Selectaglaze secondary glazing helps to get public buildings Protect Duty ready
Designed to protect members of the public against the ever-present threat of terrorism, this new piece of government legislation will become law at some point in 2023. But what is it, does it affect you – and how can Selectaglaze secondary glazing help you get Protect Duty ready?
Embracing openBIM and Building Lifecycle Intelligence with Nemetschek Solutions
Takenaka Corporation, Japan, is using Nemetschek Group solutions to build its BIM strategies, and provide first-class architectural, engineering and construction services. Leveraging an open Building Lifecycle Intelligence approach with a Digital Twin, the company is creating impressive buildings and structures across the globe.
Stamp duty cuts, affordability, and the housing crisis
The government stamp duty cuts need to be in conjunction with supply-side interventions, argues Grant Westall-Reece, partner in residential development at Bidwells.
NHBC welcomes Etopia and Istidama to NHBC Accepts
Warranty and insurance provider NHBC has welcomed Etopia & Istidama to NHBC Accepts, which enables quicker assessment of a home for warranty and reduces the risk to the builder of delays in their project.
How can phosphate and nitrate pollution affect construction sites?
Phosphate and nitrate pollution is detrimental to development sites, holding up many million pounds worth of construction across the south of England, particularly around the Solent area, at a time when demand for housing has never been higher, Paul Deakin, Rund Partnership Limited explains.
Social housing regulator investigation into RBH finds ‘significant failures’
An investigation by the regulator of social housing following the death of Awaab Ishak has found significant failings in how Rochdale Boroughwide Housing deals with damp and mould.
First zero carbon mixed-use development in UK supported by FHP
FHP has been appointed to support the £2.5bn design and construction of the UK’s first zero carbon mixed use development, Bankside Yards West.
M-AR celebrates 15th anniversary as it continues to champion offsite solutions
Specialist offsite manufacturer M-AR is celebrating 15 years of business as it continues to champion offsite solutions to the wider construction industry.
Two major appointments made to Willmott Dixon main board
Two new sustainability and financial players will be joining the Willmott Dixon main board from 1 January 2023.
An introduction to construction management with Elecosoft
Construction projects are complex, challenging, and unpredictable. In this article, Elecosoft explains the ways in which construction management can aid construction projects in planning, management, and coordination.
Ukrainian refugees employed through GRAHAM’s diversity and inclusion scheme
Nine Ukrainian refugees have been employed as general labourers across the PLATFORM_ Glasgow and Candleriggs Square build-to-rent (BTR) sites in Glasgow.
New £26m West Yorkshire firefighters headquarters to be delivered by Willmott...
A new West Yorkshire firefighters headquarters will be delivered by Willmott Dixon, adding to their blue light track record.
Local communities could benefit as onshore wind projects ban is lifted
As the government announces a consultation on onshore wind projects, Vicki Redman of Womble Bond Dickinson explores how local communities could benefit.
Sustainable action not fast enough, Sustainable Futures Report finds
As the conversation around sustainability in the construction sector heats up, the NBS Sustainable Futures report has discovered that 15% of construction professionals believe their organisations are likely to miss the 2050 net zero deadline. Lee Jones, head of manufacturing solutions at NBS explains.
West Fraser: Cutting out waste for a greener wood panel
We all know that we need to protect the environment and try to undo some of the damage that has been done in the past. West Fraser, one of the UK’s leading wood panel manufacturers, takes this mission very seriously, with 99.5% of raw material being used during production of its boards.
National Highways awards 1.3bn of road surface works via Pavement Delivery...
National Highways' Pavement Delivery Framework has confirmed over £1.3bn worth of road surface maintenance works on motorways and major A-roads in England.
Less talk and more action for industry to meet net zero...
Sustainability has been a major focus in the construction industry for many years, with businesses pledging their support for the environmental agenda. However, with ambitious deadlines looming, the industry must move beyond talk to meet net zero targets, Dan Allison, divisional director, Net Zero Buildings, explains.
United Utilities phasing out of fossil fuels to be supported by...
Costain has been appointed to support United Utilities phasing out fossil fuels within their network, part of their journey to net zero.
Ealing Studios redevelopment to be produced by Glencar
The Ealing Studios redevelopment, a multi-million pound project at the London film production venue which made films such as Bridget Jones, Shaun of the Dead and Last Night in Soho, will be produced by Glencar.
CaberShieldPlus flooring provides safe and sustainable working platform
West Fraser's CaberShieldPlus flooring is a durable, P5 flooring with a permanent, waterproof coating on both sides. Almost exclusively preferred now to P4 boards, the P5 particleboard panels can withstand the unpredictable British climate without deterioration.
COP27 and the built environment: Industry experts asses where construction stands
Industry professionals reflect and share their predictions on COP27 and the built environment, highlighting some of the key talking points, takeaways and actions needed to reduce emissions levels within the construction industry.
Changes to planning system fail to provide rural affordable homes
There is a significant shortfall in affordable homes for rural communities, AJC Group has warned as the waiting list for social housing hits a record 1.2m.
Vectorworks Design Scholarship winners announced
Global design and BIM software provider Vectorworks has announced the winners of the 2022 Vectorworks Design Scholarship Awards, with Michelle Wanitzek taking home the coveted Richard Diehl Award.
The four key advantages of modular construction
Kashif Dafedar, digital products lead at CallisonRTKL, looks at the four key advantages of modular construction from a design angle, including greater flexibility, less pollution and construction waste, optimised energy and automation and cost efficiency.
ROCKWOOL becomes an associate member of the LRWA
ROCKWOOL has announced that it is now a member of the Liquid Roofing and Waterproofing Association (LRWA), which aims to raise awareness of both the technical and financial benefits of specifying liquid-applied waterproofing systems and provide advice for specifiers.
BAM commits to HVO fuel to decarbonise operations
BAM has confirmed that it will commit to HVO fuels as a a key part of its decarbonising strategy, helping it to achieve net zero by 2026.