Mass timber is the perfect circular economy building material
Lamella discusses how the use and re-use of mass timber will be vital to the construction circular economy.
Sir Robert McAlpine secures £450m Manchester spa job
Sir Robert McAlpine has been working on the pre-services agreement for spa resort Therme Manchester and has now been appointed construction manager for the TraffordCity project in Manchester.
Changing the narrative: Building positive mental health in construction
Julia Shervington of Mates in Mind discusses how organisations can tackle the stigma surrounding mental health in construction.
AI ‘set to transform India’s roads’ in drive for growth
By 2047, AI will "transform" India's roads into intelligent, adaptive and sustainable networks that drive growth, safety and net zero goals, according to a new report from KPMG
Why staged construction analysis is becoming a preferred design strategy for...
David Sanderson, Trimble’s analysis and design product manager, explains what Staged Construction Analysis is and its impact on structural engineering practices.
The new KPI in scheduling: Building schedule certainty before day one
Building in schedule certainty from the earliest stages of a project attacks risk and cements control – the ultimate competitive advantage, writes David Hernandez, managing director of Elecosoft North America
What construction buyers can learn from other industries
A variety of industries are embracing new innovations in the digital sphere- from workflows to procurement. Here's how construction can catch up.
Digital Construction North returns for its second year
The countdown’s on for Digital Construction North (DCN), and registration is now open
RICS launches “landmark” global standard on responsible AI use
The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) has published the first global professional standard for the responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI) in surveying...
HBF launches new pilot construction students programme
Through its new Partner a College programme, the Home Builders Federation (HBF) aims to help students on full-time construction courses achieve better career outcomes.
Actis uses bee motif to illustrate how its products are inspired...
Insulation specialist Actis has launched a visual bee motif campaign to illustrate how its products have been inspired by nature, are good for the planet and make life more comfortable for installers and homeowners.
How changes to light goods vehicle (LGV) compliance affect highways and...
The DVSA has announced a new focus on light goods vehicles (LGVs), aiming to clamp down on unsafe practices and reduce the high rate of serious incidents.
AI in construction projects jumps from 15% to 75% in two...
New research by APM finds that AI in construction projects has jumped up from 15% two years ago to 75% in 2025.
UK planning permissions at their lowest since 2012, warn HBF
The Home Builders Federation (HBF) has released a report warning the government that UK planning permissions are at their lowest since 2012.
Ian Shapiro starts role as CEO of BRE
Ian Shapiro has today started his role as the new chief executive officer of the Building Research Establishment (BRE).
AI in construction: Proceed with care
AI has the potential to tackle construction errors that currently cost the economy billions each year - but brings risk unless its use is kept in check, writes John Priestland,
chairman of the Technology Working Group of the Get It Right Initiative.
Deloitte launches AI Infrastructure Centre of Excellence
Deloitte has launched a global AI Infrastructure Centre of Excellence (CoE) to support its clients in establishing and operating specialised data centres
Apprentices to architects – celebrating the new wave of talent in...
The UK construction industry is changing — and at the heart of that change is people. For years, the sector has faced challenges around skills shortages, ageing workforces, and misconceptions about what a career in construction looks like.
Homes England-Vistry partnership designed for community delivery
A new Homes England-Vistry partnership has been signed to deliver mixed-tenure communities in several areas of England.
Balfour Beatty gains Philip Hoare as new group chief executive
Philip Hoare has replaced Leo Quinn as group chief executive at Balfour Beatty, who has stepped down after ten years in the role.
Industry calls on new housing ministers to maintain momentum
The appointment of new housing ministers last week has been met with several messages from key industry bodies.
From AI to analytics: emerging tools shaping construction procurement
Artificial intelligence is changing the face of modern construction- see how it can transform your procurement processes.
MPBA: Promoting the power of controlled construction with volumetric modular
Jackie Maginnis, chief executive of the Modular & Portable Building Association (MPBA), argues it is time for the volumetric modular industry to broaden its horizons.
The mid-market opportunity: Why SME construction developers hold the key to...
Andrew Kitley, founder and managing director of structural engineering firm, Kitall, discusses the role of SMEs in reaching housing targets.
Angela Rayner resigns as housing and deputy prime minister
Deputy prime minister and housing minister Angela Rayner has resigned after failing to pay £40,000 stamp duty on a flat in Hove, East Sussex.
RTPI State of Profession survey seeks input from planners
The RTPI State or Profession survey is seeking opinions on the planning profession to build on prior research.