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The Homes England-Vistry partnership will boost community-making in England

Homes England-Vistry partnership designed for community delivery

A new Homes England-Vistry partnership has been signed to deliver mixed-tenure communities in several areas of England.
Philip Hoare, incoming Balfour Beatty chief executive

Balfour Beatty gains Philip Hoare as new group chief executive

Philip Hoare has replaced Leo Quinn as group chief executive at Balfour Beatty, who has stepped down after ten years in the role.
Steve Reed, key of the new housing ministers appointments as Secretary of State

Industry calls on new housing ministers to maintain momentum

The appointment of new housing ministers last week has been met with several messages from key industry bodies.
Artificial intelligence is changing the face of modern construction- see how it can transform your procurement processes

From AI to analytics: emerging tools shaping construction procurement

Artificial intelligence is changing the face of modern construction- see how it can transform your procurement processes.
Installing a piece of a modular facade on a building under construction

MPBA: Promoting the power of controlled construction with volumetric modular

Jackie Maginnis, chief executive of the Modular & Portable Building Association (MPBA), argues it is time for the volumetric modular industry to broaden its horizons.
Founder of Kitall discusses how SME construction developers will be key to reaching UK housing targets

The mid-market opportunity: Why SME construction developers hold the key to...

Andrew Kitley, founder and managing director of structural engineering firm, Kitall, discusses the role of SMEs in reaching housing targets.
Angela Rayner pictured with Keir Starmer after Labour's election win in 2024

Angela Rayner resigns as housing and deputy prime minister

Deputy prime minister and housing minister Angela Rayner has resigned after failing to pay £40,000 stamp duty on a flat in Hove, East Sussex.
The RTPI State of Profession survey seeks up-to-date insights

RTPI State of Profession survey seeks input from planners

The RTPI State or Profession survey is seeking opinions on the planning profession to build on prior research.
Inside the London College of Fashion, on the RIBA Stirling Prize 2025 shortlist

RIBA Stirling Prize 2025 shortlist announced

The shortlist for the RIBA Stirling Prize 2025 has been announced, featuring six projects spanning fashion to residential.
The Information Management Initiative team at Digital Construction Week, representing nima's call for volunteers

Nima issues call for volunteers

Nima, the information management body formerly known as the UK BIM Alliance, has issued a call for volunteers to support its future growth
UKCW Birmingham - the UK’s biggest event for the built environment - will once again showcase the very best the industry has to offer

10th edition of UK Construction Week Birmingham hits new heights

From the latest product launches and live demonstrations, to technical workshops and CPD-accredited talks, UK Construction Week (UKCW) Birmingham - the UK’s biggest event for the built environment - will once again showcase the very best the industry has to offer.
A futuristic architect, Businessman, Industry 4.0. Engineer manager using tablet with icon network connection in construction site, Industrial and innovation. Industry technology concept.

How digital construction can help solve the UK’s skills shortage

The UK construction sector faces a difficult future as it tries to deal with significant skills shortages that threaten to impede growth and sustainability. However, it is also simultaneously undergoing a digital transformation, presenting a unique opportunity to attract younger talent, writes Ryan Donoghue of AJ Digital.
Is your current procurement process tiresome? Want to erase inefficiencies? - The Build Chain has the seamless solution you need

The Build Chain vs. your current procurement process

Is your current procurement process tiresome? Want to erase inefficiencies? - The Build Chain has the seamless solution you need.
PMI August 2025 shows more disappointment for the industry

Construction still in decline in PMI August 2025

The PMI for August 2025 shows that, despite a minor recovery in activity, the industry is still in decline overall, with confidence tanking.
Welsh ECITB qualifications will help tackle the skills shortage

First Welsh ECITB qualifications delivered by NPTC Group

The NPTC Group of Colleges has been approved to deliver the first Welsh ECITB qualifications, with three courses.
Welsh housing supply needs a boost, according to the HBF

HBF makes recommendations to fix the Welsh housing supply

Welsh housing supply is the latest topic of HBF research, with 12 actions to address the crisis that sees 140,000 people without housing.
Businessman and house design concept, Design villa and the building becoming real.

A smarter way to adopt innovations in AEC

Discover practical tips for adopting innovations effectively, the potential impact for AEC businesses and resources to guide you on the path toward achieving excellence in project collaboration.
fire door installation

A new standard for safety: Defining competency in fire door installation

A new Competence Framework for specialist timber fire door installers has been launched by the CITB under the work of the Industry Competence Steering Group – Sector Led Group 10. Richard Kowalski, technical manager for doors at Stairways Midlands, explains why this marks a pivotal moment for the sector.
Nemetschek Group Partners with Concerted Solutions to Accelerate Digital Transformation in the GCC’s AEC/O Sector

Nemetschek targets Gulf region digital transformation with Concerted Solutions partnership

Nemetschek Group has announced a strategic partnership with Concerted Solutions, a company specialising digitising information and workflows, with the aim of accelerating the digital transformation of the AEC/O sector across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region
Elevated railroad tracks and passenger train with the modern skyline of the city of London in the distance. Below, a main road, with blurred motion of traffic, leads into the city, representing the 10 year infrastructure strategy

The UK has a 10-year Infrastructure Strategy: Now what?

Sam Gould, director of policy and external affairs at the Institution of Civil Engineers, examines the 10-year Infrastructure Strategy, the government’s long-term plan for delivering economic, housing and social infrastructure.
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RIBA president calls on architects to rise to ‘daunting’ AI challenge

The new president of RIBA has urged architects to view the "daunting" rise of technologies such as AI as an opportunity to benefit the profession, clients, and wider society.
The Scottish Housing Emergency plan will help tackle the thousands of families in temporary accommodation

Scottish Housing Emergency Action Plan published

The Scottish housing emergency action plan has been published, outlining measures to tackle the crisis facing many people in the country.
The Homes England Yorkshire partnership will bring homes and regeneration to York (pictured) and the surrounding county

Homes England Yorkshire partnership signed for regional development

A new Homes England Yorkshire partnership has been signed with the YNYCA to accelerate and fund new homes and regeneration.
A solar panel is a device that converts sunlight into electricity by using multiple solar modules that consist of photovoltaic cells, representing solar panels on new homes

Environmental savings, social expenditures: Who is footing the bill for solar...

The government’s “rooftop revolution” promises solar panels on nearly all new homes. But, writes Mark Greatholder and Aliki Zeri of Foot Anstey, the legislative gaps already burn brightly.
Construction career stigma ensures many parents would not recommend a career to their children

FMB research shows the extent of construction career stigma among parents

New research from the FMB finds that construction career stigma prevents many people from encouraging their children into the industry.
A leading expert within the building sector has released the latest edition of Building Pathology: Principles and Practice, 3rd Edition

Building expert publishes latest edition of industry-leading book

A leading expert within the building sector has released the latest edition of his renowned book, Building Pathology: Principles and Practice, 3rd Edition.