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ICW: Partnerships built on trust

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.

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Financing that helps you run your construction business

Flexible finance is a crucial element of doing business for many construction firms delivering much-needed homes, buildings and infrastructure. Aldermore’s range of bespoke products can help.

Inverness Castle project takes step towards transformation

The Inverness Castle project has taken a step forward as the architect and creative director are appointed, leading the way for the transformation to begin.

UK public buildings to add Changing Places toilets

New large public buildings in the UK are expected to add Changing Places toilets for severely disabled people, thanks to new government proposals.

Scottish development creates largest EV infrastructure

A developer is “plugging in” to the surging demand for electric vehicles (EVs) by creating the most inclusive charging provision of any development built to date in Scotland.

BAM Nuttall wins Brent Cross South infrastructure contract

BAM Nuttall has been selected as the preferred infrastructure contractor for the Brent Cross South development by the joint venture established between Argent Related and Barnet Council.

Weston Homes to deliver housing on Cambridge Military Hospital

Weston Homes has acquired the Grade II listed Cambridge Military Hospital in Aldershot to deliver a £60m residential conversion project.

GMB welcomes Peabody U-turn to auction off social housing

GMB has welcomed the decision by Peabody Housing Trust not to auction off social housing in Tower Hamlets and to instead allocate it to families on the waiting list.

CMA disqualifies 3 fit-out firm directors

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has secured the disqualification of 3 former directors of office fit-out companies for their involvement in illegal cartel behaviour.

‘World-first’ BBA Certificate for innovative construction membranes

Unique construction membranes proven to protect against moisture and in-ground environmental hazards have set new standards following certification by the British Board of Agrément (BBA).

ISG tops contractors league table for April

ISG has topped the contractors league table for April 2019 thanks to eight construction contracts awarded totalling £350m, according to the latest Top 50 League Tables.

Business park development to bring 2,500 jobs to Durham

A new multi-million pound business park development in Durham could see the creation of more than 2,500 jobs in the County if planning permission is granted.

Architect proposes eco-friendly garden for redesigned Notre Dame

Following the fire that damaged Paris’ Notre Dame Cathedral, architect Vincent Callebaut has revealed design plans that bring together ‘science, art and spirituality'.

Heathrow Hub seeks process to appeal High Court Judgement

Heathrow Hub, the independent proposal for expanding Heathrow Airport, has commenced the process to appeal the High Court Judgement handed down on 1 May 2019.

Benefits of light steel framing

Andrew Way, an associate director at the Steel Construction Institute, discusses how light steel framing can deliver fast, adaptable and cost-effective buildings.

Wood wins $1bn nuclear design and engineering contract

Wood has secured a new contract worth up to $1bn to provide nuclear design and engineering services to Sellafield Ltd over the next 20 years.

Groundbreaking BBA chair ready to step into next role

Over the past three years, Valerie Owen OBE has led the British Board of Agrément. As she nears the end of her tenure, she talks to PBC Today about Hackitt, Brexit, value engineering, and the rise of Modern Methods of Construction.

Barratt Developments on track for the year

Barratt Developments has issued its latest trading statement from 1 January to 5 May 2019, revealing the outlook for the year is above the board’s expectations.

Homes England appoints specialists to new frameworks

Specialists have been appointed to three new frameworks which will enable procurement of up to £30m of professional technical services to support housing delivery,

A new approach to managing the historic environment

Barbara Cummins, director of heritage at Historic Environment Scotland, discusses the new planning policy for Scotland.

Most expensive cities for construction in 2019 revealed

New York, San Francisco and Hong Kong are the world’s most expensive cities to build in, according to the latest International Construction Cost Comparison published by Arcadis.

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