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The Police Crime Prevention Academy are running a number of free RIBA Approved CPD sessions on Secured by Design between February and March 2024

Secured By Design launches free RIBA Approved CPD series for architects 

The Police Crime Prevention Academy are running a number of free RIBA Approved CPD sessions on Secured by Design between February and March 2024.
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Imerso: Bridging the gap between BIM Models and Real-World construction

In 2023, Imerso became a trailblazing AI tool in AEC, transforming construction site supervision with its integration of BIM, Reality Capture, and AI. Kristijan Vilibić, CEO and founder, Mastery of Digital, explores  Imerso's cloud-based accessibility, analytics, and adaptive pricing, illustrating its pivotal role in modern construction management.
An unexpected flare from a gas gun caused a roofer to stumble and fall, suffering multiple fractures in his legs

Two companies fined £20k after roofer suffers multiple fractures in fall

An unexpected flare from a gas gun caused a roofer to stumble and fall, suffering multiple fractures in his legs.
Around 1% of schools in England have confirmed RAAC and 119 will require rebuilding or significant refurbishment to remove the risk

Rebuilding RAAC: 119 schools to be refurbished

Around 1% of schools in England have confirmed RAAC and 119 will require rebuilding or significant refurbishment to remove the risk.
An unrecognisable farmer crouching down in an agricultural wheat field at his sustainable farm in Embleton, North East England. He has soil in his hands and is assessing the quality of the soil that the wheat crop is growing out of to demonstrate biodiversity net gain.

BNG becomes mandatory for developers in England

From today (12 February), developers in England will have to deliver at least a 10% biodiversity net gain on new developments.
All 23 members of staff have been made redundant as the Scottish housebuilder J S Crawford Contracts (Borders) Ltd goes into liquidation

J S Crawford Contracts goes into liquidation

All 23 members of staff have been made redundant as the Scottish housebuilder J S Crawford Contracts (Borders) Ltd goes into administration.
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Why Build Warranty® is the new No.1 choice for structural warranties

In this article, structural warranty company Build Warranty highlights the current market issues facing the construction industry, and how they have addressed this to set themselves apart from other providers.
Labour has dropped their £28bn green investment pledge, whihc was proposed as a means to grow green jobs and targets

Labour to ditch flagship £28bn green investment pledge

Labour has dropped their £28bn green investment pledge, which was proposed as a means to grow green jobs and targets.
Assent has made a number of senior hires to its growing team to further focus on its delivery of quality building control services

Assent makes new senior hires to consolidate market leading position

Assent has made a number of senior hires to its growing team to further focus on its delivery of quality building control services under the new Building Safety Regulator framework.
Over the head aerial view of a senior man architect and African American engineer shaking hands on construction site, representing build secure ltd

Build Secure Ltd welcomes AHCI as appointed representative

AHCI has announced that it is a confirmed appointed representative of Build Secure LTD, cementing its position as an industry leader.
The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) have published their exclusive 2024 guide to Professional Indemnity Insurance

RIBA publishes ‘no-nonsense’ Professional Indemnity Insurance guide

The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) have published their exclusive 2024 guide to Professional Indemnity Insurance.
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NG Bailey opens applications for construction apprenticeship scheme

NG Bailey has launched the application process for its nationwide construction apprenticeship scheme.
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Engineering company implements IoT technology to slash carbon footprint

Steel fabrication and construction services company AJ Engineering has introduced IoT technology to help manage its carbon footprint and improve efficiency across its operations.
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Key advantages and challenges of European modular construction explored in PBC...

On 30th January, a panel of experts from the modular construction industry came together to explore the challenges and key opportunities for the modular sector in Europe in the next five years.
Vectorworks customers in New Zealand will now benefit from a more direct service, with support from the Australian regional office

Vectorworks, Inc. expands into New Zealand 

Vectorworks customers in New Zealand will now benefit from a more direct service, with support from the Australian regional office.
Rainscreen bracket systems are just one of the topics covered in SFS's series of White Papers, exploring alloy strength and thermal performance

SFS rainscreen brackets rise above the competition with a holistic approach...

Rainscreen bracket systems are just one of the topics covered in SFS's series of White Papers, exploring alloy strength and thermal performance.
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New ACT technology receives European Technical Assessment for eco-efficient cement

Ecocem has announced that its ACT technology has obtained an ETA (European Technical Assessment ) from EOTA for a new eco-efficient cement.
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Uptake in construction apprenticeships dropped by 5% in the last 12...

Data analysis by Protrade ahead of National Apprenticeship Week 2024 has revealed that there has been a 5% decrease in the uptake of construction apprenticeships across the UK in the last 12 months.
Employees of Readie Construction were seen seeking work on LinkedIn, after being told the firm is headed towards administration

Administrators appointed at Readie Construction

Employees of Readie Construction were seen seeking work on LinkedIn, after being told early this week that the firm was headed towards administration.
Social housing tenants are more than 11 times more likely to experience ventilation issues than plumbing issues, according to an Airflow study

Social housing tenants 11 times more likely to suffer ventilation issues...

Social housing tenants are more than 11 times more likely to experience ventilation issues than plumbing issues, and almost five times as likely to experience ventilation issues as heating issues, according to a new study.
The acquisition of Redrow will cement Barratt's position as the biggest homebuilder in the UK, as Barratt-Redrow plc

Up to 800 jobs at risk, as Barratt buys Redrow in...

The acquisition will cement Barratt's position as the biggest homebuilder in the UK, as Barratt-Redrow plc, but 800 jobs could be at risk.
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Unproductive cities: The urban design choices delivering growth

With the British economy lagging behind the US, Japan and Germany, could the design of our cities be at fault by failing to recognise how transport links, office building design and green spaces can be a key driver of productivity? Jeff Nottage, design director at Turley, looks how urban design can deliver growth.
Events, efficiency and enterprise; the Re-flow Field Managment recap looks back on a tremendously successful 2023- and to the year ahead

Re-flow Field Management recaps its best year yet

Re-flow Field Management is an award-winning company operating in construction, infrastructure, and landscaping. At its core, the system connects field operatives with the back-office through an intuitive mobile application and powerful desktop dashboard.
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UKAS operations director explores how accreditation enables seamless supply chains

UKAS operations director, Lynsey Poyner describes her formative experiences at the UK’s national accreditation body and how the customer journey is central to her vision of how accreditation will remain the foundation enabling seamless supply chains and confidence in products and services.
BE-ST and the CLF have released a report calling for clear direction and action on the Scottish just transition

Industry calls for clear direction from Scottish Government on the Just...

BE-ST and the CLF have released a report calling for clear direction and action from the Scottish Government on the just transition.
72 Upper Ground will replace the former ITV Studios

Gove gives greenlight for £700m ITV Studios redevelopment

Communities secretary Michael Gove has approved the highly controversial ITV Studios redevelopment on South Bank, two years after work was due to start Following a...