Biochar: Collaborative research examines the “carbon-eating” building material set to advance...
Collaboration must be the cornerstone of biochar’s future as a sustainable building material, writes Dr Mehreen Saleem Gul, assistant professor in architectural engineering at Heriot-Watt University.
Why housing providers must prioritise healthy homes to meet the UK’s...
Ross Shenton, co-founder of Sano examines why it is crucial that healthy homes be a part of the plans to meet the UK's housing targets.
Housing minister gives up building safety brief amid Grenfell connections controversy
Housing Minister Rushanara Ali has given up the Building Safety Portfolio after complaints from Grenfell survivors.
£8bn of developer contributions sat in local authority accounts
New research by the Home Builders Federation shows that an estimated £8bn of developer contributions is sitting in local authority accounts.
Treasury likely to change debt rule for infrastructure projects
The treasury gave its largest hint yet on Friday that they will change their own debt rule, in order to borrow more money to fund infrastructure projects.
Preparation work being undertaken for a new CERN particle collider
A site is being investigated for its suitability for the construction of a feasibility project involving a new particle collider at CERN.
Labour must prioritise funding, say Pick Everard and Lichfields
A review of Labour's first 100 days in power has been published, with industry respondents saying prioritising funding is key.
Heritage and listed buildings: Window retrofit checklist
Selectaglaze offers a handy window retrofit checklist to make retrofitting heritage or listed building projects easier.
Data accuracy in construction is crucial
As we navigate increasing regulatory demands, growing safety concerns and the urgent need for efficiency, data accuracy in construction is no longer a luxury – it is a necessity, writes Paul Dawson, group technical manager at public sector construction framework provider LHC Procurement Group.
Ensure the security of your CONTAINEX storage containers with the new...
CONTAINEX's new and improved Lock Box is being rolled out as standard across their storage modules to ensure your materials are secure.
NatWest SME growth tracker shows promise in construction
The NatWest SME growth tracker has shown a promising future for construction for small and medium enterprises.
New operational anti-slavery toolkit launched
Action Sustainability has launched a new anti-slavery toolkit, titled Operational Toolkit: Combatting Slavery in the Built Environment.
RIBA Stirling prize 2024 awarded to Elizabeth Line
London's Elizabeth Line, by Grimshaw, Maynard, Equation and Atkins, has won the RIBA Stirling prize 2024 after being shortlisted in July
Government commits £68m to unlock brownfield sites
The UK Government has announced that they will commit £68m to unlock brownfield sites across 54 local authorities.
AHCI Advantage is celebrating a Decade of Trust and Expertise
Advantage Home Construction Insurance reflects on ten years of growing the team and establishing a new headquarters, as well as delivering £6bn worth of cover.
Digital Construction North: Speakers from AtkinsRéalis, BDP, Henry Boot, RLB Digital...
Digital Construction North is the new essential event for AECO professionals working in the North of the UK.
Sano’s CPD webinar series addresses hybrid construction and UK housing targets
A new webinar CPD series from Sano will delve into hybrid construction methods, exploring how they might be best implemented to achieve UK housing targets.
Brickwork and roofing masterclasses
The NHBC is offering a variety of brickwork and roofing masterclasses in partnership with the HBF, ABC and NFRC across the UK.
Navigating contractor’s insolvency: What subcontractors and businesses should do next following...
Phil Caton, of Aaron & Partners, looks at what businesses and subcontractors should do in the case of a contractor’s insolvency.
Protecting your business from interruptions due to third-party service
Scott Williams, director at Clarke Williams Ltd, discusses the risks with third-party connection services and what can happen if they go down.
Abbey Protect host DOCO awareness day
World leading manufacturer of Securablinds® Abbey Protect have hosted an awareness day for Police Designing Out Crime Officers (DOCOs).
Arup study raises concerns about sustainability in Manchester development
A study by Arup has shown that sustainability in Manchester is a 'particular concern' and may be a shortcoming.
University of Warwick unveils £700m campus expansion
The University of Warwick has revealed plans for a £700m campus expansion as a part of their Connect Programme.
New CIS report shows NI housing crisis not slowing
A new CIS report has shown that Northern Ireland housebuilding has slowed throughout 2024 with "infrastructure bottlenecks" the cause.
Keltbray Infrastructure Services completes acquisition of £500m rail business
Keltbray Infrastructure Services has completed its acquisition of National Rail approved contractor Linbrook Services, gaining 140 staff along with the rail business's £500m work pipeline.
CIAT briefing: makes recommendations for architects post-Grenfell
A CIAT briefing has been published, outlining recommendations for best practices for professionals in architectural technology after Grenfell.