Start-up enModus helps Virgin Media get smart about energy consumption
Smart building technology company, enModus, has successfully implemented a project with Virgin Media to radically reduce energy consumption at one of the telecom giant’s major UK technical facilities
TRADA and STA release ‘Site check: The timber frame pocket book’
Two of the UK’s leading timber associations have joined forces to publish – Site check: The timber frame pocket book – the ultimate guide to best practice in timber frame construction
Government launches new planning reforms to deliver homes for everyone
Theresa May has launched new planning reforms to maximise the use of land, strengthen protections for the Green Belt and put greater emphasis on converting planning permissions into homes, to help deliver the homes the country needs
Can Modular Housing deliver for the Private Rented Sector?
To support their target of creating 1 million new homes by 2020, the UK Government desires to build more than 100,000 modular homes – however, project management consultancy Tower Eight, question whether the modular delivery model could support the supply of homes to the private rented sector (PRS)
BCIS sees rise in number of projects let on target cost...
BCIS is receiving an increasing number of projects let on target cost contracts.
There are now over 200 health projects let through Procure 21+ on...
Cost estimates – The importance of the client’s budget
A recent court case highlights the importance of order of cost estimates to set reasonable budgets and elemental cost planning in ensuring that a...
International Women’s Day: BSRIA asks are we doing enough to inspire...
As International Women’s Day approaches (8 March) Julia Evans, Chief Executive at BSRIA asks: are we doing enough to nurture and inspire the excellence of female engineers – both into the construction industry and beyond the ‘glass ceiling’?
Mount Pleasant House Demolition
Mick George Ltd discuss Mount Pleasant House and their demolition works involved in the 18 month construction programme to redevelop the office block site...
North of England Metrology Networking Event
FARO UK, Manchester Metrology and Optimax have joined together to organise a Metrology networking event aimed at both existing and potential new customers in...
Horbury’s becomes approved fire safety contractor on Re:allies framework
Experts in maintenance and refurbishment of commercial and public buildings, Horbury Property Services, has been successful in becoming an approved fire safety contractor on the procurement framework Re:allies
Future of Grenfell Tower site in the hands of survivors, bereaved...
The government has reaffirmed its commitment to putting survivors, bereaved families and the community at the heart of deciding what happens to the future of the Grenfell Tower site
Survey results reveal decline in UK construction industry
The Purchasing Managers' Index for builders rose to 51.4% in February – up by 1.2% since January – but the new work index for the UK construction industry has fallen again, a survey has shown.
Report suggests green space boosts local economy
A report published on 1 March by the Land Trust shows how parkland lifts nearby house prices, creates jobs and generates revenue for local businesses
BSRIA celebrates National Apprenticeship Week 2018
BSRIA is celebrating National Apprenticeship Week 2018 (NAW 2018) – running from 5-9 March 2018 – which brings together employers and apprentices from across England to celebrate the success of apprenticeships
Insulation specialist Actis takes part in annual LABC Policy Conference
Insulation specialist Actis will be available to discuss reflective insulation and its impact on reducing thermal bridging and improving airtightness at the annual LABC Policy Conference
New office development to arrive at Paradise in Birmingham
BAM construction will begin work on the second office building at two Chamberlain Square in the Paradise area in Birmingham.
Updated planning framework key to delivering affordable housing
In anticipation of the updated National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), the Town and Country Planning Association (TCPA) and the Association for Public Service Excellence (APSE) are calling on government to clarify and strengthen its commitment to delivering affordable housing
FP McCann’s StormHold pipe tank system
FP McCann discuss the use of their StormHold pipe tank system at the new housing development in Church View, Barnsley.
Products Supplied: FP McCann Precast...
Student accommodation secures finance agreement with Yorkshire Bank
Yorkshire Bank has agreed to fund a brand new student accommodation development scheme in Leeds.
Government provide hundreds of new homes for military families
322 new homes have now been opened in Tidworth, Wiltshire (26th February) that had been purposely built with military families in mind.
Civil engineering tender prices rising
Civil engineering tender prices are are expected to grow 29% over the next five years, rising faster than costs throughout the period as infrastructure...
Orchards Green Housing Development
Mick George discuss their work at the new Orchards Green housing development in East Cambridgeshire, providing homes of mixed size and tenure.
Construction works are...
Beast from the East causes hazardous conditions for construction workers
The Beast from the East storm has hit the UK hard causing hazardous conditions for construction workers and others outdoors, because of this, experts at Heat Traders have analysed data to find out how dangerous construction sites can be in the winter months
Legal definitions of BIM inconsistent according to new report by the...
Legal and commercial specialists are offering different definitions of Building Information Model (BIM) Level 2, according to The Winfield Rock Report, developed in association with Gowling WLG
Assessing the risks of nanomaterials in construction
New guidance has been published on how to manage the possible health risks associated with nanomaterials in construction. It follows research sponsored by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) into how widespread their use is and the risks they might create. Professor Alistair Gibb and Dr Wendy Jones from Loughborough University, who led the research, look at the issues
Open Doors campaign launches to give public access to over 270...
Open Doors, a campaign which sees the construction industry open live sites and offices presenting a unique chance to enjoy behind the scenes access across sites in England, Scotland and Wales, was launched today (28 February)