plots offer private purchasers or developers the opportunity to construct two substantial family homes with paddocks to the rear. With each plot of identical size, private individuals can choose to offer on either or both plots with the opportunity to build a property to their own tastes and specification. The guide price is £450,000 For sale by informal tender - All offers invited by 12 NOON ON TUESDAY 9 JUNE 2015. For more information, contact Bentons on 01664 563892 or email: sales@ bentons.co.uk

Plot in Newbold Coleorton: £190k JOHN GERMAN Estate Agents are asking £190,000 for a building plot within a rural village setting. The land - Plot 2, Worthington Lane, Newbold Coleorton, Leics. LE67 8PJ - has full planning permission dated 5th December 2014 for a substantial three-storey detached house. For further details, contact John German on 01530 412824 or visit the website at www.johngerman.co.uk

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Westleigh’s bid to build new family homes in Narborough WESTLEIGH has submitted plans to Blaby District Council to build 14 new homes in the village of Narborough. The Whetstone-based housing developer is hoping to transform a brownfield site, which was formerly occupied by a disused local authority building, into 14 brand new high specification homes for sale. The properties would be ideal for both first-time buyers and for families looking to make their next move with a mix of two, three, four and five bedroom houses available and each home would be finished to the highest specification with modern facilities fitted throughout. Situated on Huncote Road the development would provide purchasers with the perfect combination of rural living combined with the convenience of local amenities including pubs, shops and schools located just a short walk away. Furthermore, the homes would all benefit from the Government’s Help to Buy scheme which has now been made available at all of Westleigh’s new home developments. The scheme is ideal for those who want to buy but can only raise a small deposit and is available to buyers with a 5% deposit looking to buy a home up the value of £600,000 with the Government also lending up to 20% of the house value through an equity loan. Robert Orr, Sales and Marketing Manager at Westleigh, commented, “We think Narborough has a lot to offer buyers, it’s a good size village with great transportation links including a railway station and is close to the M1 and M69, which is why we’re looking to build here. “We’re also looking to continue our commitment to providing high specification new homes across the region, especially as building these homes would transform disused land into a thriving community for the benefit of the whole area.” Westleigh builds contemporary new homes across the Midlands from its base in Whetstone and designs homes and specifications with modern lifestyles in mind. It ensures its new homes embrace existing buildings, styles and materials, whilst also ensuring the build has minimal impact on the local environment. To keep up-to-date with the latest developments and availability from Westleigh please visit the website at www. westleighhomes.co.uk you can also follow Westleigh on Twitter @WestleighHomes.

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Work starts at Council Offices Ahead of Jobcentre Plus Move CONSTRUCTION work has started on an extension at Charnwood Borough Council offices to accommodate Jobcentre Plus. Work at the Southfields offices got underway in April and is expected to carry on until the autumn. Jobcentre Plus is expected to open in November. The extension at the front of the building near to the main entrance will create the extra space needed for customer service advisers for both the council and Jobcentre Plus. The Council’s reception will be open as normal and services will be unaffected during the construction period. Jobcentre Plus is currently located in Lemyngton Street, Loughborough.

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Manifestos Fail To Recognise The Power Of Planning And Place-Making

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WITH MUCH fanfare, the political parties unveiled their election manifestos, as each attempted to sway voters with promises of building a better, more aspirational Britain.

Barratt Homes’ North Midlands division built 728 new homes during 2014, 59% of which were built on previously developed, brownfield land, preserving more green areas in the region and protecting wildlife. A further conscious effort was also made to recycle waste produced at the site with 96% of all construction waste produced by the company being recycled during the same period. As well as recycling materials, 90% of components used at developments in the region were manufactured and sourced in the UK to assist the homebuilder in achieving a low carbon footprint. John Dillon, Managing Director at Barratt Homes North Midlands, (pictured, right) said: “As a five-star homebuilder we have a responsibility to ensure we’re conscious of the effect we are having on the environment and aim to combat this in any way possible. “By using components manufactured in the UK we’re not only lowering our carbon footprint but also creating jobs to help boost the economy. Last year alone around 2,600 jobs were created directly and indirectly through homebuilding by Barratt Homes North Midlands. “We care a lot about both the homes we build and the communities we create at our developments and so we use materials and practices that promote environmentally-friendly results.” Barratt Homes is currently building a selection of high quality new homes in the local area. To find out more please call 0844 811 3377 or log onto the website at www.barratthomes.co.uk. A leader in popular home design, Barratt Homes prides itself on creating exceptional homes in the finest locations and recently achieved the maximum five star housebuilder rating in a customer satisfaction survey ran by the Home Builders Federation.

However, amid pledges to build more homes, and offer more to working people, the manifestos all failed to acknowledge one of the best resources that we have to create a better, fairer society – democratic planning. Throughout each of the manifestos, there was not a single mention of the vital role that the planning system can play in tackling inequality and promoting health and well-being. While disappointing – this was hardly surprising. The planning system is often perceived to be an obscure, process-driven bureaucracy, with no relevance to everyday life. However, this was not always the case. The early pioneers of planning had very high social ideals, and strove to create beautiful, healthy places in which ordinary people could lead rich, fulfilling lives. Kate Henderson, Chief Executive of the TCPA said: “People often forget that planning was born out of a simple yet powerful belief that we should strive to create places where everyone can thrive. At its best, the planning system can and should play a significant role in addressing social inequalities, enhancing the general well-being of local communities and ensuring that all have access to high quality environments.” “However in recent years, this has not been the case. Planning has lost all sense of the strong social values that once lay at its core, and it seems we often prioritise economic viability above social justice and equality. This needs to change if we are ever going to tackle inequality and create the fairer, healthier society that we desperately need. We must place people back into the heart of the planning system.” “As we prepare to welcome a new Government, there is a real opportunity for us to explore how we can use planning to address issues such as poverty and deprivation. Through this exciting new project we must ask ourselvesthe question of ‘who are we planning for?’, and do all in our power to ensure that we can once again place social justice at the core of the planning system.”

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Wildlife Sculptures Installed In Quorn Meadow GRANITE SCULPTURES of deer, foxes, flowers and other wildlife have been installed at a meadow in Quorn by homebuilder David Wilson Homes. Costing £50,000, and paid for by the developer through community contributions, the sculptures were put in place over the Easter break in the public open space next to David Wilson at Quorn, a development of luxury homes on Meynell Road. The public artworks, which comprise of several large boulders with different animals and plants carved into them, were created by professional local sculptor Graeme Mitcheson, and based on designs by children from local schools. Graeme, a member of the Royal British Society of Sculptors with dozens of pieces to his name, said; “The people of Quorn are clearly passionate about Charnwood’s wildlife, so I used that as the starting point for the designs. I’m very Sculptor Graeme Mitcheson with Chris Peatfield, Technical satisfied with how they’ve turned out, Co-ordinator for David Wilson Homes East Midlands, at the and I hope local residents are too.” installation of the new wildlife sculptures in Quorn. The sculptures, which are in a meadow in an area known locally as The Slabs, to the east of the development, have been created to be extremely durable and hard wearing, and will potentially last for centuries. Hundreds of possible designs for the sculptures were displayed at a public exhibition at Quorn Village Hall in the summer of 2013. More than 100 local residents attended the exhibition and voted for the designs they thought were the best, and the most popular have informed the finished pieces. Steve Smith, Sales Director at David Wilson East Midlands, said; “These sculptures, which reflect the nature of Charnwood, have been created with the help of local residents, whom we hope will enjoy them for generations to come. “At David Wilson Homes we believe in helping to build communities by funding local services, amenities and art projects such as this.”

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Forced to work out of hours without payment Problem: My Company specialises in shop and office fit-outs and we have recently commenced a fit-out to a unit on the first floor within a small shopping complex. The complex is a modern brick and block construction with retail on the ground floor and office space on the first floor. Within hours on the first day (Monday) that we started work, the manager from the Spa business on the ground floor came up and stated that we had to stop as the noise from our works was affecting her business. I said that we had a really tight time schedule and although I was sympathetic, unfortunately I had to continue. A few hours later, the Estates Manager for the complex came up and said that we had to stop all noisy operations during the hours that the complex is open for business, effectively meaning that we can only carry out work that is noisy between the hours of 6pm and 8am Monday to Saturday and all day on Sunday. I subsequently telephoned the Contract Administrator who said that I should refrain from carrying out noisy work until he could discuss the matter with the client and the Estates Manager. On the Wednesday, the Contract Administrator issued me with a written instruction to only carry out noisy work outside normal working hours, and stating that the cost was nil! When I challenged the Contract Administrator on this, he said that from experience I should have known that this was going to happen! We are now in the third week of the project and it is costing me a fortune in overtime etc. I am very close to walking away from the project. Any advice would be most welcome.

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Response: Hello Bill. It sounds like a nightmare although I am very surprised that you have allowed this to happen. The Contract Administrator is talking rubbish. Unless there is a term within your contract that actually restricts when noisy operations can be carried out, any instruction for you to restrain noisy operations must be treated as a variation meaning that you are entitled to at least recover your costs. My guess is that the Contract Administrator has not done his homework and omitted any reference to noisy operations from the tender documents and / or the contract itself, and has subsequently been found out and is attempting to shift the blame. Whatever you do though, do not walk away from the project otherwise you put your company in serious risk of committing a fundamental breach of contract. Good luck. © Michael P. Gerard The advice provided is intended to be of a general guide only and should not be viewed as providing a definitive legal analysis.

Have your say on Scraptoft village plan

PEOPLE in the village of Scraptoft in the Harborough district are being asked for their views on plans to give residents more say over planning decisions. The Scraptoft Neighbourhood Development Plan has been submitted to Harborough District Council for examination and people are invited to comment on it. All comments received will be taken into consideration by the examiner. Communities can use a ‘neighbourhood development plan’ to choose where they want to build new homes, shops and offices, have a say on what those new buildings look like and grant planning permission for new buildings they want to see go ahead. In 2014, the village of Broughton Astley became the first place in the East Midlands to have its neighbourhood plan formally adopted by referendum. A consultation on the proposed Scraptoft Neighbourhood Plan will run until 11 May 2015. Comments must be submitted to Harborough District Council no later that 5pm on that date. View the proposal and submit a comment by visiting www. harborough.gov.uk/consultation You can also view the consultation at the Concierge desk of The Symington Building in Adam and Eve Street, Market Harborough, or in Evington Library, Evington Lane, near Scraptoft.

