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Planning and Infrastructure Bill becomes law

The Planning and Infrastructure Bill has entered into law with Royal Assent yesterday, lending some much needed certainty to the industry.

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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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Housebuilding slump leads to steepest decline in construction output since May 2020

September PMI data saw the sharpest decline in construction output since mid-2020, with a housebuilding slump, declining new orders and low expectations to blame.

Cost of maintaining Parliament £7m more than rest of country’s housing combined

The £100m average annual bill for maintaining the Houses of Parliament is higher than the average yearly spend (£93m) issued for home improvement grants, according to a new report- all coming at the taxpayer's expense.

Pagabo announced as exclusive sponsor of UKREiiF 2024

The organisers of the UK's largest property and infrastructure event, UKREiiF 2024, have announced a collaboration with Pagabo.

Conservative’s green regulation delays have earned developers billions

Over the past eight years of Conservative government, housebuilders and property developers have gained billions of pounds in benefits due to delays in low-carbon building regulations.

Industry reacts to confirmed axing of HS2 Manchester

After a Conservative Party Conference dogged by the apparent open secret of plans to axe the HS2 to Manchester link, Rishi Sunak confirmed the rumours in his address.

UK projects see downturn in Glenigan’s October Construction Index

Glenigan has released the October 2023 edition of its Construction Index. This edition focuses on the three-month period leading up to the end of September 2023.

Overcoming supply chain challenges- why early engagement is key

Engaging with building product manufactures can help overcome potential supply chain challenges that could threaten specifications in the building industry, says Neil Kirwin, Southern specification manager at SFS.

Why brownfield urban regeneration is key to economic growth

New research from British Land, Landsec, and The Berkeley Group reveals that brownfield urban regeneration in the UK can lead to significant economic growth and housing opportunities by 2035.

10 things you must see at UK Construction Week Birmingham

Technical talks, demonstrations, panel debates and networking opportunities galore are waiting for you at UK Construction Week Birmingham.

Survey reveals struggles in local authority planning teams

A survey from Public Practice has highlighted the challenges faced by local authority planning and placemaking teams.

Several news outlets report HS2 Manchester leg shelved, despite No10 denial

ITV News, the Guardian and Sky News are all reporting that the northern connection of HS2, linking Manchester to London, has been shelved- but Downing Street has denied it

£2m A465 expansion project in South Wales nears 2-year mark

A £2m slope and ground stabilisation project now entered its 20th month as part of the A465 trunk road dualling scheme in South Wales.

How demolition might be more sustainable than you think

National Federation of Demolition Contractors CEO Duncan Rudall explores why the process is more sustainable than meets the eye.

Counting King: Are you eligible to claim land remediation relief?

In this article, Counting King explores the process of claiming land remediation relief for investors, developers, and commercial property owners.

Are material substitutions from the original design and specification a good idea?

Premier Guarantee investigates what to consider when making material substitutions in design and specifications.

Mace’s Market View report outlines a mixed quarter for construction

Mace recently published its Market View report for Q3, which outlines a maintained forecast of 3.0% for London and 3.5% for the rest of the country for 2023.

Unlocking energy efficiency: Your guide to home improvement leads with My Lead Locker

My Lead Locker has unlocked over £80m in revenue for its clients seeking home improvement leads, connecting installers and marketing professionals.

Is refurbishment the answer to meeting UK housing demand?

With the UK’s ongoing housing crisis seeming to go from bad to worse, could refurbishment be the answer to meeting UK housing demand? Carl Yale, Lovell, explores.

Morgan Sindall delivers improvement to Southlands Hospital

Morgan Sindall’s Southern Home Counties division has completed work at Shoreham's Southlands Hospital for University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust.

Mast Quay tower blocks face demolition over planning breaches

Comer Homes has been told to demolish two Mast Quay tower blocks in Woolwich due to multiple breaches of planning permission.

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