New Stations Add To Tube Maintenance List
London Underground has commenced services on a new spur of the Northern Line, following the completion of a £1.1 billion project that started in 2015.
Work Begins On Ventilation Shafts For HS2’s Chiltern Tunnels
Five ventilation shafts for High Speed 2’s (HS2’s) Chiltern Tunnels are in the process of being created.
Refurbished Landmark Hull Public Baths Reopens
Following a £3.75 million refurbishment, Beverly Road Baths in Hull has been officially reopened by Lord Mayor, Councillor Lynn Petrini, where she unveiled a new plaque in a ceremony.
Works Programme On Cleveland Bridge Updated
A programme of works to repair the Cleveland Bridge in Bath is to continue with the removal of the damaged concrete trusses that support the deck, and a temporary footway is to be laid on the west side.
Highways England Forced To Apply For Retrospective Permission For Bridge Infill
At least 15 councils have pushed back against Highways England’s plans to destroy 15 structures and infill 69 further viaducts and bridges.
Concrete Road Repairs Manual Updated By Highways England
The main governing body for Britain’s roads has updated its handbook for concrete repairs for the first time in 30 years.
Project Aims To Cut Concrete Carbon
With so many buildings, tunnels, bridges, roads and other structures made from concrete, the need to carry out concrete repairs will be a regular occurrence.
Hospital Set For Major A&E Refurbishment
Manchester Royal Infirmary (MRI) is set to undergo a major expansion to its accident and emergency department, enabling the city to meet its expanding health needs.
Concrete Buildings On Society’s ‘Most At Risk’ List
Every two years the 20th Century Society publishes its Buildings at Risk List and it has just produced its 2021 edition, with some notable entries.
Urgent Southsea Castle Sea Defences Repair Work Underway
Urgent concrete repairs to the sea defence walls at Southsea Castle in Portsmouth have gotten underway.