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Home Builders Federation unveils 10-Point plan to improve UK housing supply

The Home Builders Federation has released a 10-point plan of solutions to help the government improve the UK housing supply and provide the nation with much-needed homes.

FSi Promat increases the use of recycled content in sealant packaging by up to 50%

FSi Promat has introduced a range of packaging to its core fire-stopping products that use recycled plastic content in sealant packaging without compromising the integrity of its products.

NAO report reveals major delays across DLUHC projects

The Department for Levelling Up, Housing & Communities (DLUHC) has allocated £9.5bn across three major funds to support local government initiatives.

Millenium Security: Affordable security solutions to combat construction theft

NFU Mutual's recent survey reveals a staggering 89% construction theft rate among tradespeople and contractors, shedding light on a critical issue in the industry.

RIBA survey reveals low confidence in architectural sector

The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has published its most recent Future Trends Survey, a monthly report on business and employment trends in the architectural sector.

IStructE release subsidence guide for insurers and engineers

New guidance from IStructE explores how to deal with damage and loss in the UK caused by subsidence, heave, and landslip.

Roseview provide Welsh farmhouse with Victorian-style windows

Leading UK manufacturer of uPVC sash windows and Secured by Design member company Roseview Windows have provided large Victorian-style windows to a newly built Welsh farmhouse.

Construction industry reacts: Lee Rowley replaces Rachel Maclean as housing minister

Lee Rowley has been appointed as the housing minister following the sacking of Rachel Maclean, who was in the role for nine months.

London’s borough-level planning policies hinder build-to-rent sector growth

A recent report has shed light on the growth of London's Build-to-Rent sector and how the city's planning policies are contributing to its expansion.

Historic England unveils guidance for eco-friendly building adaptation

Historic England has released new guidance on combining climate action with building adaptation.

Build-to-rent grows across the country as London stalls

Despite challenging economic conditions, the build-to-rent sector has shown consistent growth over the past year.

ONS reveals construction output rose in September

Construction output in Great Britain has shown modest growth in September despite economic challenges.

What is the price of compromised construction site security?

As nights draw in and opportunistic theft rises, companies must not wait until it’s too late to take action on construction site security.

NTU to open £1.5m Centre for Sustainable Construction and Retrofit

Nottingham Trent University (NTU) have opened a £1.5m Centre for Sustainable Construction and Retrofit to help the sector reach net zero.

King’s Speech falls flat among UK construction industry

Not enough housing, too-little-too-late leasehold reform and renters reform- the first King's Speech from King Charles and Rishi Sunak has left the UK industry underwhelmed.

Celebrating green tech at this year’s BALI awards with Re-flow

Taking place on 1st December in London, the British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI) awards recognise elevation and collaboration within the industry.

New home registrations drop to lowest levels since COVID, according to NHBC

NHBC figures show that new home registrations fell by 53% in Q3 2023, as continuing challenging economic conditions stifle progress.

UK construction in decline in every sector, warns Glenigan

Glenigan's latest construction index for November 2023 shows the UK construction sector is in universal decline, with the overall value of work commencing on site falling by a quarter.

Packaging optimisation in the housebuilding sector

Discover how the Supply Chain Sustainability School and its partners have worked to address the relentless packaging challenge facing the built environment, culminating in its recent project report, Packaging Optimisation in the Housebuilding Sector.

Bucket Manufacturing Company: Taking pride in the job

The Bucket Manufacturing Company is a privately owned British SME and this year will be celebrating its 20th anniversary.

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