SNC-Lavalin secures contract to refurbish nuclear power unit
Candu Energy, a member of the SNC-Lavalin Group and, Shoreline Power Group joint venture, and United Engineers & Constructors Inc, have been awarded a second fuel channel and feeder replacement contract, for Bruce Power’s nuclear unit.
Women in construction: Brooke Sharp discusses building her career
While most industries are becoming more inclusive it’s clear the construction industry still has some way to go. With just 14% of construction industry professionals being women, we sat down with Brooke Sharp, hire and site accommodation specialist at Cleveland Containers, about her career in construction and the importance of representation in the industry.
Report findings warn of ‘burnout build-up’ due to workplace stress
Experts warn that we’re seeing a ‘burnout build-up’ in the UK’s workforce, as reports show that nearly half of construction workers have suffered from excessive workplace stress over the past year, leading one in 10 employees to leave their jobs.
Demolition of Norton Court makes way for Birmingham Women’s Hospital’s modernisation
Demolition of Norton Court at Birmingham Women’s Hospital by leading building company Tilbury Douglas and local demolition and remediation partners Armac Group has successfully paved the way for hospital expansion.
Preparing for power cuts in the all-electric future
Dr Jon Hiscock, CEO of Fundamentals Limited, explores the challenges of keeping the power on in the race to low carbon electricity.
Reducing the reliance on carbon offsetting in construction
Don McLean, CEO of IES, explores how technology and local energy systems can be utilised to decarbonise without relying on carbon offsetting in construction.
CSIC and SEPA sign Sustainable Growth Agreement
Construction Scotland Innovation Centre (CSIC) and the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) have signed the Sustainable Growth Agreement to advocate for a sustainable future for the built environment, supporting innovation and inclusive growth.
Why MMC can help ease pressure on the UK construction industry
John Carter, commercial director for commercial real estate, Aldermore, explores how modern methods of construction (MMC) can help ease the current pressures felt by the UK construction industry.
2022 will see more construction firms turning to digital tools
Richard Warley, CEO of BigChange, shares his thoughts on why more construction firms, particularly SMEs, will turn to digital tools to grow stronger in 2022.
Gove bans Grenfell lead contractor from government housing scheme
A company linked to the refurbishment of Grenfell Tower is being excluded from the government’s Help to Buy housing scheme, pending the outcome of the Grenfell Inquiry, following concerns of ‘unacceptable’ business practices.
CCS and Scape adopt Building a Safer Future (BSF)
Construction procurement bodies, Crown Commercial Service and SCAPE, have adopted the Building a Safer Future (BSF) initiative to their frameworks.
Levelling up: Government pledges billions for councils to build back better
Councils across England are set to receive £53.9bn in ‘Levelling up’ funding for the next upcoming financial year, including an additional £1bn of funding for social care, according to the latest government announcement.
Major redevelopment plans for Wakefield rugby club
Wakefield Council approve plans for major redevelopment of Belle Vue stadium, providing a brand new 2,507 seated capacity East Stand built to Super League standards, and community facilities.
Construction firm receives £174K in tax relief for fixing stormwater tanks
Oakley Industrial Services has received £174k in government tax relief after perfecting a method for fixing underground stormwater tanks.
M-AR takes outside the box approach to offsite collaboration
Leading lights from the offsite construction sector came together at an event hosted by innovative offsite contractor M-AR this autumn to plot a totally new approach to affordable housing development.
The Donaldson Group acquires timber frame technology specialist SMTS
The Donaldson Group has acquired Stewart Milne Timber Systems, a ‘UK pioneer’ in timber frame technology and manufacturing, marking the company’s entry into the timber frame market.
Graham gains two places on DfE’s £7bn construction framework
GRAHAM makes it on to the highly coveted Department for Education’s 2021 £7bn Construction Framework.
Kitchen manufacturers invited to apply for LHC K7 framework
LHC invites kitchen manufacturers to apply for a new four-year framework to supply kitchens and associated products to the public sector.
HS2 ‘kickstarts’ construction careers in the West Midlands
The government’s Kickstart scheme has provided young people from the West Midlands with full-time jobs supporting the construction of HS2.
BESA nominated for four categories at TAF Best Practice Awards
The Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) has been recognised for its work in four different areas at this year’s prestigious Trade Association Forum (TAF) Best Practice Awards.
University College Birmingham to create sustainable construction skills centre
University College Birmingham is creating a sustainable construction skills centre, as part of the regeneration of the iconic James Cond print works in Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter.
BAM begins enabling works at Newcastle Gateshead Quays
The Newcastle Gateshead Quays arena, conference, and exhibition centre scheme is slowly coming to life as hoardings have been erected and enabling works begun on the site.
Asbestos claims are once again at the centre of litigation
Sylvie Gallage-Alwis, co-founding partner, Signature Litigation, explores the statistics contained in the latest FIVA report to highlight that asbestos claims are again at the centre of litigation.
Legal & General propose new sustainable modular neighbourhood
Legal & General have proposed a new and innovative modular neighbourhood at Bore Hill Farm, Warminster.
Post COP26 landmark ‘The Hope Sculpture’ delivers cement-free concrete superstructure
The Hope Sculpture by Steuart Padwick officially launched in Glasgow, with an industry panel discussing how the build’s 75% reduction in CO2 can be used to accelerate the construction sector’s net zero delivery.
Landmark Information launches land contamination report
Landmark Information has announced the publication of the second edition of its Data Insights Report, which reports into the history and origin of land contamination across England and Wales.