Green light for new Colindale regeneration scheme
A major new Colindale regeneration scheme has gained planning permission, creating 750 homes over the next ten years.
Bernard Conroy appointed as Ramboll’s new Building Services Director science Lead
Bernard Conroy has been appointed as Ramboll’s new Building Services Director, completing its multi-disciplinary science sector leadership team.
LABC launch new fully-funded construction trainee programme
Local Authority Building Control (LABC), has launched a new, fully-funded construction trainee scheme to attract new recruits into the profession.
Tarmac bog restoration project at Swarth Moor SSSI a biodiversity success
Tarmac’s bog restoration project at Swarth Moor SSSI has documented record numbers of a threatened species of newt, proving the ‘re-wetting’ of the bog was a success.
Applications open for new LHC Consultancy Services (CS1) Framework
Applications are now open for specialist construction, asset management, and energy (EPC) consultants to join LHC's new Consultancy Services (CS1) Framework, to provide consultancy services for the construction of public sector buildings and homes.
The role of the public sector in decarbonisation
The public sector faces a significant challenge in transitioning to net zero. The UK Real Estate Investment & Infrastructure Forum recently held a panel discussion looking at some of the key issues including funding and the impact of the skills shortage.
Digitisation of procurement is the only way to the gold standard
Eighteen months on from the publication of the Construction Playbook, just how well is the industry doing in meeting the needs for increased digitisation of procurement? Julian Penna, product owner for MyPagabo, says that while the pieces of the puzzle are all there, the industry as a whole is still a few steps away from completing the jigsaw.
August property prices fall but new listings are up by 12%
August property prices fell for the first time this year, down 1.3% to an average asking price of £365,173, Rightmove has found.
How construction managers can help workers with poor mental health
Despite the on-going mental health crisis, recent talk around how builders are “going woke” is now reversing the small progress the industry had made in tackling its high suicide rates and cases of poor mental health. Lee Mills of Citation discusses the Building Minds campaign, which aims to equip construction managers with the tools to help the struggling workforce.
Women in construction: Savannah Williams Duberry discusses her career
In this article, Savannah Williams Duberry, architectural assistant apprentice at L&Q tells PBC Today about her role in the sector, women in construction, and attracting new talent.
2022 Finalists for CIOB Awards revealed
The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) has announced the 2022 finalists for the CIOB Awards, which will take place on 28 September in London.
Contractor rights on supplementing a subcontractor’s labour
When a contractor is looking to supplement a subcontractor’s labour, there are a number of remedies and rights to consider, Arbicon explains.
Scope 3 emissions guidance to better enable achieving net zero buildings
The new Scope 3 emissions guidance sets out how the emissions of buildings in operation can achieve net zero carbon and meet COP26 carbon reduction targets.
FlowForma process automation recognised as Top 10 Construction Tech Solution Provider
FlowForma, leading provider of process automation tools for Microsoft Office 365, has been recognised as one of the ‘Top 10 Construction Tech Solution Providers 2021’.
Amersham church refurbishment to improve facilities with £56k HS2 grant
The Amersham church refurbishment of St Michael and All Angels Church Hall will include electric vehicle charging points, LED lighting and electric water heaters.
£8m levelling up funding to repair A180 bridges in Grimsby
An £8m boost of funding to repair A180 bridges connecting Grimsby and Immingham has been announced by the Levelling Up Secretary Greg Clark.
Drought declared across England as 20m face water restrictions
The Environmental Agency declared a drought this lunchtime across eight major regions of England after the driest summer for half a century.
June 2022 construction output reveals a 1.4% decrease
June 2022 construction output has revealed a 1.4% decrease, marking the first since October 2021 following seven consecutive months of growth.
Government to start naming and shaming failing landlords
The Department of Levelling Up, Housing and Communities has announced it will start naming and shaming failing landlords on government social media.
How does the construction industry tackle hazardous waste?
Nathan Gray of Reconomy explores how the construction industry currently tackles hazardous waste and considers whether a circular approach is the solution for a sustainable future.
Preventing legionella with IoT, automation and digital processes
Organisations across the UK are responsible under health and safety legislation for preventing legionella and other known pathogens in freshwater systems – but the process can require a lot of time, effort and expense. Automation, digitisation and the internet of things could help drive effective change, says Chris Potts, marketing director of ANT Telecom.
Richard Bagnall appointed as Hayfield Human Resources Manager
The Solihull-based housebuilder has appointed Richard Bagnall as the new Hayfield Human Resources Manager, as it prepares to deliver 500 homes in middle England.
Galliford Try selected for Northumbrian Water Chemical Dosing Framework
Galliford Try have been appointed to the Northumbrian Water Chemical Dosing Framework, as part of a project that will upgrade water and wastewater facilities.
Tech-aided workflows for UK construction Part L compliance
In this article, Trimble Viewpoint explains to PBC Today how housebuilders are using Field View to help With Part L compliance.
Tilbury Douglas completes construction on £6.3m Same Day Emergency Care Centre
Tilbury Douglas has completed construction on an extension at Warrington Hospital, creating a new £6.3m Same Day Emergency Care Centre.
Part M4(2) regulations on accessibility in new homes to become mandatory
Accessibility in new homes in England must achieve the accessibility and adaptability standards set out in Part M4(2), a government consultation has found.