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Contacts INFORMATION

Access critical information

The Construction Information Service is an expert knowledge tool that delivers key technical information critical to all construction projects in one easy-to-use online package. Developed by IHS and NBS it provides instant

full-text access to current regulations, standards, technical advice and a vast array of related news and briefings. The extensive range of full-text documents covers all aspects of the building, engineering, design and construction processes, to aid organisations in completing projects accurately and on time. In today’s climate it is economically vital that

companies are aware of new technological advances, which can be the culmination of costly research. Working with the CIOB the Construction Information Service ensures you have access to the most critical documents relevant to you. Key documents available include:

• Code of Estimating Practice: 6th Edition • Planning and Programming in Construction • A Guide to Good Practice • Code of Practice for Project Management for Construction and Development. 2nd Edition

• Building Procurement Systems — A Guide to Building Project Management. 2nd Edition

To find out more about the Construction Information Service visit www.uk.ihs.com/tcis, or contact +44 (0) 1344 328184 (ref CIOB)

LEGAL ADVICE

New legal helpline offers free advice

Last month solicitor Sprecher Grier Halberstam launched a legal helpline. Most UK CIOB members will qualify for 30 minutes free legal advice from SGH and preferential rates for legal services. Full terms and conditions of the service will be available on the CIOB website. Sprecher Grier Halberstam was founded in 1984.

It has grown into a mid-sized commercial practice based in the City of London and offers a wide range of business services to a diverse group of clients, including those involved in construction, publicly listed companies, professional partnerships, banks, mortgage lenders, breweries and many other privately-owned businesses. SGH lawyers give a fast, robust and effective

service to business clients with an emphasis on partner-led advice, ensuring that clients receive advice from specialists in their chosen fields. SGH deals with all mainstream areas of UK business law, including construction, corporate and commercial, commercial litigation, real estate, employment, debt recovery and restructuring and insolvency. It is also the UK law firm chosen by international legal network Legus, meaning that SGH can resource overseas lawyers to service clients’ business interests globally.

For more information about the firm’s partners, staff and fields of activity visit SGH’s website www.sghlaw.com or call Nik Haria on +44 (0) 20 7264 4468.

General Main CIOB telephone number +44 (0)1344 630700 Chief Executive’s Office: Chief Executive Chris Blythe 01344 630701 PA to Chief Executive Claudine Herbert 01344 630707 Member Services Customer Services Manager 01344 630852 Change of Address 01344 630873/630789/630731 Direct Debit Enquiries 01344 630831 Membership Certificates 01344 630752 Membership Enquiries/ Progression 01344 630706 Subs Enquiries (Members) 01344 630831 Training Partnerships 01344 630720 Certificate Ceremonies/ SMTS Enquiries 01344 630785 Experienced Practitioner Assessed Programme (EPA) 01344 630721 Experienced Practitioner Assessed Report Route (EPAR) 01344 630721 Benevolent Fund 01344 630780 Professional Development 01344 630716 Library Enquiries 01344 630873/737/741 Education Manager 01344 630822 Adjudication and Dispute Resolution 01344 630732 Faculty of Architecture and Surveying Manager 01344 630798 Chartered Building Company / Consultancy Scheme Chartered Building Scheme Manager 01344 630746 Administrator 01344 630743

Publications Construction Books Direct 01344 630810 Magazine subscriptions (non-members) 01344 630811 Construction Information Quarterly (CIQ) Subscriptions 01344 630811 Construction Manager 020 7490 5636 Contact 07704 336835

Policy and External Relations Deputy Chief Executive 01344 630702 Press Officer 01344 630766 Web Site Enquiries 01344 630768 Marketing Manager 01344 630765

Events CMYA/Guildhall Dinner 01344 630802 Englemere Room Bookings, Conferences and Business Meetings 01344 630825 Weddings and Receptions 01344 630815

CIOB International CIOB Africa +27 11 234 7877 CIOB Australasia +61 (2) 9638 4977 CIOB China +86 10 6528 1070 CIOB Hong Kong +852 2543 6369 CIOB Malaysia + (603) 6411 3754 CIOB Singapore + 65 6334 4116

IHS Critical technical information and decision-support tools http://uk.ihs.com

CIOB TRAINING CPD-approved courses Tel: 020 7665 2432 (quote WIZ1272) www.thomastelford.com

SGH UK business law advice and legal services. Tel 020 7264 4468 www.sghlaw.com

CIOB and VESOURCE Car Leasing Tel: 0845 052 5268 www.vesource.co.uk/ ciob.asp

CIOB INSURANCE SERVICES All forms of insurance. Tel: 0845 305 8390 www.ciobinsurance services.co.uk

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