The FMB Small House Builder’s Survey will be revealed tonight (16 December) at the Federation of Master Builders' (FMB) Winter Parliamentary Reception on the House of Commons Terrace.
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.
In response to the spread of COVID-19 and in accordance with the guidance produced by the government and Public Health England, BSRIA and CIOB have released their statements to help combat the virus.
Building contractors, specialist subcontractors and manufacturers throughout the UK are being advised to talk to their regional framework partners as quickly as possible if they are struggling to deliver any public sector works.
Construction work on Edinburgh’s Trams to Newhaven scheme will come to a halt this week to protect workers and residents during the coronavirus crisis.
The chief executive of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) has called on the government to expedite plans to support self-employed workers in the UK.
The UK construction industry must assist the UK government and public in the coronavirus ‘war effort’ says Mike Leonard, visiting professor in manufacturing and construction at Birmingham City University.
The construction industry should donate their personal protective equipment to local healthcare communities, says the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB).
In light of the ongoing battle with COVID-19, Transport for London (TfL) and Crossrail have joined the abundance of companies to close construction sites.
Interserve Construction has been named preferred bidder by the Department for Education to design and build the new Saddleworth School in Oldham worth £25m.
Morgan Sindall has been appointed to deliver planning and design on the first phase of a major project to build Southampton’s first all-through school, St Marks.
The ExCel London will be converted into a hospital to care for coronavirus patients, the secretary of state for health and social care, Matt Hancock has announced.
ISG, Bovis Homes and Barratt Developments are amongst the latest contractors to close down their construction sites to help ensure people are protected against Covid-19.
London developer Galliard Homes has announced that it will close all of its construction sites across London with immediate effect – with the exception of important safety works.
Willmott Dixon has been appointed to build the University of Lincoln’s £7m agri-food research and development (R&D) facility at Peppermint Park, South Lincolnshire Food Enterprise Zone (FEZ) in Holbeach.
Boris Johnson has ordered people to stay at home and banned gatherings of more than two people, while construction sites remain open despite social distancing measures.
Businesses will be able to access government support from today (23 March) to keep operating in the face of the global economic emergency brought on by coronavirus.
