HMS completes affordable new build housing development in Liverpool
HMS has successfully completed and handed over its latest new build housing development in South Liverpool for affordable housing provider, Torus.
BRE pilot scheme will test net zero homes in time for...
The BRE pilot scheme, in partnership with Croudace Homes, will evaluate the impact of net zero homes ahead of the Future Homes Standard.
HS2 acquires second site for Manchester’s new high speed railway station
HS2 has agreed on a deal to purchase a second development site on Square One, Travis Street, to make way for Manchester’s new high speed railway station.
The future is looking bright for heat pumps
23rd May sees the launch of the Government’s Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS). Will this finally herald the long-awaited mass uptake of heat pumps as domestic heating systems? To get the lowdown, we spoke with industry observer Dr Paul Welsby, who has worked in the field of heat pumps and heat pump technology for over 40 years.
The complete user’s guide to mediation from Gateley Vinden
Chief executive Peter Vinden brings his decades of experience as a mediator to set out the case for pursuing mediation and provides an overview of the process in this complete user’s guide to mediation.
LHC announces latest round of grants through its community benefit fund
LHC continues its strong focus on social value this year, both through its frameworks - the latest of which have included new evaluation processes to increase opportunities for more EDI conscious companies who undertake significant community initiatives - and through its Community Benefit Fund.
PMI reports slowest new construction orders growth in 2022
S&P Global / CIPS UK Construction PMI reports slowest new order growth in 2022 due to rising costs and economic uncertainty.
How the Offsite sector can respond to the Construction Playbook
The Offsite sector has the opportunity to lead the way in meeting the government’s ambitious plans and policies established in the Construction Playbook, and in this response, Buildoffsite seek to explore how.
How can cloud-based construction software resolve the industry’s financial crisis?
After fighting through the pandemic, construction remains under financial pressure. Here, The Access Group discusses how cloud-based construction software could be the solution to the industry's woes.
Sam Dibaj has been appointed to the CIOB board of trustees
Sam Dibaj, a project manager in Galliford Try’s Environment business unit, has been appointed to the CIOB Board of Trustees.
Graham appointed to deliver £100m Whittington Hospital upgrades
Graham has been appointed to deliver £100m worth of hospital upgrades for Whittington Health NHS Trust.
Tilbury Douglas completes Prospect House SEND school in Manchester
Tilbury Douglas has completed the construction of Prospect House SEND school (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) in Blackley, Manchester.
Water treatment works upgrades perimeter security with Palisade fencing
Identified as one of 13 national Infrastructure sectors by the UK Government, the water industry has invested heavily in recent years upgrading perimeter security systems with the aid of LPCB (Loss Prevention Certification Board) and LPS1175 rated security fencing.
[VIDEO] Revizto Collaboration Corner: Onsite with Bouygues UK
In his latest episode of Collaboration Corner, Rhys Lewis is onsite with client Bouygues UK at Pencoedtre High in Barry to talk about the benefits of Revizto software.
Keepmoat Homes to build 48 new houses in Dalmarnock, Glasgow
Leading UK housebuilder Keepmoat Homes has bought land at French Street in order to build 48 energy-efficient new houses in Dalmarnock over the next few months.
Construction cost inflation: Can fixed price contracts be renegotiated?
Construction cost inflation brings about two problems; trading losses and costly delays. But how does this affect fixed price contracts and can the terms be renegotiated in the event of price increases?
BESA Awards are back following two-year hiatus
The Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) Awards are back in full swing following a pandemic enforced two-year break.
West Fraser panel products – Try before you buy!
When planning your job, whether a large-scale construction project or a small extension, it’s important to source the perfect panel products. West Fraser manufactures some of the most recognisable and requested building panels in the UK.
Build-Zone renews two ‘A’ Rated insurance binders
Build-Zone has renewed two ‘A’ Rated insurance binders with AXA XL and Fidelis Underwriting Limited / Fidelis Insurance Ireland DAC, enabling them to continue to write Inherent Defects Insurance (IDI) and Structural Warranty business in the UK and Ireland.
Glenbrook and TCS submit planning for Whitehall Riverside development in Leeds
Glenbrook and Town Centre Securities PLC (TCS) have submitted planning applications for a £280m masterplan for the development of Whitehall Riverside, in Leeds city centre.
Designing home extensions using SIPs for Part L compliance
SIPs offer a relatively quick win for those conceiving highly insulated homes compliant with Part L Building Regulations 2022, particularly extensions and alterations to existing houses, where ‘more than a tweak’ is needed.
Sustainable apartments on The Bishops Avenue, Hampstead Heath approved
Planning permission has been approved for a luxury and sustainable residential development of 93 apartments for over 65s on The Bishops Avenue, by Hampstead Heath.
Five steps to achieving a safety culture in construction
As construction activity continues to increase, it is vital that safety practices keep pace. Matthew King, safety and health manager for Burns & McDonnell explains how to achieve a positive health and safety culture in construction.
Why public sector procurement holds many of the keys to levelling...
Values-based procurement has a crucial part to play in driving economic equity. LHC Group interim chief executive Elaine Elkington explains why, exploring the role of public sector procurement in delivering quality housing for all and supporting a more diverse supply chain for social landlords.
Storing solar energy for electricity generation
Researchers behind an energy system that makes storing solar energy, for up to 18 years, possible, have now taken the system a step further.
Ending of rebated fuel: Will the construction sector see “red” or...
Friday 1 April 2022 marked the end of rebated fuel for the UK construction industry. David Savage, a partner in the construction team at Charles Russell Speechlys, discusses the new regulations and their likely impact on the sector.