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Atherstone site for 6 town houses LOVEITTS COMMERCIAL Estate Agents are offering for sale a freehold development site adjoining 47 Richmond Road, Atherstone, Warks. CV9 2AH. The property comprises an existing freehold commercial site now with detailed planning consent for the demolition of the existing workshop premises and the development of an attractive courtyard scheme of 6 spacious town houses with associated parking. In addition, the property includes an existing terraced house alongside which is currently used as the works offices and could be used as the site office for the proposed development. Immediate vacant possession is available. The purchase price is £385,000. For more information, contact Loveitts Commercial on 024 7622 8111 or visit: www.loveitts.co.uk

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THE NEW Sainsbury’s supermarket in Hinckley will open later this year, in time for Christmas trading, Sainsbury’s has confirmed. Sainsbury’s superstore forms a key part of the town centre’s multi-million pound Crescent development, which is being constructed on the site of the former bus station by the Tin Hat Regeneration Partnership. Once construction work is completed, a five-screen multiplex Cineworld cinema, as well as new shops and family restaurants, will take their place alongside Sainsbury’s. The retailer has also unveiled its plans to open a fitness facility inside the Sainsbury’s store. The 757 square metre (8,359 sq ft) fitness facility is believed to be the first instore gym in the borough. At the same time, construction contractors Bowmer and Kirkland announced they are well on schedule to hand over the completed shell of the new store to Sainsbury’s in June so that the interior fit out can begin. Matt Maisey, Site Manager for Bowmer and Kirkland said: Works to the Sainsbury’s store are comfortably on schedule for completion in June. The main steel frame is now complete and the roof is 95% complete. Installation of the lifts and travellator began in April. The main curtain walling – the glazing system – to the Rugby Road elevation is complete and the base course of tarmac to the car park is 75% compete. The store will begin to look complete externally towards the end of May. Chris Templeman, Sainsbury’s Head of Property Acquisitions and Development, said: We’re looking forward to bringing extra choice for local shoppers, as well as providing jobs for local people. Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council Chief Executive Steve Atkinson said: I am delighted with the progress being made on the Crescent development. This represents a significant investment in Hinckley that, along with the cinema and other shops, will bring a great deal of new employment and increased prosperity to the town.

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Kieran Kick-Starts New Career With Homebuilder AN AMBITIOUS tradesman who learned the building trade working for the family business has begun an exciting new career with one of the UK’s leading homebuilders. Kieran Bennett - pictured right - is one of the latest new recruits to David Wilson Homes’ East Midlands division, joining the commercial team as a Trainee Quantity Surveyor based at the company’s head office in Bardon. The 28-year-old, from Swadlincote, has made the move after almost 10 years working self-employed in the construction industry, chiefly in his family’s joinery and building firm, before starting up his own business. He said: “I wanted a change of scenery and a career in a professional position. David Wilson Homes is a major, well-established brand, which is what attracted me. Having worked in the building trade for nearly 10 years, I also felt that my experience and knowledge could be applied and put to use in my new role” Kieran added: “So far the work has been varied and no two days are the same, which I enjoy. My first week was spent doing rotations in each department to get a feel for the business which gave me a great insight into the business as a whole. “The best part of it all is that everyone I have met has been approachable and the environment in the office is great, with a good balance of hard work and a relaxed atmosphere. “I’m currently taking every day as it comes and trying to learn from the people around me. My aim is to continue to progress to Assistant Surveyor and eventually be a full Surveyor.” Barratt Developments PLC, parent company to David Wilson Homes, prides itself on being able to truly support its employees and has pledged to take on 1,100 new trainees between 2014 and 2016. John Reddington, Managing Director at David Wilson Homes East Midlands, said: “As a company, we benefit a great deal from the knowledge and creativity trainees like Kieran bring to the table. With his enthusiasm and determination, he is already proving to be an excellent addition to our commercial team. “We constantly strive to reward excellence and aim to encourage progression within the company, which is why so many of the people who join us at this early stage choose to stay with the company for a number of years, often rising right the way up through to senior management positions.” Barratt Developments PLC was recently named as the Macro Employer of the Year at the National Apprenticeship Awards 2014 and is also ranked first in the Construction and Property Sector in the Job Crowd’s ‘Top Companies for Graduates to Work for’ list of 2014/15. For more information on careers with David Wilson Homes please visit the website, at www.barrattfuturetalent.co.uk

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Soar Island competition attracts worldwide talent

AN INTERNATIONAL architecture competition to find a winning vision for the future of Leicester’s Soar Island has attracted entries from across the globe. Over 80 entries – including ideas from as far afield as Japan, Spain, Hong Kong, Italy and America – have been submitted. The competition has been organised by Leicester City Council and RIBA (Royal Institute of British Architects) and invited architects to submit ideas for the potential future use of the two-acre Soar Island, at the heart of Leicester’s Waterside. Entries from the first round of the competition have now been whittled down to a shortlist of five by a judging panel. The shortlisted teams are: • Ash Sakula, London • drummond.lawlor, London • Gutiérrez-Delafuente Arquitectos, Spain • Kraft.Raum, Germany • Sarah Wigglesworth, London Ash Sakula would encourage the development of new ecologically sympathetic businesses in a woodland setting complete with ‘wild island gym’, raised catwalks through the forest canopy and a central treehouse with views across the island. The entry from drummond. lawlor is inspired by the Tiber Island in Rome with cafes, workshops, offices and a feature exhibition space spilling out onto a public square, overlooked by a mix of townhouses and apartments. Gutiérrez-Delafuente Arquitectos’ entry proposes a residential-led, mixed-use development surrounded by trees at the north end of the island and with a new public square to the south, which will open up views of the river and encourage a more active waterfront.

Kraft.Raum has drawn up a design which would see the whole of the island developed as a public open space, with a central pavilion and café area, timber decking leading down the water’s edge, a raised viewing platform offering views over Evans Weir and a kayak station to encourage more use of the river. The final shortlisted entry, from Sarah Wigglesworth Architects, is inspired by low-impact living, sustainable communities and the idea of ‘a secret island to live on and play on’. It brings together narrow boat markets, microfarming and craft workshops with open-air performance space, riverside starter homes and a floating swimming pool. Each of the shortlisted entrants will now be awarded £5,000 to develop their ideas further. Members of the public will be able to comment on the initial designs submitted by the five shortlisted entrants at a public exhibition due to take place in Leicester in early summer. Glenn Howells, acting as RIBA advisor for the competition, said: “The range and type of proposals we saw was impressive. The competition entries showed how a wide variety of activities and environments could potentially be created on the island. “It prompted much discussion amongst the judges as to what form of development would best deliver the maximum benefit for this exciting, emerging quarter of Leicester.” Andrew Smith, director of regeneration at Leicester City Council, said: “Soar Island is a unique part of the city and has the potential to be an interesting focal point in the Waterside development area. “We’ve been really pleased with the level of interest shown in the

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Report Identifies Five Shifts In The Market STRUTT & PARKER’S latest Housing Futures survey has identified five key shifts in the UK’s housing market.

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By collating answers from 2,000 respondents from across the UK, the results give a valuable insight into the almost invisible ‘creeping’ trends affecting the country’s property industry today: • Living alone – This is becoming more common. Of the 43% of respondents who stated they were currently single and planning to move in the next five years, 75% anticipated staying in a single-person household. • Long-term renters – Generation Y (those born between 1978 and 1995) are living in private rental for longer. Of those aged 18-29, 45% said that they would consider living in a professionally managed private rental unit. • Impact of technology – Future housing types and location decisions are being altered by access to technology. Nearly 36% of the respondents who were intending to move listed broadband connectivity as important or very important in their motivations for moving, and nearly 20% listed mobile coverage. • The changing family – Alternative family structures are becoming more common, with 15% of our respondents who intend to move anticipating living as ‘The Waltons’ (multiple generations under one roof), compared with 10% in our previous survey. • Retaining housing equity – While one might expect to see a high percentage of baby boomers selling property to raise capital for pensions and their children’s housing needs, we found only 9% of those aged 40-59, and 0.4% of those aged 60 or older, rated financial support for children/ relatives as important or very important when asked about motivations for moving, and 8% and 16% respectively for pension support/top-up. Stephanie McMahon, Head of Research at Strutt & Parker, comments: “Our creeping trends identify that single occupied households and alternative family households are growing, the younger generation is more open to the idea of renting and those moving into retirement are seeking more interactive environments. The impact of these trends inevitably means that in the future the homes we plan, design, build and live in must be different. “Lifestyle change remained the dominant motivation for moving, but in light of pension challenges and parents seeking to help their children onto the housing ladder, we were surprised to see that so few respondents ranked release of equity, pension top up and financial support for relatives as their reasons for moving home.” The themes developed in Strutt & Parker’s original Housing Futures report released in 2014 – emerging demographic groups and housing solutions to suit these new tribes - remain at the heart of this year’s research. Strutt & Parker asked its balanced 2,000 person sample whether they thought they were a GloMad (global nomads who are generally young people who travel for employment) or a Tumbleweeder (those who occupy homes that are too large for their needs). The survey also asked whether they would perhaps like to live in a Micro Mansion (dedicated tiny living spaces of 100-250 sq ft) or a Yo-Yo House (houses on flexible footings which can grow and contract). Over half of those surveyed identified with being a My-Sizer - people who are moving home so that they can better suit their evolving needs, both in terms of space and finances. 37.9% of respondents said they would consider living in a ‘Platinum Place’- a mixed community that is part of the town and suitable for active retirees. Over a fifth of respondents identified with being a MECo – those who place their personal health and wellbeing at a premium, and want a home that reflects this. The ‘HEAL house’ solution – or healthy living space’ was also popular with over half of respondents saying they would like to live in the kind of house with the desire to interact with the outdoors. The survey sample of 2,000 respondents is a combination of Strutt & Parker registered buyers, sellers, tenants and lettings applicants from the past three years, and a balanced general UK population sample conducted by OnePoll. The respondents came from across the UK with a balanced gender split. To download the full report, ‘Housing Futures: Key trends shaping the residential market’, please visit: www.struttandparker.com/housingfutures

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Celebrating Construction 2015 Awards - Finalists Announced THE PRESTIGIOUS Celebrating Construction Awards 2015 was launched at the Built Environment Hub’s ‘Midlands Construction Summit’ back in November 2014. Organisers have formally announced the finalists and reported a record number of entries, with over 100 companies submitting awards. Built Environment Chair, David Bucknall said: “The record number of entries clearly demonstrates the upturn in the industry and now Celebrating Construction is firmly established as a high point in the regional construction calendar. The event commands the attention of the industry professionals and these free to enter awards are an excellent platform to showcase and promote the very best of our industry achievements.” The inaugural East Midlands Awards will be taking place at the Nottingham Belfry on the 19th June 2015 where the industry will come together to celebrate the best of the East Midlands region. Built Environment Hub Strategy Board Member and Chair of the East Midlands Judging Panel, Alan Coole said: “The East Midlands has been under-represented at Construction Awards in the past; but now we have our own inaugural East Midlands CC15 Awards, this has been remedied. There are many pockets of excellence in the East Midlands and we are proud to be showcasing the

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Finalists: East Midlands: Achiever of the Year • Vincent Stokes - Rachel Vincent • Metechno - Gary Saunders BIM Project of the Year • B & K Structures - Believe in Better Buildings (BiBB) • EOS Facades - The Barn • Pick Everard - National Project Management and Quantity Surveying Framework Client of the Year • Anglian Water • GF Tomlinson • Lincolnshire County Council • Nottingham Trent University Heritage Award • Jordan Heritage Roofing Penmaen Cottage • Mark Goodwill-Hodgson Archbishop of York’s Palace Ruins & Great Hall Southwell Nottinghamshire • Robert Woodhead - Lincoln Castle Revealed Integration & Collaborative Working • Anglian Water - ‘Love Every Drop’ Campaign • Pick Everard - National Project Management and Quantity Surveying Framework • Pick Everard - Performance Arts Centre, Loughborough College • Robert Woodhead - Repairs & Maintenance Framework

