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The climate benefits of choosing timber in building design

The climate benefits of choosing timber in building design

West Fraser’s 2025 Sustainability Report is bringing new clarity to the role timber can play in reducing the climate impact of buildings.
Construction doesn’t just have a recruitment problem – it has a burnout problem too

Construction doesn’t just have a recruitment problem – it has a...

Brett King, director of industry transformation, EMEA, Procore, says there is a workforce crisis brewing in construction. But it isn't the one most people are talking about.
Glenigan construction review shows mixed figures across the industry

Glenigan construction review shows mixed figures across the industry

The July 2026 edition of Glenigan’s construction review shows that the industry is on the road to recovery but is struggling to establish a stable footing.
Structural Fires can be better handled with rapid shutdowns

Rapid shutdown: Protecting first responders in structural fires

Rapid shutdown helps first responders when solar is present, writes JD Dillon, chief marketing and customer experience officer at Tigo Energy.
UK Construction Week Birmingham

UK Construction Week Birmingham resets to reflect sector’s changing needs

Planning is already well underway for the 11th edition of its sister event, UK Construction Week Birmingham, returning to the NEC this autumn.
Actis barn conversion on Scandia-Hus factory tour impresses self-builders

Actis barn conversion on Scandia-Hus factory tour impresses self-builders

Visitors were taken on a tour of the factory to see the timber frame kits under construction and the quality of manufacturing
Construction finance teams are losing a working day every week to payment admin

Construction finance teams are losing a working day every week to...

Piero Macari, VP of product corporate payments at Corpay, discusses the challenges faced by construction finance teams surrounding structural payment.
Reforms may remove construction legal blockers for major projects

Construction legal blockers to be removed in judicial reforms

The government has announced a consultation on measures to reduce and minimise construction legal blockers for major projects.
Bridging the chasm part 2: A systemic design approach to the project-operations gap

Bridging the chasm part 2: A systemic design approach to the...

In part 2 of this series, Justin Kirby explores how the industry might approach plugging the project-operations gap through a multi-pronged engagement strategy.
ONS stats May 2026: Construction output continues to recover

ONS stats May 2026: Construction output continues to recover

According to the latest Office for National Statistics data, construction output increased by 1.6% over the three months to May
The HS2 Burton Green tunnel

[VIDEO] HS2 Burton Green tunnel now structurally complete

The HS2 Burton Green tunnel has been structurally completed, on its way to becoming another green tunnel on the new rail line.
Blink Imaging Laser Scanner: From quick data capture to improved clarity

Blink Imaging Laser Scanner: From quick data capture to improved clarity

Learn more about FARO INSIGHT’s Blink imaging laser scanner and how it simplifies facility management on site.
Heatwave planning must become a central part of firms' plans, say Travis Perkins

Construction must invest more in heatwave planning

Heatwave planning must become a more central aspect for construction firms, says Travis Perkins as heatwaves become more frequent.
River Wing, Clare College, part of the RIBA Stirling Prize shortlist 2026

Shortlist for RIBA Stirling Prize 2026 revealed

The RIBA Stirling Prize 2026 has been revealed, with six projects being recognised and considered for the final prize later this year.
Bridging the chasm part 2: A systemic design approach to the project-operations gap

Bridging the chasm: A systemic design approach to the project-operations gap

Justin Kirby explores how to bridge the project-operations gap through structured engagement with stakeholders.
The SkillBuild 2026 finalists will finish the competition in November

SkillBuild 2026 National Finalists announced

The SkillBuild 2026 finalists will fight for the winning place at the SkillBuild National Finals in November.
The NHBC have hosted the pride in the job awards

Pride in the Job 2026

For over four decades, Pride in the Job has showcased best practice and recognised excellence within the home-building industry.
Sarah-Jayne Pizzie joins UK Construction Week Birmingham 2026

Sarah-Jayne Pizzie joins UK Construction Week Birmingham 2026

UK Construction Week Birmingham announces that Sarah-Jayne Pizzie from the Ministry of Justice will be joining the growing line-up of influential speakers this September
World Architecture Festival reveals its 2026 shortlist

World Architecture Festival reveals its 2026 shortlist

This year’s World Architecture Festival will take place in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, from 18-20 November, where finalists will compete for the winning prize.
Evelyn Long discusses worksite accidents, and using construction data to help prevent them

Harnessing data analytics to predict and prevent worksite accidents

Evelyn Long discusses the benefits of using construction data to help predict and prevent worksite accidents and reduce costs.
MPs say unused historic buildings could help hit 1.5m homes goal

MPs say unused historic buildings could help hit 1.5m homes goal

According to MPs, nearly half of the government’s 1.5m homes target could be met if vacant historic buildings were utilised.
The power plant has rows of solar photovoltaic panels for producing clean electricity. The concept of zero-emission renewable electricity

Mind the gap: The structural blind spot in the new rooftop...

New checks for MCS-licensed solar PV installations create a worrying gap for commercial projects, writes Sahir Raihan.
Bricklayer laying another brick in the wall on construction site for sturdy wall

Why England is set to miss its housebuilding target

Local-level chaos is punching holes in the government’s housebuilding target, warns James Clark, partner in the planning and environment team at national law firm Foot Anstey.
futureproofing public sector procurement will be key to securing the built environment

Why public buildings need futureproofed procurement more than ever

Graham Collie of the LHC Procurement Group discusses the importance of futureproofing public sector procurement.
Re-flow webinar designed to increase profitability, strengthen compliance, and avoid costly site issues

Re-flow webinar designed to increase profitability, strengthen compliance, and avoid costly...

Luke Serpell describes the impact of implementing Re-flow Field Management at MJL in a new Re-flow webinar.
Inside the Songshan Lake cultural centre

Zaha Hadid Architects completes Songshan Lake Cultural Centre with sustainable design

Read how Zaha Hadid Architects developed Songshan Lake Cultural Centre with acoustic engineering, prefabrication and sustainable strategies.