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CAD image of the bat tunnel, which the HS2 contract terminated with the Danny Sullivan Group was originally for

Contract terminated with Danny Sullivan Group for HS2 bat tunnel

Following investigations into "compliance issues", BAM Nuttall has removed Danny Sullivan Group as a labour supplier for HS2's infamous £100m bat tunnel.
The NISTA infrastructure pipeline tool will help developers keep track of major projects

New NISTA infrastructure pipeline tool launched

NISTA have launched a new infrastructure pipeline tool allowing developers to keep track of 780 projects and programmes.
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AI offers huge potential to tackle construction errors but brings new...

Artificial intelligence offers a "compelling opportunity" to tackle avoidable errors that cost the construction industry billions each year, but it could bring new risks to the sector, according to a research paper.

Building financial resilience in architecture, engineering and construction firms: Lessons for...

In Deltek's recent webinar, an expert panel of financial leaders discussed strategies and processes for weathering difficult economic conditions and powering business growth at built environment firms.

DorMag by Fireco: Wire-free fire door safety for the built environment

Fire safety and accessibility don’t need to be at odds. Smart, compliant solutions like Fireco’s DorMag range are proving how modern UK buildings — from hospitals and schools to retrofit projects — can deliver on both.
The issue of overheating buildings needs to be addressed in policy

Overheating buildings: Why regulations alone won’t fix the crisis

Dan Watt, director in Civic’s building services engineering team, discusses the urgent need to design urban spaces that remain liveable in an increasingly hot, urbanised world.
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Delivering real social value for the public sector

In an era of constrained budgets and growing challenges, from ongoing economic uncertainty and lasting effects of Covid-19 to cost of living pressures, public sector organisations must do more than ever.

Vectorworks Design Days 2025 return to global stage, empowering designers worldwide

Global design and BIM software provider Vectorworks, Inc., will host its global Design Days again, inviting architecture, interior design, and landscape architecture and design professionals to these worldwide networking and educational events.

Who’s exhibiting at UK Construction Week Birmingham? Explore the 2025 line-up

UK Construction Week Birmingham returns to the NEC from 30 September to 2 October, and the countdown has officially begun. With the exhibitor list now live, it's time to start planning your visit to the UK's largest built environment event.
The Build-to-Rent Alliance recognises a struggling BTR sector and will support change

Build-to-Rent Alliance formed as sector growth stifled

The Build-to-Rent Alliance, comprised of the British Property Federation and the Association for Rental Living, will support the BTR sector.

Valtria achieves faster and more robust MEP designs with Trimble’s Stabicad...

Cleanroom specialist Valtria has adopted Trimble’s Stabicad for Revit to streamline its MEP system designs and calculations, delivering up to 40% time savings, improved productivity and enhanced collaboration with clients.
SuDS retrofit

SuDS standards move is a vital step forward – but does...

CIWEM's Alastair Chisholm welcomes newly published National Standards for SuDS, but argues that they may fall short if not backed by a rules-based mandate.
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Westinghouse and Google harness AI to speed up nuclear reactor construction

Westinghouse Electric Company is working with Google Cloud to use artificial intelligence tools to speed up the construction of modular nuclear reactors.
Construction Worker Wearing Safety Harness And Safety Line Working At High Place

BS 8681:2024: A unified approach to advancing fall protection standards in...

The introduction of BS 8681:2024 marks a significant development in workplace safety at height in the United Kingdom. Alan Murray, CEO of the British Safety Industry Federation, explains more
AI in construction can be beneficial, but must be used responsibly

AI in construction: Architecting our digital future, responsibly

David Philp and Stefan Mordue, of the CIOB Innovation Advisory Panel, discuss the responsible adoption of AI in the construction industry.
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Industrial AI: A platform for construction success

Industrial AI can help rebuild construction and engineering, with the right digital building blocks, writes Kenny Ingram, VP, construction and engineering at IFS.
The Planning and Infrastructure makes several changes to the planning system

Does the Planning & Infrastructure Bill go far enough?

Alan Coleman, relationship director at Secure Trust Bank Real Estate Finance, explores the risks with the Planning and Infrastructure Bill.
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Public sector to miss 2035 decarbonisation targets, new report claims

Only a quarter of public sector stakeholders believe the UK government’s decarbonisation targets are achievable, according to a Pagabo survey.
The Entopia Building, home of the Living Lab, and founded through the CISL partnership with The Crown Estate

CISL partner with The Crown Estate to tackle sustainability in buildings

The CISL partnership with The Crown Estate to encourage innovation and collaboration in sustainable construction.
Galliford Try will design the first phase of the Electric Vehicle infrastructure known as Mobility Hubs in the area

Galliford Try appointed to design EV infrastructure mobility hubs in Dumfries...

Galliford Try have been appointed by Dumfries and Galloway Council to design their Mobility Hubs, consisting of EV infrastructure.
Cowboy builders may be costing the country billions

Cowboy builders cost Brits £14.3bn over the last five years, says...

New information from the Federation of Master Builders has shown that more than £14bn has been lost to cowboy builders in the last five years.

Fire safety testing standards: Navigating a U-turn

Where architectural hardware and fire safety share a vital link, how can the supply chain protect the integrity of buildings whilst navigating a reversal in fire safety testing standards. Director of Consort Architectural Hardware, Daniel May, provides comment.
Highgate East mental health facility in North London was the Healthcare Development winner at the Secured by Design 2025 Awards

Mental health facility offers clever design and a safe haven for...

Highgate East mental health facility in North London was the Healthcare Development winner at the Secured by Design 2025 Awards.
The Glenigan July Construction Review shows slow recovery prior to the comprehensive spending review

Glenigan July 2025 Construction Review shows slow recovery

Glenigan's July 2025 Construction Review shows that recovery in the industry is going slower than many desire.
Construction administrations make up 10% of the total in the first half of 2025

Construction accounted for 10% of administrations in 2025

According to new data, the construction industry is the third worst-hit sector in the UK for administrations in 2025.

Fire Safety: Dame Judith Hackitt reveals harsh realities for facilities management...

Speaking with SFG20, Dame Judith calls for a culture of competence, rigour and accountability - and urges professionals to make and stand by their expert decisions.