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Leicester company secures 15 year water contract with Anglian Water LEICESTER-BASED civil engineering firm Danaher & Walsh has been awarded a 15 year contract with utilities giant Anglian Water, worth an estimated £45m. Over 200 organisations registered an interest in the various contracts available for Anglian Water’s AMP6 programme.Danaher & Walsh is one of four contractors to be working on the Integrated Maintenance and Repair (Water Recycling) scheme, which involves planned and emergency work to the sewer system across the water company’s region. The company, whose head office is in Syston, has been working with Anglian Water since 2006 and this latest deal has potentially secured work until 2030, subject to a review every five years. The work covered by the contract includes the repair of burst rising mains and collapsed sewers, manhole replacements, sewage clean-ups and assistance with drain jetting and surveys. Many of the jobs occur at short notice, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Speaking about the news, Danaher & Walsh’s Operations Director Russell Fitzjohn said: “We’ve enjoyed a great working relationship with Anglian Water through the AMP4 & AMP5 periods. “We are excited about the prospect of working with new partners and Anglian Water staff in meeting the challenges of AMP6 and beyond. This award provides the platform for further investment in our people, plant and equipment and to explore new, different and more efficient ways of working, whilst continuing to provide an excellent standard of service at all levels.” Danaher & Walsh’s staff and vehicles are a familiar sight on the roads around Leicestershire and the Midlands, as the firm carries out numerous highprofile highway, bridge and landscape improvement projects in the area. Recent projects include the Belgrave Circle works and highway works at Haymarket Bus Station.

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WARDS RESIDENTIAL are offering for sale a 0.74 acre site with Outline Planning Permission for 9 dwellings. The site - at St Mary’s Court, Barwell, Leics. - is situated on the southern fringe of the village, and has an open rural aspect. Offers in the order of £475,000 are invited for the freehold. For more information, contact Wards Residential on 01455 251771 or email: info@wardsresidential.co.uk

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HOWKINS & HARRISON are offering an exclusive opportunity to convert a Grade II Listed Water Tower to create 6 residential properties. The property - The Bedworth Water Tower, Gatehouse Lane, Bedworth - has far-reaching views across Bedworth and beyond. Full Listed Building Consent has been granted for conversion into 6 residential units. Price on application - for more information, contact Howkins & Harrison on 01827 721380 or visit www.howkinsandharrison.co.uk

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FROM A standing start just five years ago, Leicestershire-based M-EC has made huge inroads into the highly specialised transport and waste management areas of civil engineering and has just been announced as ranking 30th and 32nd respectively in the 2015 Civil Engineering Consultants File. The Consultants File is the ‘go to’ listing of top engineering firms compiled by the Institution of Civil Engineers and is respected throughout the industry. M-EC scored highly in five categories, coming out as equal 108th in terms of total civil and structural staff which, for an up-and-coming team of only 35 people, is an excellent result. The disciplines M-EC scored highly in included transport planning, waste, flooding, water and roads and comes hot on the heels of a record turnover, which also underpinned the company’s fifth birthday, meaning the dynamic young firm has much to celebrate. “The last 12 months has been strong for M-EC, largely due to major contract wins from our highways, transport and flood risk/ hydrology divisions,” explains Eddie Mewies, managing director. “We’ve successfully carried this momentum through the first quarter of 2015 and our rankings in the Consultants File reflect our ambitions for further growth in these disciplines. We are extremely proud to have achieved such significant results in a national survey.” M-EC recorded a turnover of £2.2m and pre-tax profits of £560,000 for the year ending 2014. This represented more than a 50% growth on the previous year. M-EC’s core client base operates

CELEBRATING: M-EC’s managing director, Eddie Mewies in the construction industry and the consultancy works regularly with over 300 contractors, housebuilders, planning consultants, local authorities and public bodies. In addition to its record financial results, 2014 also saw the consultancy expand its fledgling apprenticeship scheme, employing a further four apprentices, and receive regional and national recognition in four major awards, including winning ‘Best Residential Scheme’ at the East Midlands fbe awards for its work at St James Gate, Anstey with Davidsons Developments. “Our forward order book looks healthy and combining this with a stabilising construction industry and an improving housing market, we are forecasting a further 10% growth for 2015. Hopefully this will include the creation of ten jobs, including three on our inhouse apprentice scheme.” Eddie concluded.

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Considerate Constructors Scheme shines a spotlight on mental health

THE CONSIDERATE Constructors Scheme has published a new ‘Spotlight on...’ initiative focusing on mental health, which aims to raise awareness of how mental health can affect anyone regardless of age, gender, religion or ethnicity and can cause both personal and work-related stress, anxiety or depression. The Scheme’s ‘Spotlight on…’ series aims to look at different areas associated with improving the image of construction, and hopes to raise awareness among registered sites, companies and suppliers on how they can help with the issues. With increasing pressures and demands on the industry’s historically predominant male workforce, men may dismiss stress, anxiety or depression and could be less likely to talk about problems or recognise serious issues that may be impacting upon or caused by their work environments. Edward Hardy, Chief Executive of the Considerate Constructors Scheme said: “The workforce is any organisations biggest asset and it’s important to look after their wellbeing. This issue can have a considerable impact on the industry and things like pressures to meet deadlines, heavy workloads, long working hours and family separation can all potentially lead to poor mental health.” The Good Day at Work Annual Report for 2014/2015 that focuses on mental health and wellbeing in the workplace discovered that one in four people will experience a mental health problem in any year. It also found that stigma is one of the biggest challenges in the workplace, with 40 per cent of employers viewing workers with mental health issues as a ‘significant risk’. Edward Hardy continued: “The Scheme has found that often mental health is addressed as part of the larger topic of health and wellbeing in the workforce, with many construction organisations having policies and procedures in place to provide support and guidance to ensure that people do not feel ashamed or embarrassed. “Many sites operate an open door policy, display literature and arrange nurse visits, in conjunction with talks from charities such as CALM and MIND. The Scheme’s ‘Spotlight...on’ initiative includes links to these and many more UK-based resources and organisations available to the industry to help tackle this important issue.” Visit www.ccscheme.org.uk or www.ccsbestpractice.org.uk to find a wealth of advice, useful information, case studies and links to other organisations and bodies to provide more information about dealing with mental health issues in the industry.

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Supply Constraints And Pre-Election Uncertainty Stalls Buyers HOUSE SALES and buyer enquiries flat lined in March, while the number of properties coming onto the market fell for the second consecutive month, pushing prices rapidly upwards, according to the latest RICS UK Residential Market Survey. In most parts of the country, the supply versus demand imbalance led to 21% more surveyors reporting a rise in house prices in March (up from 15% in February) and 15% more surveyors expecting prices to increase over the next three months compared with 10% in February (albeit the results for both are significantly lower than in March 2014). Nationally, Northern Ireland continues to outperform the rest of the UK with the strongest house price growth in March and the highest price expectations over the next three months. However, across much of the rest of the UK, particularly in Wales and Scotland, price gains over the next three months are expected to be much more moderate. In London, a lack of prospective buyers saw enquiries and the number of agreed sales both fall for the 11th consecutive month and 24% more surveyors reported a decline in the number of new properties coming onto the market for sale. However, compared to the start of the year when 42% more surveyors reported a decrease in prices, just 13% more surveyors saw prices fall in March and across the whole of the UK, the average surveyor sold 19.5 properties – reflecting activity since Autumn- although it remains some way down on where it was in the early part of 2014. Simon Rubinsohn, RICS Chief Economist, said: “The boost that was given to the housing market by the Help to Buy scheme has begun to dissipate and activity levels have slipped back. Even more worrying are the tentative signs that price momentum could be set to pick-up once again as the supply of stock to the market continues to fall. Anecdotal evidence does suggest that election uncertainty may be having some impact on the market, but underlying the trends visible in the latest survey is a very real housing crisis which will urgently need to be addressed by the next government. It is significant that price expectations nationally are accelerating both at the three and twelve month time horizons and at the latter they are at their highest level since the spring of last year.” Jeremy Blackburn, Head of Policy, said: “The Conservative Party’s proposal this week to extend Right-To-Buy will help relatively small numbers of tenants to move into home ownership, without doing anything to solve the shortage in overall housing supply. Aspirational home ownership is at the core of our economy but we must ensure that we have a future stock across all tenures and particularly for those on lower incomes. The proposed brownfield fund is a welcome means to unlocking land supply for more houses to be built in the next Parliament however, it still falls short of a comprehensive housing strategy.”

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Leicester City Mr Anthony Kellett (c/o Agent: Alun Newby, James Elliott Associates, Lower Lenthill Farm, 120 Main Street, Newtown Linford, Leics. LE6 0AF) - Two new industrial units - at 8 Heanor Street, Leicester LE1 4DD. Mr Haria (c/o Agent: ARC10 Architecture, 14 Belvoir Street, Leicester LE1 6AP) - Change of use of first floor from retail to one self-contained flat, plus second floor extension to form part of flat - at 49-51 Churchgate, Leicester. Mr Shiraz Hussain (c/o Agent: Design Studio Architects Ltd, 1B Salisbury Road, Upper New Walk, Leicester LE1 7QR) - Change of use of first, second & third floors from offices to residential - at 2-4 St George’s Way, Leicester. Mr John Flynn (c/o: Maloy & Flynn, 1st Floor, Knightsbridge House, Lower Brown Street, Leicester LE1 5NL) - Change of use from offices to residential - at 2 New Walk, Leicester. Discount Ceramics (c/o Agent: Luke Kenney, Staniforth Architects Ltd, The Warehouse, 1a Stamford Street, Leicester LE1 6NL) Demolition of existing buildings at rear of site and two-storey extension at rear of warehouse - at 117 Barkby Road, Leicester LE4 9LG. Mr Stephen Gorton (c/o Agent: Dale jackson, Provision Concepts Ltd, First Floor, 12 longbow Close, Pennine Business Park, Bradley, Huddersfield, HD2 1GQ) - Demolition of buildings and erection of three-storey extension at side of community hall - at Trinity Hall, 7 Trinity Lane, Leicester. SB Holding (c/o Agent: Mrs Varsha Tailor, DT Designs Ltd, 74 Wyvern Avenue, Leicester LE4 7HH) Change of use from office to 17 flats with four-storey extension and third floor extension at rear - at 38 Millstone Lane, Leicester. Prime Padz Ltd (c/o Agent: Neil McMinn, Ink/Drawn Ltd, 27 Friar Lane, Leicester LE1 5RB) - Change of use from offices to 34 selfcontained apartments - at 4-10 Horsefair Street - 11 Every Street, Leicester. Mr Vasant Tank (c/o: 9 Balmoral Close, Leicester LE3 3PZ) - Change of use from storage to 2 flats - at 97 Flax Road, Leicester. Continued overleaf ...>

