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Skyline of Toronto over Ontario Lake at twilight, representing the UK-Canada agreement on architects' registration

New agreement that helps eligible architects register between UK and Canada...

A new UK-Canada mutual recognition agreement (MRA) will be signed today between the UK’s Architects Registration Board (ARB) and Canada’s Regulatory Organizations of Architecture in Canada / Regroupement des Ordres d’Architectes du Canada (ROAC).
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Experimental AI tool that digitises planning data could help councils meet...

Currently in early testing, the AI tool could reduce the time needed to convert old planning documents into digital records, helping councils to make faster, better informed decisions to deliver housing.
Modern high rise blocks of flats in a city centre under partly cloudy sky in summer. A building under construction is visible in distance. Manchester, England, UK, representing BTR

Over 17,000 Build-to-Rent homes completed in last year but future supply...

The number of completed Build-to-Rent (BtR) homes has surpassed 127,000, with an additional 17,309 homes completed over the past 12 months, according to the BPF and Savills.
Young woman, architect working in office, representing Responding to the ARB’s Independent PPE Commission, RIBA has reiterated the importance of more flexible and shorter forms of study

RIBA calls for more flexible modes of study for architect trainees

Writing in response to the ARB’s Independent Commission on professional practical experience in architecture, RIBA has reiterated the importance of flexible and shorter forms of study.
Nantwich, Cheshire, England, February 2nd 2025. Yellow construction barriers, with a car passing roadwork in the background, representing works carried out by NEPO210

£500m road resurfacing framework out for market consultation

The NEPO210 Highway surfacing works framework will last 8 years, from 1 November 2025 to 31 October 2033 on roads in North East England.
Backlit silhouette of a construction site with cranes and steel structures building the word success

Building success: The power of strategic planning in UK B2B construction...

In the UK’s ever-evolving construction sector, a strategic marketing plan can be the key to success.
The government wants to digitise the property market – but commercial real estate also needs a digitisation strategy, argues Andrew Lloyd, manging director of Search Acumen

A digital strategy for UK commercial real estate

The government wants to digitise the property market – but commercial real estate also needs a digitisation strategy, argues Andrew Lloyd, managing director of Search Acumen.
Building work on new houses - construction site, representing Structural Defects Insurance policy

Advantage Home Construction Insurance celebrates 10,000th Structural Defects Policy inception

Advantage Home Construction Insurance (AHCI) is proud to announce a major milestone in its journey, with the inception of its 10,000th Structural Defects Insurance policy.
In December 2020, at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Butlins approached Star Live with a substantial construction brief driven by urgent operational need.

Beyond temporary: The pioneering construction approach at Butlin’s resorts

In December 2020, at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Butlins approached Star Live with a substantial construction brief driven by urgent operational need.
The Airedale Hospital will be state of the art and replace the current RAAC building

Gleeds appointed project manager for Airedale Hospital

The Airedale Hospital project has had Gleeds appointed as project manager by the NHS Airedale trust, replacing the current RAAC building.
The RICS update on profession is aimed at RICS members and surveyors

RICS update on profession published by CEO

Justin Young has published a RICS update on profession for RICS members and surveyors, detailing changes to the industry.
The new NISTA CEO will oversee the authority as it tackles infrastructure projects across the UK

New NISTA CEO appointed

Becky Wood, partner at EY, has been appointed as the new NISTA CEO, set to take up her role later this year in June.
Homes England funding will allow Wyatt Homes to build hundreds more homes

Homes England funding hundreds of new homes

Homes England funding, in partnership with HSBC, has been given to Wyatt Homes through the Homes England Home Building Fund.
Hydrogen fuel in construction can be used to fill energy storage like this

Hydrogen fuel in construction endorsed by Wates

Wates are trialling hydrogen fuel in construction through using a JCB hydrogen generator at a worksite near Wolverhampton.
Shot of a young woman working at a construction site, representing the Top 100 Most Influential Women in Construction Awards 2025

Top 100 Most Influential Women in Construction Awards 2025: Celebrate the...

It’s time to nominate your colleagues – or yourself - for the Top 100 Most Influential Women in Construction Awards 2025.
Shallow focus of a generic Fire Escape sign seen hanging from the ceiling of a hotel lobby in the UK. Seen during late at night, many of the guests are in there rooms, representing the FSBRG

Who is the Fire Safety Building Regulation Group and what do...

The Fire Safety Building Regulation Group was founded to create a community of likeminded professionals working in fire safety and building control to drive excellence across the sector.
The framework PAS 2080 sets out an approach for civil infrastructure and utilities businesses to reduce carbon emissions and reach net zero

PAS 2080: how carbon management can be made easy with digital...

The framework PAS 2080 sets out an approach for civil infrastructure and utilities businesses to reduce carbon emissions and reach net zero.
Picture of PPE, or personal protective devices, for sale in a shop, haning. Yellow and Orange vests, harnesses and helmets are visible, representing building control webinar

Navigating the new era of Building Control: Key takeaways from our...

The construction industry is no stranger to change, but the recent updates to the Building Safety Act (BSA) represents the most significant shifts in decades.
One home every minute will need home EPC rating upgrades to meet 2050 targets

Research shows over 12m home EPC ratings need improvements

Research from Eurocell shows that an alarmingly high percentage of homes will need home EPC rating improvements before 2050.
The Barratt Redrow shuffle will see major management shifts for the housebuilder

Barratt Redrow shuffles management after merger

A Barratt Redrow shuffle has come after the merger completed late last year, and seeing in a new COO later this year.
The hydrogen skills framework is intended to support training for the sector

Hydrogen skills framework launched to foster skill growth

The HSA has launched a hydrogen skills framework in a bid to support training of new staff and tackle challenges faced by the sector.
Abstract people standing on a large digital screen, analysing interactive data visualisations and charts for strategic planning. Representing teamwork, technology, and data-driven decision making in a corporate environment.

The benefits of data driven construction procurement

The construction industry is constantly evolving, and procurement is no exception. In today’s landscape, relying on traditional procurement methods isn’t enough—subcontractors and housebuilders need data-driven insights to stay competitive.
Buckinghamshire, UK - May 18, 2024. New build homes for sale on a new housing development, UK, representing the Home Quality Mark

Home Quality Mark joins BREEAM product range as BRE strengthens green...

BRE’s Home Quality Mark (HQM) will become ‘BREEAM UK New Construction: Residential’ on 16 April 2025, retaining HQM’s residential and quality focus, but simplifying the BREEAM product range and certification in the new build sector.
The Glenigan April 2025 review shows a drop in project starts

Glenigan April 2025 report details first effects of US tariffs

The Glenigan April 2025 report shows a decline in project starts for major and minor projects, and a gloomy future regarding tariffs.
Aerial view of the M1 motorway, the same motorway Costain have been building the M1 emergency areas

Costain completes work on M1 emergency areas ahead of schedule

Costain have completed work on a set of 41 M1 emergency areas between Derbyshire and South Yorkshire as part of the NEAR programme.
Forterra has teamed up with Swedish mining company LKAB Minerals reusing manufacturing waste by recycling crushed brick waste into calcined clay as a low-carbon alternative to cement.

Forterra recycling brick waste into calcined clay as cement alternative

Forterra has teamed up with Swedish mining company LKAB Minerals reusing manufacturing waste by recycling crushed brick waste into calcined clay as a low-carbon alternative to cement.