NEWS
A n annual construction industry review challenges and delays presented by Covid-19 and Brexit. Whilst construction output is unlikely to reach pre-Covid 19 levels, it is expected that development in 2021 will significantly exceed 2020 levels. While 2021 has got off to a bad start for the industry, the report anticipates a strong year for the sector based on a presumption that normal activity will resume shortly as the vaccine roll-out continues. The report indicates in general terms that demand has not been impacted but rather activity is delayed. published by AECOM predicts impressive growth levels for the sector in 2021 despite John O’Regan, Director AECOM Ireland said, “Despite the challenges associated with the dual impact of the Covid-19 and Brexit, the projected growth rate of 15% for 2021 highlights the industry’s resilience at the moment. Our report also suggests that, while we are dealing with two very real threats to our supply chains, the price inflation for 2021 will only be marginally higher than 2020, reporting at 2%. This is very positive news for the industry and for consumers as there was considerable anticipation that the cost of building would climb sharply in 2021.” Irish construction expected togrowby 15% in 2021
Britt Megahey, Managing Director of Barclay Communications on site with new client, University of Cambridge.
Belfast-based telecoms firm strikes £3mdeal withUniversity of Cambridge
B arclay Communications has secured a £3m contract to supply one of the world’s top universities with sharper, more agile and reliable mobile solution for its 31 constituent colleges and 150 departments. The Belfast firm’s deal with University of Cambridge marks one of its biggest and most prestigious contract in its 24-year history and will see it deliver over 5,000 mobile connections that will be accessed by all Colleges and departments. The £3m contract will cover every College across all the main departments — from management teams, to operations, contracts, procurement, PR and more.
Speaking about the contract win, Managing Director of Barclay Communications, Britt Megahey said, “We competed against well- known industry names to win this partnership and that reflects how Barclay Communications is at the top of its game when it comes to providing the best solutions and service around.” Mr Megahey said the impact of Covid-19 on how businesses and organisations operate has fast- tracked technological development in the communications sector by five to 10 years. For more detail on the what they provide, call: +44 (0) 28 9096 0366, email: info@barclaycomms.com or visit: www.barclaycomms.com
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Specialist lighting guide for FMS
he Society of Light and Lighting (SLL) has published its first guidance document designed
agreement, or can create a compelling argument for upgrading lighting systems, in terms of investment in energy savings, reduced carbon footprint and increased reliability. It’s designed to be supportive of facilities managers with knowledge of electrical services, but whose work may occasionally involve lighting or related decision making. LG20 is the latest addition to a series of application specific Lighting Guides, produced by CIBSE and the Society of Light and Lighting. Visit www.sll.org.uk to download or purchase your copy of LG20: Lighting for Facilities Managers.
specifically to address the key lighting tasks required of facilities managers. The SLL Lighting Guide (LG) 20 sets out a logical approach for non-specialists to identify and undertake the tasks required in order to “provide the right amount of light in the right place for the right amount of time.” LG20 includes guidance on energy consumption and assessing the maintainability of existing lighting installations. This information is often required in relation to service level
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