William Davis Homes announced Finalist in the CITB Apprentice Awards 2019 WILLIAM DAVIS Homes has been named a finalist in this year’s Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) Apprentice Awards. Named as a finalist in the Large Employer of the Year category, this is particularly significant as the CITB awards are nationally acknowledged as one of the most valued and valid industry-based awards, recognising commitment to the development of young people and the organisations which place apprenticeships at the very heart of the business. Jon Burton, area manager CITB, hand delivered the Golden Ticket to Gary Long, William IN THE FINAL: Jon Burton (right) hand delivering the CITB Davis Homes apprentice and M&E Apprentice Awards 2019 Golden Ticket to Gary Long (left) manager, to enable representatives announcing William Davis Homes as a finalist in the awards. of the company to attend the Awards Ceremony on 7th November in London. The awards are being hosted by broadcaster and entrepreneur, Sarah Beeny, who is one of the most highly regarded voices in the property industry. Gary said: “The whole team at William Davis Homes is absolutely delighted that our long-running apprenticeship scheme has been acknowledged in this way. We’ve recently completed our apprentice intake for this year and have welcomed nine young people into the business to start their careers in construction. They will be joining the other 33 apprentices already working alongside our tradespeople and mentors, giving us a grand total of 42 apprentices.” The awards event is also being flagged on social media channels, as last year over 200,000 interactions on Twitter alone created a real buzz. Jon said: “We want to make it even more impactful this year by encouraging all finalists to retweet any CITB awards related posts and to follow both @CITB_UK and Deb Madden @Dinkyhine.”
Legislation on building safety standards must be underpinned by mandatory licensing, says FMB NEW LEGISLATION regarding the implementation of building safety standards needs to be underpinned by a mandatory licensing scheme for all UK construction companies, said the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) in response to the Queen’s Speech. Brian Berry, Chief Executive of the FMB, said: “The Queen’s announcement that the Government will bring forward new rigorous laws forcing compliance with building safety standards is an important and essential step in improving safety and confidence in our built environment. After the Grenfell fire tragedy it’s essential that we raise the bar in construction. “However, the Government must go further still and publicly consult on a mandatory licensing scheme for all UK construction companies. This would serve to remove from the industry any firm that ignores health and safety procedure and risks safety in and around the built environment. Licensing would also remove rogue traders that bring the image of builders into disrepute, whether they are operating in the private domestic sector or in the supply chain on a large commercial site. We now await further details on this bill and whether it will have the teeth it needs to improve the construction sector.”
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Leicestershire Family Firm Submits Plans for New Neighbourhood in Leicester FAMILY FIRM Parker Strategic Land have submitted an outline planning application for a new 1,200-home neighbourhood on the eastern edge of Leicester. This application by Parker’s supports early delivery of the Harborough District Council local plan which was adopted in April 2019. The Leicestershire business worked collaboratively with the Planning Policy team at Harborough District Council as well as Leicester City Council and Scraptoft Golf Club to secure an allocation for the site in the Harborough District Local Plan. The site at Scraptoft North, is the second largest site in the Local Plan and will provide up to 1,200 of the 12,800 homes needed in the District by 2031. Currently, most of the land is used by Scraptoft Golf Club, who will move to a brand new site, just a few miles away. Parker’s are committed to creating a high-quality community and the outline application includes: • A new local centre with retail (A1, A3, A4 & A5); • Healthcare (D1) and community (D2) uses; care accommodation (C2); • Two-form entry primary school; • A children’s day nursery (D1); • Multifunctional green infrastructure network; • Provision of open space including sport and recreational facilities, parks, play areas and other open space; landscaping; and formation of surface water storage ponds. The scheme will improve the natural environment and ecology along a local waterway, Scraptoft Brook, which currently runs through a concrete culvert. The scheme will also provide a green buffer for existing residents and improve flood resilience. Adrian Lott, great-grandson of the business’s founder and Managing Director of Parker Strategic Land, said: “Scraptoft represents a great opportunity for Harborough District to deliver much-needed new homes, with infrastructure and community assets. For Parker’s as a business, we are
already working across the county and beyond to assist local council’s in delivering their housing targets. Sizeable schemes like Scraptoft North give us greater scope to deliver quality developments, in partnership with local stakeholders, and to deliver on community aspirations. He added: We are pleased to be bringing the Scraptoft proposals forward, in partnership with the landowners, local councils and residents to create the right plan for the local community. I am particularly proud of the plans for a new primary school, which will improve the local education offering.” Harborough District Council’s Planning Committee is expected to consider the application in the coming months. The planning consultants for Scraptoft North are Turley, and Mather Jamie act as agents for Parker Strategic Land. For more information on Scraptoft North, please visit www.scraptoftnorth. co.uk or call 0800 073 1047.
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MINIMISING RISK PROBLEM: I run a small(ish) civil engineering contractor. I started up the company in 2009, although I had little choice as the company I was working for at the time ceased trading due to the credit crunch. Since then, my own company has grown organically and is now turning over around £2 million per year. Most of our work is one-off bespoke dwellings and small residential and industrial developments. Over the last 18 months or so, there has been an increase in enquiries on larger developments, which I have declined to price, partly due to lacking the management resources, and partly to do with the high risk. Recently however, I have been talking to a civil engineer who works as a contracts manager on a freelance basis for a large civil engineering company, and I am considering approaching him to see if he would like to work for my company, which would then give it the management resources to start looking at taking larger projects on. I am however eager to minimise the risk and wondered if you had any advice?
RESPONSE: You are very sensible in making sure that in contemplating going outside your usual market [and comfort zone], you consider the risks involved and how to minimise those risks. Some of the risks will of course be different to the markets you currently work within, although many of the risks will be similar, but on a bigger scale, and with that in mind, the biggest risk that your company faces is its exposure to losses that are far greater in value than for your normal market. For example, an average project may generate a monthly value of perhaps £20,000 and be completed within 6 weeks, whilst valuations are agreed to be made every fortnight and payments within 7 days, so the monies at risk at any one time could be only 3 weeks’ of work / £15,000. This can be compared to working for a much more contractually experienced main contractor on a large project, where the monthly values are double with valuations every month and payment being stretched to 6 weeks, meaning at peak, the risk could be £100,000. So how do you go about minimising your risk? The following bullet-points are not only relevant to your business, but will be also relevant to any business at any time:
• Make sure that you have strong terms and conditions which ideally should be drafted by a solicitor. Engaging a solicitor to draft bespoke terms and conditions will [initially] be an expensive exercise, but it will be a worthwhile investment that will reap rewards in the future. • If you are unable to use your own terms and conditions on any project (maybe because the subcontract T&C’s needs to reflect the main contract’s T&C’s), then make sure that the contract is read by a solicitor prior to entering into the contract or starting on site. • Have favourable valuations (i.e. every fortnight) with speedy final payment dates (i.e. 7 days from when payment becomes due). • Keep delay damages to a minimum and if possible, cap the total damages. • Negotiate a nil retention, or offer an incentive (like a discount), to reduce / eliminate the retention. • With every new client, run a credit search – and do this on every client on a regular basis, as trading conditions change. • Any client with a poor credit rating (or reputation), either decline the work or seek better payment periods / have the monies paid into an escrow account.
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Michael is a Solicitor, Chartered Builder & Registered Construction Adjudicator, and is a director at Michael Gerard Law Limited, a solicitors practice regulated by the SRA. • Make sure that you keep good records when on site and ensure all variations / instructions are in writing. I wish you all the best for the future. © Michael Gerard 2019 The advice provided is intended to be of a general guide only and should not be viewed as providing a definitive legal analysis.
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Leicester City Unnamed Applicant (c/o Agent: Richard Bailey, TDC Architects Ltd, Second Floor Offices, 22 Pavement, York YO1 9UP) – Demolition of existing apartment buildings and construction of two/three storey 60bed care home – at 1-1A Monsell Drive, Leicester. Unnamed Applicant (c/o Agent: Miss Katherine Morgan, Cushman & Wakefield, St Paul’s House, 23 Park Square South, Leeds LS1 2ND) – Construction of two and three storey building to provide secondary school, construction of single and two storey sports hall, playing pitches, ancillary parking and landscaping – at land to the north of Abbey Park Road, Leicester. Unnamed Applicant (c/o Agent: Kirstie Clifton, Define Planning & Design Ltd, Unit 6, 133-137 Newhall Street, Birmingham B3 1SF) – Construction of a two and three storey school building and sports hall with associated access, parking, external recreation areas, sports facilities and landscaping – at Land east of Thurmaston lane, Off Colin Grundy Drive, Leicester. Unnamed applicant (c/o Agent: Faizal Osman, 13 Architectural Consultants Ltd, 8 Coplow Avenue, Leicester LE5 5WA) – Change of use from ground floor shop and one self-contained flat on first floor to 2 shops and one office on ground floor; 4 self-contained flats on first and second floors, dormer extensions at front and rear, single and two storey extension at rear – at 218-220 Uppingham Road, Leicester. Unnamed Applicant (c/o Agent: Miss Samantha Griffiths, HSSP Architects Ltd, Pera Business Park, Nottingham Road, Melton Mowbray, Leics. LE13 0PB) – Construction of detached general industrial unit with access off Lewisher Road – at 125A-125B Barkby Road, Leicester. RS Developments (c/o Agent: Joe Travers, IMA Architects, 6 Rose Way, Lutterworth Road, Blaby, Leicester LE8 4BY) Demolition of existing dwelling and construction of 2 detached four-bed dwellings – at 580 Gipsy Lane, Leicester LE5 0TB. Unnamed Applicant (c/o Agent: R Kahn, Master Plan Design Solutions, 23 Vulcan House, Vulcan Road, Leicester LE5 3EF) – Construction of 2 new four-bed dwellings – at Plot 33, land adjacent to 37 Herongate Road, Leicester.
Tool theft affects 8 in 10 builders, finds FMB MORE THAN three-quarters of Britain’s builders have been victims of tool theft, with some having lost more than £20,000 worth of tools in the past ten years, according to new research by the Federation of Master Builders (FMB). Key results from the FMB’s research into tool theft reveal: • More than three quarters (83%) of UK builders have had their tools stolen. • More than one in three incidents involved theft from vans (38%) and theft from sites (34%). 7% of incidents saw tools stolen from a shed or garage at home, and 3% of incidents saw tools stolen from inside the home. • Of builders who had tools stolen in the past ten years (78%), the most common value of loss was £2,500. One in ten builders said that they had at least £10,000 worth of tools stolen, and 2% said they had at least £20,000. • When asked how many working days builders had lost to tool theft over the past ten years, one in three builders (29%) said one to two working days and 16% said two to five working days. 7% of builders said they had lost five working days or more. • Over a 40-year working life, a builder will typically lose £10,000 worth of tools and 6 working days to tool theft. • Tool theft is taking its toll on builders’ mental health, causing 15% of builders to suffer from anxiety, one in ten builders (11%) to suffer from depression and some reported experiences of panic attacks and suicidal thoughts. Brian Berry, Chief Executive of the FMB, said: “Decisive action is needed to tackle tool theft. Eight in ten builders report that they have had tools stolen before. This is causing mental health issues amongst builders with reports of depression, anxiety, anger, frustration, stress and even suicidal thoughts. The Government needs to look into tool theft and consider the need for the introduction of tighter regulations around selling second-hand tools, and greater minimum fines for those convicted of tool theft.” Berry concluded: “Builders need to take extra steps to reduce the risk of theft by bringing tools inside at night, installing extra locks in the van, marking tools with an address or phone number, and painting them a special colour. Builders should also check their insurance policies to see what they have covered. Websites are available where tool serial numbers can be registered for extra piece of mind when it comes to making a claim on insurance. Tool theft is not a victimless crime and stronger government action is needed to help tackle this growing problem.”
