How construction careers are evolving for a generation of young workers
Attracting young construction workers has become one of the construction industry’s biggest long-term challenges due to changing outlooks such as sustainability targets, new technology, changing regulations and shifting customer expectations.
Social value must always begin with local authority partnership
Darcie Lattin, social value manager at Watson, argues that social value must move beyond tick-box delivery and be rooted in genuine local need.
Construction industry reacts to Prime Minister’s resignation
Here we list the construction industry's reaction to the prime minister's resignation and look at what has transpired under his leadership.
Actis barn conversion project to feature on Scandia-Hus factory tour
Scandia-Hus is demonstrating Actis insulation use to builders and self-builders on a barn conversion project taking place at its factory
Landlords set to be fined up to £7,000 for hazards in...
The fine will apply to 21 types of hazards in rental properties that are found to be serious – the most dangerous level.
Government makes £50m critical minerals investment
The government has announced a £50m critical minerals investment as part of the Critical Minerals Strategy.
NFB welcomes government’s AI planning tools to ease department pressure
“AI is perfectly placed to assess and record planning applications, particularly as we move to a rules-based system," says the NFB.
Devonshire Homes enters administration
Devonshire Homes has entered administration, putting 77 jobs at risk, following the purchase of a scheme that cost more than anticipated.
New partnership to advance sustainable construction skills across Yorkshire & the...
A new sustainable construction initiative will partner schools and colleges across Yorkshire and the Humber with the Supply Chain Sustainability School.
Arte Construction transforms façade remediation planning with Asta Vision
Asta Vision provides a complete audit trail and a single, trusted location for the Arte Construction team – from tender through delivery.
Glenigan’s Summer Construction Forecast indicates recovery is on track
Glenigan’s Summer 2026 Construction Forecast indicates sector resurgence in 2027, despite a painful start to the year.
Heat networks are heading into uncharted waters, and social landlords need...
Rory Evans of LHC Midlands and South East, discusses what social landlords need to know with changing heat network regulations.
HS2 fraud action team expanded to prevent further incidents
HS2 fraud action has been taken to expand and allocate more resources to the team, according to recently published meeting notes.
Professionals must upskill and adapt to lead the next decade of...
The construction industry is shifting from BIM adoption to a broader focus on information management across the built asset lifecycle, calling for industry professionals to upskill and bridge the gap for a new era.
FMB warn of heat wave project delays this weekend
The latest FMB and CIOB survey shows that heat wave project delays is the top cause for delays in the second half of 2025.
Ardmore Construction administrators named
The Ardmore Construction administrators come from both BTG and Panos Eliades Callender & Co, who have announced 275 redundancies.
The cost of compliance: Are we making development viability increasingly difficult?
Paul Dean, founder and managing director of Langley Construction Consultants, discusses the challenges surrounding development viability amongst complex regulatory requirements.
RICS global sustainability guide launched
The RICS global sustainability guide has been launched alongside a RICS UN Compact report highlighting the work undertaken by RICS members.
Welsh housing supply must increase to unlock opportunities, says HBF
A new report from the Home Builders Federation reveals that increasing Welsh housing supply this Senedd term could unlock huge opportunities for local economies and public services
HS2 twin box to be installed over M42
The HS2 twin box is ready to be installed over the M42, allowing vehicles to travel under HS2 trains on four rails.
How equipment energy audits reduce construction’s carbon footprint
Lou Farrell, senior editor of construction and manufacturing at Revolutionized Magazine, explores the use of equipment energy audits for reaching sustainability goals on construction sites.
CITB releases Construction Workforce Outlook 2026-2030
The CITB's construction workforce outlook shows optimism for the mid-term, but emphasises further support will be needed.
Bridging the Gap: Transforming digital design & construction in 2026
A series of live panel discussions and on-demand episodes aims to transform the 2026 Digital Design & Construction Report into actionable dialogue
New documents to address fire safety specification errors
The Passive Fire Knowledge Group has published three new documents related to common fire safety specification errors.
Restore Compliance’s Kathryn Morement shortlisted for Enterprise Vision Awards 2026
Restore Compliance’s Kathryn Morement has been shortlisted for the Enterprise Vision Awards 2026 after building a successful business amongst global scrutiny.
AI planning tools to accelerate government’s 1.5m homes target
The UK government has launched two new AI planning tools to modernise England’s planning permission system
The smart use of AI planning tools will speed...