Vectorworks 2024 to unleash unlimited creativity for designers
Vectorworks 2024 will integrate Vectorworks Architect, Landmark, Spotlight, Design Suite and Fundamentals, all with a new interface.
Balfour Beatty and NMITE partnership to boost engineering education
Balfour Beatty has announced a engineering education partnership with the New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering.
The SSIP scheme and UKAS accreditation: Promoting health and safety in...
In order to promote greater mutual recognition amongst existing health and safety prequalification schemes, the SSIP scheme was established. This article explores how UKAS accreditation helps to ensure the credibility and reliability of the scheme.
Residential property transactions down 16% in July vs last year
According to the latest HMRC property transactions, the number of residential property transactions was down by 16% in July compared to the same time last year.
CERG calls on Scottish government to seize opportunities of net zero...
A new report from CERG has outlined a series of recommendations for the Scottish government to achieve a net zero economy.
Revolutionising design techniques: From tracing paper to Vectorworks layers
Vectorworks Architects are revolutionising design with Vectorworks layers. In this article, learn how layers seamlessly organise elements by location, level, and more, boosting efficiency and precision.
James Martin appointed as head of responsible business at Kier
Alongside his new role as head of responsible business, James has been promoted to health, safety, wellbeing and sustainability director.
Claire Coutinho replaces Grant Schapps as energy security secretary
Ben Wallace's resignation has led to a mini-reshuffle, with Grant Schapps becoming defence secretary and Claire Coutinho stepping into his old role.
Structural warranty provider Build-Zone celebrates 20 years of insuring the construction...
Specialist structural warranty provider and latent defects insurer Build-Zone has developed a strong reputation in the UK and Irish construction sectors, helping to reduce risks on everything from single homes to large residential and commercial developments.
The Conversation with Re-flow: Technological advancement and growth with Glanville Environmental
Re-flow returns for its third episode of The Conversation podcast with industry guest Glanville Environmental to discuss business growth and adapting to change.
£80k fine for classroom ceiling collapse that injured 15 children and...
Thurlow Educational Trust has been fined £80k after a classroom ceiling collapse at Rosemead Preparatory School in London injured 15 children and their teacher.
Kier, Laing O’Rourke and Wates score £225m MoJ contract
A trio of contractors have been selected to provide up to 1,200 new prison places across the UK by 2025 under the new MoJ contract.
Industry reacts to Government scrapping nutrient neutrality rules
The Government is scrapping nutrient neutrality legislation to boost housebuilding- but experts say UK rivers would be at increased risk of pollution.
Costain to deliver airport upgrade designs across three major sites
Manchester Airports Group has selected Costain to design critical upgrades to Manchester, London Stanstead and East Midlands airports.
What is the value of community engagement?
Community engagement should be more than a box to tick; proactive, inclusive and collaborative engagement can deliver not only better value for the developer but more diverse and sustainable place-making for all, says Marsha Ramroop of Building People.
FlowForma Process Automation tool key to Breheny Civil Engineering’s digitalisation
Flowforma's Process Automation tool has been key to Breheny Civil Engineering's ongoing digitalisation, integrating seamlessly into current software.
How gender inequality in urban planning fails to address women’s fear...
Rectifying gender inequality in urban planning can play a significant role in addressing women’s fear of crime- and create safer environments for everyone, says Olivia Docker of Boyer.
The role of retrospective defects insurance: A bridge to property sale
Selling a property can be a daunting task, especially when it comes to navigating the complex world of insurance requirements. In this article, Build Warranty® explores the role of retrospective defects insurance in streamlining property sales.
R&D tax relief process streamlined to enhance compliance
Changes to the Research and Development or R&D tax relief process enable your company to embrace greater compliance and accountability.
SterlingOSB PrimedPlus: Rapid-deployment, weather-resistant OSB3 board for construction security
SterlingOSB PrimedPlus from West Fraser is a factory-primed OSB3 board, ready to be immediately erected around construction projects or buildings in need of protection.
Five HS2 workers injured in Northolt lift shaft incident
Five HS2 workers have been injured and hospitalized in a lift shaft incident in Northolt, London.
Affordable homes to be built on Livingston brownfield site
Cruden is set to build nearly 50 energy efficient and affordable homes on a brownfield site in Craigshill, Livingston.
Public asbestos exposure leads to £90k fine for construction company
Esskay Construction Ltd has received a £90,000 fine for public asbestos exposure during renovation works in Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent.
SSEN Transmission contract for Scottish strategic warehouses won by Global Infrastructure
Scottish civils contractor Global Infrastructure has won a multi-million pound SSEN Transmission contract to construct warehouse facilities in Dundee and Inverness.
Premier Guarantee speaks to Paul Cullum ahead of InSite: Building safety...
Premier Guarantee will once again host expert speakers to discuss the key issues facing the construction industry this year.
Actis’ revolutionary new reflective insulation is fast, clean and efficient
Actis introduces Eolis HC, a two-in-one reflective insulation for construction. With quick installation, thermal bridging prevention, and sustainable features, Eolis HC is transforming the industry.