Britbuild-10-2026 Issue 22 | Page 4

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Cover Story
Beardwell at 40: adapting to a changing construction sector

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NOCN Competence is more than a qualification

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William King A West Cumbrian construction firm is on track to hit a major milestone

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NFB Construction Awards 2026 Construction Awards of Excellence

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Net Zero Entering a new phase of net zero

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Baxall Case Study Baxall Construction turns net zero ambition into action

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Building the future Building the future! Invest in your people. Strengthen your business

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B P Collins Adverse possession: Key considerations for Developers
45 – Housebuild NPPF review... a look at the latest tweaks made to planning policy. Plus much more!

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Safety Shield From warning to prevention: How AI is transforming construction site safety
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