As technology advances within electric power tools, unfortunately so do the tools and tactics which thieves use to break in and steal equipment. Thieves are becoming more sophisticated and are using methods to break into vehicles which leave no sign of damage; mainly be taking advantage of a security flaw in keyless vehicles. The popular ‘relay’ method is carried out using an illegal device which replicates the signal from your car or van’s key fob. So, not only are work tools at risk, so is the actual vehicle itself.

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The Royal College of Physicians, the Royal college of Paediatrics and Child Health, BRE and the ARCc network released a report revealing the lack of robust longitudinal, shared Indoor Air Quality 9IAQ0 profiles, associated health consequences and datasets across the national housing stock. Recommendations included revising building regulations and reducing pollutant emissions from construction materials and home improvement products.

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Contrary to typical opinion, full smart automation right across the home is affordable and can be retrofitted into any property, from cottages to apartments to semi-detached houses, making it more accessible than ever for any homeowner. All signs suggest we are moving towards an automated age. The main benefits to owning smart devices include:

• Increase the overall value of your home
• Save money by managing your energy more efficiently
• Increased security via wi-fi connected CCTV

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