Construction gold standard needs gold standard IT strategy
Professor David Mosey's independent review of public sector construction frameworks has called for a new "gold standard" for procurement. Realising this ambition will also require a gold standard construction IT strategy, says Walter Hume of Rimini Street .
Beard appointed to replace columns on Grade I listed library
Beard has been appointed to replace 28 historic columns as part of a major Grade I listed library refurbishment, on one of the UK's most important architectural sites.
Rodgers Leask awarded place on ESPO Framework
Engineering consultancy Rodgers Leask has been awarded a place on the ESPO Framework as lead consultant of a multi-disciplinary consortium.
Three new school buildings in Essex built using MMC
Morgan Sindall have built three new school buildings in Essex using a net zero Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) approach.
Students use SterlingOSB Zero and straw bales to construct nature hide...
A nature hide designed and built by post graduate students from Kingston School of Art using straw bales and SterlingOSB Zero supplied by West Fraser, will help neighbourhood schoolchildren connect with local wildlife.
Costain to deliver transformational new road scheme in south Lancaster
Costain have been appointed to design and deliver a sustainable and innovative new road scheme that will transform travel in south Lancaster.
The real value of data for your planning and decommissioning strategy
Ceri-Ann Droog, global digital director at Atkins, examines the benefits of data for your planning, construction design, decommissioning strategy and more.
MP Florence Eshalomi scraps South Bank redevelopment plans
Florence Eshalomi, MP for Vauxhall, has objected to South Bank redevelopment plans, after a planning application was submitted to redevelop the former ITV London Studios.
How can building contractors combat the energy crisis with decentralised energy...
Chris Rason, managing director at Aggreko, outlines how the efficient use of decentralised energy solutions can help building contractors navigate the current energy crisis without falling foul of legislation.
Timber frame homes UK market to rise by £70m
The timber frame homes UK market is set to rise by £70m in 2022, according to the latest report by MTW research.
LHC’s new £20m K7 framework officially opens for kitchen suppliers and...
Kitchen suppliers and manufacturers can now apply to be part of LHC's new four-year public sector K7 framework, worth £20m.
Willmott Dixon appointed to deliver Bassaleg Comprehensive School upgrade
Willmott Dixon has been appointed by Newport City Council to deliver the Bassaleg Comprehensive School upgrade, which will create over 300 extra school places and help to meet demand in the area.
Tilbury Douglas appointed to deliver Catterick Integrated Care Campus
Tilbury Douglas has been appointed to deliver the detailed design phase of the construction of the new Catterick Integrated Care Campus.
Collinson Construction begins work on Eden District Council net zero HQ
Collinson Construction has started work on a new major project that will create a net zero HQ for Eden District Council, using Passivhaus design principles.
Planning agreed for Overstone Green development in Northampton
Outline planning permission has been approved for 1600 new homes and a major commercial area at Overstone Green development, Northampton .
BAM appointed to deliver Holyrood Academy expansion in Somerset
BAM, in partnership with Futures for Somerset, the Local Education Partnership has been appointed by Somerset County Council to deliver the £7m Holyrood Academy expansion in Somerset.
How can we address the cost of poor housing in England?
Addressing poor housing in England would save the NHS £1.4bn a year – it’s time we take action. Gillian Charlesworth, chief executive of BRE, explores how.
BESA updates security following online testing fraud
The Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) has carried out a full review and updated its security procedures following online testing fraud.
How can planning consultants engage with hard to reach communities?
Shona Snow, LHC head of procurement, explores how planning consultants can engage with hard to reach voices in communities, with the help of Built-ID.
HS2 unveils noise cancelling Chiltern Tunnel north portal design
HS2 has revealed the Chiltern Tunnel north portal designs, which is designed to be noise cancelling, to cut noise from trains entering and exiting the tunnel at speeds of up to 320km/h.
Plans submitted for new Ancoats canalside community
Capital&Centric and Kamani Property Group have submitted plans to create a vibrant Ancoats canalside community at Manchester’s Ancoats Works.
Living space starts work on affordable EPC A-rated homes in Bedfordshire
Living Space has commenced construction on 57 EPC A-rated homes in Bedfordshire, for affordable housing provider Stonewater.
Wates announces ‘highest ever’ operating profit at £40m
Wates Group has reported its highest-ever operating profit of £40m, securing £2.3bn of new work during 2021, and ended the year with a record forward order book of £7.1bn, up 7% from its previous record in 2020.
West Fraser commits to GHG emissions reductions through SBTi process
West Fraser has announced a commitment to set science-based targets to achieve near-term GHG emissions reductions across all its operations located in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom and Europe.
What are the benefits of BIM in facilities management?
Chris Wilson, energy manager at SPIE UK, discusses the substantial benefits of BIM in helping facilities managers create the best possible management approach.
UKGBC publish guidance toolkit to scale delivery of built environment
The UK Green Building Council (UKGBC) has today published a guidance toolkit prioritising the delivery of social value across built environment projects.