Development Properties
IN BRIEF
Plot for bungalow at rear of 18 Meadow Lane, Coalville, Leics. A FLAT LEVEL building plot with outline planning permission (ref: 19/00921/OUT) for a two-bed detached bungalow with off road parking for two vehicles. Site area: 321 sq.metres. The asking price is £65,000. For more information, or to arrange a viewing, contact Whiteheads Estates on 01530 353170 or email: info@whiteheadsestates.co.uk
Plot at Warton Lane, Austrey, Near Atherstone, Warks. CV9 3EJ Planning consent (ref: PAP/2018/0461) has been granted for a four bedroom detached home. Guide price: £200,000. For more information, or to arrange a viewing, contact Mark Evans & Co Estate Agents on 01827 311300 or email: info@ markevanstamworth.com
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IN BRIEF Firms fined £36m for Development site at breaking competition law 1 Maino Crescent, Lutterworth, Leics. LE17 4QW
PLANNING PERMISSION (ref: 19/00849/FUL) has been granted for 2 pairs of larger than average two-bed semi-detached homes. Situated on a reasonably level plot of approx. 644 square metres with fully fenced boundaries and secure gated entrance. Guide price: £285,000. For more information, or to arrange a viewing, contact Hind Estates on 01455 559200 or email: info@ hindestates.co.uk
Site for 12 apartments at Burgage Walk, Nuneaton, Warks. CV11 5AG
DEVELOPMENT opportunity comprising an existing temporary car park with planning consent (ref: 035366) for two three-storey blocks of generously proportioned onebed apartments. Site area: 701 sq.metres. Asking price: £285,000. For more information, or to arrange a viewing, contact Loveitts on 024 7622 8111 or visit www.loveitts.co.uk
Former Co-op Building, 7 High Street, Measham, Swadlincote, Derbyshire DE12 7HR
A FORMER retail premises and former car park with development potential for six flats or three townhouses (subject to planning consents). Guide price: £125,000+ For sale BY AUCTION on 21st November 2019 at Nottingham Racecourse, Colwick Park, Nottingham NG2 4BE – 11.30 am start. For more information, or to arrange a viewing, contact SDL Auctions on 0800 304 7879 or email: enquiries@sdlauctions.co.uk
THE COMPETITION & Markets Authority (CMA) has issued 3 firms with fines totalling more than £36m for breaking competition law in supplying certain concrete drainage products for building projects. Following an investigation by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), the Northern Ireland-based firm FP McCann Ltd is facing a fine of more than £25 million for its part in the scheme. Derbyshire-based Stanton Bonna Concrete Ltd and Somerset-based CPM Group Ltd are due to pay more than £7 million and £4 million respectively. The fines have been imposed after the CMA found that the companies broke competition law by taking part in an illegal cartel covering Great Britain. From July 2006 to March 2013, they agreed to fix or coordinate their prices, shared the market by allocating customers and regularly exchanged competitively sensitive information. These arrangements continued for nearly 7 years and involved meetings attended by senior executives from each of the firms. The CMA recorded a number of these meetings and used them as evidence when arriving at its final decision. Last year, 2 of the 3 firms, Stanton Bonna Concrete Ltd and CPM Group Ltd, both accepted that they broke competition law by engaging in these arrangements. Accordingly, under the CMA’s provisions for leniency and settlement processes, they have received reductions to their fines. Pre-cast concrete products, such as drainage pipes, are of crucial importance to large infrastructure projects and are often used in roads and railways or water management projects. Customers for these products include engineering and construction firms, utilities providers and local and national government across Great Britain. At the time of the infringement the firms were the leading players in the market.
Trustees of GS Fashions Retirement Benefit Scheme (c/o Agent: Lance Wiggins, Landmark Planning Ltd, 10 Salisbury Road, Leicester LE1 7QR) – Mixed use development comprising 126 apartments and 480 sq.metres of commercial development, vehicular access from Mansfield Street and pedestrian access from Belgrave Gate – at Former ABC Cinema, 42 Belgrave Gate, Leicester. Mr Viral Pala (c/o Agent: fiG Architecture, 224 Stetchford Road, Birmingham B34 6BL) – Change of use from public house to 8 flats – at The Tudor, 100 Tudo Road, Leicester. Mr A Dodia (c/o Agent: Yusuf Girach, YG Architectural Design Consultants Ltd, 109 Coleman Road, Leicester LE5 4LE) – Change of use from house to 5 flats – at 103 St Peters Road, Leicester. Sharmilee (c/o Agent: Mrs Rachel Mason, AD Planning Ltd, The Office, Unit 8, Knights Yard, Oakham, Rutland) – Change of use of loft from restaurant to 2 flats plus alterations and 4 new dormer windows – at 71-73 Belgrave Road, Leicester. Unnamed Applicant (c/o Agent: Yusuf Girach, YG Architectural Design Consultants Ltd, 109 Coleman Road, Leicester LE5 4LE) – Single storey extension to side of five flats and demolition of garage to form 2 additional dwellings – at Spinney Hill Apartments, 280 East Park Road, Leicester. Bosworth Properties Ltd (c/o Agent: Charles Kennett, Staniforth Architects Ltd, The Warehouse, 1A Stamford Street, Leicester LE1 6NL) – Notification of change of use from offices to 19 flats – at The Mill, 27 Millstone Lane, Leicester. L & M Investment Co Ltd (c/o Agent: Anthony Jones, Halford Jones Architecture Ltd, 28 St Annes Drive, Leicester LE2 8HT) – Change of use from house to 2 self-contained flats – at 96 Montague Road, Leicester LE2 1TH. Bob International Ltd (c/o Agent: Keshiv Sudera, Design Studio Architects, Regent House, Upper King Street, Leicester LE1 6XB) – Notification of proposed change of use of first, second and third floors from offices to 18 flats – at 171173 London Road, Leicester.
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Work begins on section of major new Market Harborough housing development Mr Pradip Modi (c/o Agent: Bernard Taruvinga, Kunstler Designs Architect, 31 Rutland Street, Leicester LE1 1RE) – Change of use of first and second floors from offices to 5 self-contained flats and alterations at front of shop – at Global House, 2 Spinney Hill Road, Leicester LE5 3GG. Mr M Duxbury (c/o Agent: Mr Chris Green, Andrew Granger & Co, Phoenix House, 52 High Street, Market Harborough, Leics. LE16 7AF) – Erection of 2 semi-detached two-bed dwellings – at land rear of 474 London Road, Leicester.
Charnwood Borough Mr G Fletcher (c/o Agent: Harding Planning Services) Erection of 5 bungalows – at 89-91 Barkby Road, Syston, Leicestershire LE7 2AH. Leicestershire County Council – New single storey nursery block – at Rothley Church of England Primary School, 2 Burrow Drive, Rothley, Leics. LE7 7RZ.
A LEICESTERSHIRE-BASED housebuilder has started work on its portion of a major new housing development off Leicester Road. Davidsons Homes, which has its headquarters in Ibstock, has begun work on its first phase of homes at Wellington Place. This phase constitutes the first of over 500 homes that the housebuilder will be developing on site. The larger development, which is being constructed by a consortium of developers, will consist of about 1,500 homes, a new primary school, a local centre, a marina with a hotel and plenty of open space. The site was formerly home to RAF Lubenham. Sales Director for Davidsons Homes’ East Midlands division, Stephanie King, said: “Years of careful planning have gone into creating this extension to Market Harborough and so it’s a great feeling to know that work is now underway at Wellington Place. In conjunction with Davidsons Homes’ building work, over £4.8million is being invested into Market Harborough and the surrounding area. Money will go towards police resources, primary and secondary schools, cemetery upgrades, pedestrian crossing improvements and recycling area extensions amongst other improvements to the local community.
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Development Properties
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Building plot at rear of 237 Main Street, Thornton, Leics. LE67 1AH SINGLE building plot with outline planning permission (ref: 17/00010/OUT) for a detached dwelling with views towards Thornton Reservoir. Frontage of approx. 18 metres and a total site area of 380 sq.metres approx. All mains services available. Offers over £170,000 invited for the freehold. For more information, or to arrange a viewing, contact Scrivins & Co Estate Agents on 01455 890480 or email: sales@scrivins.co.uk
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Bus depot transformation complete as new car showroom opens in Coalville
Representatives from NWLDC and Coalville Heritage Society meet Paul Westwood (Centre) and Desirable Car Staff to thank them for their work A FORMER bus depot in Coalville has opened as a car showroom, bringing new jobs to the town and regenerating a derelict site on Ashby Road. With support from North West Leicestershire District Council’s (NWLDC) grant schemes the owners of the new Desirablecar.com showroom have been able to transform the former depot into a modern facility that combines a workshop with a sales area for their quality used car business. The project has received grants of £50,000 from the NWLDC Frontage Improvement Scheme and £25,000 from the Enterprising North West Leicestershire scheme. The effort to preserve the façade of the building and regenerate an historic building and give it a new use and positive attractive presence in the town has drawn praise from the Coalville Heritage Society, which has presented the owners with an historic image of the depot as a thank you for the quality of the work.
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New business park in Development Properties Coalville has lift-off IN BRIEF
Development opportunity at Station Hill, Swannington, Leics.
Davidsons Developments Ltd (c/o Agent: iPlan Solutions Ltd) – Erection of 31 dwellings and associated infrastructure – at Peashill Farm, Ratcliffe Road, Sileby, Leics. LE12 7QB. William Davis Ltd – Erection of 91 dwellings and associated landscaping (Reserved Matters) – at Forest Field, Forest Road, Loughborough, Leics. LE11 3NS Loughborough University (c/o Agent: GVA Grimley Ltd t/a Avison Young) – Demolition of university building – at John Hardie Building, Loughborough University, Epinal Way, Loughborough, Leics. LE11 3TU. Miller Homes and W&J Parker Ltd – Erection of 105 dwellings with associated infrastructure, landscaping and public open space – at Loughborough Road, Quorn, Leics. Mrs Jane Jelley (c/o Agent: Andrew Large Surveyors) – Erection of 4 agricultural buildings and and agricultural workers’ dwelling – at Old Gate Road, Thrussington, Leics. LE7 4TN. Unnamed Applicant (c/o Agent: Pegasus Planning Group) – Conversion of offices into 2 dwellings and alterations to fenestration – at Rectory Place, 37 Old Parsonage Lane, Hoton, Leics. LE12 5SG. William Davis Ltd (c/o Agent: Pegasus Group) – Erection of 7 bungalows and one replacement dwelling – at Lady Jane Mobile Home Park, Bradgate Road, Newtown Linford, Leics. LE6 0HD.
Blaby District Punch Partnerships PML Ltd (c/o Agent: Mrs Karen Vilday, CPC Planning Consultants, Unit 3, Broadbridge Business Centre, Delling Lane, Bosham, West Sussex PO18 8NF) – Erection of 2 dwellings to the rear of a public house – at 128 Station Road, Countesthorpe, Leics. LE8 5TD. Mr Jones (c/o Agent: Mr Walkling, BRP Architects, 1 Millers Yard, Roman Way, market Harborough, Leics. LE16 7PW) – Erection of 10 dwellings - on land adjacent to 7 Cranmer Close, Blaby, Leics.
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Ribbon about to be cut by people standing outside Apollo Court Business Park. Pictured l-r are Wayne Mears, from Willmott Dixon, Byron Rhodes, deputy leader of the county council, Pam Posnett, chairman of the county council, Jon Bennett, head of strategic property at the county council and Andy Reed, of the LLEP A NEW £5.5M industrial park in Coalville, set to create 120 jobs, is now open for business.
PLANNING permission (ref: 19/00693/FUL) has been granted for the conversion and extension of an existing outbuilding at Elm Farm, Swannington to form a new four-bed barn conversion set in a circa 1.3 acre plot. The proposed dwelling is accessed via a private driveway off Station Hill.
