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Harriet Clough

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Unlock working capital, strengthen cash flow and protect your buyers with Advantage's latest Deposit Release Bond
Building Control News

Deposit Release Bonds: Liquidity for Developers. Security for Buyers.

Dana James-Edwards discusses the latest research on fairness, inclusion and respect in the construction industry from the FIR programme
HR & Skills News

Measuring fairness, inclusion and respect in the construction workforce

Storm Benjamin is the latest meteorological reminder of the importance of constructing roofs to withstand extreme weather conditions
Energy News

Storm Benjamin underlines importance of constructing wind-proof roofs, says Actis

Across UK infrastructure, software-driven compliance has transformed how teams operate- and nowhere more so than in field management
Construction Software News

Confidently compliant: the everyday impact of field management software

New build modern architecture houses in England UK, representing projects impacted by regulatory bottlenecks
Building Control News

Regulatory bottlenecks threaten housing delivery targets

BIM News

Vectorworks: changing the game for custom residential projects

TICA, BESA and others have joined forces to publish a Heat Pump Insulation Guide covering domestic, commercial and residential installations
Energy News

Trade associations unite to launch Heat Pump Insulation Guide

Grenfell Tower, residential tower block, North Kensington, London, England, severe fire, June 2017, representing mandatory competence for builders
Building Control News

Put people first: why mandatory competence for builders is essential

Oxford, UK – 20th March 2024: The building detail and architectural features of the building located at in Oxford, Oxfordshire, England, United Kingdom, Great Britain, Europe. No people seen in the photograph. Architectural Features of Central Oxford Building Location: Central Oxford, Oxfordshire, England, United Kingdom Date of Photograph: 20th March 2024 The building exhibits a blend of Gothic and Victorian architectural styles, common in central Oxford. The façade is characterised by ornate stone carvings and pointed arches. The structure primarily uses local limestone, which lends a distinctive warm, honey-coloured appearance, typical of many historic buildings in Oxford. Large, arched windows with intricate tracery and stained glass are prominent. The windows are set within deep reveals, providing a sense of depth and shadow. The roofline is punctuated by steeply pitched gables and decorative finials, contributing to the vertical emphasis typical of Gothic architecture. The main entrance features a grand, pointed arch doorway, often adorned with detailed stonework and flanked by columns. Elaborate cornices and parapets run along the building’s edges, incorporating decorative stone motifs such as fleur-de-lis and other heraldic symbols. The building maintains a balanced and symmetrical layout, with a clear emphasis on verticality and proportion. Flying and engaged buttresses are present, providing both structural support and decorative appeal. The architectural style reflects Oxford’s historical significance and its long-standing association with academia and ecclesiastical heritage. This building exemplifies the rich architectural tapestry of central Oxford, seamlessly integrating historical elements with a timeless aesthetic.
Building Control News

Why specialist expertise is essential to preserve the UK’s built heritage...

Young caucasian male custruction worker on a building site looking at a digital tablet. Low angle, horizontal shot with copy space, representing a new ai regulation blueprint
Construction Technology News

New AI regulation blueprint to speed up planning approvals

Male worker throwing sand with shovel against incomplete building. Confident engineer is working at construction site. He is in reflective clothing.
HR & Skills News

Labour shortages deepen as immigration policies tighten

Building Control News

[VIDEO]What to expect when you’re inspecting: Using DorTrak for fire door...

Madrid, Spain cityscape at Calle de Alcala and Gran Via, representing the World of Modular event in Madrid
MMC News

Lita Khazaka recounts her time at World of Modular Madrid Conference...

Aggreko has released a guide for construction managers which explores common misconceptions surrounding battery energy storage systems (BESS)
Energy News

Aggreko launches new guide demystifying use of BESS in construction

The UK’s largest built-environment event — UK Construction Week (UKCW) — returned to Birmingham in 2025 with record attendance, dynamic debate, and a clear message: collaboration and innovation are driving the next phase of the construction industry
Planning & Construction News

Build Warranty takes centre stage at UK Construction Week 2025

LHCPG's Michael McLaughlin explains why a strategic, long-term approach to social value is essential in the upcoming Warm Homes Plan
Energy News

Adding social value to the Warm Homes Plan

12 inspectors from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) will carry out surprise inspections at construction sites in Manchester city centre on Tuesday 21 October
Health & Safety News

HSE announces day of surprise inspections in Manchester city centre construction...

Actis has been known for its innovative approach to developing insulation products since its inception as a pioneer of multifoils in 1980
Energy News

Insulation innovation: Actis’ sustainable products and membranes

How the FARO Blink Imaging Laser Scanner and FARO Sphere XG Digital Reality Platform can assist in water and facility management
Construction Software News

Transforming facility management in water treatment plants

The Stephenson Building at Newcastle University took home the ultimate accolade of “Project of the Year” at the RICS Awards Grand Ceremony
Projects

Revitalised student hub in Newcastle wins RICS UK Project of the...

The Housing Forum, has called for a financial package of support for the housing sector, ahead of Autumn Budget.
Planning & Construction News

The Housing Forum calls for housing sector support in next Autumn...

Diverse business team in a modern office during a meeting, discussing artificial intelligence strategy. Concept of AI innovation, teamwork, leadership, corporate planning, professional collaboration, reperesenting the AI execution gap
Construction Technology News

AI Execution Gap growing in construction- but huge leap ahead projected

Nomad Property has secured a building warranty with deposit protection for luxury apartment development via J3 Advisory
Planning & Construction News

Nomad property secures deposit protection for luxury apartment development

Wide shot front elevation of a vacant property at a housing development site in Northumberland, North East England. The two storey detached house is in the process of being built, there is a gravel area in front of it and orange cones placed around the perimeter of the plot. Behind the house is an area of trees, representing the housing developer contribution levy
Planning & Construction News

Housing developer levy funds fail to reach local communities due to...

Leading figures from across the industry prepare to debate how the sector can meet ambitious housing targets at BEYOND '26 LIVE
Planning & Construction News

Industry leaders say next few years will be ‘transformational’ for UK...

A partnership between Birmingham City Council and Berkeley St Joseph will regenerate Ladywood, bringing new homes, jobs, improved council housing, and community benefits.
Planning & Construction News

Birmingham makes £2.5bn regeneration plan to bring 12,000 new homes to...

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