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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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A decade of debate, design and deals – UKCW Birmingham announces first guest speakers and key features

As it prepares to celebrate a decade as the UK’s biggest event for the built environment, UK Construction Week (UKCW) has announced its first confirmed big name speakers for this autumn’s show in Birmingham.

Regional delivery key to meeting UK construction and infrastructure targets

New industry report urges government to prioritise local funding, skills development, and procurement reform to unlock national construction goals.

A major new initiative aims to strengthen structural engineering across Sub-Saharan Africa

The Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE), in collaboration with the Commonwealth Engineers’ Council (CEC), has launched a Pan-African Structural Engineering Knowledge Partnership to help scale up engineering capacity and resilience across the continent.

National Water Strategy needed, say Independent Water Commission

The final report from the Independent Water Commission has been published today, making several recommendations to overhaul the nation’s water infrastructure.

New NISTA infrastructure pipeline tool launched

NISTA have launched a new infrastructure pipeline tool allowing developers to keep track of 780 projects and programmes.

Delivering real social value for the public sector

In an era of constrained budgets and growing challenges, from ongoing economic uncertainty and lasting effects of Covid-19 to cost of living pressures, public sector organisations must do more than ever.

Who’s exhibiting at UK Construction Week Birmingham? Explore the 2025 line-up

UK Construction Week Birmingham returns to the NEC from 30 September to 2 October, and the countdown has officially begun. With the exhibitor list now live, it's time to start planning your visit to the UK's largest built environment event.

Build-to-Rent Alliance formed as sector growth stifled

The Build-to-Rent Alliance, comprised of the British Property Federation and the Association for Rental Living, will support the BTR sector.

Does the Planning & Infrastructure Bill go far enough?

Alan Coleman, relationship director at Secure Trust Bank Real Estate Finance, explores the risks with the Planning and Infrastructure Bill.

Galliford Try appointed to design EV infrastructure mobility hubs in Dumfries and Galloway

Galliford Try have been appointed by Dumfries and Galloway Council to design their Mobility Hubs, consisting of EV infrastructure.

Mental health facility offers clever design and a safe haven for patients and staff

Highgate East mental health facility in North London was the Healthcare Development winner at the Secured by Design 2025 Awards.

Glenigan July 2025 Construction Review shows slow recovery

Glenigan's July 2025 Construction Review shows that recovery in the industry is going slower than many desire.

Parliamentary group launches new inquiry into housebuilding targets

The reformed All-Party Parliamentary Group for Excellence in the Built Environment (APPGEBE)  has announced a new inquiry into ‘How can we build 1.5m quality homes in this Parliament?’

Barbour ABI industry analysis shows boom for infrastructure contracts

The latest Barbour ABI industry analysis shows a small boom for the infrastructure sector thanks to investment from the spending review.

£2bn housing boost: A step forward, but more is needed to solve the crisis

Robbie Blackhurst of the Centre for Construction Best Practice analyses the Spring Statement's likely impact on the housing crisis, skills and planning.

The grey belt: A golden opportunity?

The government’s plan to make it easier to build on green belt is likely to have limited impact on housebuilding in the short term, writes Joe Ridgeon of Hedley Planning.

UK Construction Week Birmingham 2025: Key themes and leading companies to watch

UK Construction Week Birmingham 2025 returns this October, bringing together over 20,000 construction professionals and 300+ brands under one roof.

Remove area-based threshold for medium-sized construction sites, say NFB

The National Federation of Builders has criticised the one-hectare limit on the government's proposed medium-sized construction site.

DLA Town Planning expands Essex presence in strategic collaboration with PJB Planning

DLA Town Planning Ltd, a leading firm of Chartered Town Planners established in 1989, is pleased to announce a strategic collaboration with PJB Planning. This partnership marks a significant step in DLA’s continued expansion across the East and South East of England, with a particular focus on strengthening its footprint in Essex.

Planning Inspectorate launches online appeals service

Following a successful pilot with five London boroughs, the new online appeals service is set to be rolled out nationally.

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