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Environmental reforms coming to UK planning system

Environmental reforms have been announced for the planning system, intending to push through delayed projects while protecting nature.

The UK’s new-build hotspots revealed

Data from the Alan Boswell Group reveals which towns in the UK are delivering the most new homes as the government targets require 340,000 per year.

Is the industry ready for outcome-based procurement?

Clients are leaving opportunity on the table due to procurement and supply chain management risks, warns Jake Bush, RLB’s head of supply chain and procurement

Major project perfomance down, but underlying activity buoyant

The latest Glenigan review recorded an overall downturn in project starts (-17%) compared to 2024 levels, however underlying projects' perfomance remains resilient.

Market slowdowns due to Building Safety Act delays, says SCF

A new report from Southern Construction Framework (SCF), a leading construction procurement framework delivered by the public sector for the public sector in the South of England, has identified that the Building Safety Act is continuing to contribute to project delays.

How investment strategy is shaping UK build to rent

John Connor, partner and head of financial institutions sector at Womble Bond Dickinson, discusses how best to invest in the build-to-rent (BTR) sector.

Public doubts next generation of towns, says RTPI confidence survey

The RTPI confidence survey shows that less than 25% of Brits have confidence that new towns will meet community needs in 50 years.

Foundations laid for 1,500 new Blackburn homes

1,500 new Blackburn homes are set to begin construction in the next few weeks after investigation works are completed.

‘Ups and downs’ for construction industry in June, reports ONS

ONS stats June 2025 reflect a small rise in construction output, but a drop in new orders, as the construction industry braces for Autumn.

UK aggregate supply has nearly halved since 2001, says new report

The UK aggregate supply is getting dangerously low, as current stocks are half of what they were 22 years ago.

London housing targets given boost by student accommodation

Student accommodation is giving a boost to London housing targets as one of the most financially viable projects in the capital.

Stability on the horizon for UK construction, reports McBains

The McBains Construction Market Report – Summer forecasts a gradual recovery supported by easing inflation, falling interest rates, and targeted public investment — yet warns that persistent headwinds demand strategic agility from developers, contractors, and investors.

Balfour Beatty achieves 3% construction margin target in half-year 2025 report

Balfour Beatty’s half-year 2025 results have reinforced its status as a leader in infrastructure delivery, with a performance underpinned by strategic discipline, sectoral alignment, and a surging order book.

Oxford United champions accessibility in new stadium plans

Oxford United’s proposed new stadium has received high-profile backing for its accessibility-focused design from former British Paralympian and Crossbench Peer Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson.

£240m Network Rail steel framework launched

Bidding has commenced on a new framework from Network Rail to procure and supply steel products for overhead line equipment (OLE).

CIH highlights Scottish adaptive housing needs as budget looms

Findings from CIH Scotland’s research, shared with the FPA as part of its pre-budget scrutiny, highlight the urgent need to address the adaptive housing challenges facing the ageing population.

Civil engineers and planners need to go hand in hand

Lance Gudger, construction director at O’Brien Contractors, discusses the need for improved co-operation between civil engineers and planners.

New water standards propel wider adoption of SuDS

The release of the Independent Water Commission’s Final Report—bolstered by fresh legislation and tougher national standards—heralds a new era for SuDS with water companies and developers poised to adopt them on an unprecedented scale, says Alex Stephenson, director of SuDSPlanter.

Council buildings hold potential for 25,000 homes, says housing report

Housing charity Habitat for Humanity GB has released new research revealing that the number of vacant council properties is increasing, locking away thousands of potential homes.

London Chinese Embassy plans raise alarm bells for Downing Street

Plans for a new London Chinese Embassy have several rooms, including in the basement, redacted, causing security concerns for Downing Street.

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