New Construction Industry Council chair appointed
Ian Brant has been appointed as the new Construction Industry Council chair, succeeding Dr Wei Yang OBE after their two year tenure.
Lessons to improve worker mental health in construction
According to the latest Health and Safety at Work Report, the current rate of work-related ill health is still higher than the levels seen pre-Covid – a level that had previously been broadly consistent without rising.
Why the future of construction procurement belongs to the fast, the...
In a sector where margins are razor thin and deadlines are non-negotiable, outdated procurement practices are holding contractors back.
£39bn affordable homes boost will require focus on MMC and more...
Insulation specialist Actis has welcomed the £39bn affordable housing investment announced in this week's government spending review - but reiterates that offsite construction and training more builders will be key to the delivery of such homes over the coming decade.
National Housing Bank to build over half a million homes
The National Housing Bank is receiving both public and private investment to deliver more than 500,000 new homes.
Two more years of delays for HS2 after “litany of failures”
Transport secretary Heidi Alexander announced the delays to the Commons today, saying there is "no reasonable way" that HS2 will be delivered on the current schedule.
HS2 subcontractor fraud case sent to HMRC
A HS2 subcontractor fraud case has been sent to HMRC following an investigation by HS2 Ltd that began last year.
Homes England acquires Ripon Barracks for 1,300 new homes
Ripon Barracks has been released by the Ministry of Defence to Homes England, making way for 1,300 new homes.
Unlocking the future of construction procurement: the power of data-driven solutions
As the demand for faster, more efficient, and cost-effective project delivery grows, traditional procurement methods are becoming outdated and inefficient.
Driving Collaboration with Software for Civil Engineers
From more efficient feedback processes to better accuracy, Bluebeam is helping structural and civil engineers work faster – and smarter.
Five ways that frameworks help public sector budgets go further
Clive Feeney, CEO of LHC Procurement Group explores how frameworks can maximise the potential of public sector budgets.
Finalists for Manchester Prize AI competition announced
The 10 finalists for the Manchester Prize, an AI innovation competition for UK industry, have been announced.
Glenigan 2025 Summer Forecast shows sunny skies ahead for construction
The Glenigan 2025 Summer Forecast is predicting a boom to begin in the second half of this year and growing into 2027.
Structures Fund to pledge £1bn to motor infrastructure
The government have announced the structures fund, putting £1bn to repairing and upgrading bridges, tunnels, and flyovers.
NHBC announces the appointment of Paul Turner as new CEO
The National House Building Council (NHBC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Paul Turner as Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 September 2025.
£8bn flood defence package to prioritise UK contractors
A flood defence package worth £7.9bn is promised by DEFRA to be the largest investment in anti-flood infrastructure ever.
Councils’ race to net zero is too slow, warns Climate Emergency...
Climate Emergency UK has published the second edition of the Council Climate Action Scorecards, assessing all UK councils on their progress towards net zero- and has found that only 16% appear to be on track to meet 2030 targets.
Bridging the retrofit skills gap
The UK’s heritage bodies, Cadw, Historic England and Historic Environment Scotland, have teamed up to publish a new handbook to support learners undertaking retrofit
skills and qualifications
Navigating the Challenges of Building Safety Case Reports: Insights from SOCOTEC...
SOCOTEC UK explores how to create a comprehensive Building Safety Case Report, even when working with older buildings.
Albert Bridge House scheme doubles number of build-to-rent homes in new...
The developers behind the Albert Bridge House scheme have submitted new proposals with new tower layouts and an 128% increase in the number of homes.
First majority-led LGBTQ+ housing development begins
The first majority LGBTQ+ housing development has begun construction in Manchester, celebrated during Pride Month.
Updated NHS modular buildings framework unveiled
A new NHS modular buildings framework has been revealed, promising to help tackle backlogs and new builds alike through offsite construction.
Digital custodianship for ageing infrastructure asset management
Tom Bartley, director of infrastructure at Mind Foundry, discusses how developing technology will impact asset management.
Why embracing innovation in construction isn’t optional anymore — it’s a...
BCM Agency helps clients embrace innovation in construction with forward-thinking B2B marketing strategies.
Construction worker fined after primary school asbestos exposure
A primary school asbestos exposure incident has led to the site supervisor being fined for more than £6,000.
3D concrete printing: Shaping the future of curved walls
Several recent studies examine how 3D concrete printing elements behave under horizontal loads, and how to improve their characteristics.