Market on the move, but lack of development holds back progress With the UK economy looking up, Malcolm Grayson, Director of leading East Midlands commercial property specialist Andrew and Ashwell, presents an overview of the current, regenerating Leicestershire scene, revealing growth across all sectors. Q: What’s happening within the current market? A: Commercial property has followed the pattern of the wider economy, reaching a peak in 2007 and then falling into recession, with property values following a similar rise and fall. In the last 18 months there has been an increase in demand, as confidence has returned to the economy. This has risen even more rapidly over the past 12 months and we are continuing to see successful sales and lettings. Q: With rising optimism, what is the level of supply across all sectors? A: The difficulty is that the supply side has frozen, with no new development since 2007 across any of the commercial property sectors. Eight years without a new supply of stock means most of the existing stock has now been absorbed and prices of what is available are therefore rising. Industrial The industrial sector is traditionally one of Leicestershire’s most stable and there was no significant over supply when the market crashed. This has been the first sector out of recovery too so we have really noticed an increased pressure on prices during the past 18 months, particularly for freehold property, which is at a real premium. Retail In recent years there has been a greater supply of buildings to the market because of issues with Internet buying affecting shopping trends to the detriment of the high street. There is clearly a recovery underway which is showing a growing take-up although the retail pitch is consolidating and this sector is recovering in more defined areas. Office Prior to 2007 values were rising strongly in the office sector. Capital values increased very rapidly in the years before 2007 in response to demand, fuelled by investors wanting to supply property for

renting. With investors piling into the market office values went from £100 to £180 per sq ft within a two or three year period, with good returns and windfall profits. Consequently developers were building a lot of office units and supply was at its height when the market crashed. Then during the banking crisis both funding supply and investors withdrew. Demand reduced due to the recent oversupply and it therefore became the weakest sector during recession. Values were hit hard and it has taken a longer time to recover although recovery is evident. Q: What else changed? A: A key factor in the rate of recovery has been the government introduction of major increases in business rates, which further deterred investors and developers. Rating assessments were set for 2008, when rents were at their highest. This led to a ridiculous situation in which some occupiers were paying as much on rates as rent. While rental values may have grown in London, they have fallen back in the regions. Q: What are the prospects for new development? A: The cost of building new commercial property has increased, mainly because the residential market has recovered through incentives to build new homes. Contractors have had a hard time of it throughout the recession and prices of materials have risen in the interim, with a knock-on effect for new commercial development too. Looking at costs, you are likely to get a 25 per cent return on a

residential scheme, compared with only six to seven per cent on a commercial one. The build costs of a new industrial unit are currently substantially more than buying a second-hand building and fitting it out. The value of the resulting new property could, be less than the construction cost. Q: Have values risen? A: In the last 18 months the values of industrial premises have risen modestly, from a base point of £50 to £55 per sq ft, to £80 to £85, but this needs to recover to a around £100 per sq ft for developers to get involved. The market is moving in the right direction and will ultimately create development because values are pushing up. Values and rentals will have to increase, or there will be no supply. Rentals are lagging behind however, because there is greater supply. The market is currently tight, but both volume and demand are good. It’s the supply side where we have an issue. Q: When will we see evidence of new schemes? A: There are many positives going ahead for the next six to 12 months, with considerable confidence in the market. There is an expectation of growth in values, coupled with renewed availability of funding to buy property that will help push up values. Developers are looking to start building and while the prospect of any profit is marginal at the moment, the signs are positive. However, it will probably be 12 to 18 months before anything comes out of the ground.

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Seven new local appointments for David Wilson Homes DAVID WILSON Homes has taken on seven new members of senior construction staff, between the ages of 26 and 64, across the East Midlands in response to an increase in homebuilding in the region. The five-star developer’s East Midlands division has taken on new starters Steve Curtis, Adam Davies, Spencer Isaac, James Bailey, Nathan Mannion, Barry Montgomery and Jack Bailey at sites across the region. The new appointments follow announcements of four new developments opening in Leicestershire and Derbyshire this year. Drakelow Park, Forest Chase, Vale View and The Meadows will see a total of 336 homes being built, which will underpin around 670 jobs for the local area. Steve Curtis (50), from Newbold Verdon, has taken on the role of Site Manager for one of the latest phases of development at Kibworth Meadows, in Kibworth, south Leicester, having worked for a number of homebuilders during his career. He said: “I worked as a Site Manager for other developers for years, before joining David Wilson Homes as a bricklayer at Meadow Grange. “I’m really enjoying getting stuck into my new role learning the company’s site management procedures. They’re a great company to work for and the end product is always good.” Adam Davies (26) from Barlestone, worked as a subcontractor with the company for five years before being appointed as Assistant Site Manager at the Sapcote Lea development, in Leicestershire. He said: “From day one I could see it was an excellent company to work for – they really seemed to value their staff and I was impressed with the training opportunities available.” Father of two, Spencer Isaac (42), from Countesthorpe, has recently been appointed as Assistant Site Manager at Leicestershire site Whetstone Park, a new role in his 26-year career in the construction industry. He said: “I love my trade as a carpenter but I am also enjoying this new challenge. There are a lot of opportunities with the company and the support is fantastic. I hope to make a good Site Manager one day in the future.” Father-of-two James Bailey (38) lives in Ravenstone and is currently working as Assistant Site Manager at Ivanhoe Fields, in Ashby. He said: “I’ve been doing on-site work for the last 13 years but with this role I’m enjoying pushing the build along and moving at a fast pace for a high-end, prestigious builder.” Derby-based Nathan Mannion (33) practised his trade as a joiner before recently taking on the role of Assistant Site Manager at Barrowby Edge, in Grantham. He spent two and a half years working with the company before his promotion. He said: “I’m finding my new role enjoyable and it has definitely opened my eyes as I now have more to think about than just myself. I’m currently on a company training programme, which allows

Roberts Design Associates (c/o Agent: Thomas W Redfern, 36 Pennine Way, Ashby de la Zouch, Leics. LE65 1EW) - Change of use from offices to residential - at 3 De Montfort Place, Leicester. The Church Gate Loft Company (c/o Agent: Neil McMinn, Ink/Drawn Ltd, 27 Friar Lane, Leicester LE1 5QS) - Change of use from offices to 14 selfcontained dwellings - at 47-51 Gallowtree Gate/1-7 Market Place Approach, Leicester.

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me to work through modules towards an NVQ. David Wilson Homes encourages progression so I’m hoping to go on as many courses as I can as I’m always looking to better myself.” Barry Montgomery (64) has recently taken on the position of Site Manager at The Chestnuts in Syston and is enjoying working at a site close to his home in Thurmaston. He said: “I worked for David Wilson Homes on a temporary basis seven years ago. I’m enjoying working on bigger and better house types than I have before and it’s also nice to be at a site close to

where I live, allowing me to spend more time with my children and grandchildren.” Father-of-one Jack Bailey (26) began an apprenticeship with David Wilson Homes nine years ago and has since worked his way up in the company to his latest role as Trainee Assistant Site Manager at Glenfield Park, in Leicester. He said: “It’s really interesting now to see everything happening behind the scenes as well as out on site – it really gives an insight into how much work goes into building a development. I’ve had a great nine years with the company and hope to keep progressing.”

Mr Sohaeel Pir (c/o Agent: Keshiv Sudera, Design Studio Architects Ltd, 1B Salisbury Road, Upper New Walk, Leicester LE1 7QR) Change of use from light industrial/ workshop to one studio flat with single storey extension at side - at 24A Halstead Street, Leicester. ASN Investment Ltd (c/o Agent: Master Plan Design Ltd, 23 Vulcan House, Vulcan Road, Leicester LE5 3EF) - Change of use of first and second floor from storage to 2 self-contained flats - at 204 Uppingham Road, Leicester. Hamilton Community College (c/o Agent: Tom Willis, Faithful+Gould, Broadgate House, Beeston, Notts. NG9 2HF) - Single storey classroom block - at Hamilton Community College, Keyham Lane West, Leicester. Evington Muslim Trust (c/o Agent: RG+P Ltd, 130 New Walk, Leicester LE1 7JA) - Demolition of existing building and erection of three-storey education centre - at 59 Stoughton Drive North, Leicester. Mr Kullar (c/o Agent: Design Studio Architects Ltd, Unit 12 Gower Street, St Matthews Business Centre, Leicester LE1 3LJ) - Change of use from one house in multiple occupation to 4 flats - at 19 Lancaster Place, Leicester. Mr Kullar (c/o Agent: Design Studio Architects Ltd, Unit 12 Gower Street, St Matthews Business Centre, Leicester LE1 3LJ) - Change of use from one house in multiple occupation to 4 flats - at 21 Lancaster Place, Leicester. Planning applications are continued overleaf ...>

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Mr Kullar (c/o Agent: Design Studio Architects Ltd, Unit 12 Gower Street, St Matthews Business Centre, Leicester LE1 3LJ) Change of use from one house in multiple occupation to 4 flats - at 23 Lancaster Place, Leicester. Mr Kullar (c/o Agent: Design Studio Architects Ltd, Unit 12 Gower Street, St Matthews Business Centre, Leicester LE1 3LJ) Change of use from one house in multiple occupation to 4 flats - at 25 Lancaster Place, Leicester. Fame Properties (c/o Agent: Mrs Varsha Tailor, DT Designs Ltd, 74 Wyvern Avenue, Leicester LE4 7HH) - Change of use of first floor 6-bedroom flat to 4 self-contained flats - at 28 Melton Road, Leicester. Mr I Alimohamed (c/o Agent: Kunstler Designs Architect, 31 Rutland Street, Leicester LE1 1RE) Change of use from house to 2 selfcontained flats - at 6 Farringdon Street, Leicester. Avery Healthcare Ltd (c/o Agent: DWA Architects, Rievaulx House, 1 St Marys Court, York YO24 1AH) - Demolition of block A, change of use from flats to care home, and three-storey extension at front, side and rear - at 1-1A Monsell Drive (Formerly 56 Lutterworth Road), Leicester. Beaumont Town Football Club & De Montfort University (c/o Agent: Diane Bowers, Turley, 9 Colmore Row, Birmingham B3 2BJ) - Enhancement of existing football club facilities comprising new all-weather pitch, new grass pitches, installation of floodlighting columns, site drainage works, extension at side of club house, spectator stand, dug-outs and fencing - at Beaumont Town Football Club, Bennion Road, Leicester. Montague Estates (c/o Agent: David Thompson, D J Thompson (Design) Ltd, 20 Winster Crescent, Melton Mowbray, Leics. LE13 0EP) - Change of use from chapel to 3 flats - at Grosvenor Gate, Leicester. Myatt Properties Ltd (c/o Agent: Malcolm Goodall, The Drawing Room (Architects) Ltd, 130 Moat Street, Wigston, Leicester LE18 2GE) - Residential development for 2 dwellings - at land rear of 717 Welford Road, Leicester. Continued overleaf ...>

