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The new build checklist that could save you THOUSANDS: Experts reveal the 12-point snagging questionnaire every home buyer needs to answer Builders are responsible for fixing major issues, or ‘snags’, in new build homes Without this, the work to get the property up to scratch could cost thousands Experts have revealed the checklist every new … Read more
Turning to online tutorials to fix a leaky tap or lay some tiles can be a godsend for DIY enthusiasts. Novice Graham Harley took the lessons a few steps further, however – and built a dream five-bedroom house. With no construction experience, the IT worker completed the home with two outbuildings on his own for … Read more
After 50 years of debate, I believe we are just a few years away from expanding Heathrow and unleashing Britain’s potential. Last week’s Court of Appeal ruling, however, added at least another 12-month delay. What is another year after more than 50, you might ask. Well, it is another 12 months of firms in Liverpool … Read more
Native American leader fights back tears as he describes the pain of watching sacred land being blown up to make way for Donald Trump’s Mexico-US border wall Native American leader spoke of pain at sacred land being destroyed for the wall Construction crews this month began blasting and bulldozing through hills Environmental groups are also … Read more
Heartbreaking photos of a squirrel using PLASTIC BAGS ‘to build its nest’ show the dismal impact of human litter on urban wildlife Squirrel was seen by a photographer on a wall in London Borough of Haringey Images reveal the animal struggling with the bulk and weight of the bags It is thought the rodent may have been using … Read more
Fake drastic trees: £170,000 plan for 10 artificial carbon-filtering green benches that double as Wi-Fi hotspots is rejected after council opts to plant 275 real ones Opposition councillors on Slough Council wanted to install 10 £17,000 trees They have air filters to reduce CO2 and produce oxygen as a well as Wi-Fi points But plans … Read more
Everton Football Club drafts in Laing O’Rourke to build its new £500m stadium By Daily Mail City & Finance Reporter Published: 21:50 GMT, 19 February 2020 | Updated: 22:19 GMT, 19 February 2020 New home: Everton Football Club is planning a 52,000-seat stadium Everton Football Club has drafted in Laing O’Rourke to build its new … Read more
Within a green velvet box lies a pristine first edition of Animal Farm from 1945. Rare book dealer Pom Harrington gently removes its dust jacket to reveal George Orwell’s signature. ‘This is really collectible and rare. There are only three or four in the world that are signed,’ he says. The price? £120,000. I have … Read more