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The latest glenigan construction review has good news for the construction industry pipeline

Glenigan review shows construction industry pipeline boost

The Glenigan construction review presents some good news in the form of mild recovery for the construction industry pipeline.
Latest UK House Price Index indicates overall annual growth of 2%

Latest UK House Price Index indicates overall annual growth of 2%

June’s UK House Price Index indicates that house prices have risen by 0.1% since May 2026 and 2% since last year.
Vicky Mastoridou of Groundforce Shorco, explores how contractors are coping with substructure risks

Below ground in a heatwave: How to limit substructure risks on...

Vicky Mastoridou of Groundforce Shorco explores how contractors are coping with substructure risks in UK heatwaves.
HS2 reset: Large infrastructure projects succeed if delivery records keep pace

Large infrastructure projects succeed if delivery records keep pace

Vivek Sharma, executive director and founding member at Xpedeon, discusses early warning signs of control loss in the HS2 reset and how to prevent this from escalating.
Re-Flow explains how their software can boost compliance visibility

How real-time compliance visibility is changing infrastructure operations

MJL’s experience shows how moving from delayed paperwork to real-time digital checks can improve compliance visibility.
BCIA launches new BEMS Delivery Framework to tackle inconsistency in BEMS specifications

BCIA launches new BEMS Delivery Framework to tackle inconsistency in BEMS...

The BEMS Delivery Framework will create a clearer, more consistent approach to delivering Building Energy Management Systems.
The free construction suicide prevention training will be available to all workers

Mates in Mind launch free construction suicide prevention training

The new construction suicide prevention training is free to access, allowing historically at-risk workers to receive important training.
Imperial Hotel, Kyoto celebrates historic design preservation milestone

Imperial Hotel, Kyoto celebrates historic design preservation milestone

Following review by Japan's Council for Cultural Affairs, the structure of the Imperial Hotel, Kyoto has retained its status as a Registered Tangible Cultural Property.
Homes near rail stations will receive a boost from the new planning rules

New rules to boost homes near rail stations

New planning rules under the NPPF are designed to boost the number of new homes near rail stations with a 'default yes' decision.
Most house builder SMEs agree that the Building Safety Levy will prevent many sites from being viable

SMEs warn Building Safety Levy will make sites unviable

Over 90% of SMEs responding to the HBF's survey agree that the Building Safety Levy will prevent many sites from being viable.
Planning application set to kickstart landmark regeneration of Piccadilly Gardens

Planning application set to kickstart landmark regeneration of Piccadilly Gardens

The application is the latest step in delivering the regeneration of Piccadilly Gardens, making it more colourful, vibrant, safer, and inviting.
Construction has changed – but there is more to do

Construction has changed – but there is more to do

Construction has changed for the better, but the industry needs to make sure the general public knows it is happening.
UKCW Birmingham will feature many things digital and non- for construction

Step into the future of construction at UKCW Birmingham

UKCW Birmingham is putting digital transformation centre stage as part of The Construction Reset, featuring AI, digital twins, and more.
The residential block remediation saw Beech Court remediated, amongst others

Pick Everard completes major residential block remediation

A major residential block remediation project has been completed, with nine blocks having their cladding and fire safety updated.
AI in construction: Why AEC firms need AI that fits existing workflows

AI in construction: Why AEC firms need AI that fits existing...

AI adoption in construction isn’t about resistance to innovation – it’s about whether AI fits existing workflows, says Nemetschek.
Women in construction are being continually supported by the HBF's Women into House Building programme

HBF women in construction programme returns

The HBF Women into House Building programme is seeing its ninth cohort this year, supporting women in construction.
CIOB publishes free building regulations guidance for clients

CIOB publishes free building regulations guidance for clients

A new guide to help construction clients better understand their responsibilities under building regulations and the Building Safety Act has been published by the Chartered Institute of Building.
Darlington Economic Campus project reaches important construction milestone

Darlington Economic Campus project reaches important construction milestone

Around 800 tonnes of steel are now being installed at the site of the Brunswick Street Government Hub, which will become the permanent home of the Darlington Economic Campus.
Technical education could be the key to construction’s skills shortage

Technical education could be the key to construction’s skills shortage

Tony Mitchell, director at O’Brien Contractors, explores the government’s technical education reforms and how they will help upskill the construction industry.
Passive methods of keeping people cool, combined with developing products designed to have minimal impact on the environment, are essential as the UK experiences sustained extreme heat, says Actis

Actis: Develop building products which don’t harm the environment as heat...

Actis says building homes for maximum comfort using building products whose production doesn’t harm the environment is essential.
Demo of the SFS Center Point Fastening System

Step-by-step guide to using the SFS Center Point Fastening System

This guide explains how to use the SFS Center Point fastening system for safer, faster and more reliable installation.
CGI image of the Sarum Academy expansion

Plans for £14.6m Sarum Academy expansion approved

Plans for a Sarum Academy expansion in Salisbury have been approved, with Morgan Sindall set to deliver the project.
The BESA Industry Awards 2026 will recognise apprentices and firms

BESA Industry Awards 2026 shortlist revealed

The BESA Industry Awards 2026 shortlist has been published, featuring both firms and individuals advancing the engineering sector.
New partnership ensures safety for Hinkley Point C workers

New partnership ensures safety for Hinkley Point C workers

The CCNSG Safety Passport will play a crucial role in ensuring workers can operate safely at Hinkley Point C.
Construction and architecture apprenticeships up by 95% despite funding cuts

Construction and architecture apprenticeships up by 95% despite funding cuts

A study has revealed that there was a 95% uplift in construction and architecture degree apprenticeships in the last two years, despite a £214m increase in training costs.
The Old Oak Common platforms

[VIDEO] HS2 Old Oak Common platforms completed

The first six Old Oak Common platforms have been revealed and ready to serve HS2 trains, with another eight on the way for the Underground.