LHC report says improved housing and public sector procurement is key...
The LHC report outlines the key role public sector procurement can play in the government's levelling up agenda.
Social Housing Draft paves the way for mandatory electrical safety checks
The Social Housing Draft regulation bill, published 29 March, will pave the way to remove inequalities in the law, whereby private tenants are protected by mandatory five-yearly electrical safety checks but social tenants are not.
Strategic investment from ISG boosts ESS Group
ESS Group has received a strategic investment from ISG that will not only boost growth, but further enhance ISG's leadership role within the group.
David Ewing appointed as the new Morrison Construction managing director
The Galliford Try group is pleased to announce that David Ewing has been appointed as the new Morrison Construction managing director.
How do I challenge a Pay Less Notice?
Jonathan Nugent, managing director at Arbicon, provides steps to take in challenging a Pay Less Notice and recovering payments due.
Orbit allocates 26 homes to Ukrainian refugees
Orbit has allocated 26 of its properties, which come from its Independent Living, Supported Living and Extra Care housing stock, to Ukrainian refugees.
Grainger Plc announce build to rent development in Leeds
Grainger plc has announced a new build to rent development in Leeds, with a new residential development designed for the modern-day renter.
The GCCA launch cement and concrete ‘net zero accelerators’
The Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA) has announced the launch of a series of net zero accelerators to help the cement and concrete industries decarbonise in line with the GCCA’s 2050 net zero roadmap.
Why a National Retrofit Strategy is key to decarbonising the UK’s...
Oliver Baker, CEO at Ambion Heating, supports calls for a National Retrofit Strategy - particularly the UK's housing stock - as he believes electric heating systems play a crucial role in decarbonising buildings.
Everything you need to know about Europe’s sustainable buildings
Borja Izaola, Project Manager from GBCe (Green Building Council España), tells us what we need to know about Europe's sustainable buildings.
Modular Homes aim to tackle homelessness in Hertfordshire
Modular Homes will help tackle homelessness in Hertfordshire by installing eight purpose-built, modular homes in Hemel Hempstead, following permission granted from Dacorum Borough Council.
Livv Homes to develop new affordable homes in Westvale
Livv Homes is developing 15 affordable homes in Westvale, Kirkby, which is set to become a pilot to explore the impacts of moving to a net-zero development programme.
Construction of new homes in Attleborough to begin this summer
Latimer, the development arm of Clarion Housing Group, and The Hill Group will begin the construction of 349 new homes in Attleborough in Norfolk.
How are robots facilitating 3D mapping on construction sites?
Dr. Sen Wang, associate professor in Robotics and Autonomous Systems (RAS) at Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh and Lead on RAS theme at the National Robotarium, discusses how robots can facilitate 3D mapping on construction sites and what the industry can expect in the future robotics.
5 affordable alternative housing options
As the cost of living continues to rise exponentially, We Buy Any House lists the top 5 alternative housing options that are significantly more affordable than traditional homes.
BAM secures place on CCS’ £21bn CWAS2 framework
BAM has announced that it has secured a place on Crown Commercial Service’s £21bn Construction Works and associated Services2 framework (CWAS2).
Why action is needed on the UK’s industrial land supply crisis
Tom Jansons, development manager of Jansons Property, discusses the issues surrounding the industrial and logistics real estate sector, and the swelling need for industrial land across the South East.
BoBen construction completes sustainable homes development
BoBen construction has completed a new sustainable homes development in Rugby, using contemporary sustainable construction methods.
Scotframe appoints new commercial sector director
Leading timber frame specialist Scotframe has strengthened its commercial team with Tony Campbell as the new commercial sector director.
Viridis appointed to transform the Loch Lomond’s transition to net zero
Viridis has been appointed by Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park Authority to support the organisations transition to net zero.
2022 will be a ‘golden year’ for offsite and efficient construction
Des Duddy, managing director at Protrade, explores why 2022 will be a ‘golden year’ for offsite manufacturing and efficient construction.
Base slab completed on HS2’s Victoria Road ancillary shaft
SCS JV (Skanska Costain STRABAG joint venture) has made a major step in their work at the Victoria Road Site in Acton, completing the base slab construction of HS2's Victoria Road ancillary shaft.
Buildbase conference is going green with new app
The Buildbase conference will take a more sustainable approach this year with the launch of the Buildbase Conference App.
Beyond COP26: How visual intelligence can progress sustainability goals
Last year, representatives from 200+ countries gathered for COP26. Linda Wade, CEO, and Co-Founder of Spinview spoke to PBC Today about the value of visual intelligence technology, and how it can progress sustainability goals in 2022.
[Video] Bentley Systems announce Digital Twin Design contest
Bentley Systems has announced its Digital Twin Design Challenge, a contest for students to reimagine a real-world location with a structure designed with Minecraft.
HS2 pledges support to CO2nstruct Zero
Leading infrastructure company HS2 has signed up to support CO2nstruct Zero: the Construction Leadership Council’s carbon reduction campaign.