SNIPEF notes increased diversity among its plumbing apprentices
The Scotland and Northern Ireland Plumbing Employers’ Federation (SNIPEF) has seen increased diversity amongst its most recently recruited plumbing apprentices.
House prices rise for fifth consecutive month, reports Halifax
Halifax have reported that house prices have risen for the fifth consecutive month, with growth now at a 15-year high, and reaching record-breaking figures.
Construction underway on £3.16m sporting facility at King Edward Grammar
A new multi-million-pound sports hall is being built at King Edward VI Grammar School in Louth, Lincolnshire.
65% of renters worried about paying their energy bills this winter
The fuel crisis presents a major problem for millions of households in the UK, least of all those renting. Rising fuel costs means a hike in household bills – and the financial and mental toll on renters is significant.
Belfast construction company fined over health and safety breaches
A construction company has been fined following an inspection by HSE, after poor welfare standards, dangerous electrical systems, and inadequate health and safety provision were found on site.
Julie Hood appointed to lead Collinson Construction’s modular division
Collinson Construction has appointed Julie Hood as the new business development manager to support its modular construction division.
Construction output shows the fastest rise in four months
HIS Markit and CIPS UK report that UK construction companies have indicated a sharp increase in business activity, and the fastest upturn in commercial work.
Storm Barra set to disrupt construction sites across the UK
Contractors should prepare construction sites against humidity risks posed by heavy rain and snowstorms, warns Matt Watson, Moisture Control Expert for Aggreko Northern Europe.
£2.3 million centre of excellence for construction innovation opens
I-Construct, a £2.3 million centre of excellence for construction innovation has opened in Braintree, 15 months after building work began.
Kier appointed to £7bn DfE 2021 Construction Framework
Kier has been appointed to the Department for Education’s £7bn construction framework, which will cover all types of education buildings in England, including schools, universities, and technical colleges.
Balfour Beatty strengthens its commitment to hiring young people
Balfour Beatty has strengthened its commitment to hiring apprentices, graduates and trainees for the second year running.
Riverside Scotland provides affordable modular housing to veteran families
Riverside Scotland has opened up the ‘nation’s largest’ affordable modular housing development, with four homes being allocated to military veteran households.
Hayfield uses fingerprint drug testing across its construction sites
Hayfield uses fingerprint technology to screen for recent drug use across its construction sites, supporting health and safety.
Multiplex releases social equity strategy to tackle construction inequality
Global construction contractor Multiplex has launched a 10-year social equity strategy, to help to address inequality and injustice in the construction industry.
UK BIM Framework updates guidance for the ISO 19650 series
The Centre for Digital Built Britain, BSI and the UK BIM Alliance, have updated the online documents for guidance on the BS EN ISO 19650 series.
Tackling fuel poverty with a retrofit programme
Following Fuel Poverty Awareness Day last week, SWPA look at what more can be done to help the 4 million households that live in fuel poverty.
RECOM appointed to complete stalled Manchester apartment scheme
RECOM has been appointed as the main contractor to complete formerly stalled multi-million-pound apartment development, opposite Manchester O2 Apollo.
Construction prices will continue to inflate into 2022
Arcadis has updated its tender price forecast and predicts that inflation is set to continue into 2022, amidst the energy crisis.
Scottish Procurement Alliance launches free of charge call-off service
The Scottish Procurement Alliance (SPA) has launched a free of charge call-off service for its public sector partners to simplify the procurement process.
How the cement industry can drive net zero goals
Conor O’Riain, Managing Director at Ecocem, explores how the construction industry is using sustainability measures to contribute to net zero goals.
Dark clouds for SME developers
SME developers play a crucial role in UK housing delivery. They are more nimble than their larger counterparts, often more innovative, and able to transform smaller sites that get overlooked.
Skanska UK tackles under-representation of young Black men in construction
Skanska UK participates in programme to tackle the under-representation of young Black men in construction.
CICV Forum issues COVID-19 health and safety warning ahead of winter
Construction Industry Coronavirus (CICV) Forum has issued a winter warning to the construction industry urging them to follow COVID-19 health and safety measures.
SNC-Lavalin secures contract to maintain Ireland’s motorway network
SNC-Lavalin has been commissioned by Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII), to oversee the maintenance of Ireland’s motorway and dual carriageway network.
BAM bags Constructing Excellence awards for landmark projects
BAM Construction celebrates success at the 2021 Constructing Excellence Awards, after two landmark projects delivered by its North East team were recognised.
Travis Perkins plc commits to Disability Confident scheme
Travis Perkins plc has announced that it has signed up to the Department for Work & Pensions Disability Confident scheme.