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Good design and placemaking at the heart of planning reforms

The government has revealed plans to put good design and place-making at the heart of a reformed planning system.

Architect reprimanded for producing inaccurate drawings

ARB’s PCC has issued architect Elliot Goodall of Studio Spicer Architects, with a reprimand after he admitted unacceptable professional conduct (UPC).

Green light for new science and engineering building at MMU

A new state-of-the-art science and engineering building at Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU) has been given the green light.

Bristol architect handed 12-month suspension from register

ARB’s PCC has suspended Matthew Deering of Matthew Deering Architects in Bristol from the Architects Register for unprofessional conduct.

Quik Drive auto-feed screw system goes premium

It’s fast, it’s reliable, it’s ergonomic; it’s a perfect alternative to traditional nailing and screwing. And now the Quik Drive auto-feed screw system comes with a limited lifetime warranty!

Wythenshawe hospital regeneration moves forward

Following the approval of a draft plan by the council, a final version of the Strategic Regeneration Framework for the Wythenshawe hospital and its surrounding campus will be developed for public consultation.

Construction work begins on Muse’s Logic Leeds scheme

Construction has begun on two logistic units at Logic Leeds, Muse Developments’ flagship industrial and distribution hub by Junction 45 of the M1.

Thomas Sinden to deliver council homes at Parham Village

Canterbury City Council has appointed Thomas Sinden to refurbish and remodel existing student accommodation at Parham Village into much-needed council homes.

Scotland has ‘golden opportunity’ to lead cash retention reform

The current practice of withholding cash retentions is hugely damaging for many Scottish construction SMEs and is leading to insolvencies, says Scottish member companies of BESA.

Willmott Dixon secures £18m blue light contracts

Willmott Dixon has secured another blue light contract, as its interiors arm secures projects worth £18m to refurbish existing Metropolitan Police stations in Peckham, Ilford, Colindale and Brixton.

Planning submitted for development on former Ford Airfield

Wates Developments and Redrow Homes have submitted a planning application to create 1,500 new homes on the former Ford Airfield in West Sussex.

How will Budget 2020 impact the construction industry?

Today (11 March) marks the arrival of Budget 2020, as Chancellor Rishi Sunak vows to take further steps to decarbonise the economy and get Britain building.

Volatile construction output figures increase by 1.4%

Construction output increased by 1.4% in the three months to January 2020, according to the latest ONS figures, however, 'underlying long-term growth is still fragile'.

CIP to deliver affordable council homes across Cambridge

Cambridge Investment Partnership continues to deliver brand new affordable council homes across Cambridge with the purchase of a new site in Orchard Park.

Easter offers on Build Aviator’s estimating service – 30th March until 14th April

Build Aviator estimating service is on offer for the Easter period - perfect for your planning and construction projects.

Galliford Try wins £54m contract to replace Scotland’s only female prison

Galliford Try’s Scottish business Morrison Construction has been appointed to build a new women’s national facility, to replace Scotland’s only female prison at Cornton Vale in Stirling.

Springfield wins £18.2m Clyde Gateway contract for Dalmarnock

Springfield Properties has signed an agreement, as part of the Clyde Gateway project with West of Scotland Housing Association (WSHA), for the development of 114 affordable homes and two commercial units in Dalmarnock.

Government ‘not doing enough’ to boost UK infrastructure

A new poll, published by YouGov, has revealed that the majority of those in Britain think the Government is not doing enough to invest in the UK’s trading infrastructure.

Higgins & A2Dominion to deliver mixed-use development in Hanwell

Higgins seals joint venture partnership with A2Dominion to deliver new mixed-use development in Hanwell, West London.

Actis invites roofers to enjoy free CPD training at RCI show

The free CPD training sessions for roofers being offered by Actis are available for up-to-date compliance with a focus on products.

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