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Design will determine success of Cambridge-Oxford growth corridor

NIC recommendations will reflect the quality and character of local communities across the Cambridge-Oxford growth corridor, says Phil Graham

Housebuilders can help with air pollution, says BRE New Homes lead

Following air quality warnings in London, BRE New Homes and Communities Team Lead Gwyn Roberts explains how housebuilders can help tackle air pollution

coBuilder reaffirming a strong foothold in the Nordic region

coBuilder is further strengthening its presence in the Nordic region by entering the construction market in Finland as of January 2017 In order to better...

Fate of South Canterbury Development to be decided next week

A decision will be made on the future of the South Canterbury Development at a special planning committee in the city next week

What can the UK learn from the German housing market?

A new paper compares the German housing market with that in the UK, highlighting possible lessons to be learned and missteps to be avoided

Reimagining Wordsworth architect and designer announced

The Wordsworth Trust has announced two appointments for its latest ambitious project, Reimagining Wordsworth – architect and interpretation designer

Planning inspector approves 20,000 new homes in the Vale of White...

A blueprint for 20,560 new homes across the Vale of White Horse has received approval from a planning inspector, meaning it could be adopted within weeks

Multi-million pound deal will boost housing across key cities

A £400m government deal will see more 2,000 homes built across key cities while providing thousands of jobs

Property firm fined £53,000 for safety failings after builder suffers burns

A property firm has been fined for safety failings after a self-employed builder suffered first and third degree burns while on site

Eight-month high for construction growth but costs rocket

The latest Markit survey has revealed while UK construction growth hit an eight-month high, costs have skyrocketed reaching levels not seen since 2011

Digital infrastructure: laying the foundations for a better-connected future

Fast, reliable online connections depend on a responsive digital infrastructure, and in the coming months new developments will begin to have an impact.

Centralised digital register to be created for the Land Registry

Kainos has been contracted by the Land Registry to create a digital local land charges register service, making it easier to search the records

Willmott Dixon to split firm into three businesses

Contractor Willmott Dixon has revealed plans to split into three sister businesses, separating contracting, residential development and support services

Manchester-based building restoration firm launches

Construction and historic building restoration firm is set to launch in the Greater Manchester area, bringing jobs for local craftsmen

London developer Quintain joins Considerate Constructors Scheme

The developer behind the £800m transformation of Wembley Park has become the 51st client partner of the Considerate Constructors Scheme

Planning application for a £62m housing project in Newcastle to be...

A decision on whether to approve or reject plans to build more than 500 homes in Newcastle upon Tyne is set to be made

New report into electrical contracting highlights the future of the sector

A new report from the ECA, NICEIC and ELECSA has revealed the key issues that have an impact on the future of electrical contracting

Cyber crime keeps executives at smaller firms awake at night too

Cyber crime is a growing problem that has an impact on small businesses. Here, BeCyberSure discusses the implications and challenges

Homes and Communities Agency refocus will see more homes built

The Homes and Communities Agency is to improve its efficiency, helping more homes to be built after a review of its remit

Developers could be given the go ahead to build on green...

A government initiative that would enable developers to build on parts of the UK’s green belt is expected to go ahead next month

Many construction SMEs are underinsured against risks

New research has revealed a number of construction SMEs are not sufficiently protected against risks to their business

3D Repo’s BIM software recognised at award ceremony

BIM software from 3D Repo has been recognised during the IET Innovation Awards for its success in helping to reduce costs and ensure efficiency

Derelict land in Edinburgh to get £35m regeneration

Regeneration is set to take place on a derelict piece of land in North Sighthill, Edinburgh as contracts for a £35m scheme are finalised

coBuilder and the Construction Products Association enter partnership

A new strategic partnership has been agreed between coBuilder and the Construction Products Association to help deliver key data to the UK construction sector

Specialist Engineering Software

Oasys software is developed by engineers, for engineers who need to get the most out of their designs. A conscious effort is placed on...

New planning director appointed at GL Hearn to boost capability

GL Hearn has announced it has appointed Matt Kinghan as planning director in the economics team to help increase the economic and social impact of projects