CMS report says CMA investigations are intensifying
A first-of-its-kind report by law firm CMS has shown that CMA investigations are intensifying, with increased dawn raids and third-party tip offs.
Construction industry reacts to UK NZC Building Standard
The UK has launched the first cross-industry Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard (UK NZC Building Standard), and experts in the industry have given their opinion.
Lord Richard Harrington appointed UKREiiF chair
The UKREiiF has announced the appointment of Lord Richard Harrington as chair to assist in the next phase of growth.
Construction industry reacts as Keir Starmer gives first keynote speech as...
Speaking at the Labour Party Conference in Liverpool, prime minister Keir Starmer said that his plans will be "tough in the short-term, but in the long-term it’s the right thing to do for our country."
UKCW announces Net Zero Trail
UK Construction Week (UKCW) have announced a focus on sustainability with the Net Zero Trail, featuring various shows and hubs.
Heras renew membership with Secured by Design
Heras, leading supplier of perimeter protection services have renewed their membership with the police Secured by Design (SBD) initiative.
UK’s Net Zero Carbon Buildings standard launches
The first agreed-upon methodology for net-zero buildings, the Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard, has launched today.
ISG falls into administration, 2,000+ jobs lost
ISG group has failed at attempts to make a deal and has fallen into administration, resulting in 2,200 workers being made redundant "with immediate effect".
Tackling the green skills shortage
Amanda Lewis, programme leader for MSc Urban Planning at UCEM discusses the green skills shortage and how to tackle it.
GroundsFest 2024: a hub for landscaping professionals
The Re-flow team recently made an appearance at the UK's premier event for landscaping and grounds management, GroundsFest 2024.
1,000 days from launch, what is the Net Zero Public Sector...
The theme for Scotland's Climate Week 2024 is ‘Stories for Change’. In this article, Jamie Goth, Associate Director at the Scottish Futures Trust, looks at the success of the Net Zero Public Sector Buildings Standard so far.
Brownfield passports could speed-up housebuilding
CPRE, the countryside charity, has said that brownfield passports could speed-up housebuilding processes for 1.5m new homes.
Applications open for NEIoT retrofit courses
The North East Institute of Technology (NEIoT) has opened applications for a suite of industry-ready retrofit courses.
RICS launches new Infrastructure Policy Paper
The Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) have released an infrastructure policy paper alongside their latest compulsory purchase order guidance.
450,000 new homes needed in 2029 to meet Labour 1.5m target
A report has been published stating that, to meet the target of 1.5m homes, the government will need to deliver 450,000 homes in 2029.
New initiative Home Hero to improve access to retrofit
A new initiative, from Sustainable Building Services (UK) Ltd, will improve access to energy efficiency improvements.
Heat Pump Week launches across the UK
Starting today, 23/09, Heat Pump Week has begun across the UK, boosting awareness and progress in this sustainable heating technology.
Embracing technology for sustainable materials procurement
Although the construction industry currently faces many challenges, it must not lose sight of the critical need to reduce its environmental footprint. As one of the UK’s leading sources of carbon emissions, sustainable materials procurement in this sector is needed.
GRAITEC’s Autodesk tools training for AEC professionals
GRAITEC’s training is uniquely tailored to all experience levels. Beyond our standard Autodesk courses, we offer customised programmes to help reduce downtime and costs compared to generic training.
Community Housing Fund was a success, report finds
A review of the Community Housing Fund has been published, finding that there was a significant increase in community led housing as a result.
New digital assurance system streamlines tunnel installation
A new real-time digital assurance system has been launched to improve the cost efficiency of tunnel installation.
Work begins on Belfast’s first Passivhaus student accomodation
Work has begun on the first-ever Passivhaus student accomodation in Belfast, delivered by GRAHAM.
UK architecture still experiencing planning delays
UK architecture is still being bogged down by delays in spite of a positive outlook, says latest RIBA Future Trends report.
England’s first sector skills action plan launched
England's first ever sector skills action plan has been launched by DBR and Historic Environment Skills Forum.
How to reduce risk and disputes over plot plans for new...
Boundary disputes over plot plans are a common issue that can have costly implications and cause delays. Tina Khanna, conveyancing director of RG Law, shares some simple steps that can help avoid wasted costs and delays in the lifecycle of a development.
Essex development achieves Secured by Design Gold Award
A large housing development in Essex has been purchased by the local authority for the benefit of residents, having achieved a Secured by Design Gold Award for incorporating crime prevention measures into its landscaping and the physical security of its buildings.