PROPERTY MONITOR The Rise of the Pensioner Landlord PENSION RULE changes in April are expected to affect the rental property landscape, to be compounded further next year by the Chancellor’s recent Budget announcement that from 2016 up to 5m people who have purchased an annuity will be able to access their pension in cash. The impact on the property investor market – at both the amateur and professional levels – is as yet unknown, but market speculation is rife and all eyes will be on it in the coming months. Shawbrook Bank is a specialist lender whose clients primarily comprise experienced property investors and professional landlords. Stephen Johnson, MD of its Commercial Mortgages division, shares some insight into how he sees the upcoming changes affecting the property investor market: “At the moment, investors can often obtain better returns on property compared to other investment opportunities such as stock market returns, or savings accounts. The rental market is growing due to an imbalance in housing supply/demand, a lack of social housing and tenants being unable to afford to get a foot on the property ladder because of stricter regulation, especially in London and the South East. Recent Council of Mortgage Lenders figures showed that the number of buy-to-let mortgages in January was up 12% year on year, and 6% since December. It therefore seems likely that some of those who can access their pension pots once the changes come in will choose to manage their own risk and invest in property.” When it comes to pension reforms, what is the likely impact on the buy-to-let market? “The majority of those affected by the pension rule changes are likely to be first-time landlords. They will be looking for simple, single properties, which will be straightforward to manage, but no buy-to-let endeavour should be underestimated. Successful property investment is a specialist skill – not only the ongoing management and maintenance of a property, but also finding them and getting the right deal. Although these new landlords will increase competition in the market, the experienced investors will always have the advantage. Ultimately the disruption to the market will be limited.” What do experienced BTL property investors look for when making a purchase? “For experienced property investors, buying-to-let is viewed as a business venture. To make a

return quickly, they might buy a property, refurbish it to add value and sell within the space of six months. If they wish to hold on to the property and let it after carrying out refurbishment work, they’ll look for a property which will provide them with strong rental income and an uplift in capital value. The experienced investor will also consider the more complex property types, such as HMOs and multi-units on one freehold, as well as the more straightforward single properties. “By contrast, amateur landlords take a completely different approach. They will typically view a buy-to-let property as their nest egg and look for a steady return over a longer time period. They are likely to be more risk-averse than their professional counterparts and will feel more comfortable purchasing a simple single property either in their local area or an area they know well.” Learn from the professionals Those wishing to invest in a BTL property for the first time should proceed with care. Lisa Williams, an experienced property investor as well as the founder of Keys Mortgages, a mortgage brokerage based in Coventry, shares her top tips: 1. Do your research There is plentiful advice available on becoming a property investor and much of it can be obtained

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New Appointment at Martin Design Partnership Ram Swaroop (c/o Agent: DT Design Ltd, 74 Wyvern Avenue, Leicester LE4 7HH) - Change of use from club to ground floor shop and 3 self-contained flats - at 72 Belgrave Road - 1 Moorgate Street, Leicester. CPG Investments Ltd (c/o Agent: Nigel Baxter, 26 Deer Hill Drive, Marsden, Huddersfield HD7 6LF) Outline application for a five-storey building with basement parking, ground floor retail, first & second floor community use, third & fourth floor offices - at 1 Woodbridge Road, Leicester. Mr Zahir Mamujee (c/o Agent: Nils Feldmann, Feldmann Architects, 58 Knighton Drive, Leicester LE2 3HB) - Change of use from doctor’s surgery to 7 flats plus extension to roof at rear - at 169 Narborough Road, Leicester.

Charnwood Borough Charles Church North Midlands - Erection of 8 dwellings - at land off Hallfields Lane, Rothley, Leics. Rosconn Group - Site for the erection of up to 33 dwellings following demolition of no.62 Iveshead Road (Revised scheme) - at land rear of 62 Iveshead Road, Shepshed, Leics. LE12 9ER. Unnamed Applicant (c/o Agent: Paul Cleaver Architect) - Erection of 2 dwellings - at land adjacent to Mere Lane, Queniborough, Leics. Mr Karl Watson (c/o Agent: HSSP Architects Ltd) - Erection of 3 dwellings and retention of garage with annexe above - at The Old Vicarage, 2 Upper Church Street, Syston, Leicester LE7 1HR. Mr Marco Carrelli (c/o Agent: A+G Architects Ltd) - Two storey extension to terraced block to provide 2 one-bed flats - at 134 Broadway, Loughborough, Leics. LE11 2JG Mr D Waters (c/o Agent: David Granger Architectural Design Ltd) Demolition of existing dwelling and erection of 2 new dwellings - at 66 Woodhouse Road, Quorn, Leics. LE12 8AJ Continued overleaf ...>

LEICESTER-BASED architectural design and property management consultancy, The Martin Design Partnership (TMDP) has bolstered its team by appointing Dave Wells to oversee its rapidly growing Special Projects division. Tasked to manage all aspects of TMDP (SP), which was launched following an increase in clients requesting a complete ‘design and build’ option, Dave will be in charge of co-ordinating all elements of building project management including tendering, scheduling, procurement and managing a team of retained sub-contractors. He joins the Practice after 22 years in the construction industry and brings with him a wealth of experience and a strong reputation within the sector. Speaking about joining TMDP team Dave said: “It’s great to be part of The Martin Design Partnership and to be integral in the launch and expansion of the Special Projects Division. “The Practice has an excellent APPOINTMENT: Scott Moore (right), Managing Partner, reputation for delivering in all areas of the business and I’m looking forward TMDP (SP) welcomes Dave Wells to the Practice. to getting stuck in to the role.” TMDP’s Managing Partner, Scott Moore said: “Dave’s appointment is as a result of the ongoing expansion programme at The Martin Design Partnership, which includes the launch of the Special Projects Division. “He has a strong track record in the industry and we are already seeing an increase in design and build projects through TMDP Special Projects division following his appointment – we’re delighted he’s on-board.” The Practice has seen unprecedented growth over the past few years and has built a solid client base across a diverse sector of industries including industrial and commercial, residential, affordable housing, food and motor trades.

Building plot for pair of semis in Stoneygate: offers invited by 12th June JAMES SELLICKS Estate Agents are offering for sale a building plot with planning permission granted for 2 four-bed semi-detached dwellings. The land - at The Avenue, Knighton Park Road, Stoneygate, Leicester LE2 4QR - is being sold by INFORMAL TENDER. Offers in excess of £350,000 are invited in writing by 12 noon on Friday 12th June 2015. For more information, contact James Sellicks on 0116 285 4554.

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Site for 15 dwellings in Loughborough Solus Homes Ltd (c/o Agent: HSSP Architects Ltd) - Erection of 3 two-storey detached dwellings in rear gardens of 304, 306 and 308 Beacon Road, and relocation of access to 304 Beacon Road - at land rear of 304-308 Beacon Road, Loughborough, Leics. LE11 2RD Mr M Gregory (c/o Agent: Trigpoint Conservation & Planning) - Erection of 4 dwellings - at land rear of 5 West End Farm, Far Street, Wymeswold, Leics. LE12 6TZ. Mr & Mrs M & D Hutchinson - Erection of 2 dwellings (Revised scheme) - at land adjacent to and rear of 7 Butchers Lane, Seagrave, Leics. LE12 7NR. Mr & Mrs Julia/Dena/Justine Aspell/Mardel-Ferreira/Hardy (c/o Agent: Enigma Planning) Outline application for the erection of up to 5 dwellings - at Hardy Court, Muckle Gate Lane, Seagrave, Leics. LE12 7NY. Mr Salim Miah (c/o Agent: Terry Brewin) - Conversion of first floor to create 3 residential units - at 42 Brook Street, Shepshed, Leics. LE12 9RG.

HOWKINS & HARRISON Estate Agents are offering for sale a residential development site with full planning permission for 15 dwellings within a total site area of 1.19 acres. The land - at Park Grange Farm, Newstead Way, Loughborough, Leics. LE11 2UA - is located on the edge of town with the western boundary of the site overlooking the Leicestershire countryside. The Guide Price is £1.7 million. For more information, contact Howkins & Harrison on 01827 721380 or visit www.howkinsandharrison.co.uk

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NW Leics District Mr Steve Harley (c/o Agent: Oxalis Planning, Unit 7 Wheatcroft Business Park, Landmere Lane, Edwalton, Nottingham NG12 4DG) - Development for employment uses of up to 1.3 million sq.feet with associated ancillary uses and infrastructure, including a new access from Beveridge Lane and off-site highway improvements, earthworks and ground modelling - at land at Battleflat Farm, Beveridge Lane, Coalville, Leics. LE67 1FB. DHL Aviation Ltd (c/o Agent: Mrs Renu Prinjha, Barton Wilmore, Regent House, Princes Gate Buildings, 4 Homer Road, Solihull B91 3QQ) - Part demolition of building and structures and redevelopment to provide an extension to the existing warehouse and distribution hub, together with office floorspace, HGV & van parking, alterations to site access, creation of an underpass between the surface car park and the main building entrance for pedestrians at DHL Cargo Terminal, Ashby Road, Castle Donington, Derby DE74 2SA. Continued overleaf ...>

PREPARATION work for the construction of a new bridge spanning the M1 will began in April. Balfour Beatty will build the bridge on behalf of Leicestershire County Council to provide a link to the New Lubbesthorpe development, which will ultimately deliver 4,250 new homes, employment and other amenities. Engineers are setting up a works compound at the site, ahead of construction which will begin over the next few months. The scheme is being overseen by a project board made up of Leicestershire County Council, the New Lubbesthorpe landowners, Blaby District Council, Highways England, A-one+ and the design consultants, WSP Group. Pete Price, assistant director for transportation at the county council, on behalf of the board, said: “Engineers will begin the essential preparation work to build this bridge by setting up a works compound, ahead of main work taking place late spring / early summer. “This bridge will provide a key link to the new development and will also help reduce congestion and the impact of traffic on Beggars Lane / A47. “We will make sure we keep residents and businesses informed as work progresses.” Work is due to be completed in August 2016 and public exhibitions and a stakeholder information event will take place in May, ahead of main work starting. The bridge has been funded thanks to £5m from the Department for Transport’s Local Pinchpoint Fund and money from the New Lubbesthorpe landowners. More information on the project is available at: www.leics.gov.uk/ M1_bridge_to_growth

A Baby Born Today Faces Paying £3.4 Million For Their First Property PREVIOUS generations have witnessed significant rises in property values. It’s been a subject of debate around the dinner table and gained enormous media attention, but what about the next generation of home owners? Leading online estate agent eMoov.co.uk have released statistics which show that a baby born today faces the prospect of paying £3.4 million for their first property. Looking at historic house price data since 1954, there has been an average annual increase of 8.6%. At the current rate of property growth, if a child is born in 2014, by the time they reach the average first time buyer age of 35, the average house price in 2048 will be an astounding £3.4 million. Even children of 10 years old today, face paying over £1.6 million for a property, requiring a deposit of over £320,000. If you have a child who is currently 4 years old, they will most likely need £2.4 million. By 2032 the average 20% deposit needed to buy a property will equal the price of the average price of a property in 2014. Generation Z’s (The Millennial Generation) parents are already preparing, as 67% of parents polled by eMoov.co.uk stated that they will have to financially aid their children get on to the property ladder. A house worth the national average of £205,199 by the end of 2014 is estimated to be worth £3,391,474 in the year 2048 if the historical pattern continues in property. Property expert Russell Quirk CEO of online estate agent eMoov.co.uk commented “Our research shows the staggering truth about the rise of property prices within the UK over recent times. Property prices are always on the move but viewed over decades our research shows an annual rise of 8.6% since 1954. If the trend continues then the bank of Mum and Dad will become even more important for the next generation of home owners”

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Messrs B & A Webster (c/o Agent: David Granger Design Ltd, The Old Dairy, Mill Street, Packington, Ashby de la Zouch, Leics. LE65 1WN) - Erection of 3 dwellings - at Moor Lane Farm, 58 Moor Lane, Coleorton, Coalville, Leics. LE67 8FQ. Mr Neil Willett (c/o: 4 City of Three Waters, Whitwick, Leics. LE67 5AH) - Demolition of existing house and erection of up to 4 new dwellings - at 85 Loughborough Road, Coleorton, Leics. LE67 8HH. Ms A Robinson (c/o Agent: Darren Insley, DCI Architecture Ltd, The Rural Design Office, Barns Heath Farm, Snarestone Road, Appleby Magna, Leics. DE12 7AJ) - Proposed demolition of existing bungalow and former taxi garage and erection of 4 dwellings - at 75 Leicester Road, Ibstock, Leics. LE67 6HN. Mr N Welbury (c/o Agent: Andrew Thomas, Thomas Taylor Planning, Castle House, South Street, Ashby de la Zouch, Leics. LE65 1BQ) - Conversion of public house to 2 dwellings together with erection of 2 detached dwellings at The Bull and Swan, Grimes Gate, Diseworth, Derbyshire DE74 2QD.

