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Planning approvals increased by 20% in June, showing promise for Labour’s targets

Planning approvals rose in June ahead of the general election, reaching nearly £7.5bn in value, according to Barbour ABI analysts.

Monthly construction output gains 1.9% bump from warm weather

The latest ONS figures show that an increase in new work and repair and maintenance, anecdotally attributed to good weather, boosted construction output in May 2024.

Raising industry standards with the Code for Construction Product Information

Steve Marr, UK compliance director for SIG, addresses the Code for Construction Product Information (CCPI) and its mission to standardise product descriptions in the construction industry.

Submissions open for Grenfell Tower memorial design

The Grenfell Tower Memorial Commission and RIBA have opened up submissions to select the team that will design the future memorial on the site of Grenfell Tower.

Delivering on ambitious housing policies

Labour’s landslide victory provides the new government with the political capital needed to push through the ambitious housing policies outlined in their manifesto.

Will Labour’s New Towns plan solve the housing crisis?

People live in houses, not planning permissions. Solving the housing crisis is at least a two-parliament problem, says David Blackadder-Weinstein, Director, Strategic Communications at Turley.

How to ensure your SME is considered for a framework

Shamayne Harris, head of procurement at Pagabo, shares valuable inside knowledge on how every business from SMEs upwards can give themselves the best chance of being considered for placement and unlocking a new income stream.

Crest Nicholson rejects bid from rivals Avant

After rejecting Bellway's £650m takeover bid, Crest Nicholson has revealed they also turned down an offer of an 'all-share' partnership from Avant.

New Chancellor Rachel Reeves to prioritise house building in first official speech

Chancellor Rachel Reeves will make her first major speech in the role today, speaking to business leaders about prioritising housebuilding to build economic growth.

Construction industry reacts to historic Labour win

With a majority of 85 seats and counting, Labour will lead the next government, with Sir Keir Starmer becoming prime minister.

What does the Labour manifesto promise for UK construction?

Curious about what Labour's 400+ seat victory means for UK construction? PBC Today recaps the key points from the Labour manifesto.

Construction output continues to rise, reveals UK construction PMIs

Construction output in the UK continued to grow in the second quarter of the year, despite a fall in housing activity.

How to improve accessibility in modern office renovations

About Access’ Ian Streets explains that improving accessibility from the outset is key to any modernisation effort.

[VIDEO] CIBSE unveils “Building Performance Reimagined” project

CIBSE has launched the Building Performance Reimagined initiative, aimed at transforming the landscape of building engineering and sustainability.

Pro-development policy must be prioritised by next government, says construction industry

According to a new survey, pro-development policy must take precedence if the construction industry is to achieve its full investment potential in the future.

FIEC urges against reclassification of recycled aggregates

The European Construction Industry Federation (FIEC) has warned against the reclassification of recycled or recovered aggregates from construction and demolition waste under the REACH regulation (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and restriction of Chemicals).

What are the advantages of building on a brownfield site?

Stefano Lobban, director at Herts Tools, explores the advantages of building on brownfield sites.

Construction industry braces for General Election 2024

As the country prepares to go to the polls tomorrow for the 2024 general election, the construction industry turns its focus to the next government.

CECA publish recommendations for new UK Government to deliver critical infrastructure

The Civil Engineering Contractors Association has published its recommendations to the incoming government to deliver the necessary infrastructure.

General Election 2024: What each party promise means for UK construction

Wondering what the Conservatives, Labour and the Lib Dems have said on construction topics in their manifestos? PBC Today's roundup gives you the lowdown on 2024 election promises.

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