New Green Building MSc offered at CAT
A new taught Masters degree from the CAT offers the skills and knowledge to help tackle the environmental impacts of buildings and the construction industry.
Government ‘not doing enough’ in Grenfell fire response, says committee
The government has been “far too slow” in reforming the building and fire safety regime and is still not doing enough, according to a report published today (18 July).
Russells appointed to Peel L&P’s £33.5m Chatham Waters project
Peel Land and Property has appointed Manchester’s Russells Construction to a £33.5m apartment scheme at Chatham Waters.
Build Aviator: Providing today’s estimating software
Build Aviator has developed and continue to evolve a dynamic suite of estimating software that is designed to help you win more work, in as little time as possible.
Lendlease appoints new executive general manager
Lendlease has announced that Claire Pettett, who has over 11 years of experience within the company, will take on the role of executive general manager.
Nationwide to build 239 new homes in Swindon
Nationwide Building Society has been given the light by Swindon Borough Council to build a £50m development consisting of 239 new homes.
Construction sector sees rise in social housing construction
The construction sector is losing its patience with Brexit uncertainty, according to Q2 2019 RICS Construction and Infrastructure Market Survey, as workloads for social housing construction rises.
Brick Awards 2019 shortlist announced
The 2019 Brick Awards beat its record number of entries again this year with 349 entries across 15 hotly-contested categories.
Cheshire East to consider next phase of its development plan
Councillors are to consider the next phase of Cheshire East’s development plan, which will provide the framework for housing, employment and other key infrastructure sites up to 2030.
Delay major VAT changes or face chaos in construction, says FMB
The construction industry is not properly prepared for major VAT changes set to start in October, so the government needs to delay its implementation to avoid chaos, according to the FMB.
Runnymede Council approves plans for major regeneration in Egham
Plans for more than 100 new homes, shops, restaurants and a cinema in Egham have been approved for the Runnymede Regeneration.
Equity and value appreciation are main benefits of property ownership
Appreciating value and equity build-up are the main benefits of property ownership in the UK according to a recent survey from BLP Insurance.
Research reveals 43% of construction workers have no digital capabilities
Looking at the results of Bentley’s global survey into organisational working practices, people in our industry do not believe that technology can help.
18 companies suspended from Prompt Payment Code
18 more businesses have been suspended from the Prompt Payment Code for failing to pay suppliers on time, the Chartered Institute of Credit Management (CICM) has revealed.
Galliford Try reveals construction restructure now complete
Galliford Try has revealed the restructuring of its construction arm is complete, as it expects to meet full-year profit.
Construction company fined for insufficient welfare facilities
A Stockport construction company has been prosecuted after failing to ensure suitable welfare facilities were provided for workers on site.
UK BIM Alliance announces new vice chair
Casey Rutland, UK director of digital at Royal Haskoning DHV has joined the UK BIM Alliance executive team as vice chair.
Technology alliance to harness AI on major construction projects
Mott MacDonald, Endeavour Programme and WT Partnership have formed a technology alliance to harness artificial intelligence (AI) to prevent time and cost overruns on construction projects.
World’s tallest modular tower complete in Singapore
Bouygues Batiment International and Dragages Singapore have completed the construction of the world’s tallest modular buildings, the Clement Canopy buildings in Singapore.
MPs HS2 vote sends strong message to new PM
Yesterday MPs voted in favour to pass the High Speed Rail (West Midlands to Crewe) Bill through the Report Stage of parliament, by 263 votes to 17.
Joint venture to deliver Camden Goods Yard regeneration
Subject to formalising contracts, One Housing has selected Countryside as a preferred development partner to enter into a joint venture partnership to deliver Camden Goods Yard regeneration.
Mace’s co-founder sadly passes away
Ian Wylie, Mace deputy chairman and one of the company’s founders, sadly passed away on Thursday 4 July.
VAT domestic reverse charge: Cashflow implications for subcontractors
Construction can be a tough old game for subcontractors and HMRC’s plans to introduce a domestic reverse charge on certain building and construction activities from 1 October 2019 is certainly not going to make life any easier for them!
Geospatial commission appoints four new commissioners
Four new commissioners will join the Board of the Geospatial Commission alongside its chair, Sir Andrew Dilnot, and deputy chair, Nigel Clifford.
The Construction Industry Brexit Survey
With the UK due to leave the European Union on 31 October, PBC Today has launched a survey to take the pulse of the architecture, engineering and construction sector.
Isle of Wight launches ‘Housing First’ project
A new Housing First project has been launched on the Isle of Wight to help rough sleepers with complex needs get off the streets and into affordable housing.