Get clarity on upcoming employment law changes coming this April
Below is an overview from the government’s Employment Rights Bill and the elements coming into force this April.
Government’s Land Use Framework published
The Land Use Framework has been published, working to help make decisions on land used for housing, infrastructure, or other uses.
Construction industry remains UK’s deadliest with no noticeable HSE improvements since...
The construction industry remains the UK's deadliest, according to new research from Astutis, with the same number of fatalities as in 2015.
World of Modular returns to Las Vegas April 20-23, 2026
As World of Modular returns to Las Vegas on April 20-23, 2026, the MBI team shares how to maximize your time at the event.
Circular economy in demolition: Repurposing waste to fuel new builds
Evelyn Long discusses the importance of the UK’s circular economy in demolition and how it should not only be maintained, but pushed further.
Construction industry welcomes young employment drive
News of a new government-backed young employment drive has been welcomed by many, including within the construction industry.
UK infrastructure’s carbon reporting revolution: surprising new trends in digital uptake
To meet the growing demands of frameworks like PAS 2080 and the increasing need for reliable carbon data, the industry is waking up to the benefits of better data capture, clearer visibility, and more integrated workflows.
Returning Scottish conference to focus on role of trees in urban...
Scotland’s built environment professionals will come together on 17 June in Stirling for the Trees and Development Conference 2026, a one-day event focused on why trees succeed or fail in development and what needs to change to improve outcomes.
College makes 85% energy saving with smart lighting system
A new smart lighting system has been installed into Halesowen College, saving energy and contributing to carbon reduction targets.
Half of facilities management teams not confident in achieving compliance
Only 54% of facilities management teams are confident that their organisation can achieve compliance in 2026, says a new report.
Calls for intergenerational communities to tackle shortage of housing for older...
A new APPG inquiry report has called for more masterplans that create intergenerational communities while addressing the chronic undersupply of housing for older people in England.
Final machine launched in HS2 Euston tunnel dig
The last Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) has been launched to complete the dig of the HS2 Euston Tunnel, the last bored tunnel for the line.
Designing for real-world structural behaviour with SCIA Engineer 2026
SCIA Engineer 2026 reflects a shift in structural engineering from not just identifying complex behaviours but managing them effectively.
Smarter facility management with digital reality
73% of facility managers in the UK spend most of their time reacting, rather than planning. Can digital reality change that?
Cheshire ‘wellbeing village’ completed
A Cheshire 'wellbeing village' has been completed, featuring MMC methods and sustainable energy and heating solutions.
MMC hospital extension submitted for approval
Plans have been submitted by Medical Architecture for a new MMC hospital extension, featuring Modern Methods of Construction throughout.
Re-flow Field Management are exhibiting at The UK Concrete Show 2026...
Re-flow will be exhibiting at The UK Concrete Show 2026, taking place at the NEC on 25–26 March.
What have the last seven years taught us? Insights from the...
Andrew Preston, director of Marketplace, Once For All, analyses the rise of residential and new build work in the UK, and how subcontractors can utilise data to stand out amongst their peers.
Energy secretary outlines new energy security measures
Ed Miliband, the UK energy secretary, has outlines new energy security measures in response to heightened tensions in the Middle East.
Registration opens for Digital Construction Week 2026
Ready to explore the solutions to the built environment’s biggest challenges? Digital Construction Week (DCW) returns to Excel London on 3-4 June, and registration is now open.
How environmental sensors are becoming essential tools for safer, healthier social...
As digital tools continue to evolve, environmental sensors are becoming one of the most practical and reliable ways to improve, monitor and understand social housing, writes Greig Fenton of Thomas & Adamson.
Join MMC Ireland’s Lunch & Learn Session with Heron Fire Doors
MMC Ireland is delighted to host our next Lunch & Learn session with Heron Fire Doors, exploring “Regs, Responsibilities & the Future of Fire Safety”.
Are you using technology to your advantage?
Even in its simplest form, technology can be a universal enabler, helping you to grow your business from strength to strength. The question is, how can you make digital workflows work for you? Here, Sophie Lynch, SMB account manager at Trimble explores some of the common obstacles to technology adoption and how you can use it to your advantage…
British Steel intervention cost may reach £1.5bn
The NAO has released a report showing that, by 2028, the government's British Steel intervention may cost £1.5bn or more.
FMB backs platform for neurodivergent construction workers
The Federation of Master Builders is backing a management platform to support neurodivergent construction workers.
Zigurat Institute to host second AI Congress for Architecture & Construction
The Zigurat Institute of Technology will host the second AI Congress for Architecture & Construction later this month.