New water standards propel wider adoption of SuDS
The release of the Independent Water Commission’s Final Report—bolstered by fresh legislation and tougher national standards—heralds a new era for SuDS with water companies and developers poised to adopt them on an unprecedented scale, says Alex Stephenson, director of SuDSPlanter.
Council buildings hold potential for 25,000 homes, says housing report
Housing charity Habitat for Humanity GB has released new research revealing that the number of vacant council properties is increasing, locking away thousands of potential homes.
New CEO to lead Homes England housing and regeneration agenda
Amy Rees CB will help to tackle the housing crisis head-on by accelerating the delivery of new homes as the new CEO of Homes England.
112m-long HS2 bridge ready to be positioned in Birmingham
A 112m long, 1,631 tonne steel HS2 bridge is ready to be positioned in Birmingham, using 'first time' techniques.
Access seen as all-important for a smooth festival journey
Ian Streets, managing director of About Access, explores the lessons to be learned from the comprehensive access policies at the Glastonbury Festival.
London Chinese Embassy plans raise alarm bells for Downing Street
Plans for a new London Chinese Embassy have several rooms, including in the basement, redacted, causing security concerns for Downing Street.
Manchester asbestos exposure risks lead to HSE fine
A Manchester asbestos exposure risk has caused a construction firm to receive a fine from the Health and Safety Executive.
SMBL select Mace for British Library development
The development, on behalf of the British Library’s development partner SMBL(subsidiary of Mitsui Fudosan UK Ltd.) will be worth £1.1bn.
Plans for tallest building in Wales announced
The new plans for the tower development in Cardiff would tower over the existing record holder, Swansea’s 29-storey Meridian Tower, at 50 storeys.
Construction firms invest in AI – but most still at “entry...
Construction companies are investing in AI, cybersecurity and cloud platforms, but most are still in the early stages of their digital transformation journey, according to a new survey.
Beyond the bricks: how the construction industry is battling a talent...
In 2025, the UK construction sector confronts an escalating talent crisis. With many experienced tradespeople approaching retirement and fewer apprentices entering the workforce, firms are scrambling to maintain delivery rates amid ambitious housing targets.
Fireco’s DorMag Pro: a wireless revolution in fire door retention
DorMag Pro is a magnetic door retainer that discreetly holds open a fire door and releases it automatically when a fire alarm is triggered.
Nemetschek Group: Q2 2025 with very strong revenue growth of +30.5%...
The Nemetschek Group has continued its very strong and profitable growth in the second quarter of 2025, increasing growth estimates by 5%.
Finalists of 2025 Going Digital Awards announced
Bentley Systems has announced the finalists for the 2025 Going Digital Awards, which recognise infrastructure engineering companies, construction firms and owner-operators who are transforming project delivery and asset performance through digital innovation.
TfGM rail procurement process launched for £1.6bn
A new Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) rail procurement process has been launched with contracts expected to begin in 2027.
Glider appoints new CEO and CRO to accelerate growth
Glider, a leading provider of asset information management and digital handover solutions for the built environment, has announced the appointment of Jayne Archbold as chief executive officer and managing partner and Richard Farnworth as chief revenue officer, marking a new chapter in the company’s growth journey.
World’s first internal curing concrete additive launched in UAE
Asian Paints’ internal curing concrete additive could save a potential eight billion litres annually in the UAE.
RICS Construction Monitor Q2 2025 provides ‘modest’ optimism
The RICS Construction Monitor for Q2 2025 offers a more upbeat perspective than yesterday’s PMI figures, with infrastructure emerging as the key driver of growth.
SoPHE welcomes Independent Water Commission Report
The Society of Public Health Engineers (SoPHE), a society within CIBSE, strongly supports the Independent Water Commission’s Final Report, calling for a reform of the UK's water sector.
Future of building services: Investing in the next generation
CIBSE is Building for the Future: Find out how you can shape the future of building services engineering.
Sharpest drop in construction activity in half a decade
The latest S&P Global UK Construction PMI reveals a steep decline in construction activity, with future outlooks growing increasingly pessimistic.
Apprenticeship age restrictions could cost planning profession 200 planners a year,...
The Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) has written to Housing Minister Matthew Pennycook MP to warn that new age restrictions on Level 7 apprenticeship funding will severely damage the pipeline of qualified planners.
Up to 75% of high-rise buildings do not meet BSR standards
Owners of 1,454 high-risk high-rise residential buildings have submitted their safety cases to the Building Safety Regulator (BSR). To date, the BSR has reviewed 170 of these cases, with 125 failing to meet the required safety standards.
The blueprint for success: The dos and don’ts of effective specification...
Specifications are essential to defining materials, performance and responsibilities on a project, yet many architects lack training in writing these key documents. Dr Stephen Hamil, innovation director at NBS, discusses a new guide he has authored on putting together strong specifications.
Planning Portal data shows new home applications rising
New home applications have risen in Q2 2025 for the first time since 2023, new data from TerraQuest and the Planning Portal shows.
Is the government turning the tide on the construction skills gap?
David Barnes, head of policy and public affairs at the Chartered Institute of Building, examines the government’s drive to tackle construction’s skills shortages