We do expect them to submit a bid, but if they don鈥檛, we have a plan B. But they are a world-class company and they are very interested in the project. ODA chief executive David Higgins on Balfour Beatty鈥檚 aquatic centre bid.

There is no question of cost overruns on this job. The government has made that clear. It鈥檚 such a huge project we鈥檝e got to keep a very tight discipline on it. Crossrail chairman Doug Oakervee after receiving the final go-ahead for the 拢16bn London rail link.

We would say that there are less than 100 homes out there which are zero carbon. A spokesman from the Home Builders Federation comments on those lucky householders who will benefit from the Treasury鈥檚 stamp duty exemption.

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