Developer to build new primary school for growing Royal Wharf community

New social infrastructure for Newham  

Royal Wharf, Ballymore & Oxley’s new neighbourhood in London’s Royal Docks, is set to open a state-of-the-art new primary school for residents and local children in Newham. Due to open in September 2020, Royal Wharf Primary School will welcome up to 450 reception to year six pupils, with a conjoined nursery school offering part time places to children aged three to four years.

Newham Council is poised to agree a decision that will pave the way for the much needed new primary school. The Council will receive £3.5 million from the developers by disposing of a plot of land at Royal Wharf for Ballymore and Oxley to build a free school. The decision will be made on February 12 in an Officer Key Decision of Newham Council.

This will help meet the projected demand for primary school places within the Royal Docks area. The Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) has agreed financial support for the new Royal Wharf Free School, which will be operated by The Britannia Education Trust who currently run nearby Britannia Village Primary School.

Councillor Julianne Marriott, Cabinet member for education, said: “There is a growing need for school places in this area where families are moving into new housing developments.

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Change is in the air

Change is in the air: Government departments are pouring over technical data and preparing new directives, trade bodies are examining every aspect of potential market implications. No, this is not another missive on BREXIT, but the reality of the changing world concerning Fire Doors and... #Firedoor #Portaro #Vicaima

Change is in the air

Government departments are pouring over technical data and preparing new directives, trade bodies are examining every aspect of potential market implications. No, this is not another missive on BREXIT, but the reality of the changing world concerning Fire Doors and related risk critical products. Change is in the air and everyone should be aware of the urgent need to specify truly compliant products that play a significant role in the process of safety.

Following the tragic events of the Grenfell disaster in 2017, a greater understanding began to emerge regarding the lack of a holistic approach to fire safety and the evident shortcomings of custom and practice, where the cheapest solution took precedence over properly certified and tested fire safe product solutions, such as fire doors and fire door assemblies.

The recently published document Building a Safer Future, commits the government to a programme of reform which includes:

* The implementation of the Hackitt recommendations
* Create a more effective regulatory and accountability framework
* The introduction of clearer standards and guidance
* A vision to create a culture change

The result of these actions will mean tougher sanctions for those who disregard residents’ safety, and more rigorous standards.

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Change is in the air

Government departments are pouring over technical data and preparing new directives, trade bodies are examining every aspect of potential market implications. No, this is not another missive on BREXIT, but the reality of the changing world concerning Fire Doors and related risk critical products. Change is in the air and everyone should be aware of the urgent need to specify truly compliant products that play a significant role in the process of safety.

Following the tragic events of the Grenfell disaster in 2017, a greater understanding began to emerge regarding the lack of a holistic approach to fire safety and the evident shortcomings of custom and practice, where the cheapest solution took precedence over properly certified and tested fire safe product solutions, such as fire doors and fire door assemblies.

The recently published document Building a Safer Future, commits the government to a programme of reform which includes:

* The implementation of the Hackitt recommendations
* Create a more effective regulatory and accountability framework
* The introduction of clearer standards and guidance
* A vision to create a culture change

The result of these actions will mean tougher sanctions for those who disregard residents’ safety, and more rigorous standards.

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Structural Statement

The Wolseley Road project from LBMV Architects

Located in a unique conservation area of North London, the Wolseley Road project from LBMV Architects involved the renovation and extension of an impressive Victorian townhouse. Originally extended in the 1980s, the property was in need of modernisation that would embrace the Victorian character, whilst introducing a contemporary aspect that sets the property apart.

With an unusual brief that challenged LBMV Architects to create a corner extension without columns, glass windows and doors are embraced as part of a cube structure to make the most of the views outside to the garden.

Featuring modern innovation including bespoke aluminium doors that operate automatically and structural glazing throughout the kitchen extension; LBMV Architects have created a contemporary design statement that carefully interacts with the Victorian brick exterior. Revealing the kitchen to be an important part of family life, the homeowner’s passion for cooking required a multi-functional space that was both practical and elegant.

The result achieves a spacious kitchen that is perfect for everyday family meals, as well as entertaining friends in the summer. Attention to detail is paramount throughout the project; with built-in bench seating in the dining area and refined garden landscaping that is designed to reflect the property’s interior.

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Structural Statement

The Wolseley Road project from LBMV Architects

Located in a unique conservation area of North London, the Wolseley Road project from LBMV Architects involved the renovation and extension of an impressive Victorian townhouse. Originally extended in the 1980s, the property was in need of modernisation that would embrace the Victorian character, whilst introducing a contemporary aspect that sets the property apart.

With an unusual brief that challenged LBMV Architects to create a corner extension without columns, glass windows and doors are embraced as part of a cube structure to make the most of the views outside to the garden.

Featuring modern innovation including bespoke aluminium doors that operate automatically and structural glazing throughout the kitchen extension; LBMV Architects have created a contemporary design statement that carefully interacts with the Victorian brick exterior. Revealing the kitchen to be an important part of family life, the homeowner’s passion for cooking required a multi-functional space that was both practical and elegant.

The result achieves a spacious kitchen that is perfect for everyday family meals, as well as entertaining friends in the summer. Attention to detail is paramount throughout the project; with built-in bench seating in the dining area and refined garden landscaping that is designed to reflect the property’s interior.

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New P.O.S for Vista Statement Splashbacks

Bringing colour, pattern and a funky new look to kitchen walls recently launched Vista splashbacks have been an outstanding success for Bushboard.  Hundreds of kitchen specialists have listed the new range that includes a compelling showroom lure like Summer Palms (below) along with Moorish patterns, geometrics, weathered London brick, metro tiling and vintage prints are just some of the inspiring options in the new collection which includes 14 designs in 9mm mdf and six in 4mm acrylic.

To support the increasing  network of Vista retailers, Busboard has created a 48 cm x 40 cm countertop display box that includes samples and brochures for the new range.  The splashback designs co-ordinate well with all of Bushboard’s laminate, solid surface and solid core worksurface ranges.  Vista splashbacks are easier and faster to install than tiles, cutting down fitting time and costs. The end result is a sleek, smooth surface that is easy to clean. “Bushboard is the first to market with this exciting design idea says Hannah Abbott PR and Graphics Manager for Bushboard. “The uptake has been amazing. To help show a spread of designs we have introduced a double display box that holds all the panel samples  and allows consumers to see how the pattern will look with the worktop or kitchen units of their choice.”

Vista 9mm statement splashbacks are easy to install using the company’s BB Complete adhesive and sealant range.

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