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Pair build rapport with young

Nov 23 2007 by Iain Laing, The Journal

STAFF from Frank Haslam Milan (FHM) North-East swapped blueprints for chalkboards, going back to school to give pupils a lesson in site safety. Simon Ferry and Rachel Webster from the company’s resident liaison team visited Moorside Primary School in Consett, County Durham, to warn pupils of the dangers of trespassing and playing on building sites.

The talks are part of the company’s commitment to community involvement and local people’s welfare.

Through its partnership with Derwentside Homes, the group is modernising 2,000 properties in the district over three years.

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