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Mace appoints Martin Feakes as new head of engineering

Mace has announced the appointment of Martin Feakes as the new group head of civil and structural engineering.

Designing homes with MMC for the Future Homes Standard

At a time when housing is so desperately needed and demand far outweighs the supply, Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) could be the answer to deliver homes quickly, sustainably, and in volume explains Saint-Gobain Off-Site Solutions.

Water infrastructure lessons from one of the UK’s driest counties

David Meek, CEO of This Land, explores the challenges facing Cambridgeshire's water infrastructure and how planners and developers can optimise their designs accordingly.

How to foster an improved culture of safety in construction and attract new talent

Dominic Ashley-Timms, CEO of performance consultancy Notion, examines how those managing work sites can foster an improved culture of safety in construction and motivation to improve efficiency and attract the next generation.

Notices of administration filed across Osborne Group

Osborne Construction Ltd, Osborne Group Holdings and Osborne Homes Ltd has joined Geoffrey Osborne Ltd in filing notices of administration.

Scotland to introduce new Scottish Building Safety Levy

The Scottish government has gained approval from the UK government for its independent Building Safety Levy on developers aimed at financing cladding remediation.

What’s new in The Building Safety Act?

The cementing of the Building Safety Act will see April 2024 marked as a significant month for UK construction, as Bal Manak, construction partner at Square One Law, explains.

AtkinsRéalis meets new biodiversity net gain legislation with geospatial approach

AtkinsRéalis has created a new solution to streamline the processes involved in biodiversity net gain management and meet the new legislation in England.

Morgan Sindall secures Major Construction Works Framework

Morgan Sindall Construction’s Eastern Counties business has been appointed to Norfolk County Council’s (NCC) Major Construction Works Framework.

How to solve RAAC in the private sector

The failings identified with RAAC should not be seen simply as an issue for schools, hospitals and other public sector buildings. Dan Haynes, director, head of building surveying at AtkinsRéalis, says it is very much an issue for the private sector too, and should be subject to regular monitoring.

How 3D visualisation can unlock circular construction

Martin Huber, CEO and co-founder of 3D modelling and spatial data company Amrax, discusses how 3D visualisation can help construction firms embed deeper circularity.

Insights into local authority housing delivery

NHBC, the UK’s leading independent provider of warranty and insurance for new build homes, has brought together some of the leaders of local authority development to share their thoughts about this important aspect of housing.

Adopting a circular economy model to fast track the built environment’s transition to net zero

As population growth fuels demand for new buildings and materials, the construction industry faces a pivotal moment. Embracing a circular economy model is crucial to reducing waste and emissions while meeting future demands, explains Summit Rosenberg, associate, KOMPAS VC.

Michael Gove puts London Wall West on hold

Similar to his intervention on the Marks & Spencer Oxford Street store redevelopment, levelling up secretary Michael Gove has put the London Wall West development on hold.

Homes England grant scheme and S106 agreements are not working in harmony

Luke Simmons of Cora looks at the Homes England grant scheme, its unintended consequences on the housing market and suggests a way it could be made to work better.

Northern Ireland extends time limit for defective building claims

Communities minister Gordon Lyons told the Stormont Assembly on Monday 15 April, that the time limit for owners to make compensation claims in defective buildings is to be extended.

Supply Chain Engagement Toolkit: Driving innovation in the construction sector

Leeds Beckett University is working with public procurement framework YORhub to create a Supply Chain Engagement Toolkit to drive innovation and boost opportunity for small businesses.

County Durham facade specialist ARGLA goes into adminstration

Architectural Glass and Aluminium Limited (ARGLA) has entered administration, with all 43 employees left jobless.

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