BIM and SMEs: Opportunity is knocking
SMEs are key to the UK’s BIM journey, so their uptake is vital to ensure our BIM leadership. David Philp, Head of BIM at Mace and the UK BIM Task Group explains their importance.
BIM Level 2: Mapping the road to success
The UK construction industry is making a good start in embracing BIM. Peter Hansford, Government Chief Construction Adviser details the value of BIM for the UK.
Concrete action on sustainable development
Concrete’s role in delivering a sustainable built environment through industry initiatives and performance benefits is increasingly recognised and utilised by design teams, here The...
Evaluating the archaeology
Dr Gerry Wait, Director at Nexus Heritage considers what ‘evaluation’ means for archaeologists and planners alike
Following on from the field survey stage is typically...
4,000 homes will be developed on Tesco land
Tesco has announced plans to develop 4,000 new homes on surplus land bought to build new stores.
Supermarket giant Tesco will develop 4,000 new homes...
Preston Barracks redevelopment under way
Development Securities has exchanged contracts with Brighton and Hove City Council to purchase Preston Barracks, which will be redeveloped as part of plans to...
Construction growth expected to rise
Figures released by Glenigan suggest that the construction sector will see a 7.4 per cent growth in the number of projects started in 2014,...
The importance of insulating school buildings
Tony Millichap, Technical Manager at Kingspan Insulation Ltd discusses the significance of insulating school buildings in line with building regulations.
With pupil numbers on the...
Retrofitting for a sustainable future
Mark Weaver, Sector Marketing Director for Retrofit for Saint-Gobain in the UK, explains the importance of retrofitting to reduce the energy consumption of the...
Innovative housing plan to start construction
An innovative collaboration between Manchester City Council, Greater Manchester Pension Fund, and the Homes and Communities Agency is under way in the city to...
Is more training needed for asbestos workers?
Graham Warren, Manager at ACAD discusses the focus that is now placed on employers to ensure employees are competent to work with asbestos.
With the...
Development project in Nottingham back on track
The £70m Unity Square project to develop the city centre of Nottingham looks set to receive the green light as proposals are submitted to...
Plans submitted to build on former piggery
Plans for a new housing development on the site of a former piggery on the outskirts of Oswestry have been submitted to Shropshire Council.
The...
Construction of bypass awarded to Balfour Beatty
Construction company, Balfour Beatty, has been awarded the £44m contract to widen the A1 Western Bypass around Newcastle-upon-Tyne.
The Highways Agency contract to widen the...
Construction Plant-hire Association seeks feedback
The Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) is inviting feedback on a new guidance document - “Ground Conditions for Construction Plant”, which is now available as...
Kier awarded A&E building contract
The construction company has been awarded the contract to build a new emergency department at New Cross Hospital on behalf of the Royal Wolverhampton...
The housing crisis requires ‘tough decisions’
Business Secretary, Vince Cable said more houses need to be built, even if it means using green belt.
With housing inflation reaching 'dangerous levels', Vince...
Retrofitting to the Next Level
Solid walled properties make up almost 30% of Britain’s housing stock and with many of these dwellings built long before limiting CO2 emissions became...
Flood mitigation project set out
Bath & North East Somerset Council and the Environment Agency are working together on a major infrastructure project which will provide flood defences for...
An overview of the latest changes to Approved Documents L
For domestic new build, Approved Document L1A (ADL1A) 2013 requires an aggregate uplift of 6% over 2010 standards, and for non-domestic new build, ADL2A...
The UK is falling behind in energy efficiency
In an analysis of Member States’ plans to achieve their 1.5% annual energy savings target, The Coalition for Energy Savings identifies weaknesses in the...
£168m pothole repair fund available for councils
Councils are being invited to bid for a share of a £168m Pothole Fund to repair local roads, making them safer and smoother for motorists, cyclists and other road users
Approved renewable projects will create 8000 jobs
Eight renewable energy projects have been approved as part of the government’s electricity reforms.
The projects aim to give a massive boost to green growth...
The right crane for the job
Construction Plant-hire Association’s Kevin Minton highlights the importance of tower cranes being suitable for purpose.
Tower cranes are not a “one size fits all “solution, and...
Asbestos training – the real ‘know-how’
Terry Slater, Director of SMH Training & Scientific Services UK LTD highlights the hands-on knowledge of asbestos management that comes from the continuous development...
Part M – a duty to equality
Huw Evans, author of the ‘Guide to the Building Regulations’ examines whether the Approved Document M (AD M) is enough to comply with The...