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Planning and Infrastructure Bill becomes law

The Planning and Infrastructure Bill has entered into law with Royal Assent yesterday, lending some much needed certainty to the industry.

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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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Sandbach housing scheme gets the go-ahead

Planning permission has been granted on a housing scheme in Sandbach, Cheshire, which is set to deliver 165 new homes.

How long will it be before robots build everything?

As technology and AI gallop forward, robotics are making inroads into construction. Will there come a point where they can replace humans entirely?

Upper Orwell Crossings project scrapped

Suffolk County Council has halted plans for three bridges across the River Orwell in Ipswich, as costs spiralled and additional financial backing was unsuccessful.

Man arrested on suspicion of modern slavery in construction

A 49-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of modern slavery offences within the construction industry as part of a National Crime Agency (NCA) investigation.

Mick George Ltd land Northstowe education campus package

Having gained approval in Q4 2018, development is now underway on the creation of Cambridgeshire’s largest education campus at Northstowe.

Work begins on £18m Nottingham student accommodation development

Contractor nmcn has announced that works have commenced on the £18m Nottingham student accommodation development on Talbot Street.

FRC offers further information on Carillion investigation

The Financial Reporting Council (FRC) has provided further information regarding its investigation into the Carillion collapse.

Innovative concrete to transform urban environments

A team from the University of Dundee say they are able to replicate colours within cement pastes and concretes in a move that could transform the look of urban environments and landmarks.

Disgruntled builder smashes up Travelodge

A disgruntled builder has been filmed smashing up a new Travelodge in Liverpool – allegedly due to unpaid wages amounting to £600.

Micro-homes will help ease London’s housing crisis, says new report

Micro-homes could be a partial solution for cities like London to expand choice for young professionals and help combat the housing crisis, according to a new report.

UK construction growth downgraded as Brexit uncertainty continues

The outlook for the UK’s construction industry has been downgraded, as Brexit-related uncertainty intensifies, according to the Construction Products Association’s latest forecasts.

Major milestone reached for Glasgow healthcare projects

BAM Construction has closed a deal on two healthcare projects which are being delivered for NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde by hub West Scotland.

National Gallery interiors to be updated by Willmott Dixon

Willmott Dixon Interiors have been chosen to transform key areas of the iconic National Gallery in London.

CECA urge government to promote a collaborative rail sector

Civil engineering contractors have urged the government to promote a more collaborative rail sector in order to deliver a world-class railway.

Adding value, expertise and service to cost-effective construction solutions

With eight decades of experience behind it, voestalpine Metsec plc is pioneering offsite framing in the construction industry.

Construction work starts on Speke housing development

Work has begun on a multi-million pound development which will provide much-needed family homes in Speke, with up to 26 modular homes available to move into this Spring.

Digbeth residential scheme gets green light

The go-ahead has been given for the transformation of the highly anticipated Connaught Square scheme in Digbeth, Birmingham.

Network Rail awards £420m worth of rail projects

Network Rail has announced that BAM Nuttall and QTS Group have won framework contracts to deliver a range of rail projects across Scotland and North East England over the next five years.

SFO opens suspected fraud investigation on construction projects

The Serious Fraud Office (SFO) has opened an investigation into suspected fraud on three construction projects in Manchester and Liverpool.

The hitchhiker’s guide to mediation

Dispute resolution through mediation can avoid the uncertainty, cost and rancour of court proceedings, Peter Vinden of The Vinden Partnership explains how it works.

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