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.
UK construction output showed an unexpected improvement in September, following two months of falling output. However, outlook has dimmed as survey reveals weakest trend for new orders since recovery began in 2020.
Two affordable and homeless housing projects in Wales from Beattie Passive have won industry awards for social value delivered and building performance.
The second annual social value benchmarking report has revealed that over £1bn of economic, social and environmental improvements were made by the UK construction industry last year.
Plans for homeless housing in Kidderminster have been approved by Wyre Forest District Council, providing a more cost-effective solution to temporary accommodation for the homeless.
A new Salford-based housing project by Seddon has adapted to Passivhaus design standards to create fuel efficient and affordable housing in light of Salford being named an 'energy crisis hotspot' by Grassroots organisation.
Winvic has been appointed by the developer to deliver the first four sustainable industrial facilities for PLP at their South Caldecotte site in Milton Keynes.
Northstone’s plans for a 208 home energy efficient development, including 71 affordable homes in Bolton at the Horwich Golf Club site, have been approved by Bolton Council.
Modular housing could be the solution to the housing crisis, delivering houses 50% faster and half emissions in the process , Make UK Modular has claimed.
Leicester City Council grants planning permission for a new social housing development in Rushey Mead to alleviate pressures on the city's social housing system.
Tolent has been awarded a £15m contract to build the HICSA skills academy in Sunderland, which will provide ‘next generation skills for next generation homes’.
Winvic Construction Ltd has been awarded its first contract within National Highways’ new Scheme Delivery Framework (SDF) to carry out an emergency bridge repair.
As property prices fall the first time this year, industry voices are beginning to wonder if a housing market crash is on the horizon for the UK. PBC Today explores the reasons a housing market crash may-or may not- happen.
HS2 Ltd, the Department for Transport, and Camden Council have agreed on a deal in principle to rehouse residents impacted by the construction work on Regent’s Park estate.
The Kex Gill re-alignment project on the A59 has been awarded to John Sisk & Son by North Yorkshire County Council, pending funding approval from the DfT.
