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UK faces £1.6tn gap in infrastructure spending

The accountancy firm EY has published a report demonstrating a missing £1.6tn gap in infrastructure spending.

RIBA announces shortlist for Fleming Centre design competition

The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has announced the shortlist for The Fleming Centre competition at St Mary’s Hospital, Paddington on behalf of Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.

The must-see events at UK Construction Week Birmingham 2024 

The UK's largest built environment event, UK Construction Week 2024, is taking place from 1-3 October at the NEC in Birmingham.

CCN warning for government: be wary of ‘developer free for all’

The County Councils Network (CCN) have published a statement warning the government that planning reforms may risk 'excessive' targets putting pressure on local services.

BCC says planning reform must move quickly

The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has released a statement calling on the government to swiftly reform planning.

SFS facilitates faster fixing of tapered insulation over steel decks with BSA system launch

The new SFS BSA adjustable fastening system allows for faster fixing of tapered insulation over steel decks- as well as being suitable for PIR and steel wool.

Construction industry reacts as Keir Starmer gives first keynote speech as leader

Speaking at the Labour Party Conference in Liverpool, prime minister Keir Starmer said that his plans will be "tough in the short-term, but in the long-term it’s the right thing to do for our country."

GroundsFest 2024: a hub for landscaping professionals

The Re-flow team recently made an appearance at the UK's premier event for landscaping and grounds management, GroundsFest 2024.

Brownfield passports could speed-up housebuilding

CPRE, the countryside charity, has said that brownfield passports could speed-up housebuilding processes for 1.5m new homes.

450,000 new homes needed in 2029 to meet Labour 1.5m target

A report has been published stating that, to meet the target of 1.5m homes, the government will need to deliver 450,000 homes in 2029.

Work begins on Belfast’s first Passivhaus student accomodation

Work has begun on the first-ever Passivhaus student accomodation in Belfast, delivered by GRAHAM.

UK architecture still experiencing planning delays

UK architecture is still being bogged down by delays in spite of a positive outlook, says latest RIBA Future Trends report.

How to reduce risk and disputes over plot plans for new builds

Boundary disputes over plot plans are a common issue that can have costly implications and cause delays. Tina Khanna, conveyancing director of RG Law, shares some simple steps that can help avoid wasted costs and delays in the lifecycle of a development.

Essex development achieves Secured by Design Gold Award

A large housing development in Essex has been purchased by the local authority for the benefit of residents, having achieved a Secured by Design Gold Award for incorporating crime prevention measures into its landscaping and the physical security of its buildings.

RIBA Reinvention Award 2024 shortlist announced

The shortlist for the RIBA Reinvention Award 2024 has been announced, recognising the most creative reuse of buildings.

Report urges clients to be wary amidst rising construction spending

Clients should stay vigilant as the industry prepares for an upsurge in construction spending, warns new Turner & Townsend report.

New Towns Taskforce holds first meeting

The New Towns Taskforce has held its first meeting and is pushing towards identifying potential new town sites.

HS2 unveils new design for Birmingham Curzon Street Station

HS2 has revealed the newest updates to Birmingham Curzon Street Station in new designs intended to enhance passenger experience.

Birmingham’s Perry Barr development achieve SBD Gold standard

A number of residential apartments and commercial units within Birmingham’s Perry Barr development, including extra care homes, have achieved Secured by Design (SBD) Gold Awards for their security features.

Glenigan September review shows construction starts down

Glenigan has released their September Construction Review, showing that construction starts are down as the industry awaits the October budget.

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