Monthly Archives: February 2015

The lobbyist’s web still threatens the reputation of MPs, parliament and politics

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Allegations that Jack Straw and Malcolm Rifkind were involved in the latest ‘cash for access’ scandal is a reminder of the threat that lobbying poses to both the reputation of parliament and politics. In 2011, as Liam Fox was caught up in the Adam Werritty scandal, The Spectator examined how the lobbying industry works and how it threatens to skew our democracy: Old hands in Westminster are confident that they know what lies behind the Liam Fox-Adam Werritty relationship. With a knowing Read more [...]

HTC One M9 Briefly Listed With Images, Price, and Specifications

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The HTC One M9 has not launched yet but we still have a sense of familiarity with the handset due to the innumerable leaks and rumours. This time the smartphone was briefly listed in Gunmetal Grey and Gold variants by an e-commerce website along with images, specifications and a EUR 749 (roughly Rs. 52,700) price.Cyberport, a German e-commerce site, listed (via The Verge) the HTC One M9 for a short while with images as well as specifications. The latter list confirms previously rumoured specifications, Read more [...]

Ex-Liverpool FC commercial expert joins city’s latest hotel

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A former commercial expert from Liverpool FC has been appointed sales manager at Liverpool’s latest hotel. Nicola Myers has joined DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Spa Liverpool, which is due to open on Sir Thomas Street in April. The Grade II listed hotel was the municipal annexe of Liverpool City Council. Formerly head of partner experience at Liverpool Football Club, Ms Myers said she is keen to transfer her award-winning commercial skills from the football pitch to the hotel sector. Notably responsible Read more [...]

16 houses planned for site in Dundee

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Land close to a former Dundee mill could be transformed into housing if plans are given the go-ahead. The proposed site of 16 homes sits south of Pitalpin House in Lochee, which was built in 1835 and was the home of James Donald, who made linens and art canvasses at the his mill next to the mansion. The application to Dundee City Council also includes landscaping, drainage and the building of roads.In a statement submitted to the council, architects James Read more [...]

Historic Wallsend Town Hall refurbished as office space for businesses

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A historic building is helping to support job creation in a town after being transformed into a conference and business centre. The Grade II-listed Wallsend Town Hall was built in 1908. When the Queen visited the area in 1954, the year of her coronation tour, she stood on the building’s balcony in the Queen’s Chamber to address members of the public on the street below. It previously belonged to North Tyneside Council and was used by council staff for many years. Local authority meetings were Read more [...]

‘Space age’ Halliwell church up for prestigious award

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ALL Souls’ Bolton is in the running for a number of property accolades — including a coveted "project of the year" title. The Halliwell church has made it on to the shortlist of the 2015 RICS North West Awards, which are regarded as the region’s property "Oscars". The grade II listed church , in Astley Street, has been shortlisted in four of the award categories: design through innovation, regeneration, community benefit and building conservation. Aside from its Read more [...]