RTPI releases report on building UK utopian towns
UK utopian towns are still possible for town planners, says a new report from the Royal Town Planning Institute.
Building safety’s next phase: Why Gateway 3 and the single regulator...
Following a flurry of building safety announcements at the end of 2025, Stephen Workman of AtkinsRéalis examines concerns over Gateway 3 and the longer-term structure of regulation.
Raising the profile of Passivhaus
Jon Bootland, chief executive of the Passivhaus Trust, shares key indicators that Passivhaus is a growing force in the UK.
What 2026 holds for the road-marking sector: RSMA Conference insights
The RSMA Annual Conference & Dinner took place on 5 February – a milestone year marking the association’s 50th anniversary.
Sukanya Rollinson joins Advantage Home Construction Insurance (AHCI)
Structural Warranty and Bonds specialist provider Advantage has appointed Sukanya Rollinson as relationship manager, further strengthening its client engagement team as the business continues its strategic growth across the UK.
From targets to talent: Preparing the built environment for the future
To meet the scale and ambition of the government’s targets, we need people who are equipped with the right skills, supported by data and technology and driven by a shared sense of purpose, writes Andrew Reynolds, chief executive of RLB UK & Europe.
RIBA RSAW Welsh Architecture Awards 2026 shortlist revealed
The RSAW Welsh Architecture Awards shortlist contains six projects, the winners of which will be revealed later this year.
New Boost R Hybrid Roof brochure gives build-up examples and thermal...
As winter continues to bite, roofers, specifiers and builders battling to select an insulating roofing underlay which can cope with winter storms and cold weather may be interested in a new brochure produced by insulation specialist Actis.
HBF responds to Welsh housing estimate
The Home Builders Federation has responded to Welsh housing estimates which show a need to double current housing delivery.
Vectorworks takes best of show at ISE 2026 for LED Video...
Vectorworks, Inc. has earned a Best of Show Award at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE 2026) in the Digital Signage category for its LED Video Wall Tool, released in Vectorworks 2026.
ONS stats December 2025 reveal a whimpering end to the year
The ONS stats December 2025 show contractions in all but two sectors, and a rough close to the year and start of 2026.
3D printed house obtains Japanese government seismic approval
A cave-inspired home has become the first 2-storey 3D printed reinforced concrete house to obtain government approval under Japan’s stringent seismic design requirements.
Building safer outcomes, not just better buildings
Richard Harral, chief executive officer at the Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE), on the shift to competency-based systems for delivering safer outcomes in the built environment.
SOCOTEC UK & Ireland makes multi-million pound apprenticeship investment
Global leader in testing, inspection and certification (TIC) services, SOCOTEC UK & Ireland, has announced it has invested approximately £2m in apprenticeships over the past five years – helping over 450 employees on programmes in the process.
Local Power Plan to fund £1bn of projects
The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) has announced a £1bn community energy investment for green projects.
Northumberland CC given C4 for failing to meet social housing standards
Northumberland City Council has been granted a C4 grade, requiring improvement after falling short of social housing standards.
RIBA South West and Wessex Awards 2026 shortlist seventeen projects
All projects shortlisted for RIBA South West and Wessex Awards 2026 will be visited by a regional jury, and the winning projects will be announced later this spring.
Advantage Home Construction Insurance (AHCI) appoints Head of Marketing
Structural Warranty and Bonds specialist provider Advantage has appointed industry expert Piers Durrant as Head of Marketing, a newly created role aimed at supporting the company’s next phase of expansion.
[VIDEO] Deck assembly completed for HS2 Coleshill viaducts
Deck assembly has been completed for four HS2 Coleshill viaducts, marking another step towards completion for the Delta junction.
Jennie Daly CBE appointed chair of the Future Homes Hub
Jennie Daly CBE, chief executive of Taylor Wimpey plc, has been appointed as the new chair of the Future Homes Hub.
Adjudication: The fast response to rising construction disputes
With construction insolvencies up over 50% in five years, commercial disputes in the sector are increasing rapidly. In this climate, adjudication remains one of the most effective tools to manage risk, protect cashflow and resolve disputes before projects derail. Construction litigation expert Mustafa Sidki of Thackray Williams explains the types of adjudication, when they are appropriate and the liabilities for different parties.
Decision due for massive NHS hospital framework winners
It is expected that the winners of the NHS hospital framework will be announced soon as part of the New Hospitals Programme.
The shift to UK‑aligned sustainability reporting – what subcontractors need to...
Re-flow explores what subcontractors need to prepare for as new standards come into effect on sustainability reporting.
SNIPEF say small businesses can’t afford UK apprenticeships
A new SNIPEF paper reveals that many firms cannot afford UK apprenticeships, in spite of the desire to hire.
Social housing could be key to offsite manufacturing rebound
A new Barbour forecast predicts that after several high profile collapses, the fortunes of offsite manufacturers could be on the rebound- with social housing the key.
Artificial Intelligence in UK construction: One year on
Ben Goodwin, director of policy & public affairs at the CECA, gives an overview of the state of AI in the UK construction industry.