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Mr Paul Goodman (c/o Agent: Gary Kirk, 5 Stonton Road, Church Langton, Leics. LE16 7SZ) Demolition of existing Scout Hut and erection of a new building o be used as a community facility - at Scout Hut, Ibstock Road, Ellistown, Leics. LE67 1ED. Mrs M Knapp (c/o Agent: David Granger Design Ltd, The old dairy, Mill Street, Packington, Ashby de la Zouch, Leics. LE65 1WN) - Change of use to provide 2 flats - at 7476 North Street, Whitwick, Coalville, Leics. LE67 5HA. Mr Philip Lambert (c/o Agent: Andrew Meek, HLP Architects, 53 Forest Road East, Nottingham NG1 4HW) - Erection of 8 affordable dwellings (Amended scheme) - at land adjacent to 223 Thornborough Road, Coalville, Leics. Continued overleaf ...>

WITH THE General Election approaching, MyBuilder. com found out the opinions of the UK’s one million tradesmen.

WT GUNSON Commercial Property Consultants are offering for sale a development opportunity known as the Rosedale Building, Oldham Road / Old Church Street, Newton Heath, Manchester M40 2JL. The property comprises an attractive former Co-op building which is situated on a site of approximately 0.5 acres. The property has planning permission for demolition of the existing building but retaining the facade and erection of 114 one, two and three bed flats and Class A1 retail (568m2)at ground floor level with associated basement car parking. The property is situated in a highly prominent position on the corner of Oldham Road (A62) and Old Church Street in Newton Heath, Manchester within close proximity to the new Metrolink Station. Offers are invited for the freehold interest. For further information, please contact Neale Sayle (neale.sayle@ wtgunson.co.uk).

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In the survey, the Conservatives came out at the preferred party for tradesmen across the UK with 37% . However, in Scotland it is a very different picture with 59% of tradesmen opting to vote for the SNP . On the subject of particular issues affecting the UK , the most important is the NHS , followed by Education then Crime . Conversely, tradesmen are least interested in our relationship with the EU . When quizzed on our future in the European Union, 60% of tradesmen said they would opt to leave the EU in a referendum. Much like many sections of society, tradesmen take a dim view of politicians, most frequently referring to them as “liars” and “untrustworthy”. Only a third of tradesmen believe politicians deserve their £67,000 a year salary. Nigel Farage is a popular character amongst tradesmen. When asked which leading politician they’d prefer to work with 42% picked the UKIP leader, with David Cameron second on 23%. Reflecting his personal ratings in other polls, Ed Miliband (9%) is pipped to third place by rising star Nicola Sturgeon (12%). Alarmingly for Labour, their vote share comes third in Scotland at 12%, behind the SNP and Tories . This figure doesn’t improve much for the UK, with only 15% of tradesmen opting for Labour in the upcoming election. *(of 605 respondents to the MyBuilder poll run between Friday 17th and Sunday 19th April 2015)

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Cameron Homes Ltd (c/o Agent: Kevin Shakespeare, KJS Residential Design Services Ltd, 11 Perton Brook Vale, Wightwick, Wolverhampton WV6 8DS) Erection of 6 houses - at 11 Main Street, Ravenstone, Leics. LE67 2AS.

Rutland County Mr William Wass (c/o Agent: William McCormack, Harris McCormack Architects, 3 Wellington Lane, Stamford, Lincs. PE9 1QB) Change of use from redundant residential institution to residential use - at Wing Grange, Preston Road, Wing, Oakham, Rutland LE15 8SB. Secretary of State for Defence (c/o Agent: David Alderson, WYG Group, 314 Midsummer Court, Midsummer Boulevard, Central Milton Keynes, Bucks. MK29 2UB) - Erection of specialist facilities including kennels, veterinary clinic, associated offices and training areas to accommoodate the relocation of 1 Military Working Dog Regiment, British Army from Germany - at St George’s Barracks, Edith Weston Road, North Luffenham, Rutland. Abbey Developments (c/o Agent: John Brindley, CMYK (Planning & Design), 6 The Gaval Centre, Porters Wood, St Albans AL3 6PQ) - Residential infill development comprising 22 dwellings including 8 affordable dwellings - at Harrier Close, Cottesmore, Rutland. Mr Richard Watt (c/o Agent: Richard Dunnett, Marrons Planning, 1 Meridian South, Meridian Business Park, Leicester LE19 1WY) - Conversion of agricultural barns to 3 dwellings - at Shacklewell Lodge Farm, Stamford Road, Empingham, Oakham, Rutland LE15 8QQ.

Harborough District Manor Oak Homes (c/o Agent: Geoff Armstrong, Armstrong Rigg Planning, The Exchange Building, Colworth Science Park, Sharnbrook, Bedford MK44 1LQ) Outline application for the erection of up to 61 dwellings - at land off Wistow Road, Kibworth Harcourt, Leics.

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Leicester residents to benefit from the completion of two new affordable housing developments TWO NEW affordable housing developments in Leicester have been completed thanks to a partnership between Westleigh and Leicester City Council. A former housing depot has been transformed into nine new homes at Prentice Court, off The Fairway in Leicester, whilst in Hamelin Road, near Western Park, a brownfield site which was previously a garage, has been given a new lease of life by being turned into 10 new properties. The Prentice Court scheme comprises seven two-bedroom houses, one four bedroom-property and one three-bedroom house which has been specifically adapted for wheelchair use. In Hamelin Road, the properties consist of six two-bedroom homes, three four-bedroom houses and one two-bedroom property designed for wheelchair use. All 19 homes have been built to support local people on the council’s housing register. Now complete they bring the total number of new council homes built in the city by Leicester City Council during 2014-2015 to 81. £174,000 was provided for the Prentice Court scheme by the Homes & Communities Agency (HCA) as part of a total investment of £1.124m. Whilst the £1.3m scheme in Hamelin Road included a £193,000 contribution from the HCA. Gary Turner, Head of Investment and Partnership at Westleigh, commented, “The demand for affordable homes is increasing and by working with local authorities, such as Leicester City Council, we have been able to regenerate disused areas by putting brownfield land back to good use to meet the needs of local residents with more affordable housing.”

Chicago Pneumatic expands concrete range with introduction of new surfacing equipment INTERNATIONAL construction equipment manufacturer Chicago Pneumatic has unveiled the first new products in its expanded range of reliable and efficient concrete equipment with the addition of new surfacing tools. The new SCS 32 spreader wagon and STG power trowels deliver fast and clean work for the layering and smoothing of concrete. The new range is ideal for a range of surfacing applications including concrete slabs, industrial warehouse floors, residential housing, car parks and alleyways. Chicago Pneumatic has updated its STG line of power trowels with the introduction of the new STG245 (24” – 60cm) for small slabs and STG365 (36” – 90cm) and STG465 (46” – 120cm) models that are ideal for larger slabs. With high speed rates from 40 to 140rpm, coupled with low hand and arm vibrations, the new range of trowels can be used for an extended period of time without the risk of user injury. Fully compliant with CE requirements, the new trowels are equipped with an ignition kill-switch when the dead man handle is released and include a twist pitch allowing up to 22° of blade angle adjustment. Equipped with lifting devices for the safe movement of equipment, the new trowels are easy to store and maneuver, ensuring maximum flexibility and productivity. The durable new SCS 32 spreader wagon is designed to evenly distribute all types of granolithic concrete material while pressing it into the upper layer for a long-wearing surface. Instead of wheels, the spreader wagon features an innovative mesh screen roller that carries the weight of the machine at the same time as it presses the granolithic material into the concrete. This helps the material bond with the concrete for increased wear resistance and provides a reliable, even finish. The SCS 32 is easy to operate and includes flow adjustment on the handle to enable users to determine the exact quantity of material needed with a lockable feature for a consistent, even flow. Chicago Pneumatic will also soon be making a further expansion to its concrete range with the forthcoming introduction of new truss screeds designed to maximise productivity during the screeding process. For more information on the entire Chicago Pneumatic concrete offering, please go to www.cp.com

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Leicester construction learners get careers head start Mrs Iris Einan (c/o Agent: Malcolm Foulkes-Arnold, Corporate Architecture, Venari House, 1 Trimbush Way, Market harborough, Leics. LE16 7XY) Erection of 2 detached dwellings at Hazeldene, 13 Dalby Avenue, Bushby, Leics. LE7 9RE. Mr Peter Fletcher (c/o Agent: Marrons Planning, 1 Meridian South, Meridian Business Park, Leicester LE19 1WY) - Prior notification for the conversion of two agricultaral buildings to 2 dwellings - at Meadowlands Farm, Gilmorton Lane, Willoughby Waterleys, Leics. LE8 6UE. Everards Brewery Ltd (c/o Agent: Corporate Architecture Ltd, Venari House, 1 Trimbush Way, Market harborough, Leics. LE16 7XY) - Erection of building to form retail units with storage at first floor - at Car Park, High Street, Fleckney, Leics. Rockridge Properties (c/o Agent: Philip Dodd, Architects LE1, 38 Nelson Street, Leicester LE1 7BA) Alterations and extension to existing plumbers merchant sales premises to form enlarged retail shop with associated first floor storage and 2 separate single-storey retail units at 65A St Marys Road, Market Harborough, Leics. LE16 7DS. Mr Paul Burke (c/o Agent: Isherwood McCann, Rose Park, Lutterworth Road, Blaby, Leics. LE8 4DP) - Erection of single storey side extension and subdivision to form 2 dwellings - at Caretaker’s Bungalow, Wycliffe C of E Primary School, Moorbarns Lane, Lutterworth, Leics. LE17 4DB. Great Glen Parish Council (c/o Agent: Corporate Architecture, Venari House, 1 Trimbush Way, Market Harborough, Leics. LE16 7XY) - Demolition of existing village hall and youth club building and erection of a mixed use building comprising doctor’s surgery, sports hall with stage, cafe/restaurant with meeting rooms - at Great Glen Parochial Village Hall, Main Street, Great Glen, Leics. LE8 9GG. S Carter (c/o Agent: Chris Green, Andrew Granger & Co, Phoenix House, 52 High Street, Market Harborough, Leics. LE16 7AF) Erection of 3 dwellings - at land rear of 13-19 Caxton Street, Market Harborough, Leics.