Apollo Court Business Park will boost business in the town by supporting start-ups and firms looking to expand. For more information, or to arrange a A range of high-spec industrial units ranging from 1,000 to 9,000 sq. ft. (92viewing, contact Alexanders on 836 sq. m.) have been built by construction company, Willmott Dixon. 01530 413126 or email: ashby@ The venture is part-funded by a £2.4m allocation from the Local alexanders-estates.com Growth Fund, a pot of government funding awarded to the Leicester and Leicestershire Enterprise Partnership Limited (LLEP) for projects that benefit the local area and economy. Councillor Byron Rhodes, deputy FORMER TOM THUMB PUBLIC HOUSE leader of the county council said: The Fairway/Grove Road, Blaby, Leicester, LE8 4DG “I’m over the moon with what we have achieved at Apollo Court. Supporting businesses is important; it helps boost our local economy and creates job. “Investing in property in this way will also help us generate income which we can then plough back into services. “We have been very pleased with the level of occupier interest in the units and hope to make some announcements soon. The scheme is part of the LLEP’s strategic economic plan which aims to create 45,000 extra jobs, reduce unemployment by 50 per FREEHOLD RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT SITE cent, support 15,000 businesses to Planning Permission for 10 houses expand and help 1,000 start-ups – No affordable or off-site contributions Coalville is earmarked as a priority Popular housing estate • Close to Blaby District Centre area. 0.29 Hectare (0.72 acres) Minister of State for Local Growth, the Rt Hon Jake Berry MP, said: For further details contact: “I am delighted to see this £2.4m investment from the Government’s Local Growth Fund enabling the completion of a new business park in Coalville. These new state-ofthe-art industrial units will provide increased opportunities for business start-ups and the retention of expanding businesses while creating Email: jmp@apbleicester.co.uk or rp@apbleicester.co.uk 120 new jobs.”
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Chance to bid for share of £60k funding pot
PARISHES, schools and community groups can now apply for a share of £60,000 to help fund projects within the Harborough District. Harborough District Council has allocated £50,000 of their New Homes Bonus Money and £10,000 from the Harborough Lotto towards the Community Grant Fund for 2019/20. Applicants can request a minimum of £1,000 (with the exception of environmental projects), and a maximum of £5,000. GrantsProjects must bring benefits supporting community groups or projects in the Harborough District and meet one of Harborough District Council’s priority areas: • Prevention of rural isolation • Supporting arts and culture • Improving the environment and or helping climate change • Improvements to rural facilities WHO CAN APPLY • Town/ Parish Councils or constituted Parish meeting • Any constituted community/voluntary group working in the Harborough District • Registered charities • Schools with projects providing a demonstrable wider community benefit WHO CANNOT APPLY • Organisations which aim to distribute a profit • Individuals • Organisations promoting religious or political beliefs. However, places of worship are eligible where funding is for adaptation or improvement for community use Applications for the Community Grant Fund will be accepted until Friday 20 December 2019. Full details are available on the Harborough District Council website at www.harborough.gov.uk/community-grant-form
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UK homebuyers deterred from buying “characterless” new-builds NEW RESEARCH from FJP Investment has uncovered UK homebuyers’ sentiment towards new-builds. The independent survey of 1,000 homebuyers and property investors found: • 50% feel the UK’s new-builds are typically unattractive – even more (63%) consider them to be “devoid of character” • 67% believe too many new-builds are unaffordable, aimed at the top of the market • 57% dismiss buying newbuilds because they think they are located in inconvenient locations; 48% worry the infrastructure surrounding new-build developments is poor • However, despite these drawbacks, many homebuyers see positives in new-builds • 75% praise the modern facilities; • 70% say they are more energy efficient Prospective buyers are deterred from purchasing new-build homes in the UK because they are “unattractive” and “devoid of character”, new research by FJP Investment has found. The investment provider commissioned an independent survey of 1,000 UK-based homebuyers and property investors. It found half (50%) feel new-builds in the UK are usually unattractive, while even more (63%) consider them to be “devoid of character”. Two thirds (67%) of homebuyers criticised new-build properties for being too expensive, saying they feel developments are often aimed at the top end of the market. The average new-build property in the UK costs £290,176, 29% higher than the average price for existing properties (£224,729). FJP Investment’s study also showed concerns around newbuilds’ location and infrastructure – 57% of homebuyers say they are put off purchasing new-builds because they think they are located in inconvenient locations; 48% worry the infrastructure surrounding newbuild developments is poor. Furthermore, three-fifths (60%) worry new-build houses and flats are often finished to a poor standard, with poor workmanship resulting in underlying issues. However, despite clear concerns, the research revealed there is
still interest in new-builds, which do boast a range of benefits. In fact, 78% of respondents said they viewed one or more new-builds when purchasing their last property. Three quarters (75%) of homebuyers praise the modern facilities typically included in new-build developments, 70% say they like the fact the properties are more energy efficient. Around two thirds (64%) enjoy the lack of complications involved with previous owners. Homebuyers also called on the government to do more to boost the outlook for the new-build market; 67% want the Conservative Party to do more to support the construction of new-build development in high demand areas. The majority (64%) of respondents agreed that the shortage of available housing across the UK is one the country’s most pressing society issues at present. Government estimates acknowledge that approximately 300,000 new houses need to be built in Britain every year to account for the shortfall in suitable
housing. Jamie Johnson, CEO of FJP Investment, said: “There can be no denying the huge need for millions of new houses to be built across the UK. However, our research shows that we cannot fall into the trap of simply constructing properties of a poor quality, in undesirable locations or without also investing in local infrastructure. “Homebuyers are clearly keen to consider new-builds for their next purchase, but only if we can ensure the houses and flats are finished to a very high standard. What’s more, developers must focus on ways to inject character into projects, ensuring they feel less like a generic show home and more like a place that people will really want to live. “FJP Investment works with investors around the globe to raise development funding, which aids the construction of new-build properties in the UK. We understand the need for such developments to meet prospective buyers’ tastes and this new study underlines how we can ill-afford to ignore the sentiments of homebuyers.”
Mrs Stephanie Webster (c/o Agent: Andrew Vallis, 69 Evesham Road, Leicester LE3 2BE) – Two storey side extension and alterations to create 2 additional flats – at 6 Mill Lane, Enderby, Leicester LE19 4NW. Mr Matthew Haynes (c/o Agent: David M Haynes, 56 Leicester Road, Groby, Leicester LE6 0DQ) – Erection of 2 single storey buildings to form 2 office units – at Unit 5, Fernleigh Business Park, Blaby Road, Enderby Road, Leics. Mr Ranjan Gadhia (c/o Agent: Dennis Dziko, Volta Designs, 7175 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, London WC2H 9JQ) – Demolition of existing dwelling and erection of 3 dormer bungalows (Resubmission of application 18/0707/FUL) – at 53 Sports Road, Glenfield, Leicester LE3 8AN. Mr Orton (c/o Agent: ADM Surveyors) – Erection of 4 detached dwellings with associated access from Leicester Road, parking and amenity space – at land to the rear of 57 Leicester Road, Glen Parva, Leics. LE2 9HJ. Mr Utkarsh Thakkar (c/o Agent: Dennis Dziko, Volta Designs, 7175 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, London WC2H 9JQ) – Demolition of existing bungalow and erection of 3 detached dwellings – at 146 Dominion Road, Glenfield, Leicester LE3 8JA.
Oadby & Wigston Mr Leigh Tranter (c/o Agent: Philip Rowland, Landmark Planning Ltd, 10 Salisbury Road, Leicester LE1 7QR) – Prior notification application for change of use of light industrial building to 12 residential flats – at Tranter Fire & Security Systems Ltd, High Street, Oadby, Leicester LE2 5DE.
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Mr M Moti (c/o Agent: Mr J Hackman, The Drawing Room (Architects) Ltd, 130 Moat Street, Wigston, Leicester LE18 2GE) – Erection of 2 semi-detached dwellings and associated parking and landscaping (Revised Scheme) – at land to the side of Co-Operative Supermarket, Launceston Road, Wigston, Leicester LE18 2GL. Elizabeth Morton (c/o Agent: Mr W Bates, 451 London Road, Leicester LE2 3JW) – Proposed change of use from vacant hot food take-away and ancillary storage to 2 one-bedroom flats – at 1 Chapel Street, Oadby, Leicester LE2 5AD.
North West Leics. Lychgate Homes Ltd (c/o Agent: David Granger Design Ltd, The Old Cottage Hospital, Leicester Road, Ashby de la Zouch, Leics. LE65 1DB) – Erection of 7 dwellings including associated access and parking – at 115 Station Road, Hugglescote, Coalville, Leics. Unnamed Applicant (c/o Agent: Darren Venables, JLL, 45 Church Street, Birmingham B3 2RT) Part full / part outline planning application for the development of land, including the demolition of all existing on-site buildings and structures and levelling and re-grading of the site. Full consent sought for the construction of a Distribution Campus (Use Class B8), with ancillary offices (Use Class B1a), associated gatehouse and other ancillary uses, new electricity sub-station and new pumping station, creation of new accesses from the B5493, internal roadways, cycleways and footpaths, yard space, car parking and circulation, associated lighting and security measures, surface water attenuation and landscaping – at land At M42 Junction 11, Burton Road, Stretton En Le Field, Derby. Gylo Property Unit Trust (c/o Agent: Mrs Ruth Child, Q+A Planning Ltd, The Stables, Paradise Wharf, Ducie Street, Manchester M1 2JN) – Demolition of 3 units – at 50-60 Belvoir Shopping Centre, Coalville, Leics. LE67 3XB. Ms E M Lansdowne (c/o Agent: Graham Polley, Rosenthal, Architectural Services, 9 Buckingham Road, Coalville, Leics. LE67 4PB) – Erection of 2 detached dwellings, access road, associated garaging and parking – at land to the rear of 2 Forest Road, Coalville, Leics. LE67 3SH.
Sports and leisure specialists to discuss innovation in the industry
TECHNOLOGY and innovation will be the focus of one of De Montfort University’s key construction panel events this year at the Leicester Business Festival 2019. Discussing the importance of social investment in leisure centres, sports fields and university parks, industry experts will come together on Wednesday 6 November to talk about how technological advancement can facilitate community engagement around sports and leisure. will discuss the benefits of digital The breakfast event, which will recognition at reception and the use innovation in these facilities – from take place at Leicester Castle of QR codes in gym classes - is able interchangeable walls to artificial inBusiness School, will be part of the to change the way communities use annual two-week festival that intelligence (AI). these spaces and personalise each corporates hundreds of free busivisitor experience.” With millions of pounds currently ness workshops and events in and being invested into AI and other The event will take place in the around Leicester city centre. data tracking technologies, the Civil Court from 8.30-11am, breakaccessibility and maintenance of Helen Donnellan, director of fast will be available for attendees, sports and leisure facilities can now business engagement at DMU, said: alongside networking opportunities. be monitored without the need for “There is a huge amount of regeneration taking place in Leicestershire human input. This data is providing PLEASE NOTE that the time of experts with vital information about - especially in the sports and leisure the event has now been changed how these facilities are currently besector. from that in the Leicester Business ing used – and whether these uses Festival brochure – the panel was “From Parkwood Leisure centre in need to change to allow the industry originally arranged for the afternoon Broughton Astley to the expansion to progress. but has been moved to 8.30am. of Leicester City Football Club, the Helen said: “It’ll be great to hear sector is currently thriving in the For more information and to book our speakers discuss the effects of heart of the Midlands – with 3,995 a free ticket for the event, please this technology on the construction construction businesses currently visit the booking page and join in industry and how it’s changing the employing 20,525 local people.” the conversation on Twitter using growing market for sports and lei#LBF2019. Lead by a number of industry exsure. perts from LK2, Willmott Dixon For more information visit www. “Digital innovation - such as facial and Intelligent Play the panel leicesterbusinessfestival.com
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Cademan Development Ltd (c/o Agent: Martin Ladd, Housemartin Designs, The Carthouse, Charnells Court, Upper Fields Farm, Main Street, Swepstone, Leics. LE67 2SG) – Erection of 4 detached dwellings with associated access and carports – at land off Loughborough Road, Whitwick, Leics.
