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Slate freight plans undermined by Network Rail castings Beam springs loose above Scottish MSPs
Drought could force water firms to share resources CTRLsale unlikely until roter project finishes
News analysis: Is the trend for "iconic" bridges upsetting the balance between form and function?
Letters: Power from waste, nuclear and waves; roof collapses, corrosion risks, water meters, surprise read Cover story: With the new Wembley Stadium nearing completion, construction director Mike Richardson talks to NCE
Rail: Network Rail CEG John Annitt talks about maintenance strategy, plus unblocking a WCML bottleneck, Waterloo & City Line blockade
ICE News: ICE's latest guide to becoming professionally qualified, members views sought, G&Scompetition 30 ClassifJeds
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