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.
Lanpro analysis on government figures show that at current rates, only half of the 300,000 homes needed yearly to achieve the 1.5m new homes target will be delivered.
The Procurement Act 2023 represents more than just a legal framework: it is a shift in how the public sector works with delivery partners to achieve real outcomes for tenants and communities.
Planning consultancy Lichfields has released the results of its research, finding that local plans for health facilities are consistently under-delivering. The report calls for stronger coordination in healthcare planning to bring local policy closer to national goals.
Taking place on 30 September – 2 October 2025 at NEC Birmingham, this year marks a decade of driving progress, showcasing innovation, and shaping the future of the built environment.
From big name speakers and unrivalled networking to the latest product launches and live demonstrations, UK Construction Week (UKCW) Birmingham - the UK’s biggest event for the built environment - will showcase the very best the industry has to offer.
The UK’s biggest event for the built environment, UK Construction Week (UKCW) Birmingham, returns to the NEC this September for three packed days of big name speakers, CPD-accredited talks, live demonstrations, product launches, technical workshops, and unrivalled networking.
