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Comedian Jasper Carrott has been inducted into Birmingham's Walk of Stars pavement trail with his name appearing on a second bespoke paving stone made by Charcon Specialist. The Croft-based pre-cast concrete manufacturer was commissioned to design and manufacture the Walk of Stars' commemorative paving stones by the Broad Street Business improvement District. The organisation is responsible for the city's entertainment and business district where the Walk of Stars is located. Jasper Carrott was presented with his star by the Lord Mayor of Birmingham, councillor Randal Brew. The Midlands born comedian said: "To be presented with such an award by the people of the city where I was born and bred can only be regarded as the ultimate honour."

Hard landscaping specialist Charcon has supplied over 400 square metres of its environmentally friendly EcoPave Flag Paving to Wimpey Homes for installation at its new Dunston Staiths development in Gateshead. Developed to optimise the manufacturing processes while minimising the usage of raw materials, Charcon's Eco range has been specifically created with green credentials in mind. Alan Hodgson, Charcon's territory sales manager, said: 'Containing over 76% of recycled materials, EcoPave Flag Paving has been developed to meet the growing need for sustainable hard landscaping. Having seen the development and Wimpey Homes' plans, EcoPave in Black Fleck was ideal for the project.'

Initially developed as a signature product, Andover Washed block paving from Charcon is now widely available for use on pedestrian schemes. Incorporating granite aggregates and white cement, the blocks are manufactured in a semi-dry process and the face surface then washed to give its finish. It is available in Silver Grey, Anthracite Grey and Buff, and can be laid in a herringbone pattern to withstand vehicular traffic with its chamferless profile providing a smooth riding surface.

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