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| Page 1 of 6 | Previous | Next | TRAIN4TRADESKILLS SEPTEMBER 12, 2011  Train4TradeSkills News: Calls to cut Green Deal VAT The Green Deal is the centre of the government’s green dream to create a low-carbon future. While the idea may be good, it’s not all working out as planned, as the Green Deal has met a lukewarm response from homeowners. That’s why construction trade bodies and environmental groups are campaigning to see Green Deal VAT reduced. The FutureFit report found that only 4.8% | TRAIN4TRADESKILLS DECEMBER 16, 2011 The Government’s Green Deal will create new jobs in the renewable sector Businesses in the building industry will be offered more employment opportunities to deliver work under the Government’s Green Deal funding initiative. As previously reported on Train4TradeSkills News , the Green Deal is the government’s plan to improve energy efficiency in millions of homes across Britain. The new business, Willmott Dixon Support Services, aims to bring together landlords, investors and suppliers to develop Green Deal funding streams and deliver the upgrade work on homes and non-domestic properties. Share your thoughts with us by commenting below: . | | | | | |
| TRAIN4TRADESKILLS SEPTEMBER 2, 2011  Train4TradeSkills News: Is the Green Deal going to be a failure? A new report has found out homeowners are not interested in retroffiting their homes and taking part in the Green Deal. The FutureFit study, which was commissioned by Affinity Sutton, examined whether people living in their properties would be interested in the Government’s Green Deal. of people asked were prepared to sign up for the Green Deal work. Not good at all. | TRAIN4TRADESKILLS JULY 11, 2011  Train4TradeSkills News: Old homes go green with pilot Green Deal scheme For the government’s Green Deal scheme to work, older homes are going to need to be made energy-efficient, not just new homes. Construction News reports that Wilmott Dixon will lead the pilot for the first older homes to be made energy-efficient under the Green Deal. But the only way this is going to be successful is by keeping the costs down. What do you think – will this work? | TRAIN4TRADESKILLS NOVEMBER 25, 2011 Train4TradeSkills News: Government launch £200m scheme to improve energy efficiency The Treasury will pump the cash into a special time-limited ‘introductory’ offer to boost the early take up of the Government’s Green Deal energy scheme. Energy and Climate Change Secretary Chris Huhne said: “This big injection of Government funding delivers on our promise to ensure the Green Deal hits the ground running, and make it as attractive as possible so that people start to benefit from day one.”. As part of the Green Deal, from October 2012 homeowners will be able to take a loan to install insulation or other energy-saving measures to help the environment. | CONSTRUCTION LAW MUSINGS JULY 19, 2010 Contractor Side Deals Can Waive Miller Act Rights | Construction. Hill, Virginia construction lawyer, LEED AP and member of the Virginia Legal Elite in Construction Law Home About Musings Guest Post Fridays Mechanic’s Liens Bond Claims Sustainable Construction Links I Like Contact Me Contractor Side Deals Can Waive Rights Written on July 19, 2010 by Christopher G. This activity kept the General Contractor from being able to deal with the situation and therefore the surety did not have to pay. Always be honest with everyone when making deals outside of the contractual chain. Originally posted 2010-03-22 09:00:00. The take away? | | | | | | | |
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MARKUP AND PROFIT | TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2010 Honesty, truthfulness, straight dealing
Sep 7 Honesty, truthfulness, straight dealing Tweet Brian Tracy, recent newsletter: “Great business leadership is characterized by honesty, truthfulness, and straight dealing with every person, under all circumstances. Note from a former "Hammer Swinger" Surprises on a Construction Job Your Contractor Isnt Telling a Tall Tale. Answer Questions Before They Get Asked Protect yourself even if its not your problem Customer Service Makes a Difference Every Job Must Stand on Its Own Feet Some Jobs You Wish Youd Never Touched. Using Gross Margin to Price Jobs? MORE >> -
TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | WEDNESDAY, MAY 4, 2011  Green Deal not winning any popularity contests with contractors
The Green Deal: the government’s jewel in their environmentally-friendly crown. It may lead to a cleaner, zero-carbon future, but it seems that the Green Deal isn’t the most popular thing amongst contractors. new survey undertaken by the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has found that 44% of its members believe homeowners won’t take advantage of the Green Deal, which could lead to fewer jobs for contractors. The FMB want to see VAT cut to 5% on all energy efficient materials and work to create more construction jobs. Related Articles. MORE >> -
TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | TUESDAY, JULY 12, 2011  Train4TradeSkills News: New jobs for London contractors as Wilmott Dixon lands £45m Notting Hill deal
This move will create new jobs for plumbing and electrical contractors in London and the Notting Hill area, as well as expanding Wilmott Dixon’s influence in the UK. The company is responsible for repair work on more than 135,000 homes in the UK (the majority of these are in Birmingham), and this helps them get work in the capital, while creating extra jobs Wilmott Dixon have won a £45 million contract to potentially provide repair and maintenance in services in Notting Hill for the next decade. MORE >> -
TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2012 New Energy Secretary Will Push for Green Deal
The new Energy Secretary Edward Davey has pledged to continue with the Green Deal, a policy which could support up to 65,000 jobs in the renewable energy sector. Speaking at a meeting with key industry leaders in London today, the Energy Secretary explained that the Green Deal is a vital policy not only for the environment, but also for economic growth and job creation across Britain. He said: “The Green Deal will play a huge part in this work and will also support jobs in the insulation and construction industries– as many as 65,000 right across the country by 2015. MORE >> -
TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | TUESDAY, MARCH 27, 2012 Scottish Renewable Sector To Create More ‘Green’ Jobs
The renewable energy sector in Scotland supports more than 11,000 green jobs, a major report by industry’s body, Scottish Renewables, revealed today. More jobs are expected to be created as the renewable energy continues to expand, the survey concluded. The report, which looks at level of employment in the renewable sector across Scotland, estimates that the renewable industry supports an equivalent of 11,136 full-time jobs. Scottish Renewables has indicated that the vast majority of these jobs are in the supply chain. MORE >> - Dealing with Hazardous Substances on the Construction Site. CONSTRUCTION LAW MUSINGS | FRIDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2010
- £3.5 Million Funding to Prepare Installers for ‘Green Deal’ TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | FRIDAY, MARCH 9, 2012
- Council Contractors to Create New Building and Construction Jobs TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | THURSDAY, MARCH 8, 2012
- Business Leaders United for Infrastructure Projects in Britain TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | FRIDAY, JANUARY 6, 2012
- Boris Johnson Approves a Huge Housing Boost for London TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | THURSDAY, JANUARY 19, 2012
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- Bright Future for the Green Economy TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2012
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- Train4TradeSkills News: Construction boss urges government to unlock £5bn war chest TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | FRIDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2011
- UK-GBC Urges the Government to Stimulate Green Growth TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | FRIDAY, MAY 11, 2012
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- Train4TradeSkills fulfilment partner, ATL participates in Cultural Exchange Programme with environmentally friendly agenda on focus TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | THURSDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2011
- The Government’s investment for UK renewables to reach £2.5bn TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | TUESDAY, JANUARY 3, 2012
- Green Energy Will Support Economic Growth in Britain TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | FRIDAY, MAY 4, 2012
- The Solar PV Debate and FiT Cuts: Why it’s not all doom and gloom for the solar industry TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2011
- Trade deal could mean opportunities for UK contractors in China TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | TUESDAY, JUNE 28, 2011
- Mayor of London Gets £3 Billion Fund for Affordable Housing TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2012
- Building Work for New UBS’s London HQ to Go Ahead TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | MONDAY, JANUARY 30, 2012
- Co-Operative Environmental Agenda Helps Renewable Sector TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2012
- Train4TradeSkills News: Solar power gets thumbs-up in new report TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2011
- Green Light for New Homes in London TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2012
- 6 Proven Sales Tools that Speed up Sales Cycles and Close More Deals THE SERVICE COACH | TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2011
- CBI Says Infrastructure Industry Should be a Priority for The Government TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2012
- Hague Urges Ministers to Boost Green Growth TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | WEDNESDAY, MAY 16, 2012
- Prime Minister Cameron supports the Renewable Energy Sector TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | FRIDAY, APRIL 27, 2012
- Cameron Supports the Renewable Industry TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2012
- Comcast, EcoFactor Deal Heating Up ‘Smart’ Thermostat Market THE SMART VAN | WEDNESDAY, MARCH 7, 2012
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- Government Gives Hope to the Renewable Sector TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | THURSDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2011
- Chancellor Osborne Delivers Optimism for the UK Economy TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | WEDNESDAY, MARCH 21, 2012
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- Solar Industry Associations to Clarify Good Reruns for Householders TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | TUESDAY, MAY 15, 2012
- UK local councils losing £1000000?s on building - - CONSTRUCTION. CONSTRUCTION MARKETING UK | WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 26, 2011
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- An opportunity to get help from £10 million local energy fund TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | FRIDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2011
- Train4TradeSkills News: The Problem with Solar Panels TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | MONDAY, AUGUST 8, 2011
- New era for banking as Green Investment Bank unveiled TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | MONDAY, MAY 23, 2011
- Surprises on a Construction Job MARKUP AND PROFIT | THURSDAY, JULY 8, 2010
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- Train4TradeSkills News: Apprenticeships the way forward for Scottish construction firms TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | MONDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2011
- Money Saving Tip #20 – Time and Material Jobs MARKUP AND PROFIT | WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2010
- Money Saving Tip #1 – Delivering Material to the Job Site MARKUP AND PROFIT | MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2010
