Veriforce CHAS launches ISO certification for construction
Veriforce CHAS has launched a UKAS-accredited ISO certification body for the construction industry: CHAS Certification.
CCN warning for government: be wary of ‘developer free for all’
The County Councils Network (CCN) have published a statement warning the government that planning reforms may risk 'excessive' targets putting pressure on local services.
Structural timber key to delivering 1.5m housing targets, say panel of...
A panel convened at the Labour Party Conference in Liverpool on Tuesday discussed the role of structural timber in delivering housing targets with industry experts and policy professionals.
Accessible offices to captivate – but not capture – colleagues
Ian Streets, managing director of About Access, looks at how to make modern accessible offices available to all.
Ed Miliband promises energy efficient homes for all
Speaking at the Labour conference, Ed Miliband pledged to make all socially and privately rented homes more energy efficient.
Weclad alliance brings together façade specialists
Four major façade specialists across Europe are co-operating and have established the Weclad alliance, consolidating expertise.
BCC says planning reform must move quickly
The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has released a statement calling on the government to swiftly reform planning.
Choosing construction field management software has never been easier
The right field management software can help your construction business reduce inefficiencies, plan effectively for the future and become more competitive.
Caldera develops solar energy megacell to aid switch
UK start-up company Caldera is developing a solar energy megacell, intended to help industry switch from gas to solar.
To drive change, we need accessible EV charging in the right...
Public EV charging infrastructure has made great strides – but it is not enough to focus solely on numbers. To promote more sustainable travel, we must ensure that accessible EV charging is available to everyone, writes Matthew Jackson, associate director at the Scottish Futures Trust.
King & Moffatt leverages OpenSpace for more efficient office and field...
Read how the team at King & Moffatt use 360° reality capture to bring the power of BIM to the field, enhancing office and field collaboration.
SFS facilitates faster fixing of tapered insulation over steel decks with...
The new SFS BSA adjustable fastening system allows for faster fixing of tapered insulation over steel decks- as well as being suitable for PIR and steel wool.
Nearly half of businesses would pay more for low-carbon steel
A survey, conducted by Ramboll and the Climate Group, has shown that nearly 50% of businesses are willing to pay more for low-carbon steel.
CMS report says CMA investigations are intensifying
A first-of-its-kind report by law firm CMS has shown that CMA investigations are intensifying, with increased dawn raids and third-party tip offs.
Construction industry reacts to UK NZC Building Standard
The UK has launched the first cross-industry Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard (UK NZC Building Standard), and experts in the industry have given their opinion.
Lord Richard Harrington appointed UKREiiF chair
The UKREiiF has announced the appointment of Lord Richard Harrington as chair to assist in the next phase of growth.
Construction industry reacts as Keir Starmer gives first keynote speech as...
Speaking at the Labour Party Conference in Liverpool, prime minister Keir Starmer said that his plans will be "tough in the short-term, but in the long-term it’s the right thing to do for our country."
UKCW announces Net Zero Trail
UK Construction Week (UKCW) have announced a focus on sustainability with the Net Zero Trail, featuring various shows and hubs.
Heras renew membership with Secured by Design
Heras, leading supplier of perimeter protection services have renewed their membership with the police Secured by Design (SBD) initiative.
UK’s Net Zero Carbon Buildings standard launches
The first agreed-upon methodology for net-zero buildings, the Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard, has launched today.
ISG falls into administration, 2,000+ jobs lost
ISG group has failed at attempts to make a deal and has fallen into administration, resulting in 2,200 workers being made redundant "with immediate effect".
Tackling the green skills shortage
Amanda Lewis, programme leader for MSc Urban Planning at UCEM discusses the green skills shortage and how to tackle it.
GroundsFest 2024: a hub for landscaping professionals
The Re-flow team recently made an appearance at the UK's premier event for landscaping and grounds management, GroundsFest 2024.
1,000 days from launch, what is the Net Zero Public Sector...
The theme for Scotland's Climate Week 2024 is ‘Stories for Change’. In this article, Jamie Goth, Associate Director at the Scottish Futures Trust, looks at the success of the Net Zero Public Sector Buildings Standard so far.
Brownfield passports could speed-up housebuilding
CPRE, the countryside charity, has said that brownfield passports could speed-up housebuilding processes for 1.5m new homes.
Applications open for NEIoT retrofit courses
The North East Institute of Technology (NEIoT) has opened applications for a suite of industry-ready retrofit courses.