Rutland County Cecil Estate Family Trust (c/o Agent: Miss Philipa Bateman, Strutt & Parker, 5 South View, Tinwell Road, Stamford PE9 2JL) – New light industrial unit for B1 & B8 uses – at Tinwell Lodge Business Park, Steadfold Lane, Tinwell, Rutland. Mr Allen & Mr Moore (c/o Agent: Richard Cooper, HSSP Architects Ltd, Pera Business Park, Nottingham Road, Melton Mowbray, Leics. LE13 0PB) – New commercial development comprising industrial unit with retail sales element, vehicle showroom and 2 new office/hub buildi8ngs – at land at Hawksmead Business Park, North of Hackamore Way, Barleythorpe, Rutland.
Harborough District Bosworth Properties (c/o Agent: GHM Planning Ltd, 87 Park Road, Beeston, Nottingham NG19 4DE) – Prior approval for the proposed change of use of an agricultural building to 3 dwellinghouses – at Buildings and land, Walton Holt Farm, Bosworth Road, Walton, Leics. Mr & Mrs Morris (c/o Agent: Richard Palmer, HB Architects, The Old Telephone Exchange, Albert Street, Rugby CV21 2SA) – Erection of 6 dwellings – at land at Shawell Road, Swinford, Leics. Cropston Properties Ltd (c/o Agent: Eddie Stevenson, BHC, 72 Boston Road, Leicester LE4 1HB) – Demolition of existing buildings and erection of 6 dwellings – at Manor Works, Main Street, Fleckney, Leics. LE8 8AP. Mr R Pearson (c/o Agent: R C Hilliar, The Coach House, 4 Harborough Road, New Inn, Near Billesdon, Leics. LE7 9EL) – Erection of 2 dwellings (Resubmission of 18/01999/FUL) – at land to rear of 39, 41 & 43 North End, Hallaton, Leics.
Local academic awarded £100k to develop technologies that can ‘hear’ deterioration of buried infrastructures A LOUGHBOROUGH University academic has been awarded £100,000 to develop new systems that can ‘hear’ when the ground under building, transport and energy networks is starting to deteriorate. Dr Alister Smith, of the School of Architecture, Building and Civil Engineering, has been named as one of the winners of the sought-after Philip Leverhulme Prizes, which are given to researchers whose work has already attracted international recognition and whose future career is “exceptionally promising”. Dr Smith’s research is focused on developing new ways to make infrastructures more resilient and he is the Principal Investigator of an EPSRC (Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council)-funded research programme, titled Listening to Infrastructure (LTI). He will use the funding to build on LTI research, which is looking at enhancing acoustic emission monitoring systems – technology that can detect ground deterioration by picking up sounds caused by soil moving. Infrastructures and buildings are designed to rest on or in soil. However, soil behaviour is highly complex and its mechanical properties, such as strength, can change with time. This means structures buried underground and supported by soil that have been stable for a long time – such as building foundations, tunnels and dams – can begin to move and collapse many tens of years after construction without warning. Deterioration can have catastrophic economic, environmental and societal consequences, and the service of entire networks can be terminated. Recent examples of deteriorated infrastructures include the Whaley Bridge dam at Toddbrook Reservoir in Derbyshire and the deadly collapse of a mining dam in the Brazilian state of Minas Gerais. Existing infrastructure assets are rapidly deteriorating, the rate of which is accelerating with increasing pressures from climate change and population growth (e.g. flood levels, weight and frequency of trains).
Plan for development of land South of Station Road in Market Bosworth IN JULY 2019 Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council, St Peters Church and Market Bosworth Parish Council issued a statement confirming that there is a joint commitment to overseeing the development of land south of Station Road in Market Bosworth. As part of that commitment planning consultants, Birmingham-based Define have now been appointed to create an overall masterplan and development strategy for the site. The objective is a development of high quality design in keeping with the distinctiveness of the town, with affordable housing well integrated into the scheme, business units for existing and new companies and appropriate community facilities. The plan will be used to secure a developer to ensure completion of the scheme in the next five years. Bill Cullen, Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council Chief Executive said “We are pleased to be working in partnership with Market Bosworth Parish Council and St Mary’s Church in securing a high quality scheme for this proposed major development in Market Bosworth. We will be engaging with the local businesses over the next few weeks and will be publishing details of the consultation exercise planned for January in the near future.” The masterplan will go out for public consultation in January 2020 for four weeks and a public consultation event will be held in Market Bosworth during this period to explain the development options available. If you would like to be consulted on the Masterplan, please contact the Borough Council at planningpolicy@hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk or on Tel. 01455 255692.
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Mr Tim Neal (c/o Agent: Stephen Walton, 28 High Street, Belmont, Bolton BL7 8AF) – Erection of a single storey extension to cricket pavilion, installation of cladding to existing cricket pavilion to match the proposed extension and erection of an outfield electronic scoreboard – at Kibworth Cricket Club, Fleckney Road, Kibworth Beauchamp, Leics. LE8 0HW. Miss J Clarke (c/o: Jelson Ltd, 370 Loughborough Road, Leicester) – Erection of up to 20 dwellings (Reserved Matters) – at land east of Pincet Lane and Station Road junction, Pincent Lane, North Kilworth, Leics. Mr Richard King (c/o Agent: Mathew Bell, Staniforth Architects, The Warehouse, 1A Stamford Street, Leicester LE1 6NL) – Part demolition of an industrial shed and erection of a light industrial building comprising 8 units with parking and landscaping – at FCC Environment, Welham Lane, Great Bowden, Leics. LE16 7FN. Mr & Mrs Michael Mourant (c/o Agent: Richard Palmer, HB Architects, The Old Telephone Exchange, Albert Street, Rugby CV21 2SA) – Erection of 21 dwellings – at land adjacent to Meadowside, Rugby Road, Swinford, Leics. Helicentre Aviation Ltd (c/o Agent: Alex Browne, Langton Architecture, 9 Thornton Crescent, Church Langton, Market Harborough, Leics. LE16 7TA) – Erection of a single storey extension to existing offices, training facility and associated works – at The Helicentre, Leicester Airport, Gartree Road, Stoughton, Leicester LE2 2FG. Mr & Mrs P Gray (c/o Agent: Timothy Bale, JED Design, 23 Harborough Road, Desborough NN14 2QX) – Erection of 2 dwellings (Revised scheme of 17/02084/ FUL) – at 41 Main Street, Great Bowden, Leics. LE16 7HB.
Melton Borough Alison Warner (c/o Agent: Colin Wilkinson, Planit-X, 21 New Road, Burton Lazars, Melton Mowbray, Leics. LE14 2UU) – Erection of 4 dwellings and relocation of a children’s play area – at Field OS 8695, Brooksby Road, Hoby, Leics.
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Leicestershire & Rutland Construction Dinner 2019 Celebrates Craftsmanship THE LEICESTERSHIRE & Rutland Construction Dinner, recently held at College Court Conference Centre, Leicester, brought together talented contractors and construction professionals to celebrate the Leicestershire & Rutland Joint Consultative Committee, (LJCC), ‘Awards for Craftsmanship’.
The LJCC committee, comprises of local Architects, Surveyors, Building Contractors and Structural Engineers. The judges were overwhelmed by the high standard of entries received this year and acknowledged that all the schemes entered demonstrated construction skills at their very best. Eleven awards were given for projects, which demonstrated the highest level of craftsmanship, All awards were presented by Richard Beresford, CEO of the National Federation of Builders (NFB); these were given to: • Midland Stonemasonry Ltd for the stonework repairs to the south elevation of Leicester Cathedral including new fox and tiger grotesques, to the west and south west elevations. • Paul Knight & James Kearney Ltd for the restoration of stone quoins, cills and heads at Wyndham Lodge stables, Melton Mowbray. • Distinctive Developments Ltd for the boutique development of 3 detached homes at Glaston Gardens, Glaston, Rutland. The houses having been constructed in Clipsham limestone rubble with ashlar limestone quoins, stone cills, blue slate roofs and flush casement windows. • DTM Brickwork Masonry Contractor Ltd, received an individual award for the hand dressed limestone on the 3 detached houses at Glaston Gardens because the judges were particularly impressed by the artisan’s skill which showed off the high level of consistency and quality of their stonework. • Restoration and keeping historical traditions alive in building today, won an award for Petric Contracts Ltd for the conversion of four Grade 2 listed buildings, Castle View Properties for De Montfort University into offices and a Micro Pub for students and staff. • Westminster Building Company Ltd received high accolade from the judges for the high standard of craftsmanship and skill demonstrated in the complete refurbishment of three lecture theatres with I the George Porter Building at the University of Leicester. • Westminster Building Company Ltd also received a second award for the internal refurbishment and alterations to create a “Business Innovation Hub” within an Edwardian building owned by the University of Leicester. • Stepnells Ltd received two awards, for the refurbishment and part new build, West Walk, Leicester and two new riverside offices, Friar Mill, Leicester. • Waterfront House, the new offices of inspired the judges. An award for the whole project was presented to NMCN Plc as the main contractor. • The final award was presented to, Tony Morris (Builders) Ltd received high praise from the judging team for the stunning high quality refurbishment and remodelling of G Seller & Co Ltd Funeral Directors, Hinckley, the award received was for the whole project. Dr Margaret Bonney, a local historian, gave an engaging talk about the history of Knighton, recalling the quality of building design and the craftsmanship of yesteryear: where the ‘Suburbs meet Utopia – Knighton before 1940’. This year’s chosen charity was the Diana Children’s Community Service; a charity that supports families with children who have a life-limiting illness. Palliative care lead nurse, Julie Potts, and operational team lead, Corinne Hutton were invited to speak at the dinner, and outlined the team’s specialist, holistic approach and the impact it has on families at the most difficult time in their lives. The evenings raffle raised £1,400.00 for the charity and Julie and Corinne were presented with a cheque from Mike Coles, Chair of the Local Joint Consultative Committee. (See right).All the 2019 winning projects can be viewed on the LJCC website: www.leicsljcc.org.uk. Past President and an Honouree Life Member of the NFB, Andrew Oldershaw and his wife Carolyn, hosted the evening.
Mrs Katy Falls (c/o Barratt Homes, 2 Horizon Place, Nottingham Business Park, Nottingham NG8 6PY) - Reserved Matters Application for 239 units (Phase 1 of the wider approved development) including details of appearance, landscaping, layout, and scale of development – land OS 0066, Off Kirby Lane, Eye Kettleby, Leics. Mr Pritesh Patelera (c/o Agent: Hayward McMullan Architects Ltd, 67 Burton Road, Melton Mowbray, Leics. LE13 1DL) – Conversion of existing offices into 2 apartments – at Young Swistak Solicitors, 56 Nottingham Street, Melton Mowbray, Leics. LE13 1NW. Mr Karl Watson (c/o Agent: Ian Lowe, HSSP Architects Ltd, Pera Business Park, Nottingham Road, Melton Mowbray, Leics. LE13 0PB) – Development of 8 one and a half storey dwellings – at land adjacent to 7 Ashby Road, Gaddesby, Leics. Mr Waters (c/o Agent: Simon Henderson, Pelham Architects, 12-14 Pelham Road, Sherwood Rise, Nottingham NG5 1AP) – Construction of 10 dwellings – at Field OS 7858, Melton Road, Long Clawson, Leics. Mr Thomas Murray (c/o Agent: James Cann, Planning Direct, 44 Felaw Street, Unit 3.11, Ipswich IP2 8SJ) – Outline planning application for the erection of up to 6 dwellings and garages – at land east side of Stathern Road, Eastwell, Leics. The Honourable RRG Yerbugh (c/o Agent: Ross Thain Architects, 20 Belton Street, Stamford PE9 2EF) – Retention of the primary structure and infilling of walls, etc. to create 5 dwellings – at Woodbine Farm, Main Road, Wyfordby, Leics. LE14 4RY.
Hinckley & Bosworth Antoinette Bouwens (c/o Agent: Edward So, YMD Boon Ltd, 6B Anson House, Compass Point, Market Harborough, Leics. LE16 9HW) – Erection of 3 replacement modular classroom buildings and one additional modular classroom building – at St Martins Catholic Voluntary Academy, Convent Drive, Stoke Golding, Nuneaton, Warks. CV13 6JF.
