New construction framework can help government manage waste
Reconomy have launched a new construction framework intended to help the new government to reform construction waste management.
Scottish green hydrogen plant still bogged down after four years
A Scottish green hydrogen plant is still awaiting its construction start four years after the plans were revealed.
Construction begins on sustainable bungalows in Wolverhampton
Eight new sustainable bungalows have begun construction in Bushbury, Wolverhampton, supported by a £600,000 grant.
Professional indemnity insurance contract: A guide for construction and design professionals
Understand your Professional Indemnity Insurance (PII) contract with this guide from Clarke Williams, tailored specifically for professionals in the construction and design industry, such as electrical engineers, architects, and contractors.
43% of new construction companies failed in last five years
An analysis by AB Drylining on information provided by Companies House has shown that between 2019 and 2023, 43% of new construction companies failed.
Cumbrian coal mine deemed unlawful
Planning permission has been removed for a controversial Cumbrian coal mine as the High Court has deemed it unlawful.
Proposed new town in Devon to create 8,000 homes
Residents of East Devon will be able to share their views on a proposed new town, which would create around 8,000 new homes.
Bridging the gap between digital construction and digital operations with twins
Sam Norledge, head of smart buildings at LMG, a member of the Digital Buildings Council and buildingSMART UK & Ireland, looks at how we can break down silos with digital twins to unlock the wealth of insights hidden in building data.
Build Warranty Group wins Best Financial Risk Assessment Solutions Company 2024
Build Warranty Group has been recognised at the SME News Business Elite Awards, winning Best Financial Risk Assessment Solutions Company 2024.
SWS UK renew membership with Secured by Design
Leading manufacturer of physical security products, SWS UK, have renewed their membership with the police Secured by Design (SBD) initiative.
Plan for 2m sq ft Hertfordshire data centre campus submitted
Plans for a 2m sq ft Hertfordshire data centre campus have been submitted, set to be one of the largest in Europe.
Six firms announced for HS2 accelerator programme
HS2 Ltd has announced the next six firms to benefit from the HS2 Innovation Accelerator programme and increase operational efficiency.
Why embracing technology can save vital time wasted on administrative tasks
Payapps highlights the importance of utilising technology to more efficiently manage applications for payment and reduce the number of hours lost to paperwork and manual processes.
Construct Innovate to receive additional €5m funding
Minister Burke has announced an additional €5m of funding for Construct Innovate and housing research in the face of the housing crisis.
UKGBC statement says flooding risks need more preparation
A new UKGBC statement says that the government needs to do more to mitigate the effects of climate change and risk of floods.
Why construction contractors must think twice before walking off site
Yosof Ewing, the Contract Coach, examines the risks of abandoning a project and what contractors should consider before they walk off site.
Central Alliance to use satellite mapping technology across South Wales coal...
Central Alliance will work with the Welsh Government(Llywodraeth Cymru) to map and evaluate 83 coal tips in South Wales using satellite technology.
Enhancing fire safety in building construction: Key updates and implications
Recent changes to Approved Document B underscore the UK Government's commitment to improving fire safety in building construction. These updates bring critical enhancements that every construction professional should be aware of.
Architects Registration Board seeks feedback on new Architects Code proposals
The new draft Architects Code is founded on six Standards of professionalism and includes guidance on how to apply the Code in different situations.
Buttress appointed to future-proof Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral
Buttress has been appointed by the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Liverpool to lead on a variety of works on the Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King.
Hybrid Reality Capture: Bridging the gap between speed and accuracy
Surveying specialists still grapple with the speed-accuracy trade-off. Not so much in terms of raw power like the Saturn V (or its modern Space Launch System upgrade) but of project completion speed, data capture, and precision measurement.
Beyond compliance: elevating fire safety in modern commercial spaces
Allan Wood, managing director of Optima Systems, examines where the commercial construction industry risks becoming complacent in fire safety compliance- and how to remedy this.
Kier partners with Heathrow to deliver noise reduction works in neighbouring...
Kier has been appointed by Heathrow Airport Limited (HAL) to deliver noise reduction works over the next eight years, covering 20,000 homes in the local area.
20 traditional construction companies join £800m MMC framework
The twenty traditional construction companies have been joined by two MMC firms, where they will carry out works on social housing offsite projects.
How going digital supports decarbonising road projects
Digital workflows have a crucial role to play in decarbonising roads and highways, writes Andy Clifton, senior support engineer at Topcon.
How digital platforms are streamlining the construction procurement process
Digital procurement platforms, like The Build Chain, are revolutionising the way contractors procure their materials, helping them to streamline their supply chains for more successful project outcomes.