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The ECITB National Occupational Standards sets guidelines for vocational training and apprenticeships

ECITB update National Occupational Standards (NOS) for project control

The ECITB have updated their National Occupational Standards documents, streamlining and simplifying the documents for contemporary workers.
Old Oak Common station sees the first platforms for HS2

[VIDEO] First Old Oak Common platforms installed

The first platforms for the whole of HS2 have been revealed, with slabs being laid at Old Oak Common station.

Actis’ performance gap CPD celebrates a decade of thermal bridging education

A RIBA-approved CPD designed to help construction professionals combat thermal bridging is celebrating its tenth anniversary.
See how digital tools can help AEC businesses streamline processes, maximise internal talent and deliver more efficiently

Using software to bridge the labour gap

See how digital tools can help AEC businesses streamline processes, maximise internal talent and deliver more efficiently.
Ladybower reservoir, a major reservoir in Derbyshire, and similar to what the two new water reservoirs will be

Government announce first new water reservoirs since 1990s

The government have announced two new reservoirs, the first major water infrastructure reservoirs since the 1990s to combat water scarcity.
The RTPI net zero guidance clarifies integrating net zero into planning towns

New RTPI net zero guidance launched for town planners

New RTPI net zero guidance has been published, clarifying integrating net zero at the planning stage and calling for policy reform.
By prioritising copper in heat pump systems, we can deliver homes that are compliant, resilient and sustainable for future generations

Copper pipes and heat pumps, a sustainable duo

By prioritising copper in heat pump systems, stakeholders can meet the demands of today while anticipating the challenges of tomorrow, delivering homes that are not only compliant but also resilient and sustainable for generations to come.
The Housing Ombudsman highlights distrust in residents for housing repair and maintenance

Cultural transformation needed, says Housing Ombudsman report

The Housing Ombudsman's report found that there here is a lack of trust in home repair and maintenance, leading to it being the cause of most complaints.
When it comes to protecting your property, determining the correct rebuild value is the foundation for the entire insurance policy

Understanding the importance of accurate rebuild values in property insurance

When it comes to protecting your property, determining the correct rebuild value is crucial. This figure is more than just a number; it’s a foundation for your entire insurance policy. Setting this accurately ensures that, in the event of a loss, your property can be fully restored without unexpected financial gaps.
The Building Safety Alliance's golden thread guidance will help to maintain building safety

Building Safety Alliance publishes golden thread guidance

Golden thread guidance documents have been published by the Building Safety Alliance to clarify the process of maintaining safety information.
NHBC will be opening applications for its 2025 business graduate programme for three weeks from Thursday 15 May 2025

Applications open for NHBC 2025 business graduate programme

Following the success of its inaugural graduate scheme last year, NHBC will be opening applications for its 2025 business graduate programme for three weeks from Thursday 15 May 2025.
Housing in Belfast, a key area in the Northern Ireland housebuilding crisis

Northern Ireland housebuilding sees growth

Northern Irish housebuilding has seen minor growth in starts and completions, but concerns remain for social budgets.
New rules reforms intend to boost construction SME support

New construction SME support announced in rules reforms

Rules reforms intended to boost construction SME support have been announced, streamlining both land and financing rules.
Construction skills reforms will target workforce expansion

New construction skills reforms to address skills gap

New government construction skills reforms have been announced to encourage younger workers to take up tools, but not all are happy with it.
A female IT worker stands amid data centre racks in silouhette, representing data centres

Data centre boom: Assessing supply chain strains amid unprecedented demand

AI is powering a boom in demand for data centres – but can supply chains withstand the pressure? Nikki Venetsanakis, head of advanced tech, UK & Europe at Rider Levett Bucknall, takes a look.
SME support will be crucial to delivering targets, say NFB

National Federation of Builders say SME support vital to hitting targets

The National Federation of Builders has responded to government calls for investment in construction, saying more support for SMEs is needed.
Concept art for the Waterloo Station vision

Waterloo Station vision to make area more sustainable

Details for the Waterloo Station vision plans have been revealed, prioritising health, safety, and sustainability.
Average house prices are rising with no relief for first time buyers

Average house price for first-time buyer hits £250,000

The house price index March 2025 has revealed further increases for house prices with no relief for first time buyers in sight.
Recording Heat Loss at the House With Infrared Thermal Camera

Wind farm ‘blow’ prompts reminder to focus on fabric first in...

While the recent axing of a major offshore wind farm project is a major blow to the government's' clean power target, a key driver in the fight for net zero must always be to focus on ‘fabric first', says European insulation specialist Actis.
A new message to housebuilders from the PM is saying: "get on with it"

PM: “My message to housebuilders: get on with it”

The prime minister and deputy prime minister have released a message to housebuilders, urging speed and proposing new rules.
Over 5,000 unemployed HS2 jobs have been given since the project began

Record number of unemployed hired for HS2 jobs

A record number of unemployed HS2 jobs have been given since the project began seven years ago, say new stats.
Builders' licences would protect consumers and traders, say FMB

Support for builders’ licences is growing, say FMB

The Federation of Master Builders is reinforcing their call for builders' licences in the wake of a report on retrofitting.
Construction SMEs could be key to achieving the 1.5m homes target, if given the environment to do so, says CAN

The 1.5m homes challenge: Why construction SMEs must be part of...

Tim Barrett, chair of the Construction Alliance Northeast (CAN), discusses barriers to 1.5m homes, and the role construction SMEs could play.

Trimble promotes connected workflows at Digital Construction Week

Global technology company Trimble will be bringing its connected workflows and digital construction solutions to London’s ExCeL for Digital Construction Week, looking to promote confidence at every turn.

Closing the “training gap” on biodiversity net gain

The introduction of mandatory biodiversity net gain requirements has highlighted the need for confidence building across planning departments.

New home registrations rise in Q1 with developers encouraged by government...

Figures released by NHBC show 29,356 new homes were registered to be built in Q1 2025, up 36% on Q1 2024 (21,635) and 17% more than Q4 2024 (25,034). 26,120 new homes were completed in the same period, 1% down on Q1 2024.