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People in Loughborough urged to back new #MyTown campaign PEOPLE IN Loughborough have the chance to write the next chapter for their town thanks to a new campaign launched by Communities and Local Government Secretary Rt Hon Robert Jenrick MP. The #MyTown campaign gives people a say in how a new generation of Town Deals each worth up to £25 million, should transform the place they call home. It also provides a platform for communities to share their proud history and ambitions for a bright future. People will be able to share their views on a new dedicated Facebook page and on Twitter through #MyTown. The campaign builds on the Government’s announcement of Loughborough as one of the places chosen to pioneer multi-million Town Deals as part of the £3.6 billion Towns Fund. Communities and Local Government Secretary, Rt Hon Robert Jenrick MP who is also the Government’s Midlands Engine
Champion said: “Too many towns feel neglected by Westminster politicians. This government is committed to levelling up all parts of the country. “That’s why we’re investing up to £25 million in 100 towns across the country. And I want local people to determine how that money is spent.” Minister for the Northern Powerhouse and Local Growth, Rt Hon Jake Berry MP said: “We are going further than any government before to level up every corner of our country. “With our new £3.6 billion Towns Fund, we’re ramping up efforts to
give local people power and money to decide what is best for their town. “If you live in Loughborough, getting involved in the My Town campaign is your chance to decide where this major investment should go.” A total of 45 places across the Northern Powerhouse and 30 places across the Midlands Engine are among the 100 places invited to develop ambitious plans to transform towns across England as part of the Government’s commitment to level up all regions. Communities, businesses and local leaders will now join forces to draw up ambitious plans to transform their town’s economic growth prospects with a focus on improved transport, broadband connectivity, skills and culture. Details, support and guidance to the 100 places to kick-start the process for preparing for a Town Deal will be announced shortly. In due course the Government will also announce details of a competition for further towns beyond the initial 100 to develop plans for their own Town Deals.
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Gladman (c/o: Gladman House, Alexandria Way, Congleton CW12 1LB) - Residential development for up to 176 dwellings with public open space, landscaping and sustainable drainage systems – at land south of Cunnery Close, Barlestone, Leics. Dr & Mrs S Ahmed (c/o Agent: Mr Anjum Mehmood, Anjum Design Ltd, 435 Stratford Road, Solihull B90 4AA) – Change of use and conversion of factory building including three storey side extensions and alterations to elevations to form 35 residential apartments – at Essentia House, 56 Upper Bond Street, Hinckley, Leics. LE10 1RS. Mr Mathew Smith (c/o Agent: David Pattison, DPM (Design Project Management) Services Ltd, 9 Marlborough Way, Ashby de la Zouch, Leics. LE65 2NN) – Erection of industrial unit and change of use of land to south of existing building to provide additional parking – at Saunt Bros. Transport, Broad Lane, Stanton under Bardon, Leics. LE67 9TB. Punch Partnerships (PTL) Ltd (c/o Agent: Mrs Alison Cook, Rickett, 2nd Floor, 168 Parade, Leamington Spa, Warks. CV32 4AE) – Partial Demolition and change of use of existing building to 2 dwellings plus 4 new dwellings to the rear – at 34 Windsor Street, Burbage, Hinckley, Leics. LE10 2EF. GWH Architects (c/o Agent: Paul Thurlby, Gordon White & Hood, Unit 4b, Fir Tree Lane, Groby, Leicester LE6 0FH) – Demolition of an existing garage and construction of 2 residential dwellings sited in the rear garden – at 14 Station Road, Ratby, Leicester LE6 0JN. Mr & Mrs Henry (c/o Agent: Tony Masic, ADM Surveyors Ltd, Suite 1, Rosehill, 165 Lutterworth Road, Blaby, Leicester LE8 4DX) – Erection of 2 dwellings – at Brookvale Cottages, Ratby Road, Groby, Leicester.
Mates in Mind calls on industry leaders and government to take immediate action to improve workplace mental health A RECENT survey conducted by UK Construction Week, with support from Mates in Mind charity, has found that six out of 10 workers in construction have suffered mental ill-health because of their work. Mates in Mind is now calling on industry leaders and government to be more considered and consistent if they want to achieve meaningful improvement within the workplace. This has never been more important in the fight to address the high rate of suicide within the UK construction industry. Construction is a sector in which the impacts of mental ill-health and suicide are particularly prominent, with alarming reports showing that within the industry, two workers take their own life every working day. Thursday 10 October is World Mental Health Day, an internationally recognised day in which organisations and individuals come together to break the silence surrounding mental ill-health. This year’s theme focuses on suicide prevention. According to The Office of National Statistics, in 2018 there was a rise in the number of deaths by suicide with 6,507 recorded - the highest level since 2002. James Rudoni, Managing Director, Mates in Mind said: “We are deeply concerned to see a rise in this figure, despite the attention that has been given to suicide prevention and increased awareness of mental health in recent years. “The work that Mates in Mind is doing to further raise awareness, address the stigma and improve mental wellbeing throughout workplaces across construction and associated industries, continues unabated. And over the last three years, this interest hasn’t dropped off, in fact just the opposite. “A significant part of the work that we do is to provide real understanding and clarity around the issue of mental health. Signposting and supporting organisations to deliver the right support for their workforce. It is vital that organisations realise that this requires them to listen, encourage and support employees, rather than simply running short-term awareness campaign or one-off training. “We are seeing the evidence from an increasing number of our Supporter organisations that taking a ‘whole organisation’ approach is having both quantifiable and qualitative impact. Amongst the benefits we are witnessing are improved sickness absence rates, improved staff retention rates and more engaged workforces. For example, in the last two years, Tideway has reported a twelve per cent rise in the number of staff who felt that they could approach their boss with a mental health problem – up from 64% in 2017 to 76% in 2018. A similar increase was reported in RSE Building Services, an SME firm, where they reported a nine per cent rise in staff feeling supported in relation to mental health – up from 66% in 2018 to 75% in 2019. “It is important to create space to talk about mental health at work, and through improved awareness, increase individual’s understandings of how and where they can get support. That is why we are so pleased to be a partner supporting Public Health England’s campaign Every Mind Matters – enabling individuals to understand and better manage their own mental health. But the fact remains, employers, must do more to ensure that the environments in which their workers are operating are improved to sustain an individual’s mental wellbeing, and in turn their businesses overall.”
Kullar (c/o Agent: Design Studio Architects Ltd, 7 Upper King Street, Leicester LE1 6XB) – Conversion of attic space into 4 new apartments – at 8A Station Road, Hinckley, Leics. LE10 1AW. Druck Ltd (c/o Agent: Darren Insley, DCI Architecture Ltd, The Rural Design Office, Barns Heath Farm, Snarestone Road, Appleby Magna DE12 7AJ) – Proposed storage building – at Unit A, GE Sensing, Fir Tree Lane, Groby, Leicester LE6 0FH. Halborg Ltd (c/o Agent: Christopher Woods, BRP Architects, 1 Millers Yard, Roman Way, Market Harborough, Leics. LE16 7PW) – Two storey and single storey extension to side of existing dwelling and the erection of 2 semi-detached dwellings (Resubmission of planning application 16/00845/FUL) – at Moorbeck, 7 Butt Lane Close, Hinckley, Leics. LE10 1LF.
Rushcliffe Wilford Lane Developments (c/o Agent: Paul Brailsford, Freeths LLP, Cumberland Court, 80 Mount Street, Nottingham NG1 6HH) – Redevelopment to provide retail, café/restaurant and gymnasium uses – at land on Wilford Lane, West Bridgford, Nottinghamshire. Land Designation Ltd (c/o Agent: Paul Booth, AAH Planning Consultants, 2 Bar Lane, York YO1 6JU) – Residential development of up to 101 dwellings (Resubmission) – at land west of Field End Close, East Leake, Nottinghamshire. Rushcliffe Borough Council (c/o Agent: Allan Joyce Architects Ltd, 16-20 Bath Street, Nottingham NG1 1DF) – Construction of 4 replacement retail units following demolition of existing run of retail units approved under prior approval 19/01047/DEMOL, with associated access, parking and landscaping – at Cotgrave Shopping Centre, Candleby Lane, Cotgrave, Nottinghamshire.
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Persimmon Homes ‘Building Futures’
Leicester groups win in £1m giveaway A SCHOOL in Desford and a Leicester based charity have both scooped a £5,000 cash award as part of a leading housebuilder’s hugely successful charity campaign supporting under-18s. Persimmon Homes has handed out more than £1,000,000 in cash prizes to organisations across England, Scotland and Wales as a part of its Building Futures campaign, supporting three categories, sport, education & arts and health. Bosworth Academy and The Spark Arts for Children both represented Persimmon Homes North Midlands. Bosworth Academy will use the money towards the installation of a much-needed, new artificial grass pitch that will serve as a training and match venue so that we can continue to serve the needs of the local communities. The Spark Arts offers children opportunities to immerse themselves in the arts by experiencing a range of high-quality work that inspires, empowers and educates. With this funding, the charity would like to extend its festival into two communities in Leicester – Braunstone and Belgrave. Derbyshire based CHICKS also represented the North Midlands region and received £5,000. Persimmon Homes congratulated 96 organisations for getting to the final stage of its Building Futures competition. During a gala dinner, three finalists were each awarded the top prize of £100,000, three the second prize of £50,000 and three the third prize of £20,000. The remaining 87 finalists were handed £5,000 each.
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Dragon’s Den star Hilary Devey sells Leicestershire logistics brand PALL-EX, the Leicestershire-based logistics brand, is preparing for a new chapter in its 23-year history as founder, owner, chairwomen and Dragon’s Den star Hilary Devey CBE has agreed to sell Pall-Ex Group to its network membership and management. The acquisition, believed to be the first of its kind, will offer the UK and European members an opportunity to be involved in the development of the No.1 network for quality. The management team have also committed to shares within the company with share ownership being made available to the entire UK membership and its international partners. David Fairbrother of ADD Express Limited, Maggie Larimore of PMB Pallets Limited and Craig Stevens of STD Developments Limited, who have all known and worked with Hilary Devey for over twenty years, negotiated the transaction alongside Kevin Buchanan, Group Managing Director of Pall-Ex. Devey, who started Pall-Ex in 1996, has decided to step away from the day-to-day running of the business after almost twenty-five years, her continuing wish is to see the company grow and thrive. She will continue to work with the new owners in an ambassador role to help develop their International services and European partner development.
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DMH STALLARD Has the construction ADVISE ON industry been affected by Brexit’s “creeping paralysis”? ‘MAJOR REGIONAL
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THE VALUE of all construction contract awards in September 2019 was £4.7 billion based on a three-month rolling average, which is a decrease of 2.5% on August, and a decrease of 15.6% when compared to September 2018. Both the number of contract awards and the values have dropped in August and September. June and July were both positive months, but saw values held up by a few big-ticket projects. The total number of contract awards in September was 706, which is 6.1% lower than August and 30.2% lower than July 2019. The latest edition of the Economic & Construction Market Review from industry analysts Barbour ABI, highlights levels of construction contract values awarded across Great Britain. The recent decline in project awards points towards a cautious industry waiting for the Brexit deadline of the 31st October to determine its future planning.
