Confessions of a tower block fan

Article Abstract:

In 1968 a gas explosion occurred in Ronan Point, a 22-storey tower block in Newham, East London, and a corner of the building collapsed killing five. It was rebuilt and the residents brought back but an inspection 10 years later revealed more danger and everyone was rehoused. Subsequently Ronan Point and its seven identical block companions were demolished and over 300 houses and flats have been erected on the site. There are still many high rise blocks in the area but no more are being built. People are tending more to buy their homes although many lifetime residents of the area complain that home ownership has meant the scattering of their families.

Innovations, Safety and security measures, Public housing, High-rise apartment buildings, High rise apartment buildings

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Employees become the key consideration

Article Abstract:

Companies have improved their attitude to employees when relocating, and are using specialist firms to take away from staff the worry of moving, enabling them to focus on business. A survey by Black Horse indicates that only 33% of companies saw schools and spouses' jobs as a potential problems, despite 90% of parents worrying about schools and 50% of those relocating having a partner with a job. Some relocation firms find schools and offer counselling for families, besides taking over housing negotiations.

Social aspects, Business relocation

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Trading places with Mr Patten

Article Abstract:

Sophisticated expatriates returning to the UK cannot believe the low house prices of 1992. They like London or properties within commuting distance of London. They tend to prefer a house and garden after living in flats abroad but need something renovated or new as they may be moving away again within a short time. Bath, England is popular for its style, career opportunites and lower prices than the Home Counties.

Marketing, Housing, House buying, Home buying, Bath, England, Expatriation

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