What I Own: A £78,500 ex-shop in Manchester
Step inside Estelle Bilson's quirky Manchester home, a former corner shop bought for £78,500. Discover her vintage style secrets and how she and her husband keep costs at £1,000pcm.
Step inside Estelle Bilson's quirky Manchester home, a former corner shop bought for £78,500. Discover her vintage style secrets and how she and her husband keep costs at £1,000pcm.
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Architect Martin Cook warns against repeating PFI mistakes for NHS buildings, citing poor design quality and escalating maintenance costs. Learn why this procurement model failed.
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