The UK government’s plans to prematurely cut incentives for solar photovoltaic installations through the Feed-in-Tariff scheme have been ruled as legally flawed by the high court, following a two day hearing. The government could now be forced to delay its plans, enabling many more consumers to benefit from the changes and claim the higher tariffs. Envi... [more]
UK in urgent need for innovative solutions to prevent pothole repairs
The RAC and the AA have published the results of two new surveys highlighting the critical condition of the UK’s road network and the increased demand for pothole repairs. According to the RAC survey, three quarters of patrol drivers consider the condition of rural roads to be poor or very poor, with two thirds also highlighting the inadequate condition... [more]
JPCS celebrates 805kw of ground mounted solar installations and welcomes RHI
National renewable energy contractor JPCS is celebrating the completion of a 6 week programme to construct just under a substantial 1MWp worth of ground mounted solar photovoltaic installations across the UK, ahead of reductions in the Government’s Feed-In-Tariff scheme. Peter Shone, managing director at JPCS said: “Throughout November and December... [more]
Local governments get ready for bad weather with winter maintenance plans
UK local governments are becoming better equipped and investing in getting ready for winter sooner and more effectively, according to the Winter Readiness Survey for 2011-12, for example by deploying winter maintenance plans. Published earlier this month, the survey found that local councils are continuing to improve their winter resilience, being well e... [more]
Winter maintenance tips – follow our ‘Snow Code’
Winter is finally here - are you ready? In 2010 we experienced the coldest December on record in the UK for 100 years, with many homes and businesses making headlines for the levels of winter damage and subsequent losses suffered. Whilst we cannot predict the weather for this winter, it's really important to make sure you are fully prepared – especially... [more]
£50bn investment in infrastructure and road construction anticipated
A £50bn infrastructure programme to include road construction is set to be unveiled the by the Government in this month’s Autumn Statement, driven by CBI lobbying and pressure from the construction industry to support investment in the sector. Funding for the programme, which will include road construction and social housing, will be generated from the... [more]
JPCS appoints Jenny Neville as Business Development Director
Following continued strong market performance and business growth, national energy and infrastructure contractor JPCS has appointed a new executive director, Jenny Neville, to drive and develop the company’s business development strategy. Former business development director at national property maintenance company PH Jones - where she was appointed to ... [more]
Recognition for leadership excellence for JPCS
A Cheshire company that maintains the highways and byways of Great Britain and pioneered the installation of ground mounted solar panels has received a Jury Commendation for Leadership in the 2011 UK Excellence Award process. Cheshire-based JPCS was established in 1993 by managing director Peter Shone and has grown into a £10 million turnover business wo... [more]
Health and safety accreditation for JPCS
National highways maintenance company JPCS has been re-awarded CHAS accreditation, following a thorough assessment of its safety processes and standards. CHAS is the Contractors Health and Safety Assessment Scheme, dedicated to completing health and safety pre-qualification assessments to a nationally recognised and accepted threshold standard. The ach... [more]
Cheshire wins National Award for pothole repairs
Cheshire West and Chester Council have won a top national award for reported pothole repairs. The Pot Hole Response honour is from CTC - the UK National Cyclists Organisation. The Council also topped the CTC league for both the ‘speed of fixing’ and ‘quality of repairs’ category in the People’s Vote section for pothole repairs. This success r... [more]