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THE 7-ACRE site comprises a number of existing buildings including the main U-shaped school building as well as a number of smaller outbuildings/classrooms and general areas of hardstanding. Planning policy supports the prospect of partial residential development on the site and an architect’s massing exercise has been undertaken which shows a possible density of over 30 dwellings which could be accommodated on the previously developed land area. For more information, or to arrange a viewing, contact Tim Mather at Knight Frank on 0113 297 1840 or visit www.knightfrank.co.uk
The two largest project awards in September were both publicly funded road developments awarded by Highways England. In the South West, this was the dualling of the A303 between Sparkford and Ilchester in Somerset and in the East of England, improvements to the A47 including the provision of a dual carriageway between North Tuddenham and Easton in Norwich. Rebecca Larkin, Senior Economist at the Construction Products Association commented, “The impacts are most striking in privatelyfinanced construction, where a lack of commercial projects in the top ten highlights how the current political and economic uncertainty is stifling business and investor confidence and reducing the pipeline of offices and retail developments across Great Britain.” Commenting on the figures, Tom Hall, Chief Economist at Barbour ABI and AMA Research said, “This week has seen intense political debate in Parliament following the announcement that the UK Government and the EU have agreed upon a Brexit deal. With no clear decision on Brexit, this is inevitably impacting the construction industry, while uncertainty remains, so will caution.” Download the full report here: http://ubm.io/2FRLrwm
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LEADING south east law firm DMH Stallard has advised Chandlers Building Supplies Limited on their transaction with Cairngorm Capital resulting in Chandlers merging with Parker Building Supplies Limited. With combined revenues of £180 million and over 750 employees, the merger creates one of the largest independent building suppliers in the UK. Headquartered in Ringmer, East Sussex and privately owned, Chandlers was established in 1993 and has 14 branches across the south east and the West Midlands. Helen Mead, Partner at DMH Stallard, led the team advising Chandlers. Tom Watkins (Partner, Property) and Kate Norgett (Partner, Corporate) assisted on the transaction. Helen said: “This is a major regional transaction that creates a real powerhouse in the building supplies sector. “Chandlers has been a longstanding client of mine for many years and has grown to become a fantastic south east business, employing over 230 people. “The merger with Parker Building Supplies will give these dynamic businesses the strategic platform for even greater growth and development.” Parker Building Supplies is also based in East Sussex and boasts 24 branches serving Surrey, Sussex and Kent, over 500 employees and combined revenues of £120 million. Financial advice on the merger was provided by Kirsty Sandwell and David Rowlinson of RSM Corporate Finance.
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Maxi Readymix Concrete Limited sold to Aggregate Industries MAXI property development and investment group of companies owned by Jim Abraham has successfully completed the sale of Maxi Readymix Concrete Limited, based on the Enderby Road Industrial Estate, Leicester, to Aggregate Industries, a member of the LafargeHolcim group. Maxi Readymix Concrete Limited was founded in October 2014 and throughout the years has made a considerable investment in a technically advanced concrete production facility and customer focused delivery systems. This approach allowed the company to quickly establish a solid reputation for high quality readymix concrete and great customer service. However, having considered the dynamic expansion plans for Maxi Readymix Concrete Limited we have decided to sell the business to Aggregate Industries, a company which shares our vision and has a similar approach to the readymix sector. James Abraham will continue to lead Maxi Readymix, in order to progress the development plans. I would personally like to thank all the staff of Maxi Readymix for all their hard work and look forward to seeing the business continue to grow.
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New Lubbesthorpe scoops Overall Winner at RTPI East Midlands Planning Awards Mr Robert Allen (c/o Agent: Alison Dudley, Zenith Planning & Design, 38 Greenhills Road, Eastwood, Nottinghamshire NG16 3DG) – Change of use of buildings to 5 flats and alterations including partial demolition of existing extension and erection of two storey and single storey extensions – at Allen Vending Supplies Ltd, 27 High Street, Ruddington, Nottinghamshire NG11 6DW. Unnamed Applicant (c/o Agent: Savills, 2 Kingsway, Cardiff CF10 3FD) – Request for EIA screening opinion for the proposed redevelopment of the main (Peter Taylor) stand, including demolition of existing buildings and structures, new public realm and associated works and enabling development comprising up to 250 residential units, car parking, landscaping and associated works – at Nottingham Forest Football Club, City Ground, Pavilion Road, West Bridgford, Nottinghamshire NG2 5FJ. Mr Rob Lowe (c/o Agent: Anthony Northcote, TownPlanning.co.uk, South View, 16 Hounsfield Way, Sutton on Trent, Newark, Nottinghamshire NG23 6PX) – Conversion of existing agricultural building and creation of new building to form dwelling (Resubmission) – at Farmyard to south of St Helens Church, Vicarage Lane, Kneeton, Notts. Mr & Mrs Lee (c/o Agent: Peter Prescott, PP Building Design Ltd, The Old Court House, Church Street, Bingham, Nottinghamshire NG13 8AL) – Demolition of existing dwelling and outbuildings and construction of one two storey house and one bungalow (Resubmission) – at 12 Cliff Drive, Radcliffe on Trent, Nottinghamshire NG12 1AX. Mr Gohill (c/o Agent: Andrew Gray, Aitchison Raffety, The Granary, Spring Hill Office Park, Harborough Road, Pitsford, Northampton NN6 9AA) – Change of use from car repair workshop, retail unit and residential accommodation, to café and residential. Demolition of single storey rear addition to existing retail/residential building, and single storey and two-storey flat roof section to commercial garage. Erection of 2 two storey detached dwellings to rear – at 28 Main Street, East Leake, Nottinghamshire LE12 6PG.
NEW LUBBESTHORPE, Leicester’s “pioneering urban community,” has secured a double award win for Blaby District Council at the RTPI East Midlands Awards for Planning Excellence 2019. The wins – Overall Winner and Best Housing Delivery – celebrate a successful ongoing collaboration between the District Council and private landowners the Drummond Estate, represented by development agents Mather Jamie. The awards were held at The Roundhouse in Derby on Thursday 26th September and were attended by several members of Blaby District Council, including Strategic Director John Richardson. Mather Jamie Director Martin Ward, who represents the Drummond Estate, said: “New Lubbesthorpe is one of the few approved urban extensions in the East Midlands to begin delivering a substantial amount of much-needed new housing. “Blaby District Council’s well-deserved success at this year’s RTPI East Midlands Planning Awards reflects the remarkably productive relationship between several public and private stakeholders, principally Blaby District Council, Leicestershire County Council and my client, the Drummond Estate.” The concept of New Lubbesthorpe was initiated by the Drummond Trustees, who worked with Blaby District Council and Leicestershire County Council to create plans for the community which were approved in 2014. Mather Jamie has been working with local authorities and developers on behalf of the Drummond Estate for over 10 years to help bring the sustainable urban development, which once complete will feature 4,250 new homes, from dream to reality. New Lubbesthorpe is providing a broad range of homes of various types, sizes and tenures, from starter homes for people stepping onto the housing ladder to family-sized properties and smaller residences for those looking to downsize or retire. The community is 20 minutes from Leicester city centre, and will deliver 325 acres of woodland and green spaces. It is situated between Leicester Forest East and Enderby. Thousands of new jobs are also being created, with a new business area at Leicester Commercial Park and a business village near the M1 Bridge Gateway in the pipeline. New Lubbesthorpe Primary School opened earlier this month and two further schools, a primary and a secondary, are also being built in the development. New homes are currently available at New Lubbesthorpe from Barratt Homes, David Wilson Homes and Davidsons Homes, with 163 new Redrow homes becoming available from spring 2020.
Aggregate Industries urges prioritising mental health following startling new statistics ON THIS YEAR’S World Mental Health Day, leading construction materials supplier Aggregate Industries emphasised the importance of prioritising employee mental health and wellbeing amid startling new statistics on the issue. First conceived in 1992 by the World Federation for Mental Health, World Mental Health Day is an annual opportunity for all people, of all industries and walks of life, to raise awareness of mental health issues and advocate against social stigma. The remit is to create a unifying, global community helping to empower the millions of people suffering with mental health issues around the globe. At the same time, the construction industry has traditionally been
an industry where stress and associated mental health struggles aren’t effectively understood or addressed. It was recently estimated that more than one construction worker a day takes their own life: three times the average UK rate for men - typically due to issues of anxiety, stress and depression rather than the associated on-the-job physical dangers. In 2014 Aggregate Industries introduced Healthy You, a programme aimed at establishing a greater connection with employees and helping to educate them on the benefits of a healthy lifestyle. As part of the scheme, the company runs mental health awareness campaigns, talks on mindfulness, and employees are sharing their own personal stories regarding mental health. It also has over 120 trained Mental Health First Aiders distributed
throughout its sites; a network of colleagues who are there for employees to offload, and are able to guide them towards professional help where required. Aggregate Industries employees can also contact a designated Employee Assistance Programme, where anything from workload issues to mental health concerns can be discussed with absolute discretion and impartiality. It has also provided managers across the business with training and information to help them identify the symptoms of depression and stress and help to support employees exhibiting these types of issues by providing support to those affected. For further information please visit www.aggregate.com
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New leisure centre given green light
Artist’s Impression of the New Coalville Leisure Centre in Its Parkland Setting A NEW, STATE of the art leisure centre in Coalville was given the green light in October when it received planning permission. North West Leicestershire District Council’s (NWLDC) Planning Committee approved the application to build the £22 million facility on land off Stephenson Way. In a partnership between NWLDC and Everyone Active, the leisure operator will build and operate the new leisure centre, whilst the council will own the building. The new facility will replace Hermitage Leisure Centre, which will stay open until the new one is ready. Work will start on the new leisure centre in January 2020, with the build taking around 18 months. Described as a ‘parkland destination centre’, the new Coalville Leisure Centre will reflect its woodland setting in the National Forest, with impressive wooden beams swooping down over the pool area and a large glass front playing host to the reception area and café. A trim trail, natural play spaces and a cycle track will be featured in the grounds around the centre.
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AUCTIONS New Great Central Square November 2019
Wednesday 20th November 2019 KAL SANGRA SHONKI BROTHERS Leicester Racecourse, Oadby, Leicester LE2 4AL 5pm start Tel: 0116 254 3373 www.shonkibrothers.com
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Wardell Armstrong (c/o: Sir Henry Doulton House, Forge Lane, Etruria, Stoke on Trent ST1 5BD) – Application for land off Phoenix Parkway to provide an engineered development platform, and outline application for the development of an employment park comprising up to 43,000 sq.metres of B2 use – at Storefield Group Ltd, Land off Napier Road, Corby, Northamptonshire.
Wednesday 20th November 2019 JH Walter Doubletree by Hilton Hotel, Brayford Wharf North, Lincoln LN1 1YW Tel: 01522 526526 Thursday 21st November 2019 SDL AUCTIONS Nottingham Racecourse, Colwick Park, Nottingham NG2 4BE 11.30am start Tel: 0115 958 8702 www.sdlauctions.co.uk Thursday 21st November 2019 LOVEITTS Village Urban Resort Hotel, Canley, Coventry CV4 9GZ 6.30pm start Tel: 024 7652 7789 www.loveitts.co.uk
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Building plot off Leicester Road, Thurcaston, Leics. LE7 7JH
EXCLUSIVE residential development site with outline planning (ref: P/18/1241/2) for one dwelling. The 0.816 acre plot has a wide variety of mature trees and grassland and adjoins the Rothley Brook. Guide Price: £325,000. For more information, or to arrange a viewing, contact Andrew Granger & Co on 0116 242 9922 or visit www.andrewgranger.co.uk
Corby Borough
THE 33,000 square foot flagship commercial building at the heart of Leicester’s rapidly developing Great Central Square is to host the launch event of the Leicester Business Festival. Construction work on the five-storey No.1 Great Central Square has completed eight weeks ahead of schedule. Main contractor Morgan Sindall Construction has worked closely with the developer behind the landmark scheme, Charles Street Buildings, and the festival organisers, to facilitate the launch event. Now in its fifth year, the annual, two-week festival attracts more than 7,000 visitors to the city. A programme of 115 events aimed at the business community and potential investors, will cover everything from digital readiness and export strategies, to real estate investment opportunities. Occupier interest in the striking Grade A office building is already healthy and expected to intensify as the wider £50 million mixed-use development nears completion.
