RICS releases low cost adjudication option for construction SMEs
The RICS Dispute Resolution Service (DRS) has made adjudication more affordable for smaller construction firms and SMEs.
COVID-19 – An update from the HSE (Health & Safety Executive)
The Access Group discuss the latest advice from the HSE on the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and how that looks in a workplace environment
Reskinning as a solution to London’s housing shortage
Reskinning existing buildings could provide affordable housing for the capital at a faster rate without the negative impacts of demolition that can undermine the benefits of new builds. Richard Hyams of architect astudio takes a look.
Construction firms hit by insurance cuts amid Covid-19 pandemic
At least five commercial insurers have removed cover for construction firms from their policies due to Covid-19, says Mactavish.
Building control bodies should continue site inspections, says Government
Building control bodies should continue to undertake regular site inspections to ensure that work continues to meet building regulations’ requirements, says the government.
Unite calls for stricter site operating procedures to protect workers
The UK’s construction union, Unite, has warned that the latest construction site guidance is ‘unsafe’ and ‘places construction workers at unnecessary risk’.
Construction restarts on affordable housing scheme in Kidderminster
Construction work is set to restart on the former Victoria Carpets Sports Ground in Kidderminster after work was halted due to Covid-19.
Caledonian wins £40m student accommodation scheme
Modular construction specialist, Caledonian has secured a £40m turnkey contract with Studytel® for its 528-bed student accommodation scheme in Penryn, near Falmouth in Cornwall.
Women in BIM launches Mentoring Scheme
Women in BIM’s new Mentoring Scheme aims to improve gender equality in the built environment by nurturing the skills of women in construction and infrastructure roles around the world.
Structural warranty provider supports clients during Covid-19
Structural warranty provider, AHCI explains how they have adapted their practices to support construction clients during the Covid-19.
Experts back calls for licensing to end ‘cowboy builders’
Experts within the UK construction industry have urged the government to take action against cowboy builders by consulting an industry-wide licensing/certification scheme.
Kier wins phase one of Gloucester Quayside regeneration
Construction giant, Kier has been awarded phase one of Gloucestershire County Council’s Quayside regeneration masterplan.
Coping during COVID-19: A checklist for construction projects
Michael Riordan, UK managing director of construction consultancy Linesight, offers some important steps to take to protect sites, projects and businesses during the coronavirus pandemic.
Construction work continues on four sites in Hull
Construction work has continued on four sites across Hull – Paragon Interchange, Ferensway, Prospect Street and the Maritime Museum – as workers maintain two-metre rules.
Green light for £500m snow centre in Ipswich
Plans to build a £500m snow centre, SnOasis, in Great Blakenham, near Ipswich have been approved by Mid Suffolk Council.
Kier wins place on £300m connected contractor framework
Kier has been appointed to Lot 2 of the connected contractor framework to deliver new build accommodation for rent.
Gleeds to deliver 1,000 new hospital beds across North Wales
Gleeds has been appointed by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) to manage the delivery of more than 1,000 new hospital beds for patients battling coronavirus across Wales.
Mitie launches thermal imaging service to combat COVID-19 spread
Mitie Security has launched a thermal imaging service to help businesses protect against the spread of COVID-19.
IWJS wins asset investigation contract with Southern Water
Wastewater service provider, IWJS, has secured a four-year contract to support the delivery of asset investigation activity as part of Southern Water’s AMP7.
What the government needs to do to avoid another housebuilding collapse
With a deeply entrenched housing crisis, building rates must make a stronger recovery post-coronavirus than after the 2008 economic crash. Joseph Daniels, founder of Project Etopia, says the modular and SME sectors stand ready.
Modular Building Institute: What is modular construction?
The Modular Building Institute (MBI) explains modular construction and the benefits through productivity, quality, and scheduling.
Keeping your building envelope safe during COVID-19
Breathable Membranes can keep your building envelope safe whilst you keep safe in these challenging times, says A Proctor Group.
CPA issues site operating procedures for construction plant occupations
The Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) has released supplementary site operating guidelines for construction plant occupations during the COVID-19 crisis.
Military planning used during COVID-19 should inspire construction reform
The military-style planning used to deliver emergency NHS projects during COVID-19 should inspire reform within the construction industry, says the BESA.
Build-to-rent boom drives new housing supply across the UK
There are now 157,152 build-to-rent homes under construction or in planning across the UK, according to research published by the British Property Federation (BPF).
Built to last? Building Regulations and improving fire resiliency
When it comes to fire risk, we mustn’t confuse regulatory compliance with property resilience, says Tom Roche, senior consultant for international codes and standards at FM Global.