- Make your business more cost-effective and cheaper for your customers TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | MONDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2011
- Train4TradeSkills News: Brighter future for thousands of people in the Building Engineering Sector TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2011
- How to Deal the House a Winning Hand in Chicago Casino Construction COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION BLOG | TUESDAY, JUNE 21, 2011
- Train4TradeSkills practical training fulfilment centre visited by the BBC TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | MONDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2011
- UK construction firms could help Japan deal with earthquake aftermath TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16, 2011
- Contractors to Benefit from Olympics’ Legislation TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | FRIDAY, MARCH 23, 2012
- Wobble the job! The Building Trades Wildcat in Alberta | C.W.O.C. IWW CONSTRUCTION WORKERS ORGANIZING COMMITTEE | SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2010
- Building Olympic Terminal at Heathrow Airport Will Create New Jobs TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 25, 2012
- Key construction bodies join forces to decide on Green Deal training TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | THURSDAY, MAY 12, 2011
- The Importance of Plumbing Training TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2011
- Construction giants team up to build new Northern homes TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | WEDNESDAY, JULY 20, 2011
- Money Saving Tip #27 – Employee Reviews MARKUP AND PROFIT | MONDAY, DECEMBER 20, 2010
- £35 Million Solar Panel Plan to be Given Green Light TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2012
- The Government’s investment for UK renewables to reach £2.5bn TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | TUESDAY, JANUARY 3, 2012
- Train4TradeSkills News: Would Green Belt building boost UK housing market? TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2011
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- Why youth is the elixir of life for ailing construction industry TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | THURSDAY, JUNE 9, 2011
- Global Treaty on Climate Change – Beneficial For Businesses TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | MONDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2011
- Building Olympic Terminal at Heathrow Airport Will Create New Jobs TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 25, 2012
- The Train4TradeSkills Renewable Energy Course TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2011
- Welding 101: Getting Familiar with the Basics - Welding Resources. WELD MY WORLD | WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 12, 2011
- The cure for the housing crisis? TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | TUESDAY, JUNE 7, 2011
- £5 Million Investment to Boost Bristol’s Building Industry TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | THURSDAY, MARCH 29, 2012
- How to Deal with Payment Issues with Mechanic's Liens. CONSTRUCTION LAW MUSINGS | SATURDAY, JANUARY 1, 2011
- Trades get busier as the weather gets chillier TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | FRIDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2011
- Tues Tip: “Business” of architecture & engineering CONSTRUCTION LAW IN NC | TUESDAY, JULY 20, 2010
- London Heathrow Expansion Could Go Ahead TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | MONDAY, MARCH 26, 2012
- Train4TradeSkills News: Oikodomophobia – The Phobia that is gripping the nation TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | TUESDAY, AUGUST 30, 2011
- Money Saving Tip #10 – Cell phone use MARKUP AND PROFIT | WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2010
- Demanding a Better Bill campaign challenges government on energy targets TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | THURSDAY, APRIL 7, 2011
- MyHammer crowns its Tradesperson of the Year for 2011 TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | FRIDAY, JUNE 24, 2011
- Train4TradeSkills Weekend Catch Up: 4-10 April TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | SUNDAY, APRIL 10, 2011
- Train4TradeSkills Weekend Catch Up: 27 June-3 July TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | SUNDAY, JULY 3, 2011
- The Government Will Ease Building of New Homes TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | TUESDAY, MAY 8, 2012
- Hit the Road Jack (or Jane)! Money For Traveling Welders - Welding. WELD MY WORLD | TUESDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2010
- London Luton Airport Reveals Major Expansion Plans TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | THURSDAY, MARCH 15, 2012
- NICEIC and ECA join forces to debate future for electricians TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | THURSDAY, JULY 28, 2011
- The government is urged to review its laws on metal scrappage TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | THURSDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2011
- How will George Osborne's Budget 2011 affect the construction. TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | WEDNESDAY, MARCH 23, 2011
- Social media stress: Social media satire 31! CONSTRUCTION MARKETING UK | SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2011
- Cliff talks Electrical modules and Virtual reality scenarios in latest blog TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15, 2011
- Cliff talks plumbing regs, his workshop and pipe bending offers in latest blog TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | THURSDAY, JUNE 2, 2011
- Great Resources on Louisiana Construction Law CONSTRUCTION LAW MONITOR | MONDAY, JUNE 7, 2010
- Train4TradeSkills Bright Sparks: Cliff’s blog about his T4TS plumbing course – September 2011 TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2011
- If it wasn't in the budget. MARKUP AND PROFIT | TUESDAY, AUGUST 31, 2010
- UK firm to help provide energy to Japan after earthquake disaster. TRAIN4TRADESKILLS | TUESDAY, APRIL 5, 2011
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