On-demand webinar: Navigating the Building Safety Act
Join Newforma for an insightful on-demand webinar exploring the Building Safety Act and its implications for the construction and design industry.
Amey marks National Apprenticeship Week with 75 new apprenticeship spots
Amey is celebrating National Apprenticeship Week with 75 new opportunities and sharing inspiring stories from apprentices.
Four government road schemes to improve journey times
Four government road schemes have been approved, worth £90m, to reduce journey times in key areas of England.
Beyond housing: Building successful New Towns
Infrastructure considerations must remain front-of-mind for New Town planners, write Stefanie O’Gorman and Rebecca Dillon-Robinson of Ramboll
[VIDEO] Time to Talk ep. 3 – Interview with Mike Humphries:...
In this episode of Time to Talk, Mike Humphries, owner of Green Hawk Construction, discusses his life and experiences with mental health.
China’s Leadership in Construction: Lessons for the UK and the Future...
China’s construction industry has firmly established itself as a global leader, driven by rapid urbanisation, large-scale infrastructure projects, and the adoption of cutting-edge technologies. The UK construction sector can take significant inspiration from China’s practices, especially in areas such as innovation, sustainability, and structural warranty insurance
Appealing to the younger generation, and closing the trade skills gap
Vicki Sanderson from L&Q discusses how breaking stereotypes and appealing to younger people will close the trade skills gap.
UPDATE: Grenfell Tower demolition confirmed by Angela Rayner
News of the planned Grenfell Tower demolition have been met with both support and outrage from different groups.
What are the barriers to sustainable construction standards?
Only 3% of England’s houses are highly energy-efficient, so why aren’t developers embracing sustainable construction standards?
Vast majority of projects side-step Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG)
Research from TerraQuest show that the majority of planning applications claim to be exempt from Biodiversity Net Gain laws.
NHBC CEO announces plans to step down after eight successful years
NHBC is now seeking a successor after CEO Steve Wood announced his plans to step down later in 2025 after eight years in the role.
Responsible construction matters more than ever this year
Nick Smith, head of sustainability and regulation at Constructionline, discusses prominent themes for responsible construction in 2025.
Mates in Mind promote mental health for National Apprenticeship Week
Mates in Mind have released a statement emphasising the importance of mental health for apprentices ahead of National Apprenticeship Week.
How biomaterials are redefining the concept of sustainable design
Discover the impact of biomaterials on the future of sustainable design, offering eco-friendly alternatives and challenging traditional practices.
MMC and more builders are needed to help government achieve new...
Insulation specialists Actis have emphasised the need for increased offsite-construction and bringing more young people into the construction sector to deliver the Government's planning reforms.
Driving social value in procurement
Michael McLaughlin, group social value manager at LHC Procurement Group (LHCPG), examines the new Procurement Act and creating meaningful social impact.
Cellular glass insulation for inverted roofs CPD
Owens Corning Insulation UK has released a new CPD on using cellular glass insulation for inverted roof insulation, now available on RIBA
Starmer to rip up rule book to allow more small nuclear...
The government is making "radical decisions" to allow more nuclear projects to be developed in the UK, especially small modular reactors.
February construction PMIs show decline in business activity
The February construction PMIs have been published, detailing a more pessimistic outlook after all aspects have dipped since the last index.
Real-time legionella smart monitoring can save lives and slash costs
With some of the oldest housing stock in Europe, more people may be at risk of developing legionella than we think. UK Connect's Dean Marsh explores the smart monitoring technologies that can reduce that risk.
Construction tax fraud mafia jailed by HMRC
A construction organised crime group has been jailed by HMRC after investigations in collaboration with Kent Police.
Actis demonstrates determination to lead the way in sustainability by doing...
Insulation specialist Actis has underlined its determination to lead the way in minimising the negative impact of construction materials manufactured across the continent in its video Recycling & Sustainability - doing more with less.
UK construction activity to increase this year, says RICS prediction
The RICS UK construction monitor for Q4 2024 shows high optimism for UK construction activity over the next 12 months, despite setbacks.
New builds found to be more water-efficient homes
The Home Builders Federation have published a guide in collaboration with Waterwise showing how new-build homes are more water-efficient homes.
Fighting fatigue: the Working Time Directive and Re-flow
Re-flow’s fatigue tracking feature streamlines operations, eliminates human error, and protects workers, all while ensuring safety standards are upheld through WTD compliance.
Chasing leads, but forgetting brand? Think differently to drive efficient sales...
Curious about how to drive sales conversion to your construction business? BCM Agency explores how you should reconsider the balance of brand and leads.