Actis Hybrid’s insulation range accepted by LABC and Premier Guarantee
The Actis Hybrid insulation range, which is already approved by the National House Building Council (NHBC), has added two further warranty providers to its stable of accreditations
BSRIA provides expert evidence about a New Homes Ombudsman
BSRIA has been invited to an Inquiry at the House of Commons to discuss its written response to the All Party Parliamentary Group on Excellence in the Built Environment (APPGEBE)
Carillion collapse: Investors ‘fled for the hills’
Carillion's major shareholders were "fleeing for the hills" as the company headed for disaster, MPs have said
Damp in homes: Tackling new challenges in buildings as moisture levels...
National trade body the Property Care Association has seen a significant rise in the number of homes across the UK with atmospheric moisture issues. Chief executive Steve Hodgson gives an insight into how modern life is one of the major contributing factors behind a new generation of humid, damp homes
Twycross Zoo’s “Concrete Jungle” using precast concrete walling
Precast Concrete Walling Products provided by FP McCann have been used to create the new chimpanzee habitat at Twycross Zoo.
Community Land Trusts to provide affordable housing in London
The Mayor of London has announced plans to use Community Land Trusts to make use of unused real-estate to create affordable homes
The idea is...
Avebury Boulevard Development involving Mick George Ltd
Commencement works are imminent on the ‘100 Avebury Boulevard development’ in Milton Keynes, with Earthworks being conducted by Mick George Ltd on behalf of...
Construction Plant Stars of the Future to be recognised
Preparations are well underway for the Construction Plant-hire Association’s (CPA) Stars of the Future 2018 event which is being held later this year to recognise the future stars of the construction plant industry
Habinteg release 3rd Edition of Wheelchair Housing Design Guide
The third edition Habinteg’s Wheelchair Housing Design Guide has been authored by experts from the Centre for Accessible Environments and the Royal College of Occupational Therapists Specialist Section – Housing
Homeownership for young adults slips further out of reach
A recent investigation, carried out by the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS), shows that rapidly increasing house prices are pushing young adults – whose salaries don’t compete – out of the market.
Big pipe project delivers flood alleviation to village
Work was completed on the £3.89m flood alleviation scheme last year which saw the protection of 962 properties in Hambledon, Hampshire, where the village main roads had been completely flooded for months by groundwater following the exceptional rainfall during the winter of 2013/14
Social housing required to help people ‘trapped in homelessness’
Vulnerable people are unable to access social housing, potentially trapping them "in a cycle of homelessness", due to a change in the law
Council homes receive £45m funding boost
Housing Minister Dominic Raab has announced that a £45m funding injection into major community projects will help boost the building of thousands of new homes
Edinburgh Marina Developer saves historic listed building
The Developer behind the new Edinburgh Marina has confirmed its commitment to protect and refurbish the historic Gunpowder Store at Granton Harbour, which forms an important element of the comprehensive Edinburgh Marina development plans
Construction SMEs benefit from Cash Advance solution
At a time when many SMEs are struggling with cashflow and 73% find applying for a cash advance a ‘long and painful’ process, two businesses are joining forces to provide a solution in the construction sector
Average house price in England could soar to £1.5m by 2042
The next generation of homebuyers in the UK could spend up to 10 times the average salary to get on to the property ladder, according to a new study
Sadiq Khan approves 21-storey offsite building in Croydon
The mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has approved plans for a new 21-storey offsite building in Croydon
Steel frame specialist offers prisoners career rehabilitation
A Manchester-based steel frame construction specialist is offering prisoners a chance for a new career building homes insulated with Actis Hybrid insulation
Absence of major projects slows construction in January
After an unpredictable 2017 for construction, 2018 hasn’t begun much stronger for the industry in January, with the value of new contracts awarded at £5.4bn, 10.6% lower than the same time last year, as a lack of major projects hits growth prospects
Laing O’Rourke, Stanhope and Network Homes agree “game-changing” offsite partnership
Laing O'Rourke has announced a "game-changing" partnership with developer Stanhope and housing association Network Homes to deliver hundreds of homes across the South East
PCA reveals event to delve into issue of excess moisture in...
The Property Care Association (PCA) has revealed the itinerary for a unique two-day event, which brings together national and international perspectives to investigate a major issue currently affecting UK properties – excess moisture in buildings
Barhale launches Engineering Better Mental Health Management courses
Barhale, one of the UK’s largest privately owned civil engineering and infrastructure specialists, has developed an innovative, interactive and thought provoking mental health awareness course
Newmarket Business Park earthworks undertaken by Mick George Ltd
Newmarket Business Park is set for further expansion with developments to Plots 9 & 10’ set to commence in the near future.
Local construction firm...
BSRIA to deliver presentations on global HVAC trends
BSRIA is to showcase global HVAC trends at the MCE Mostra Convegno Expocomfort 2018 – taking place on 13-16 March at Fieramilanocity, Milan
The Work at Height Regulations: What you need to know
Lauren O’Connor of Zoro, a specialist tool and site safety retailer, takes a closer look at the Work at Height Regulations 2005 and examines some common misconceptions about working at height
Ultra Sites become pioneers for construction industry
The Considerate Constructors Scheme has officially launched Ultra Site registration, following a 24-month pilot with a number of major contractors and industry clients