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unfortunate crisis has been to create new interest in the North. Now our challenge is to ensure that the British public recognise that the banking and property system in Turkish North Cyprus has no link to the South.” Northern officials took to the airwaves to forecast that a wave of expatriate deposits from Greek Cypriot banks could move across the island's dividing line to escape taxation and insecurity. The Turkish Cypriot banking regulator has since put the region's lenders on notice to prepare for large deposits and to be mindful of transfers that could contravene anti-money- laundering rules.
Football star launches £14.4m Extra Care Centre
Plans to develop a new extra care complex for the over 55s in Huyton, Knowsley, Merseyside, kicked off this month as Liverpool player and England captain, Steven Gerrard officially launched the start of the construction phase. The £14.4m new-build project is being developed by Bullock in partnership with Knowsley Housing Trust, part of the First Ark Group, and Knowsley Council. The development will provide 101 new one and two bedroom extra care apartments for over 55s needing additional support to live independently. The scheme will also provide an additional 21 properties available to older people for shared ownership. Returning to his roots to launch the build, Gerrard said, “Huyton is where it all began for me and a lot of my family and friends live there so I am still there quite a bit. It’s great to see they are improving
diary dates
May 2013 8-9 May 2013
Greenbuild Expo
www.greenbuildexpo.co.uk
MANCHESTER CENTRAL One of the UK's newest sustainable building trade show, showcasing everything from renewable technologies to sustainable materials
the area, and this will create many more jobs for people locally as well.” The new centre will include a restaurant, hairdresser, activity and hobby rooms as well as external improvements such as pavement crossings and street lighting. To help with the cost of construction the project has also received a grant of £2.6 million from the Homes and Communities Agency.
Students engineer a brighter future for all
The Queen’s Jubilee Scholarship Trust (QUEST) and The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) have awarded four coveted scholarships to Leeds College of Building engineering students. 24 year old Adam Bradley from Morley, 32 year old James York from Ilkley, 28 year old
Architects' founder Ken Shuttleworth, who gave both the keynote address and spoke at “The future of design and the Role of Architects-Designing buildings for the next century” session on April 17. Other speakers included Karan Grover, Mili Majumdar, Yatin Pandya, Dr. Sandeep Garg and Chandrashekar Hariharan.
Christopher Forrest from Hull and 21 year old Matthew Brown from Bradford have been chosen to receive QUEST scholarships, which are valued at £1,500 each. All four are enrolled on the HND, HNC or Higher Level Apprenticeships in Civil
Engineering at the College. The QUEST scholarship provides students with additional financial support as they partner a leading civil engineering or construction company throughout their studies. ICE Yorkshire & Humber initially short-listed eight applicants for interview after candidates submitted essays on society’s right to expect 100% protection against flooding. Pat Murray, Curriculum Manager at Leeds College of Building, said, “It’s extremely rewarding for our students to be recognised in this way by the ICE.”
13-16 May 2013
IFSEC
www.ifsec.co.uk
NEC, BIRMINGHAM One of the largest events for the security industry, IFSEC International brings together the entire security buying chain in one place
14-16 May 2013
Plantworx
www.plantworx.co.uk
STONELEIGH PARK, WARWICKSHIRE
A new biennial exhibition for everybody involved in the management,
purchasing and operation of construction equipment
19-21 May 2013
kbb LDN
www.kbb.co.uk
EXCEL, LONDON kbb LDN is a trade exhibition dedicated to kitchens, bedrooms & bathrooms; bringing together the most innovative, creative and interesting products from key exhibitors
19-21 May 2013
Arc Show
www.thearcshow.com EXCEL, LONDON
The ARC Show 2013 brings together architects, interior designers, lighting designers and retailers to source the best in high-end architectural and decorative lighting
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