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18th October 2010
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COMPREHENSIVE SPENDING REVIEW MUST HARNESS POWER OF REAL ESTATE INDUSTRY TO DRIVE ECONOMIC RECOVERY
The British Property Federation has today told ministers that a healthy property industry will be vital to the country’s continued economic recovery. In a submission to Government ahead of next week’s Comprehensive Spending Review the property industry has urged ministers to use the CSR to:
•    Give incentives for development
•    Use planning and public sector assets to drive economic growth
•    Streamline sustainability policy
•    Re-instate empty property rate relief
The BPF said plans for a New Homes Bonus, which matches the council tax raised on each new house for six years, must be extended to commercial schemes, and for government to further localise business rates. More   Website
STEAM THE TURKEY THIS CHRISTMAS

Steam ovens that combine conventional cooking methods and steam are increasing in popularity with consumers who are interested in the quality of their food. These consumers buy locally where they can and also choose in-season produce over those transported from far off climates. Whilst pricey at a guide price of over £3000, V-Zug – the Swiss pioneer of steam cooking, has a combi-steam oven that will cook a Turkey to perfection this Christmas. More   Website
BIG GREEN HOME SHOW 2010 - 29TH – 31ST OCTOBER 2010

For comprehensive and impartial advice on green self build, renovation and home improvement. Whether you’re in the construction industry and want to know more or a home owner that wants to lessen your impact on the environment or to use eco technology to save money on energy bills, it’s important for you to keep up with the latest changes in legislation and get as much independent advice as possible. Register here for your FREE entry. More   Website
IRONMONGERYDIRECT EXTENDS DOOR FURNITURE RANGE
By popular demand IronmongeryDirect has extended its Door Furniture offering to include new ranges available from the autumn catalogue bringing long-standing traditions of style and quality to a project. Door hardware has always been a core part of the IronmongeryDirect offering. The range comprises a large variety of over 3,000 items from lever handles, knobsets, letterboxes, push and kick plates through to door closers and fire exit hardware. There are many different materials available to create a distinct look.
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LIFE ON THE FARM IS A BREEZE
For farmhouse owners Ann and John Foggin, being able to open the windows is a breath of fresh air. Ventrolla North East was instructed to restore the windows at the five-star bed and breakfast accommodation on Tower Tosson Farm in Rothbury, Northumberland. The couple struggled to open the windows in the guest bedrooms as many of the sash windows had been stuck shut with layers of paint. John said: “Having the windows renovated has made such a difference.”
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ARE YOU EQUIPPED FOR THE WINTER MONTHS?

Ecomerchant’s extensive range of eco-friendly insulation materials are sourced using our philosophy to only sell products which are healthy and sustainable. We assess the extraction of minerals, processing, manufacturing, onsite use and disposal connected with each eco-friendly insulation material listed on this site. Ecomerchant have partnered with leading manufacturers of eco insulations placing stock around the UK for fast dispatch to your building site or home. We offer trade accounts for contractors and great online offers open to all.
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STO SUPPORTS A GRAND DESIGN

Channel 4s recent Grand Design (screened 22 September) featured the first house in England to be certified to Passivhaus standard, made possible by the extensive use of StoTherm Classic external wall insulation system. Architect Helen Seymour Smith set out to build a Passivhaus but, finding there was very little information on the principles in the UK, worked with Sto’s technical team and visited Sto in Germany to get comprehensive information on how the principles can be put into practice.
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