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It’s important for contractors to keep looking at new ways to remain competitive in materials procurement in a challenging industry

How to modernise your materials procurement process and remain competitive as...

Although the construction industry outlook for the future continues to improve, it’s important for contractors to keep looking at new ways to remain competitive in an industry that has faced many challenges in recent years.
Software tools and structural engineering principles are key in designing steel structures to ensure the safety and efficacy of a solar farm

What you should know about solar farms and their steel structures

Designing the steel structures for a solar farm requires careful consideration many elements. Software tools and structural engineering principles play vital roles in these calculations, ensuring the safety and effectiveness of the solar farm’s physical framework.
More construction careers advice support would boost recruitment, say CIOB

CIOB calls for more construction careers advice

The CIOB have released research calling for more construction careers advice to bring more young people into the construction industry.
Two engineers in safety gear analyze robotic arms in a modern manufacturing plant. They check configurations and ensure quality standards are met, representing professional indemnity insurance

How to choose the right limit of indemnity for professional indemnity...

Whether you’re a consultant, architect, accountant, or engineer, PI insurance protects you from claims related to mistakes, omissions, or negligence in your professional work. But how do you choose the right limit of indemnity for your policy?
Render of the inside of Old Oak Common station

Old Oak Common station to boost London economy by £10bn

A new report by HS2 has estimated a huge surge for the economy surrounding Old Oak Common station in the wake of HS2's construction.
A male electrician installing a heat pump in a garden on a sunny day.

The Heat Pump Summit returns to the University of Oxford

The Heat Pump Summit returns on 15 April 2025 at The Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford.
UK heat pumps need to ramp up installation to meet climate targets

NFB call for more focus on UK heat pumps following carbon...

The National Federation of Builders has called for a change in direction for UK heat pumps after the seventh carbon budget.
Home energy efficiency must be prioritised for the future

Rebuilding trust in home energy efficiency

Russell Smith, founder and managing director of Ecofurb, discusses the carbon efficiency of the UK’s housing stock.
Industrial technology concept. Female engineer working in the factory. Digital transformation, representing AI

AI: The new architecture of project success

Bret Tushaus, VP Product at Deltek, explores the growing role of artificial intelligence the built environment and how to bring these technologies to your construction project.
The timber in construction roadmap will increase use and production of wood for the indutry

Government publishes timber in construction roadmap

The new government timber in construction roadmap has been published, working towards decarbonising the industry through use of timber.
The government has announced major hospice investments

Government announces major hospice investments

The government have announced major hospice investments that will result in new major infrastructure and technological upgrades.
The State of Trade Q4 2024 survey shows further declines in workforce

FMB State of Trade Q4 2024 shows drop in workloads

The FMB State of Trade Q4 2024 survey shows that issues with skills and costs persist throughout the construction sector.
UK Construction Week (UKCW) is pleased to announce a new partnership with CIBSE for its upcoming event at ExCeL London from 7-9 May 2025

UK Construction Week and CIBSE unite for key net zero insights...

UK Construction Week (UKCW) is pleased to announce a new partnership with CIBSE for its upcoming event at ExCeL London from 7-9 May 2025.
Breaking through the boom-bust cycle: How Modern Methods of Construction could transform Ireland’s built environment

Breaking through the boom-bust cycle: How Modern Methods of Construction could...

Paul Tierney, CEO of MMC Ireland, sits down for an in-depth interview with Irish correspondent Carol Tallon on  what the new government, and the draft Programme for Government 2025-2030, means for delivery of the built environment.
The PAC slams HS2 project in a new report. Land has been cleared for construction of the HS2 track here

PAC slams HS2 project and call for ‘fundamental reset’

A new report in which the PAC slams the HS2 project has been released, calling for further interventions to attempt to bring some value.
The plan-making proposition would increase clarity in local authority plan making

Government makes response to plan-making proposition

The government has made an official response to the plan-making proposition and reform proposals laid out by a 2023 consultation.
Drone view of new homes being developed in rural Essex, UK. In the distance is arable farmland. Roof beams can be seen on the detached house in the middle of the image, representing the New Towns Proposals

New Towns proposals will require construction recruitment campaign and a focus...

The government's New Towns programme, which recently announced it had already received more than 100 proposals for a potential total of a million homes across the country, will require more skilled labour and speedier construction methods to help it become reality, says insulation specialist Actis.
Several reponses have been made to the Government Grenfell Inquiry response

Industry reacts to Government Grenfell Inquiry response

Several bodies and industry representatives have shared their thoughts on the Government Grenfell Inquiry response on Wednesday.
Construction industry tackles CO2: breaking new ground in emissions control

Construction industry tackles CO2: breaking new ground in emissions control

As the construction sector grapples with mounting pressure to address environmental concerns, London’s pioneering approach to managing emissions from  construction equipment is setting new standards for the industry, writes James Bellinger, associate director at Arup.
Professional Heavy Industry Welder Working Inside Pipe, Wears Helmet and Starts Welding. Construction of the Oil, Natural Gas and Fuels Transport Pipeline. Industrial Manufacturing Factory, representing subsurface mapping

Taming the subsurface data ‘Wild West’ to support productivity

AtkinsRéalis geoscientist Holger Kessler delves into how increased mapping of the subsurface environment can support the UK's growing productivity drive.

Recycling from box to bulb: Maytoni’s commitment to the sustainable product...

Reduce, reuse, recycle – often to be heard in conversations about sustainability and product lifecycles, but how can it be achieved?
Small red houses stand on stacks of coins.

Improving payment practices in the construction industry with retention reporting requirements

New legislation coming into force on 1 March makes it a legal requirement for qualifying companies in the  construction industry to report on the proportion of retention monies that they withhold from their suppliers.  Bal Manak, construction partner at Square One Law, takes a look at the regulations
Solving Tech for Small Builders will help SME building firms choose the right technology for them

New Solving Tech for Small Builders programme to help SMEs keep...

A new programme, Solving Tech for Small Builders, is being launched in April by the Construction Coach to help SME builders choose technology.
The ExCeL in London is where UK Construction Week is being hosted this year

Shadow housing minister and deputy mayor of London to speak at...

UK Construction Week has published its list of guest speakers, including the shadow housing minister and deputy mayor of London.
The ECITB Leading Industry Learning strategy will shape future training

ECITB Leading Industry Learning calls for opinions

The latest draft for the ECITB Leading Industry Learning strategy will be open for opinions from industry experts in several workshops.
Biodiversity net gain: One year on

Biodiversity net gain: One year on

As we reach the first anniversary of mandatory biodiversity net gain requirements for most planning applications of England, Samantha Willis, senior  biodiversity consultant at Ramboll, looks at the impact of the regulations and where the market will go next.