Construction Disputes – to Mediate or Adjudicate?
Peter Vinden, Chief Executive of The Vinden Partnership discusses mediation as a method to resolve construction disputes.
The Endangered List: Charting the UK’s at-risk buildings
The Victorian Society’s 2018 list of endangered Victorian and Edwardian buildings highlights historically important structures in need of urgent care.
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The impact of developer-led regeneration on Greater Manchester
Professor Karel Williams of Alliance Manchester Business School at the University of Manchester explores regeneration in Greater Manchester.
Steven A. Hunt Associates to build cancer care centre in Liverpool
Steven A. Hunt Associates have secured a six figure contract to build an advanced cancer care centre in Liverpool's Knowledge Quarter next year.
Neuroscience: A life-hack for city wellbeing?
Sam Markey of Future Cities Catapult takes a look how neuroscience can help us to better understand cities functions and turn them into healthier places.
BLP Insurance reacts to the latest PMI and Autumn Statement
Following the release of the latest PMI figures, Phil Harris, Director at BLP Insurance says there is "shoots of optimism, but serious sector-wide problems persist".
£36m boost for turning buildings into power stations
Research pioneered at Swansea University to create “active” buildings that generate their own clean energy has received a multi-million pound boost from the government
3 World Trade Centre rises to place in New York skyline
To mark the 17th anniversary of the 11 September attacks, Earthcam has released a time-lapse video of its construction.
The world’s first commercial housing project based on 3D printing
Project Milestone is building the world’s first 3D printed concrete homes that will actually be lived in.
MultiPly: Carbon-neutral, modular timber pavilion opens for London Design Festival
MultiPly is a nine-metre high, carbon-neutral tulipwood pavilion built in the Sackler Courtyard of the V&A as part of the London Design Festival.
Transforming Infrastructure Performance: From strategy to delivery
Alex Lubbock, head of digital construction at the Infrastructure & Projects Authority, discusses Transforming Infrastructure Performanceand the government’s plan to tackle infrastructure issues.
IOSH’s first annual conference to address health and safety in construction
The Institution of Occupational Safety and Health will host its first annual conference on the 7th November to address health and safety concerns.
NaCSBA responds to the Letwin review, published earlier this week
The NaCSBA welcomes the publication of the findings of the recent Letwin report and his thoughts on build type diversity in the sector.
Stunning 33 Glasshouse Street attracts leading Tech Giant
AET Flexible Space discusses a new fitting at 33 Glasshouse Street, on behalf of Modus Workspace, implementing underfloor air conditioning.
Liverpool’s newest £20m four-star hotel to open on Wolstenholme Square
New images of the Seel Street Hotel reveal a striking 128-room property, the newest addition to Liverpool's Wolstenholme square.
Why is the construction industry behind on technological changes?
Leading building materials suppliers MIDFIX explore the importance of technological changes used throughout the construction industry.
Edinburgh plans to transform Granton on Edinburgh’s waterfront
The City of Edinburgh Council is set to regenerate Granton on Edinburgh's waterfront with plans to build 4,000 new homes, services and retail spaces.
Two Irish schools closed over health and safety fears
Two schools in Ireland have been closed due to suspected health and safety fears and are now under investigation by officials.
A new security standard to protect people and places
Government organisations are increasing their emphasis on protecting highly populated urban areas and infrastructure from different types of vehicle attack with physical perimeter security. Jaz Vilkhu, Marshalls’ Managing Director of Landscape Protection, argues that for the first time, the new PAS 170 standard will offer assured products to secure against criminal threats and accidental impacts
Thomas Sinden awarded 2nd contract for Coram HQ
Thomas Sinden has been awarded a second contract to build the East Wing extension at Coram HQ in Bruswick.
Tenants in rented homes to benefit from tighter health and safety...
Housing Minister, Heather Wheeler MP has announced plans to update health and safety standards for rental accommodation.
Facilitating collaborative working in construction
Script & Go discuss the need for collaborative work in the construction industry, something that is crucial in today's industry
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Willmott Dixon awarded £10m Reef Way Special School
East Sussex County Council has awarded a £10m contract to Willmott Dixon to build Reef Way Special School in Hailsham, in a move that makes this the largest project to date on the Orbis Framework
ISG appointed to deliver £200m Waterloo development
ISG is set to transform 135,000 sq ft at the former Waterloo International Eurostar Terminal into a new retail, leisure and cultural development.
Vinci chosen for £60m Chester Northgate development
Cheshire West and Council has appointed Vinci Construction UK as its preferred bidder for the first phase of its Chester Northgate development