More than £640,000 given out to Harborough projects A DIVERSE range of community projects have received a welcome financial boost – totalling more than £640,000 – thanks to Harborough District Council. Harborough District Council agreed, on 3 October 2019, to allocate the funding to a number of exciting projects across the district. The projects are benefiting from Section 106 money which is provided by developers for community projects and social infrastructure in locations where development has taken place. Those projects which have successfully applied for funding are: • Robert Smyth Academy – £370,000 for a full size floodlit artificial grass pitch for the Market Harborough Hockey Club and other sports. • Lutterworth Tennis Club – £120,000 for a new Tennis Dome to cover two courts to provide all year round tennis • Broughton Astley Parish Council – £50,141 towards the major new leisure centre facility • Fleckney Village Hall – £48,555 for the full re-model and refurbishment of washroom facilities • Houghton Bowls Club - £37,000 for the renovation and extension of the bowling green .Michael rickman • Kibworth Joint Recreational Committee – £18,750 for the replacement of current, run-down fencing with steel railings and gates including new seating areas and bike racks. Councillor Michael Rickman, Harborough District Council’s Cabinet member for communities, said: “This is another significant amount of money which will make a huge positive impact on local projects with benefits to residents across the whole of the district. Since 2015 we have allocated approximately £1.6m from Section 106 grants; this round takes it to over £2million – with much more to come.”
Miss Jean Wright (c/o Agent: Lee Staniforth, Staniforth Architects, The Warehouse, 1a Stamford Street, Leicester LE1 6NL) – Erection of 2 detached four bedroom properties, and double garages for each property – at Longbridge, 1 Ashley Road, Middleton, Market Harborough, Leicestershire LE16 8YP.
Rugby Borough AMT Land Investments Ltd (c/o Agent: Dill Sidhu, Bilton Architectural Services Ltd, The Coach House, Merttens Drive, Rugby, CV22 7AE) – Change of use from D1 use to 8 residential apartments – at 2A Lower Hillmorton Road, Rugby CV21 3SU. Sylvester Estates Ltd (c/o: Langton House, 208 Hillmorton Road, Rugby, Warks. CV22 5BB) – Demolition of 15 Bilton Lane, Dunchurch and erection of 6 detached houses with double garages – on land to rear of 11, 13 & 17 Bilton Lane, Dunchurch and all of land at 15 Bilton Lane, Dunchurch, Rugby, Warks. CV22 6PY. Mr R Pettifer (c/o Agent: Philip Baumber Architectural Services, 50 Radmore Road, Hinckley, Leics. LE1 0RQ ) – Demolition of the existing dwelling and erection of 4 detached dwellings – at Maranatha, Coventry Road, Cawston, Rugby CV22 7RY. Dandom Properties Ltd (c/o Agent: Mrs Walker, Chapman Design LLP, Lelleford House, Coventry Road, Rugby CV23 9DT) – Proposed 12 new build flats – at 321 Hillmorton Road, Rugby CV22 5EZ.
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Historic turret gateway no longer ‘at risk’ after restoration ONE of Leicester’s most historic ancient monuments is no longer deemed to be at risk, following the completion of a major programme of works funded by Leicester City Council. The Turret Gateway in Castle View was added to Historic England’s ‘Heritage at Risk’ register in 2017, following concerns about its condition. But, after a £138,000 scheme of essential repairs and careful restoration, the gateway will no longer feature on the ‘at risk’ list, when Historic England’s new register is published next month. Last autumn, the 15th century gateway was shrouded in scaffolding while work got under way to replace its slate roof, repair its metal grilles and replace masonry that had eroded over time. The city council’s contractors - conservation specialists, Messenger, worked under the supervision of Historic England to carry out the works on the Grade I listed building. The Turret Gateway was built in 1422-23 and was the main gateway to the inner bailey of Leicester Castle from the Newarke.
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Plot for a bungalow at 2 Springfield Close, Kibworth, Leics.
Work begins on new Leicester city centre student accommodation
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House requiring full upgrading at 71 St. Marys Way, Hucknall, Nottingham, NG15 7DL
Planning consent (ref: 18/00677/ NMA) granted for a substantial bungalow measuring 94.5 sq.metres. Offers in excess of £125,000 invited. For more information, or to arrange a viewing, contact Henderson Connellan Estate Agents on 01858, 410400 or email: marketharboroughsales@ hendersonconnellan.co.uk
Site for 10 apartments at Heath End Road, Nuneaton, Warks. CV10 7JB
AN EXISTING four-bed bungalow on a site of 0.29 acres with planning consent (ref: 034568) for demolition of the bungalow and erection of 10 apartments in two blocks. Asking price: £350,000. For more information, or to arrange a viewing, contact Loveitts on 024 7622 8111 or visit www.loveitts. co.uk
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L-R: Nick Banks, nmcn, and Keith Dean, Tiger Developments. TIGER DEVELOPMENTS and nmcn have begun work on the construction of 125 new homes in Leicester city centre for students at DeMontfort and University of Leicester. A groundbreaking ceremony was held by Tiger Developments and the construction company nmcn to celebrate the start of the scheme in Castle Street, which will see the demolition of the existing two storey, 1960s office block to be replaced by a part 3 part 4 and part 5 storey building, housing 125 student bedrooms across 20 cluster flats and 3 one-bedroom studio flats. The development, which was granted planning permission by Leicester City Council in November 2018, is the second purpose built student accommodation development Tiger Developments and nmcn have worked on together in Leicester, the first being the refurbishment and extension of ‘The Glassworks’ on Newarke Street, which opened in September 2016, creating 398 student bedrooms. As with ‘The Glassworks’ the new Castle Street flats will be operated and managed by Tiger Developments associated company Host, an awardwinning student accommodation developer and operational asset manager, specialising in purpose built, high quality, affordable student housing throughout the UK. Keith Dean, Senior Development Manager at Tiger Developments, said: “This is a great opportunity to regenerate this part of Leicester City Centre, replacing a largely empty office block with secure, modern and much needed homes for students, many of whom will be living away from home for the first time. “We are delighted to be delivering our second major development in Leicester, which is one of the UK’s most diverse cities and has a thriving international student community.”
Plans approved for huge development on old Hinckley Leisure Centre site PLANS FOR two four-storey blocks of 33 flats and seven houses on the former leisure centre site in Hinckley have been approved. The Hinckley Square development off Coventry Road will include 154 parking spaces and three electric charging points. There will be 15 affordable one-bedroom flats, along with 48 two-bedroom units and three with three bedrooms. Each block will feature undercroft parking and a further 13 spaces will be provided next to the block to the east of the complex. Vehicles will access the site via Marchant Road and Trinity Vicarage Road. Green 4 Architects held a consultation event in the town shortly before the amended plans came before the planning committee at Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council.
Guide price: £75,000+ For sale BY AUCTION on 21st November 2019 at Nottingham Racecourse, Colwick Park, Nottingham NG2 4BE – 11.30 am start. For more information, or to arrange a viewing, contact SDL Auctions on 0800 304 7879 or email: enquiries@sdlauctions.co.uk
Development site at Meadow View, Welford Road, Knaptoft, Lutterworth, Leics.
THE 3.87 ACRE site has been occupied by farm buildings until recently, together with the Grade II Listed remains of Knaptoft Hall and the present farm house, as well as a former farm worker’s dwelling, workshop and stores. RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT SITE, ‘MEADOW VIEW’, KNAPTOFT, LUTTERWORTH
Most of the farm buildings will have been removed or demolished except those that are the subject of conversion or refurbishment. The site has planning permission for 13 dwellings. Price from £2,400,000. For more information, or to arrange a viewing, contact Andrew Cowling at King West on 01858 435977.
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Bloor director Michele takes on wing walk for charity A SALES DIRECTOR for a national housebuilder left the ground behind when she tackled a wing walk to raise money for a local charity that is close to her heart. Dare-devil Michele Rose, who works for Bloor Homes Midlands, took on the challenge in memory of her friend, Sally Taylor, who lost her 17-year battle with mouth cancer in July this year. Michele explains: “Sally was so strong throughout her diagnosis and subsequent treatments, right up to the end, so I was determined to be brave myself and take on a really big, scary challenge. She was a wonderful friend to me, so loyal and supportive, particularly when I went through my own cancer journey 16 years ago. “In her last few weeks, Sally was looked after so brilliantly by the team at the Primrose Hospice in Bromsgrove. I can’t do anything more to help Sally, but it’s a great comfort to know that the money I raise for the Primrose Hospice will help others that need their care and support. A big thank you to everyone who has sponsored me so far.” The hospice provides support and care to patients with life-limiting illnesses and their families across the north east Worcestershire area. As an independent charity, they rely solely on support and donations from the local community. Every year they must raise a staggering £1.75 million to continue to provide the services they offer. Michele continues: “I’ve always wanted to do a wing walk, but never had the nerve to see it through. Sally’s experience was the nudge I needed to give it a go and I’m so glad I did! “We took off from RFC Rendcomb Airfield in Cirencester with me strapped
to the top of a Boeing Stearman biplane flown by one of the wonderful wing walking display pilots. The sense of freedom and exhilaration as you fly through the air and take in the stunning views, is one I will never forget. I know Sally would be so proud of me and would have been laughing along with me!” So far, Michele has raised £4,790 for the Primrose Hospice.
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Council and house builder work together to secure future for local charity
Top awards for partnership planning schemes TWO PARTNERSHIP planning schemes have been awarded top marks at a prestigious awards ceremony.
HOSPICE HOPE, a local charity which provides support for people with life limiting conditions, will have a new home, thanks to a partnership between North West Leicestershire District Council and Bloor Homes. With land provided by NWLDC and development carried out for free by Bloor Homes, the charity will soon have a new, purpose-built day centre just outside the village of Swannington. After receiving the news that they would have to move out of their current accommodation in Griffydam by summer 2021, Hospice Hope trustees turned to the district council for ideas. In response, the council agreed to lease some of its land – currently used to store spare wheelie bins – to the charity and appealed to businesses in the area. Bloor Homes replied within days to say that they would develop a 6,000 sq ft facility at no cost to the charity. Bloor Homes will now draw up plans with a view to submitting a planning application in early 2020.
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The schemes, which were among twentysix high quality entries received from across the East Midlands and includes a plan for housing and employment growth in Leicestershire until 2050 and an initiative to reduce congestion in Melton, were announced as winners in their categories at the East Midlands Royal Town Planning Association Awards for Planning Excellence. The Melton Mowbray Distributor Road scheme took the top award in the Natural Environment category. The collaborative work between the county council, AECOM, Natural England and the Environment Agency in developing the diversion for the River Eye was particularly highlighted during the ceremony. The planning application submitted in October 2018 included details of substantial environmental mitigation including tree and hedge planting, ecological enhancement areas and sustainable drainage. The innovative approach taken to community consultation, including an app and visualisation created using drone footage, also contributed to the project win. Byron Rhodes, deputy leader of the county council said: “I am delighted by the fact that the Melton Distributor Road was the winner in the Planning for the Natural Environment category. “It is very rare for a road scheme to triumph in this category and the win is a huge accolade for our delivery partner AECOM and the many county council colleagues across a wide range of teams who have worked so hard on this project.” The Strategic Growth Plan for Leicester and Leicestershire was announced as winner in the category for Excellence in Plan Making. The plan, which was developed by Leicestershire County Council, Leicester City Council, the seven local borough and district authorities and the Leicester and Leicestershire Enterprise Partnership Limited, focuses on four key matters: delivering new housing; supporting the economy; identifying essential infrastructure; and protecting the environment and built heritage. Cllr Trevor Pendleton, chair of the members’ advisory group for the Leicester and Leicestershire Strategic Growth Plan, said: “I am proud of the fact that partners in Leicester and Leicestershire have been so successful at the 2019 regional planning awards; which thoroughly reflects the strength of our partnership working. “As well as winning the category for Excellence in Plan Making for the Leicester and Leicestershire Strategic Growth Plan, partners almost swept the board, winning awards in the categories for Planning for the Natural Environment, Planning to Deliver Homes and Planning for a Successful Economy. Furthermore, Blaby District Council was the overall winner for the delivery of the Lubbesthorpe Sustainable Urban Extension (SUE), which is a fantastic achievement.” Friars Mill is a £2.3 million office development at the heart of Leicester’s Waterside regeneration area. The city council-led development has created more than 11,000sq ft of modern office space in the grounds of the historic Friars Mill development, on the banks of the river Soar. Leicester’s City Mayor, Peter Soulsby, said: “It’s great news that Friars Mill has been recognised in these awards. The scheme has set a benchmark in terms of high-quality development in the city. “Schemes like Friars Mill help to generate substantial interest in inward investment in key regeneration areas. Development in areas like this will be central to us delivering on the city’s commitments outlined in the Strategic Growth Plan, which sets out a balanced and sustainable plan for development in Leicester and Leicestershire.” Kevin Harris, LLEP Chair, added: “We have welcomed the opportunity as a Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) to work with local authorities on their long-term strategic plans. They have helped to inform the Local Industrial Strategy that we are developing with government to bring forward the investment needed for infrastructure and housing to support productivity and business growth. “These award winning plans are testament to the forward thinking proposals for future developments in housing to support population change, major infrastructure improvements to allow for new growth and congestion relief and rail improvements to improve connections.”
