Welcome to the Break Down
Your run-down of the industry news making the headlines this past week.
The demolition and construction industry never stops moving, and neither should you. The Break Down is your all-access pass to the latest and hottest stories shaking up the industry. Every Monday morning, we deliver a no-nonsense, straight-to-the-point roundup of the biggest headlines, and must-know updates, right to your inbox.
No fluff, no filler, no regurgitated press releases like you get elsewhere - just the hard-hitting news that keeps you ahead of the curve; together with opinions that say what you’re thinking. Whether you’re on-site, in the office, or behind the controls of a machine, The Break Down makes sure you start the week informed and ready to tackle whatever comes your way.
Now, here’s your news.
The Tale of the Post Turtle - The UK has a new building safety minister. She studied English literature and loves knitting. Who better to steer building safety into the post-Grenfell era?
How quickly we forget - A demolition contractor may have been guilty of collusion. It may have suffered a serious or even a fatal accident. But during industry award season, all such transgressions are forgiven.
Remembering the Nameless – We mourn celebrities with headlines and hashtags. Yet when a demolition or construction worker dies, they're forgotten before the dust has even settled.
The Dark Side of Christmas in Construction - The festive season seems to start earlier and earlier each year. For retailers, that is great news. For those in demolition and construction, it means a prolonged period of uncertainty.
1000 shows and counting - How an ageing magazine journalist turned a crisis into an opportunity, transitioning from a magazine editor to a successful live streamer.
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