Growth trend continues
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Construction orders have shown an upward trend in the UK since 1992, with south-east England having the highest growth. Experts expect the trend to continue until the end of the century but anticipate a downturn thereafter. Building costs have risen by 2.4% in the year to Jul 1998 but analysts expect this figure to rise to 4-6% in 1999. Materials price rises have been below 2%, but skills shortages have induced pay increases averaging 10-15%. Recent changes in construction industry conditions include activity by the Inland Revenue to tighten self-employment regulations.
Publication Name: Architects' Journal
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0003-8466
Year: 1998
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A growing trade
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The taking of hostages has become increasingly common in a number of countries in West Africa and elsewhere, including Iran. There were 791 reported incidents in 1995, and 1,407 in 1997, according to Hiscox Group, an insurer. Hostage taking can be lucrative and attarct attention if hostages are foreign, as well as putting pressure on authorities. The problem is likely to continue and affects toursim. Laws can be passed to tackle hostage taking, but they will be ineffective where the police force is corrupt.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1999
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Midwifery: a growing trend
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A University of Southern California study shows that certified nurse-midwives (CNMs) are as capable as doctors in delivering babies. No infant or maternal deaths were found in 30,000 deliveries overseen by CNMs. The chances of a Caesarean section are also reduced by 13% in deliveries attended by CNMs.
Publication Name: First for Women
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 1040-9467
Year: 1995
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