Using UK architects ‘is killing local industry’

IN the current economic climate, using UK architects and landscape designers is killing Jersey’s industry, local architects have warned.
It is claimed that there is an ‘unprecedented’ number of UK architects working in Jersey on large projects.
Association of Jersey Architects president Mike Waddington has made a plea to politicians on behalf of his members to support local firms.
He said: ‘AJA members are reporting to me that they are concerned about the bite of the UK recession creating an opportunity for UK architects to work in Jersey and they feel now more than ever in need of robust political support for the local profession. Most local practices support and train local young people and we certainly understand Jersey relevance and buildings that fit our Island context.’
The AJA had an extraordinary general meeting on Monday to discuss their concerns. (from thisisjersey)