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Local cricket club bowled over by donation from housebuilder Bloor Homes HOUGHTON AND THURNBY Cricket Club has received a donation of £500 from Bloor Homes Midlands. The developer, which is building the Bushby Fields development off Uppingham Road, provided the donation to help the local cricket club renovate a brand-new changing room for its ladies team. Marie Beal, from the HTCC committee, said: “We are hugely grateful to Bloor Homes for its very kind donation which we hoped to use to help us turn an old storeroom into a brand-new changing room for our ladies team, but the club recently suffered a burglary. “We had our biggest fundraising day - President’s Day – which took place on Saturday 21st September. The day saw two games of T20 cricket, the morning game which saw the golden oldies from the club taking on the kids, followed by an afternoon game where the 1st team faced an invitation side, which this year was a touring team from India, arranged by Leicestershire CC. There was also a bouncy castle for the kids, dog agility for the local community and a ‘bake off tent’ for anyone to enter.
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Cottage requiring modernisation in Barrowby, Nr Grantham
“We raised an incredible £1,450 which is a record for us! This now means we can use Bloor Homes’ kind donation towards the ladies changing facility like it was originally intended for, which we are so pleased about.” Michele Rose, Regional Sales Director at Bloor Homes Midlands, said: “Bloor Homes is always committed to helping the communities where we build, so when we heard about Houghton & Thurnby Cricket Club’s need to improve its facilities we were keen to help.
Houghton and Thurnby Cricket Club committee members Graham and Martin Tyler pictured with Bloor Homes Sales Advisor Nicola Bird on the Bushby Fields development. “It’s wonderful to be able to help voluntary and community groups, such as HTCC, especially after hearing about their recent burglary. We hope that the money can support renovation plans at the club to benefit their new ladies team.”
PRETTY Grade II Listed detached stone and pantile cottage requiring further modernisation standing on a good size mature plot with off road parking. Gas central heating, part d/g, character features throughout, hall, lounge, dining/sitting room, kitchen, rear hall, 2 double bedrooms and bathroom. Rear gardens and outhouse. FOR SALE BY AUCTION THURS 21ST NOVEMBER at MELTON CATTLE MARKET GP £170,000 - £180,000 Contact Simon Johnson at Shouler & Son on 01664 410166 or email: s.johnson@shoulers.co.uk
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Aggregate Industries IN BRIEF states the case for SuDS Plot at rear of 178 as flooding crisis deepens Burton Road, Ashby Development Properties
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Potential plot at the Residential rear of 67 Stapleton Lane, Barwell, Leics. Call 01455 251771 www.wardsresidential.co.uk LE9 8HD
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This is a small piece of land and potential single plot, located close to the centre of the village of Barwell in Leicestershire. The plot is accessed via Russett Close. the piece of land is located to the rear of 67 Stapleton Lane. With the potential to develop (Architects have suggested a planning feasibility study which has been prepared by the owners, indicating a scheme ideally for a detached bungalow to be constructed (subject to planning permission) on the site.
HIDDEN from the road behind a long driveway approach offering privacy, the plot has planning permission (ref: 18/00261/FUL) for a distinctive five bedroom, three bathroom home of 2,300 sq.feet. Offers around £235,000 are invited. For more information, or to arrange a viewing, contact John German on 01530 412824 or email: ashbysales@johngerman. co.uk
WITH THE START of October having brought a tirade of flash flooding across the UK and forecasters predicting a turbulent winter ahead, Aggregate Industries has FOR SALE stated that the case for Nuneaton Road has never Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) adoption Bulkington, CV12 9SB been greater.
On the 1 October (2019) the Environment Agency issued 70 flood warnings Purchase Price: Offers Invited Based On and 181 alerts across England as torrential downpours drenched many parts £125,000 sqm worth of rain in just of the UK, with some areas seeing as much asArea: two917.00 weeks’ an hour.The result was nationwide chaos, withwidespread flooding, travel Attractive Residential Building Plot Highly Desired Residential Area disruption, power cuts and thousands of homes affected. Outline Planning Recently Obtained Looking to the winter ahead, even more profound weather patterns are Attractive 2 Bedroomed Bungalow Proposed Building plot off Suit Builder or Owner Occupier expected with forecasters predicting that temperatures could dip to as low as Bridge Street, BurtonLand Off-14C Bridge Street parts of the UK – reminiscent of the ‘Beast from the East’ that in some Burton Road covered the Road, Castle Gresley Castle Gresley DE11 9HDnation in snow in 2018.2 For local authorities and developers alike, the result is increased onus on £45,000 DE11 9HD efforts to mitigate the impact of the UK’s increasingly erratic weather – with Sustainable Drainage Systems being a vital tactic in this. In pre-empting this growing demand, Aggregate Industries recently launched its newly updated SuDS range offering a full suite of surface options; from aggregates designed to ensure excellent drainage characteristics through to permeable paving enabling water filtration, all of which can be used together or separately as part of a strategic SuDS drainage system. Paul Wagstaff, Head of Product Management at Aggregate Industries, comments: “While the UK’s weather has always been difficult to predict, recent years have seen a shift towards more profound extremes as climate change continues to take its toll. This September, for example, ended with a sudden heatwave, with some areas reaching highs of 25C, only to be followed less than two weeks later with the recent tirade of torrential rain and flooding. “The reality is that this type of erratic weather is only going to increase, PRIME BUILDING plot off a SUMMARY along with storm intensity and regularity – placing increased onus on flood quiet cul-de-sac, within the Located off quiet cul-de-sac Building Plot risk measures. After all, it’s now estimated that five million homes are in flood Catchment for Linton Primary and The Pingle catchment areas for Linton Outline planning for 2/3 bed house Acedemy risk areas and the annual probability that two thirds of these homes will be Primary School and The Pingle affected is around 10%. Academy. “As such, the case for SuDS, whereby the clever use of flood defence Outline planning permission (ref: DETAILED DESCRIPTION measures that mimic natural processes - such as green roofs and grassland 9/2017/0265) a 2/3 bedroom Foster Corley have been favored with the for instruction of this prime building plot, located off a quiet cul-de-sac and within the catchment area's for Linton Primary School and The Pingle Academy. Additionally there are good transport links to tranches for water capture, through to permeable paving to allow water major townsdwelling. close by. The land comes with outline planning for 2/3 Bed dwelling, more details can be found on www.planning.south-derbys.gov.uk Ref: 9/2017/0265. Please call Foster Corley Swadlincote office on 01283 226699, to follow through – can make a huge difference to slowing if not halting the flow, Asking price: £45,000. arrange a viewing. should a flood happen.” For more information, or to Paul adds: “It is imperative that local authorities, developers and all those arrange a viewing, contact Foster operating in the construction sector take stock of the SuDS opportunity and Corley on 01530 812001 or email: the importance it can play in helping up be prepared, whatever the weather.” coalville@fostercorley.co.uk Foster Corley Coalville, 3 Marlborough Square , Coalville, LE67 3WD Phone: 01530 812001, Email: coalville@fostercorley.co.uk www.fostercorley.co.uk
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Highfields library has closed for refurbishment A LEICESTER library has closed temporarily whilst a major programme of refurbishment is carried out. More than £190,000 of improvements are being made at Highfields Library, in Melbourne Road, which is being refurbished as part of the city council’s Transforming Neighbourhood Services programme.
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A PROMINENT office building in Leicester city centre has been sold to student accommodation developer and operator, Study Inn Group.
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Study Inn has purchased Reynard House for an undisclosed amount. Cushman & Wakefield advised the vendor on the sale. Reynard House comprises vacant former office space and is located to the south of Leicester city centre on the corner of Welford Road and Norton Street. The site is within walking distance of the railway station and both the University of Leicester and DeMontfort University. The building has full planning permission for conversion to residential use and an extension of the existing building to provide 79 high quality apartments. Study Inn Group manages 2,000 high quality serviced rooms in Coventry, Nottingham, Sheffield, Cambridge, Bristol and Loughborough. Study Inn’s Acquisition Manager, Jack Jefferson, said: “This this is another well located building in a good university city and we are very pleased to be adding it to our portfolio.” Joe Williams, Associate in Cushman & Wakefield’s Residential team said: “The sale is further evidence of the strong demand for residential and student development opportunities within the East Midlands. Study Inn will undoubtedly deliver high quality student accommodation ideally located for De Montfort’s students. He added: “Our track record of disposing conversion opportunities, particularly in Leicester, is unparalleled in the market place. We would urge land and property owners to get in touch if they are considering a disposal.” The sale is one of four office buildings Cushman & Wakefield’s residential team have successfully sold in Leicester in the past 12 months, most recently the sale of Pannell House which was sold to a private investor for residential conversion earlier this year.
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Galliford Try appointed to highways projects worth £26m GALLIFORD TRY, the housebuilding, regeneration and construction group, has been appointed to new projects in Leicestershire and Lincolnshire valued at £26m. Leicestershire County Council has awarded the business a £7m contract to carry out improvements to the A46 and A5630 at Anstey to increase capacity for a new housing and industrial development in the north-west of Leicester. The company has also been awarded phase two of Grantham Southern Relief Road by Lincolnshire County Council. The £19m project will join the B1174 to the A1 via a grade separated junction. Galliford Try’s appointment to these two projects comes as part of a wider series of wins worth £461m.
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Development Properties Countdown to tax deadline has begun, so IN BRIEF for 9 apartments don’t be late, says HMRC Site at Chequer Street, WITH FEWER than 100 days to go before the 31st January deadline, HMRC is reminding customers to complete their tax returns early to beat the Christmas and New Year rush.
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Last year more than 2,000 people sent their tax returns on Christmas Day. Customers should consider submitting their returns early to avoid the stress of a last minute rush. By doing their Self Assessment return now, customers Chequer can start planning their festive activities. Street Angela MacDonald, HMRC’s Director General for Customer Services, said: Bulkington, CV12 9NH “The deadline for completing Self Assessment tax returns is fewer than 100 days away, yet so many of us wait until January to start the process. Avoid Purchase Price: £300,000 the last minute rush by completing your tax returns on time and then enjoy the upcoming festive period.Area: 0.22 acres “We want to help people get their tax returns right – starting the process Residential Redevelopment Opportunity early and giving yourself time to gather all the information you need will Planning Consent for Nine Apartments help avoid that stressful, late rush to file.” Ideal for Sale or Letting Tax is automatically deducted from the Attached majority of UK taxpayers’ wages, Parking pensions or savings. For people orCentral businesses Village where Locationtax is not automatically deducted, or when they may have earned additional untaxed income, they are required to complete a Self Assessment tax return each year. HMRC is also reminding people who are liable for the High Income Child Benefit Charge that they may need to file a tax return before the deadline. Those with income over £50,000 who receive child benefit, or those whose partner gets it, are liable for the charge. Customers can check their annual income via their P60 or Personal Tax Account, and use HMRC’s child benefit tax calculator. The deadline for paper tax returns is 31st October – Thursday next week – and the deadline for online tax returns and paying any tax owed is 31st January 2020. If customers miss the deadline, they can face a minimum £100 penalty for late submissions.
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