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UK housebuilding viability at a 15 year low, according to HBF

UK housebuilding viability is at its lowest in 15 years due to decreasing confidence, approval rates, and increasing costs.

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ICW: Partnerships built on trust

In the dynamic world of property development, a builder’s reputation is one of their most valuable assets. Today’s homebuyers expect more than just high-quality design and materials; they demand long-term peace of mind. For developers, navigating construction, finance and risk management requires not just a clear strategy but reliable partners.

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Interserve starts work on £14.5m West Yorkshire CAMHS unit

Interserve has started work on the £14.5m mental health inpatient unit for young people in West Yorkshire, the joint venture between LCH and LYPFT is being built on the former St Mary’s Hospital site in Armley, Leeds.

Preferred route revealed for £1bn A66 upgrades

Highways England has revealed the preferred route for the £1bn upgrade to northern Trans-Pennine route, the A66.

East Lothian architect handed £1,500 fine

Architect Alan James Sheerin of Haddington has been handed a £1,500 fine following a finding of serious professional incompetence (SPI).

Construction contract awards drop by 36.4% in April

The value of construction contract awards in April fell by 36.4% on the previous month, as the Covid-19 crisis continues to impact construction activity.

Graham wins M25 improvement scheme

Graham has secured a contract with Highways England to deliver improvements to the M25 Junction 25.

Scottish Government reveals plans for phased return of construction

The Scottish Government has announced tentative steps to get the construction sector in Scotland back to work from 28 May.

Go-ahead for final phase of Old Vinyl Factory masterplan

The final residential phase of U+I’s Old Vinyl Factory masterplan has been given the green light at Hillingdon Council’s first ever virtual planning committee.

SIG abandons building solutions sale to Kingspan

SIG has abandoned its proposed deal with Kingspan, as the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) confirms it will cancel its Phase 2 merger investigation into the takeover.

Video Mediation in Construction Disputes

As the UK begins its slow journey back to work and becomes accustomed to working in a Covid-19 present world, it is no surprise that there has been a surge in disputes and companies looking for restructuring advice.

Graham wins contract for King’s College Hospital

Graham has been appointed through Procure22 to undertake a broad programme of works for King's College Hospital in London, this includes increasing the support and treatment capabilities for Covid-19 patients.

Laing O’Rourke to deliver £160m residential tower in Salford

Laing O’Rourke has been chosen by developer One Heritage to deliver a 55-storey residential tower at Greengate in Salford.

Tolent to deliver 260 new homes across North East and Yorkshire

Contractor Tolent has secured five new contracts worth £38m to deliver 260 new homes across the North East and Yorkshire.

86% of construction sites now open across England and Wales

86% of infrastructure and construction sites in England and Wales are now open, according to figures from trade body Build UK.

Building work begins on new Spen Valley Leisure Centre

Kier has commenced work on the construction of the new £15m leisure centre that will improve the leisure offer for the residents in the Spen Valley.

Housebuilder Vistry returns to 70% production capacity

Housebuilder Vistry Group has revealed 70% of normal production capacity has already been restored, as its teams get used to the new Covid-safe operating procedures.

Atkins wins third Ecological Services Framework

Atkins have been appointed to work with Environment Agency to restore UK rivers and wetland, and support natural flood management.

Green light for HS2 Old Oak Common station

Plans for the HS2 Old Oak Common station have been given the green light, which will allow work to progress on building the largest new railway station ever built in the UK.

Cut VAT in construction for a green recovery, urges report

The government should cut VAT on renovating buildings, in line with the VAT on new builds, to help revitalise the construction industry after coronavirus, says a new report from Green Alliance

Local procurement shakeup to tackle construction SMEs’ recession fears

LHC has restructured its regional branches to help councils and construction SMEs avoid some of the worst economic inequalities post-Covid.

What is more precarious than a knife edge: The construction industry

As codes of conduct relating to payment terms see some improvement, Covid-19 is sadly going to place an unsustainable burden again on the construction supply chain.

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