76% of construction businesses struggling to hire skilled workers, putting 1.5m...
New research from City & Guilds has found that more than half of business leaders (54%) lack confidence that the construction sector can meet government housing targets due to skilled workforce shortages and rising costs.
How AI is set to transform project management in construction
As the UK construction industry increasingly focuses on digital transformation, Dan Ashton of Proicere Digital analyses the impact of AI on scheduling, cost management and site safety
How live event engineering is transforming construction
Star Live is combining technical innovation and practical experience to revolutionise the conception and delivery of buildings.
Why London’s development growth depends on construction capacity
Brian Smith, head of cost management at AECOM, discusses the evolving landscape contractors face and what’s needed to support London’s development targets.
A simple test to check tonal contrast – it’s there in...
Ian Streets, managing director of About Access, helps to clear the fog around how to achieve the right contrast when designing to improve accessibility.
RIBA taskforce to tackle workplace wellbeing issues in architecture
The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has launched a taskforce of leading industry figures to address the serious issues and unhealthy work culture that came to light in its recent survey among staff in RIBA registered practices.
Asbestos Victims Support Group Forum lawyer welcomes APPG report into asbestos...
The All-Party Parliamentary Group on Occupation Safety and Health’s (APPGOSH) report has urged ministers to ban Cape from government contracts until it pays £10m towards asbestos cancer research.
The real cost of tendering for SMEs
Tim Barrett, chair, Construction Alliance North East, examines the hurdles of traditional tendering and asks how SMEs can overcome them.
Achieving net zero buildings: A practical pathway for the construction industry
A new report from the World Business Council for Sustainable Development and Arup sets out how property owners and policymakers can take action now to meet emissions targets
Your Project, Our Protection
Advantage Home Construction Insurance (AHCI) offers a variety of building warranty and insurance services, perfect for any project.
Cornerstone asks: what is a healthy building?
Cornerstone's David Bly answers common questions about damp, condensation and mould- as well as how to tell if your building is healthy.
Strict deadlines and supply audits could help Britain’s infrastructure delivery backlog
A new report from the Council on Geostrategy’s Caudwell Strong Britain programme has found that the UK is falling behind our European counterparts on infrastructure delivery.
Homes England housebuilding stats show modest rise in homes built
New Homes England housebuilding stats show a small growth in homes started and delivered by the agency, with a focus on affordable homes.
Last calls for RTPI Level 7 Apprenticeship funding
Funding for the RTPI Level 7 Apprenticeship will be discontinued for those over 21 from January 2026, prompting a call for action.
Ofgem approves £24bn investment for 80 new energy projects
Energy regulator for the UK, the Office of Gas & Electricity Markets (Ofgem), has granted initial approval to 80 energy projects to upgrade Britain's electricity supergrid and maintain gas infrastructure.
Reforms to Building Safety Regulator revealed
A series of reforms have been announced for the Building Safety Regulator, including its removal from the HSE and new funding for staff.
Balancing innovation and investment: The digital crossroads for FM professionals
The latest Voice of the Facility Manager report from MRI Software offers a telling snapshot of an industry at a digital inflection point.
Unlocking value through MPBA membership
As the voice of the modular construction industry, the Modular & Portable Building Association (MPBA) offers a powerful platform for its members to influence the direction of the sector, solve business challenges and expand reach.
Planning reform 2025: Will fast-tracking deliver on its promise?
With the UK housing crisis showing no signs of slowing, the government’s latest round of planning reform, announced in March 2025, aims to inject urgency and efficiency into a notoriously sluggish system.
MMC lifecycle: Can offsite construction deliver housing and net zero goals?
Andrew Cowan of OneClickLCA examines the importance of lifecycle assessment in Modern Methods of Construction
Nemetschek Group wins Game Changer Award 2025
The Nemetschek Group, a global leader in AEC/O (Architecture, Engineering, Construction and Operations) and media & entertainment software solutions, has received the prestigious Game Changer Award 2025 in the category “Operations of the Future”.
TfL infrastructure improvement framework details announced
Transport for London (TfL) has initiated the procurement process for its infrastructure improvement framework, anticipated to encompass up to £700 million in construction and design works.
[VIDEO] 8.4 mile HS2 tunnel breaks through beneath London
Northolt Tunnel, the second-longest on the HS2 route, has been completed using four tunnel-boring machines (TBMs).
Hinkley Point C contractors confirmed for Sizewell C civil works
Sizewell C, Laing O’Rourke, Balfour Beatty, and Bouygues Travaux Publics have signed an Program Alliance Agreement for the 8-year civil works project at Sizewell C.
[VIDEO] Government rejects Morocco-UK power cable project
The £25bn Morocco-UK power cable project, which would bring solar and wind energy from the Sahara to the UK, has been blocked by the government in favour of homegrown energy solutions.
Fire chiefs brought in to oversee extrication of BSR from HSE
Two fire chiefs have been appointed to a shadow board to oversee the transition of the Building Safety Regulator(BSR) from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) to becoming a separate agency.