HomePlanning & Construction News
Planning & Construction News

Last week’s Budget… I don’t think we’re there yet

Tom O’Brien, director, O’Brien Contractors, reflects on the construction commitments made in last week’s Autumn Budget and why these need to go further.

The Procurement Act 2023: What subcontractors need to know in 2026

LHC Procurement Group launches new £2.34 billion public buildings framework

Why the draft London Plan could cost the capital £41bn a year – and how to plug the gap

Britain (and Burnham’s) new build drought

Planning & Construction News

The Latest Planning & Construction News

ICW Group – Building Warranties and Building Control

ICW Group – Providing Building Warranties and Building Control with excellent customer service, we provide first-rate customer service.

ICW Stakeholder Showcase

The Latest Planning & Construction News

UK Build to Rent must become mainstream, says LRG expert

Justine Edmonds of LRG has written a statement with her thoughts on the future of the UK Build to Rent sector.

Majority of grey belt developments to be built on undeveloped green belt land

New research from the CPRE countryside charity has found that most grey belt developments are actually taking up untouched green belt land.

UK mayoral funding package announced for homes and high streets

A new UK mayoral funding package is being allocated to six regions which are having new mayors instated to direct the funds.

November 2025 PMI drops to lowest since 2020

The November 2025 PMI paints a bleak picture of the previous month, with the sharpest drop for several sectors in over five years.

CIBSE ‘Building Performance Reimagined – What’s Next?’ conference explores policy insights and practical strategies

CIBSE’s recent conference, ‘Building Performance Reimagined – What’s Next?’, brought together senior engineers, architects, innovators and policymakers at the Royal Society in London to explore the evolving challenges and opportunities within building performance.

Homes England partnership milestone reached with EMCCA

The 10th Homes England partnership has been agreed with the EMCCA, allowing Homes England to better work with leaders in the East Midlands.

Construction material costs the single largest threat to the industry

A survey from SafeSite Facilities has found that most firms rate construction material costs as the biggest issue they face currently.

While Irish housing shortage worsens, many offices stand empty

The Chartered Institute of Building has released new research finding that the Irish housing shortage could be aided via office conversions.

Homes England infrastructure grant worth £23m to regenerate London

A new Homes England infrastructure grant has been awarded to Transport for London to support up to 30,000 new homes in London.

[VIDEO]Government launches new online appeal service for local planning authorities

The Planning Inspectorate has announced that the new online appeals service is now available to all local planning authorities (LPAs) in England.

Autumn Budget allocating £7.3bn to UK road repair

Money has been put aside for every region in England to tackle at least some of the UK’s road repair backlog Many potholes are set...

Construction industry bodies react to Autumn Budget 2025

Yesterday, Rachel Reeves delivered the Autumn Budget 2025, putting an end to speculation. Here, we have compiled several industry reactions.

Autumn Budget 2025: “Getting spades in the ground and cranes in the sky”

The much anticipated Autumn 2025 Budget has been announced- read more about what it means for UK construction here.

[VIDEO] Heathrow’s third runway plan wins out over Arora

The Department for Transport has chosen the more expensive proposal for a third runway at Heathrow Airport, selecting the airport's own £33bn plan over the Arora Group, which was expected to cost slightly over £25bn.

HBF: The chancellor’s Autumn Budget must prioritise housing viability and first-time buyers

Emma Ramell of the Home Builders Federation (HBF) discusses why first-time buyer support will be make-or-break for the housebuilding industry.

62% of Britons do not like the idea of moving to new towns

Moving to new towns is still an unpopular idea among the British population, finds a new poll by YouGov, with 62% not liking the idea.

Northern Irish construction costs affecting homeowners, say FMB

The Federation of Master Builders' latest survey finds that Northern Irish construction costs are pricing out many homeowners.

“A pivotal moment” – Why the government must support UK masonry

We interviewed Keith Aldis, chairman of the Masonry Association of Great Britain, to discuss the state of UK masonry.

RTPI publishes how Autumn Budget can provide support for UK planners

The RTPI has reiterated their wishes for the Autumn Budget, and how it can improve support for UK planners.

FMB calls for scrapping of the landfill tax exemption

The Federation of Master Builders have stated that the proposal for the landfill exemption tax removal must be reconsidered for SME's.
1...192021...421Page 20 of 421

Related News

Construction Services

Advertisements

Planning & Construction

Featured Planning News

News.
Analysis.
Opinion.

The Planning, Building & Construction Today website is the place to come for compelling and informative features, news and products for a diverse audience serving a wide construction sector.

© Adjacent Digital Politics Ltd