LEICESTER College and construction firm Stepnell have launched a new training initiative giving a head start to learners seeking a career in the construction industry. Stepnell – which is the company building the further education college’s new motor vehicle workshop – has joined forces with Leicester College to provide learners with real-life industry experience, careers advice and the opportunity to showcase their skills to potential employers. Stepnell best practice manager Karen Ryan launched the partnership at the College’s Employability Week, giving a presentation to more than 60 construction learners at the College including advice on the qualities and skills employers are looking for and the different routes into the industry. Four Stepnell apprentices and trainees also took part, sharing their direct experiences of the industry and their own training, and taking part in a question-andanswer session with learners.

Potential for 50 work placements The College and Stepnell are now set to launch a work placement programme for the College’s construction learners giving them the opportunity to gain valuable industry experience on the major project which Stepnell is undertaking building a new motor vehicle workshop for the College. The company will also provide work experience on a separate project which the firm is undertaking at De Montfort University in Leicester, creating a new conference and events venue. Stepnell is offering up to 50 week-long work placements giving learners the chance to work under the close supervision of qualified tradespersons including electricians, carpenters, plumbers, plasterers and painters and decorators. There will also be opportunities for work-shadowing placements with the company’s site management team. Paul Hirscher, director of Construction at Leicester College, welcomes the opportunities which the partnership is creating for the College’s learners to gain industry experience. “Work experience is a requirement for our 16- to 18-year-old learners and is something that we have always encouraged for learners as part of helping them in gaining apprenticeships and developing

SHARING: Stepnell apprentices on site. Apprentice joiner Alex Smith (far left) was one of the four Stepnell trainees who visited Leicester College and shared their industry experiences with construction learners. their careers,” he says. “It gives the young people an insight into the particular company and the workplace itself. The chance to work with a company like Stepnell is a fantastic opportunity. Our fulltime learners also appreciated the advice given by Karen Ryan from Stepnell at our Employability Week as well as finding it useful to hear directly from the young Stepnell apprentices about how they got their jobs.” “We’re very excited to be working with the College on this major new training initiative,” says Stepnell best practice manager Karen Ryan. “Bringing the next generation into the industry is crucial – especially at a time when it faces a potential skills shortage. This is an opportunity for the Leicester learners to gain valuable work experience and demonstrate their skills, not just to Stepnell

but to our trade subcontractors. There is a very real chance that the placements could lead in turn to job offers.” As the construction sector’s recovery continues, industry training body CITB expects an extra 200,000 construction jobs to be created over the next five years making it vital that the industry keeps developing and attracting skilled workers. Stepnell began construction work in February 2015 on the new motor vehicle workshop at Leicester College’s Abbey Park Campus in Leicester city centre. The leading-edge facility will cater for the growing numbers of learners signing up for motor vehicle engineering courses at the College, which is one of the UK’s largest further education institutions.

Traditional farmhouse offers scope for improvement BAGSHAWS Estate Agents are offering for sale a substantial five-bedroomed traditional farmhouse in approximately 5.6 acres, with scope for modernisation and improvement. The property - Eastern Old Parks Farm, Nottingham Road, Ashby de la Zouch, Leics. LE65 1SB - occupies a secluded rural position down a shared private driveway, 500m from the Nottingham Road. The house has commanding views over the surrounding countryside with particularly far-reaching views to the North over North Leicestershire and South Derbyshire. The house neighbours a range of traditional barns which are proposed to be redeveloped to residential barn conversions and are excluded from the sale - but could be made available if required. The Guide Price is £650,000. For more information, contact Bagshaws on 01889 562811 or email: uttoxeter@bagshaws.com

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Jelson Ltd (c/o Agent: GVA, 3 Brindleyplace, Birmingham B1 2JB) - Erection of 100 dwellingswith garaging, hardstanding and public open space - at land east of Broughton Way, Broughton Astley, Leics. Sandell, Cowan and Newton (c/o Agent: Barry Waine Planning, Sunnyside Cottage, The Green, Wootton, Northampton NN4 6LF) - Erection of 8 dwellings - at land rear of 40 & 40A High Street, Market Harborough, Leics.

Melton Borough Mr Andy Norris (c/o Agent: Clive Wicks Associates, 36 Boston Road, Sleaford, Lincs. NG34 7EZ) - Layout and access for residential development of 5 new dwellings - at Field 3957, Manor Road, Easthorpe, Leics. Brooksby Melton College (c/o Agent: Jamie Pyper, Signey Planning, Rowe House, Harrogate HG1 5LT) - Affordable housing development of 17 two-bed units and 8 one-bed units - at Brooksby Melton College, King Street, Melton Mowbray, Leics. LE13 1XA. Axiom Housing Association Ltd (c/o Agent: PDG Architects Ltd, Toll Bar House, Shrewsbury Avenue, Peterborough, Cambs. PE2 7BX) - Erection of a 27-bedroom ‘foyer’building with staff and communal facilities, associated access road, car parking and landscaping - at Car Park, Thorpe End, Melton Mowbray, Leics. Brooksby Melton College (c/o Agent: Jamie Pyper, Signet Planning, Rowe House, 10 East Parade, Harrogate HG1 5LT) Improvements and extension to Melton Theatre - at Brooksby Melton College, Asfordby Road, Melton Mowbray, Leics. LE13 0HJ. Buckminster Estate (c/o Agent: Philip James Architecture, 24 Oxford Drive, Melton Mowbray, Leics. LE13 0AL) - Conversion and change of use of the Old Blacksmith’s Barn to a retail unit and a police office - at The Old Stables, Hall Road, Buckminster, Leics.

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Substantial Listed mansion requiring renovation STRUTT & PARKER are offering for sale a superb small country estate including a substantial Listed mansion requiring renovation. The property - Whetstone Pastures House, Whetstone, Leicestershire LE8 6NB - is a classic small country estate, comprising a large Country House, gate lodge, traditional range of stable outbuildings and approximately 30 acres of mature gardens and parkland. Approached past the Lodge along a private, tree-lined drive which passes through the parkland, Whetstone Pastures House stands in a secluded rural position surrounded by beautiful mature trees. The main house is a striking villa-style property constructed originally for the Hind family, owners of the Swithland slate quarry. It has been in the vendors’ family since 1910, and the main house used as a Residential Care Home for the past 40 years. It is now in need of significant renovation and improvement, but retains many fine period details and features, whilst providing for a variety of future uses, subject to the necessary planning consents The accommodation comprises: Main House: Reception Hall, Drawing Room, Dining Room, Sitting Room, Library, Study, Kitchen & Domestic Offices, Former Billiards Room, Ancillary Offices, 10 Main Bedrooms, 4 Secondary Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms and Cellars. There is also a Lodge, comprising Living Room, Kitchen, 3 Bedrooms and Bathroom. Outside there are traditional brick barns and stable yard, mature gardens and grounds, and attractive parkland sheltered by woodland. In all, about 27.38 acres. The property is being offered for sale by Private Treaty as a whole, or in two lots. The asking price is £1.3 million. For more information, contact Richard Brooks at Strutt & Parker on 01858 898061 or visit www.struttandparker. com

Barn for conversion in Rothley: £300k guide FINE & COUNTRY Estate Agents are offering for sale a semiderelict barn with planning consent for conversion to a three-bedroom dwelling. The property Farnham Bridge Barn, 1041 Loughborough Road, Rothley, Leics. LE7 7NL - has a Guide Price of £300,000. The proposed layout features a large central dining kitchen with two roof lights and bi-folding doors that open into a courtyard. Off the kitchen, double doors open into a double height sitting room with stunning south facing views towards the river. There are three double bedrooms, two having en suite shower rooms and large family bathroom. Outside there is ample car standing and a large outbuilding. For more information, contact Fine & Country on T: 01509 891398 or email: madeleine.smith@fineandcountry.com

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Auction Diary 2015 May 2015 Thursday 7th May - GRAHAM PENNY - King Power Stadium, Leicester - 11.30am start www.grahampennyauctions.com Friday 8th May - GRAHAM PENNY - East Midlands Conference Centre, Nottingham - 11.30am start www.grahampennyauctions.com Wednesday 13 May 2015 - SHONKI BROS - at The King Power Stadium, The Gallery, Filbert Way, Leicester LE2 7FL - 5pm start tel: 0116 255 7573 or email: info@shonkibros.com Thursday 14 May 2015 - SAVILLS at Nottingham Racecourse, Colwick Park, Nottingham NG2 4BE - 2.30pm start - tel: 0115 934 8080 - www. savills.co.uk/auctions

June 2015 Wednesday 3 June 2015 - COTTONS - at Aston Villa FC, Villa Park, Birmingham, B6 6HE - 11am start - tel: 0121 247 2233 or email: auctions@cottons.co.uk Thursday 4th June 2015 - GRAHAM PENNY - iPro Stadium, Derby 11.30am start www.grahampennyauctions.com Tuesday 23rd June - GRAHAM PENNY - King Power Stadium, Leicester - 11.30am start www.grahampennyauctions.com Wednesday 24th June 2015 SHONKI BROS KAL SANGRA - at Leicester Racecourse, Leicester Road, Oadby, Leicester LE2 4AL - 5pm start - tel: 0116 254 3373 www.shonkibrothers.com

July 2015 Wednesday 8 July 2015 - SHONKI BROS - at The King Power Stadium, The Gallery, Filbert Way, Leicester LE2 7FL - 5pm start - tel: 0116 255 7573 or email: info@shonkibros.com Thursday 9 July 2015 - SAVILLS at Nottingham Racecourse, Colwick Park, Nottingham NG2 4BE - 2.30pm start - tel: 0115 934 8080 - www. savills.co.uk/auctions Friday 10th July - GRAHAM PENNY - Nottingham Racecourse, Nottingham - 11.30am start www.grahampennyauctions.com Tuesday 14 July 2015 - COTTONS - at Aston Villa FC, Villa Park, Birmingham, B6 6HE - 11am start - tel: 0121 247 2233 or email: auctions@cottons.co.uk

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Mr T Abdel-Khalek (c/o: 39 Chelmsford Square, London NW10 3AP) - Construction of 6 three-bed semi-detached houses, 2 four-bed detached houses and 1 two-bed detached bungalow - at land south of The Mount, Leicester Road, Melton Mowbray, Leics.

