London Luton airport expansion granted consent
Consent has been granted for the London Luton airport expansion, originally applied for in 2023, and will nearly double passengers per year.
UKREiiF to return to Leeds in 2026
The UK’s Real Estate Investment & Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF) has announced it will remain in Leeds for a fifth consecutive year, for 2026.
Actis adds its voice to NHIC’s carbon reduction campaign
Insulation specialist Actis is putting its weight behind an organisation which campaigns for more energy and water efficient homes across the UK.
S&P March 2025 PMI shows yet another contraction in activity
The S&P March 2025 PMIs show a further decline in construction activity for the third month running, with civil engineering the hardest hit.
Most engineering firms in UK anticipate digital transformation will help drive...
New research released today from Deltek, the leading global provider of software and solutions for project-based businesses, finds the UK’s project-based businesses started the year optimistic about how technology can help them reach their growth targets in 2025
JCB to double size of $500m Texas factory in response to...
In response to the tariffs introduced by Donald Trump, JCB have announced that they will double the size of their new Texas manufacturing plant to one million square feet.
HS2 Northolt tunnel sees second completed tunnel bore
The HS2 Northolt tunnel has reached 93% completion as its second tunnel boring machine has completed its journey under London.
How digital procurement platforms enhance project delivery
Curious how digital procurement could benefit your business? The Build Chain explores how a few simple upgrades could reduce risk and increase efficiency.
Glenigan Construction Index April 2025 shows decline in project starts
The Glenigan construction index April 2025 shows a vast decline in most sectors of construction in the first quarter of 2025.
UK environmental regulation reforms to boost growth and nature
Recommendations have been made for UK environmental regulation reforms to streamline processes for developers and nature groups alike.
‘Liberation Day’: UK construction industry responds to Trump tariffs
President Trump announced a range of tariffs on imported goods, including 10% import tax on British goods entering the US, on what he called America's Liberation Day.
CIH Cymru sector snapshot shows bleak picture
The CIH Cymru sector snapshot shows that the confidence, mental health, and wellbeing of Welsh housing professionals is at a dangerous low.
Become a role model at UK Construction Week
We are excited to announce that nominations for the UKCW Role Models 2025 are officially open!
London construction market could shrink due to reduced capacity
AECOM have released a report predicting that the London construction market could shrink due to cautious tendering.
HBF say Biodiversity Net Gain is harming SME builders
The HBF have published a report stating the Biodiversity Net Gain is acting as a blocker for SME builders and preventing housebuilding.
Further education building repairs to receive £302m boost
Further education building repairs are to be facilitated by a £302m boost from the government, allowing colleges to operate more efficiently.
Greener Homes Alliance phase 2 to support SMEs
The Greener Homes Alliance phase 2 is officially launching today with Homes England and Octopus Real Estate to support SME housebuilders.
Dame Judith Hackitt to chair industry panel on local authority building...
Dame Judith Hackitt will chair a new panel of industry leaders to examine ways to improve local authority building control, as committed to by the government in their response to the phase two report of the Grenfell Inquiry.
J3 Advisory opens new office focusing on developers & lenders in...
J3 Advisory have established a new office in Manchester, capitalising on the city's growing role as a hub of the North West.
Actis welcomes £625m investment in construction training
Confirmation of a £625m investment in training 60,000 construction workers to help reach housebuilding targets has been welcomed by insulation specialist Actis.
APS/ISHCCO safety congress in Edinburgh brings construction safety experts together
The APS/ISHCCO safety congress for 2025 has been held in Edinburgh, bringing together health and safety professionals.
HS2 time capsule to be placed under station in Railway 200...
A HS2 time capsule is to be buried beneath Birmingham Curzon Street station as a part of the national Railway 200 celebration.
Bovis to return to UK market after Lendlease sale completes
Lendlease UK will return to the former brand name Bovis after the Australian parent group completed the sale of the UK construction business to US private equity firm Atlas Holdings.
Nottingham regeneration site purchased by Homes England to deliver 1,000 homes
Homes England has bought a Nottingham regeneration site in Broad Marsh, in the middle of the city centre, with plans for 1,000 homes.
ECITB invests further £2m in Regional Skills Hubs over next two...
The Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB) has announced another £2m investment in Regional Skills Hubs, nearly eighteen months after the initial £1m investment.
NISTA launches to streamline infrastructure and services delivery
NISTA has launched to cover infrastructure planning and delivery, combining the NIC and IPA into one body and streamlining the process.