The low-spec Section 106 home is running out of road
Joe Billingham, chairman of Prosperity Group, discusses Section 106 and why the government's consultation on standard agreements is aimed at the wrong bottleneck.
Construction has always trusted its gut to choose suppliers – data...
Neeral Shah, founder and CEO, YardLink, argues that construction needs to adapt more quickly to digital transformation and outlines the role data can play in deciding where to get suppliers from.
2026 edition of industry-leading Building Pathology Conference takes place
In partnership with Oxford Brookes University under the theme ‘Solving tomorrow's problems today,’ BP26 will bring together researchers, practitioners, and industry leaders to discuss building pathology.
Medway NHS Trust introduces digital fire safety management across the site
Medway NHS Foundation Trust has introduced a new digital system to manage fire safety information and better understand fire risks across the hospital estate.
Construction of sustainable primary school completed in Canterbury
Building work has finished at Pilgrims’ Way Primary School in Canterbury to create a sustainable, net-zero facility to replace the old 1970s building.
Proving the lasting value of Britain’s social and affordable housing ambitions
Cleo Folkes, lead consultant – real assets at Thrive, discusses the social impact of building affordable homes for communities.
Impact of Part L and the Future Homes Standard on timber...
The Future Homes Standard is a keystone of the government’s emissions reductions strategy - and timber frame construction is recognised as a prime route to compliance.
Winning the Enterprise Vision Award for Restore Compliance
On 2 October, Restore Compliance's Kate Morement won the New Business Award at the Enterprise Vision Awards. Read her reaction here.
Xperience shortlisted in four categories at the construction computing awards 2026
We’re pleased to announce that Xperience has been shortlisted in four categories at the Construction Computing Awards 2026.
How the UK’s data centre boom is changing construction payment processes
For construction companies delivering data centres, digital application for payment software is becoming an essential part of project delivery – not simply an administrative tool.
September 2026 PMI shows slowing contraction
The September 2026 PMI shows a slower fall in activity for UK construction, but the residential sector is showing signs of trouble.
Central section of HS2 Wendover Tunnel completed
The central sections of the HS2 Wendover Tunnel have been connected, with focus now shifting to portals and fit out.
FMB’s Build Academy nominated for national innovation award
FMB’s Build Academy has been shortlisted for a BPIC Network Award, recognising its work connecting young Londoners with construction apprenticeships, employers and real-world industry experience.
Construction of UK’s first robotic infection research laboratory completed in Liverpool
Developed by Tilbury Douglas, the Liverpool Accelerate Laboratory is the UK’s first high-security, automated category three infection research laboratory.
New chief construction and scientific adviser appointed
Sergio Cavalaro, professor of infrastructure systems, has been appointed as the new construction adviser on a three year period.
Uncertainty adds almost $2tr to global construction costs as delivery confidence...
Confidence in the global construction sector has fallen sharply over the past year, as organisations battle escalating cost pressures, supply chain disruption and persistent geopolitical instability.
El Niño predictions for 2027 make sustainable heat-reflecting insulation vital
Climate scientists predict El Niño will make 2027 the hottest year ever recorded, so using heat-reflecting insulation that doesn’t harm the environment is vital.
Registration opens for Digital Construction North 2026
Digital Construction North (DCN) returns to Manchester Central for its third year, bringing together professionals shaping the future.
Infrastructure maintains lead in October Glenigan Construction Index
The October Glenigan Construction Index shows struggles for most sectors in the industry, but infrastructure remains a strong point.
Timber frame unlocks faster, cleaner homebuilding
Daniel Clarke, senior key account manager at West Fraser, explains how timber frame’s reliability and speed can help solve the housing crisis.
Research shows most and least popular construction apprenticeships
Research from Protectivity has shown which construction apprenticeships are the most popular and in which cities in the UK.
Your First Home scheme needs to be expanded to secondhand homes
New research has urged the government to expand its new Your First Home scheme to secondhand homes to prevent inflated prices of new-build homes.
The construction technology adoption gap isn’t about technology
Girish Bhatia, founder & CEO, ConstructMind Technologies questions whether construction technology has changed the way the industry works.
Heritage site revamp needs to balance ups and downs of accessibility
Heritage sites must be made accessible without taking away the site's original features. About Access explores how we can do this.
The message that never arrives: communication, connection and who gets heard...
Amrin Majid, senior project manager with the Association for Project Management, discusses experiences of women in construction.
Discussing inclusive housing on World Architecture Day
Today is World Architecture Day 2026, with the core theme this year being "Housing for All." Here, leading architects share their thoughts.