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Mr A Tymanskyj (c/o Agent: David Manning, Landyke Ltd, Mawbrook Lodge, Scalford, Melton Mowbray, Leics. LE14 4SS) - Change of use of agricultural building to 3 dwellings - at Sandy Lane Farm Buildings, Sandy Lane, Melton Mowbray, Leics. Queens Bridge Homes (c/o Agent: EM Architecture, The Studio, Adj. Bridge House, Gledhow Lane, Leeds LS8 1PG) - Change of use from existing ground floor retail units to create 2 residential apartments - at The George Hotel, 8 High Street, Melton Mowbray, Leics. LE13 0TR.

Hastings High School (c/o Agent: Daniel Erskine, CPMG Architects Ltd, 23 Warser Gate, Nottingham NG1 1NU) - Erection of new teaching block with extensions to xisting parking provision - at Hastings High School, St Catherines Close, Burbage, Leics. LE10 2QD.

FISHER GERMAN are offering for sale The White House at Bosworth Road, Wellsborough, Warwickshire CV13 6PB.

Mrs Sylvia Mainwaring (c/o Agent: Lance Wiggins, Landmark Planning Ltd, 10 Salisbury Road, Leicester LE1 7QR) - Erection of 9 dwellings - at land to the rear of 122 Middlefield Lane, Hinckley, Leics. LE10 0RA.

The property is in need of complete renovation and presents a fantastic opportunity to develop a superb property in an excellent location. In 2014, planning permission was obtained for the property to be extended and altered to include the formation of an annexe and the erection of a detached garage. Proposed layouts have been drawn up to create a very impressive country house with leisure facilities, to include spacious 5-bedroom family accommodation with a two-bedroom annexe and n indoor swimming pool, changing rooms and gym. Alternatively, the house could be renovated to create a five bedroom house with five ensuites. The property has a private gated entrance to a long tree-lined driveway which leads to an extensive car parking area. There is a detached double garage, a recently constructed triple garage with accommodation above, and a detached brick built store. The gardens are mainly lawned and feature a large pond at the front of the house. There are a number of mature trees and shrubs including fruit trees, confers and deciduous trees. To the south of the property, and separated by a ha-ha is grazing land extending to about 5.57 acres. In all, the property sits in about 7.39 acres. Guide Price: £850,000. For more information, or to arrange a viewing appointment, contact Fisher German on 01530 412821 or email: ashby@fishergerman.co.uk

Mr Dev Matharoo (c/o Agent: Ravi Panesar, RP Design Ltd, 33 Launde Road, Oadby, Leicester LE2 4HH) - Erection of 2 dwellings - at 61 King Richard Road, Hinckley, Leics. LE10 0HJ.

WORK on a multi-million pound mixed-use development scheme that is expected to create up to 4,000 jobs in Mansfield got underway in March.

Talavera Estates (c/o Agent: S Copson, RDC LLC, Unit 5, Twigden Barns, Brixworth Road, Creaton, Northampton NN6 8LU) - Construction of 15 dwellings and associated road - at land adjacent to 3 and 24 Glebe Road, Asfordby Hill, Leics.

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Vida Cleaning Services Ltd (c/o Agent: Sophie Oakland, Oakland Energy, 21 Gurney Crescent, Littlethorpe, Leics. LE19 2JL) Demolition of existing office block and erection of 13 units with associated car parking - at Arden Direct Marketing Ltd, Island House, Arthur Street, Barwell, Leicester LE9 8GZ.

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Mr Adrian Goss (c/o Agent: David Meads, 10 Convent Close, Atherstone, Warks. CV9 1PW) - Erection of 4 dwellings and associated access - at land adjacent to Dormer House, Twycross Road, Sheepy Magna, Atherstone, Warks. CV9 3RT.

Mr Gordon Deacon (c/o Agent: Muthar Al-Salloum, MAS Architecture Ltd, Studio G005, The Atkins Building, Lowe Bond Street, Hinckley, Leics. LE10 1QU) - Erection of 2 dwellings - at land adjacent to 10 Oxford Street, Earl Shilton, Leics. LE9 7BB. Bedford Builders (Leicester) Ltd (c/o Agent: Brian Dearlove Partnership, Unit C, Edward House, Grange Business park, Enderby Road, Whetstone, Leicester LE8 8EP) - Demolition of existing dwelling and erection of 6 new dwellings - at Fir Tree House, Broad Lane, Stanton under Bardon, Leics. LE67 9TB.

Berry Hill Mansfield Development Scheme Gets Underway Located to the south of the town, Berry Hill Mansfield will not only provide much-needed homes for north Nottinghamshire – but will create jobs and business opportunities through a new innovation park, varied employment land opportunities as well as a retail and a hotel and leisure offering. The Lindhurst Group is set to develop approximately 480 acres of land on the boundary of Nottingham and Mansfield, delivering an urban extension to Southern Mansfield. The scheme will comprise serviced land for hi-tech research and development facilities, offices and industrial accommodation as well as leisure and retail, up to 1,700 new homes, a brand new primary school, children’s nursery, health centre and care facilities. The scheme is divided into four separate sites – Vision Innovation Park, George V Commercial Park, Adams Park and Regent Park – which are currently being offered to market. Vision Innovation Park, situated in a prominent location close to the Vision West Nottinghamshire College campus, will offer fully serviced plots from one acre without builder ties to owner-occupiers or developers, while the Commercial Park will provide industrial and office accommodation.

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RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT SITE FOR 15 DWELLINGS Park Grange Farm, Newstead Way, Loughborough, Leicestershire LE11 2UA

Park Grange Farm is located on the edge of the town of Loughborough with the western edge of the site overlooking the Leicestershire countryside. Park Grange Farm presents an opportunity to acquire a residential site with full Planning Consent for 15 dwellings within a total site area of 1.19 acres (0.48 ha).

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BB&J Commercial Property Consultants are offering for sale BY INFORMAL TENDER a prime residential development opportunity in an exclusive location. The property - Land at Fields Farm, Church Road, Quarndon, Derby DE22 5JA - comprises part of the gardens of Fields Farm and is roughly triangular shaped. By way of an Outline Planning Permission ref: AVA/2014/0738 the land benefits from consent for residential development. An indicative scheme has been produced showing 3 detached dwellings (2 two-storey houses and 1 dormer bungalow). The site is being offered freehold with vacant possession. Offers in excess of £450,000 are invited, with a closing date of 12 noon on 19th May 2015. For more information, contact Christopher Wright at BB&J on 01332 292825 or email: OVERVIEW c.wright@bbandj.co.uk FOR SALE BY INFORMAL TENDER

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CLIVE JAMES described motor racing commentator Murray Walker thus: ‘Murray sounds like a blindfolded man riding a unicycle on the rim of the pit of doom. Even in moments of tranquility, he sounds like a man whose trousers are on fire.’ Here are a few of Murray Walker’s classic spoken bloopers: • Jensen Button is in the top ten, in eleventh position. • This has been a great season for Nelson Piquet, as he is now known, and always has been. • Mansell is slowing down, taking it easy. Oh no he isn’t! It’s a lap record. • I know it’s a cliche, but you can cut the atmosphere with a cricket bat. • Tambay’s hopes, which were nil before, are absolutely zero now.

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Interesting properties for sale at the WA Barnes Auction

THE NEXT WA Barnes property Auction takes place on Thursday 14th May 2015 at The Towers, Botany Avenue, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire NG18 5NG, and the catalogue includes several properties which will be of interest to builders and developers: LOT 1: 65 Blackwell Road, Huthwaite, Notts. NG17 2RG:

A traditional two-storey mid-terrace house in need of modernisation and upgrading. GUIDE PRICE: £45,000. LOT 2: 91 Clumber Street, Kirkby in Ashfield, Notts. NG17 7NE:

Per instructions of the Executors. Appealing, traditional three-bed semi-detached house in a popular mature, non-estate setting. Requires refurbishment and upgrading but good potential for re-sale, renting or owner occupation when improved. GUIDE PRICE: £70,000+ LOT 4: 5 Watson Street, Market Warsop, Notts. NG20 0NB:

Per instructions of the Executors. A well-kept two-storey midterraced house in need of refurbishment and general updating. GUIDE PRICE: £40,000£45,000.

LOT 5: 53 Sherwood Way, Selston, Notts. NG16 6PY:

Per instructions of the Executors. A modern two-bedroom detached bungalow within a popular village location. The property requires refurbishment but offers profitable potential for re-sale/letting and would make an ideal retirement home when improved. GUIDE PRICE: £75,000+ LOT 7: 8 Peveril Drive, Sutton in Ashfield, Notts. NG17 2GT:

Per instructions of the Executor. A small, traditional two-bedroom semi-detached house in need of modernisation and improvement. Popular, mature residential location in a non-estate setting. Good potential for onward sale or renting hen upgraded. GUIDE PRICE: Around £55,000 LOT 8: 80 Carter Lane, Mansfield, Notts. NG18 3DH:

Per instructions of the Executors. A well-proportioned two-storey

traditional semi-detached house in a popular location. The property has been generally well-maintained but now requires refurbishment, modernisation and upgrading. Excellent opportunity for the speculator, builder or investor. GUIDE PRICE: Around £60,000. LOT 12: 12 St John Street, Mansfield, Notts. NG18 1QJ:

Per instructions of Central Nottinghamshire MIND. An attractive and prominent detached two-storey office building in a convenient central position. Comprising: Ground Floor: Reception, Waiting Room, Two Offices, Kitchen and WC plus Store; First Floor: Four Offices plus WC. The premises are ideal for the professional user (dentist, physiotherapist, etc.) and may be suitable for conversion to residential use, subject to planning. GUIDE PRICE: £50,000-£60,000. LOT 15: 24 Lyndhurst Avenue, Blidworth, Notts. NG21 0RJ:

Per instructions of the Executor. A traditional un-modernised twostorey three-bed semi-detached house in this popular large village. Corner plot with return frontage to Aberconway Street. GUIDE PRICE: Around £65,000.

NEW HOME FOR EXPANDING RIPLEY FIRM COMMERCIAL property developers Sladen Estates, in partnership with Peveril Securities, have been appointed to build a new headquarters for Ripley-based firm Tubesheet. Sladen Estates will design and build the 22,000 sq ft premises for the precision engineering business at Denby Hall business park, which is just off the A38 and A610 near Ripley. Business is booming and the firm now needs a larger headquarters. The owners picked the Denby Hall site as it has very good links to major roads, such as the M1 at junction 28, and is already home to established names such as Technocargo, Derwent Displays, HL Plastics and DEB. Chief executive at Sladen Estates Nick Sladen said it was exciting for his firm to be involved with the expansion and development of such a thriving local firm.

LOT 16: 27 Forest Road, Market Warsop, Notts. NG20 0ER:

Per instructions of the Executors. An individually designed detached three-bed bungalow in a semirural setting. In need of general refurbishment and upgrading, the property offers excellent potential to create an attractive home or possible complete replacement, subject to planning. The bungalow stands on a double width, substantially larger than average plot f around 0.49 acre, and includes a range of dilapidated outbuildings. GUIDE PRICE: Around £225,000. For more information about any of these properties, contact WA Barnes on 01623 554084 or email: sales@wabarnes.co.uk or visit the website at www.wabarnes.co.uk

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