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BRE sets out 100-day roadmap for new Labour Government

BRE's 100-day roadmap calls for the Government to prioritise low-carbon innovation in construction, improving EPCs, and the creation of a Decent Homes Standard for the Private Rented Sector.
The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has announced a design competition for the Fleming Centre at St. Mary's Hospital in Paddington, London

RIBA launches competition to design Fleming Centre life sciences facility

The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has announced a design competition for the Fleming Centre at St. Mary's Hospital in Paddington, London.
The chancellor confirmed that the new Government would lift the ban on on-shore wind developments, which has been in place for nearly a decade

Labour ends Tories’ “absurd” on-shore wind ban 

Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirmed that the new Government would lift the ban on on-shore wind developments, which has been in place for nearly a decade.
The red brick Victorian row houses of Muswell Hill with panoramic views across to the skyscrapers and financial district of the city of London.

Will Labour’s New Towns plan solve the housing crisis?

People live in houses, not planning permissions. Solving the housing crisis is at least a two-parliament problem, says David Blackadder-Weinstein, Director, Strategic Communications at Turley.
World of Modular Europe, presented by the Modular Building Institute, comes to Brussels on 1-2 October. Registration is now open.

World of Modular Europe to bring industry insights and expertise to...

John McMullen, PCM and marketing director of the Modular Building Institute, looks at the exciting offerings at World of Modular Europe.
Pagabo's Shamayne Harris shares insider insight on how SMEs can give themselves the best chance of being considered for a framework

How to ensure your SME is considered for a framework

Shamayne Harris, head of procurement at Pagabo, shares valuable inside knowledge on how every business from SMEs upwards can give themselves the best chance of being considered for placement and unlocking a new income stream.
There’s no better time to invest in electric vehicle (EV) charging technology, with new builds in England now requiring EV charging points

EV charging infrastructure: An opportunity for developers

There’s never been a better time to invest in electric vehicle (EV) charging technology. All new build homes in England now require EV charging points and the demand for EV charging infrastructure at new property developments is increasing.

The New Era: Labour Government and the future of the UK...

Labour’s manifesto outlined a series of ambitious plans to address the housing crisis, emphasising affordability, sustainability, and community empowerment. Here’s a closer look at how the housing landscape is expected to evolve under this new administration.
After rejecting Bellway's £650m takeover bid, Crest Nicholson has revealed they also turned down an offer of an 'all-share' partnership from Avant.

Crest Nicholson rejects bid from rivals Avant

After rejecting Bellway's £650m takeover bid, Crest Nicholson has revealed they also turned down an offer of an 'all-share' partnership from Avant.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has made first major speech in the role today, speaking to business leaders about prioritising house building to build economic growth

New Chancellor Rachel Reeves to prioritise house building in first official...

Chancellor Rachel Reeves will make her first major speech in the role today, speaking to business leaders about prioritising housebuilding to build economic growth.
Angela Rayner pictured with Keir Starmer after Labour's election win in 2024

Construction industry reacts to historic Labour win

With a majority of 85 seats and counting, Labour will lead the next government, with Sir Keir Starmer becoming prime minister.
In a 136-page manifesto titled 'Change', Labour stuck to already announced campaign trail promises- but there was still much for the UK construction industry to digest

What does the Labour manifesto promise for UK construction?

Curious about what Labour's 400+ seat victory means for UK construction? PBC Today recaps the key points from the Labour manifesto.

Construction output continues to rise, reveals UK construction PMIs

Construction output in the UK continued to grow in the second quarter of the year, despite a fall in housing activity.
New data from the Health and Safety Executive has found that there has been a 70% rise in the number of construction deaths since the pandemic

70% rise in construction deaths in last five years, HSE warns

New data from the Health and Safety Executive has found that there has been a 70% rise in the number of construction deaths since the pandemic.
With a new Parliament and sturdy majority, what will Labour do to address the looming deadlines for the clean energy transition?

What needs to change to accelerate the energy transition?

With a new Parliament and sturdy majority, what will Labour do to address the looming deadlines for the clean energy transition?
accessibility

How to improve accessibility in modern office renovations

About Access’ Ian Streets explains that improving accessibility from the outset is key to any modernisation effort.
CIBSE has launched their Building Performance Reimagined initiative, aimed at transforming the landscape of building engineering

[VIDEO] CIBSE unveils “Building Performance Reimagined” project

CIBSE has launched the Building Performance Reimagined initiative, aimed at transforming the landscape of building engineering and sustainability.
According to a new survey, pro-development policy must take precedence if the construction industry is to achieve its investment potential

Pro-development policy must be prioritised by next government, says construction industry

According to a new survey, pro-development policy must take precedence if the construction industry is to achieve its full investment potential in the future.
FIEC has warned against the reclassification of recycled or recovered aggregates from construction waste under the REACH regulation

FIEC urges against reclassification of recycled aggregates

The European Construction Industry Federation (FIEC) has warned against the reclassification of recycled or recovered aggregates from construction and demolition waste under the REACH regulation (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and restriction of Chemicals).
Late June saw Re-flow visit the InstallerSHOW in the Birmingham NEC, where they delved into challenging the skills crisis with apprenticeships, delivering net zero 

Energising utilities: Re-flow’s cutting-edge solutions and key takeaways from InstallerSHOW

Late June saw Re-flow visit the InstallerSHOW in the Birmingham NEC, where they delved into challenging the skills crisis with apprenticeships, delivering net zero.
green skills in construction

Green skills desperately required in built environment

According to new data from the University College of Estate Management, professionals in the built environment say they desperately need candidates with green skills.
Former builders' merchant Rob Bralee has joined the expanding Actis team as East of England specification manager

Actis expands its specification team with appointment of former builders’ merchant

Insulation specialist Actis has expanded its technical team with the appointment of a builders' merchant and specification manager exclusively focused on the East of England.
Stefano Lobban, director at Herts Tools, explores the social and economic advantages of building on brownfield sites

What are the advantages of building on a brownfield site?

Stefano Lobban, director at Herts Tools, explores the advantages of building on brownfield sites.
sewage dumping

Landmark ruling opens polluting water companies to private prosecutions

A landmark Supreme Court judgement will open legal avenues to sue water companies for dumping sewage into waterways.
As the country prepares to go to the polls tomorrow for the 2024 general election, the construction industry turns its focus to the next government

Construction industry braces for General Election 2024

As the country prepares to go to the polls tomorrow for the 2024 general election, the construction industry turns its focus to the next government.
Wilmslow-based Re:volve Real Estate has announced the senior hire of Melanie Jones in the newly created role of senior operations director

Re:volve Real Estate appoints Melanie Jones as senior operations director 

Wilmslow-based property and asset management firm Re:volve Real Estate has announced the senior hire of Melanie Jones in the newly created role of senior operations director.