Out-Law: Adactus first to net HCA’s early payment

Northern housing association Adactus is the first housebuilder to receive a payment from the Homes and Communities Agency (HCA) for starting a project under the Affordable Homes Programme (AHP) early, according to an Inside Housing report . 03 Feb 2012

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Police investigating allegations of email hacking at the Times

The Metropolitan Police (the Met) is investigating claims that a reporter at the Times newspaper hacked into an email account to unmask an award-winning anonymous blogger. 03 Feb 2012

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Government reduces carbon targets for new homes

A new Communities and Local Government (CLG) consultation sets out proposals for stricter CO2 emission standards for new domestic and commercial building with the aim of moving closer towards "zero carbon" standards. 03 Feb 2012

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Cornwall Council to charge for pre-application planning advice

Cornwall Council has introduced fees for pre-application planning and building control advice, which will be charged in addition to fees for planning applications, the Council said .   03 Feb 2012

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Plans for £750 million Middlesex Hospital redevelopment approved

Westminster City Council has approved plans for a mixed-use development on the site of the former Middlesex Hospital. The decision was taken by Westminster City Council's planning and city development committee last night . 03 Feb 2012

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Employment tribunal fees could affect uptake of early conciliation, Acas officer says

Government plans to charge fees for bringing an employment tribunal claim could make employers less enthusiastic about tackling workplace grievances when they first arise, a high-ranking officer with Acas has said. 31 Jan 2012
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