RTPI says housing developments missing half of mandated ecological features
The Royal Town Planning Institute has published research showing half of mandated ecological features are missing in housing developments.
Construction mental health support not improved enough, say CIOB
Construction mental health support requires much more work, in spite of recent advances, says a new report from CIOB.
Success story: how Planning Management Limited transformed procurement with The Build...
For subcontractors, procurement is a constant balancing act—managing supplier availability, controlling costs, and keeping projects on schedule can be a real challenge.
Navigating the Gateway Two process
We spoke with Steve Evans, Head of Technical Operations at NHBC about the Gateway process for Higher Risk Buildings (HRB) introduced as part of the Building Safety Act reforms, with a particular focus on Gateway Two and the requirement for a detailed design submission.
FMB calls for introduction of builders licences on back of survey
A new survey by the FMB has found that 45% of UK homeowners mistakenly think that building licences are required for builders to operate.
[VIDEO] Saint-Gobain explores future homes
The latest episode of Saint-Gobains episode of Building Better, they explore Energy House 1 and the vision of future homes.
Mayor considering relaxing London green belt building rules
Sadiq Khan is “actively exploring” relaxing green belt building rules in the capital, claiming that current rules are “wrong, out-of-date and simply unsustainable”.
First glimpse of Queen Elizabeth II Memorial plans given
Learn more about the five Queen Elizabeth II Memorial concepts, and how to contribute your opinion for the finalists.
How good is your construction materials procurement process?
In the fast-paced world of construction, where timelines are tight, budgets are crucial, and quality is non-negotiable, efficient procurement is the backbone of success. Yet, many buyers operate with outdated processes or lack clear visibility into how their systems stack up.
New Cambridge Growth Company appointments to prepare strategy
New Cambridge Growth Company appointments have been made to prepare a growth strategy for the city and surrounding area.
Nemetschek Group: Very strong start to the year 2025 with high...
The Nemetschek Group, a global provider of software solutions for the construction and media industries, started the financial year 2025 successfully with very strong revenue growth of 26.3% (currency-adjusted: 25.0%) to EUR 282.8m.
CIH call for more energy efficiency enforcement powers
The Chartered Institute of Housing have made a statement on energy efficiency enforcement powers for local councils.
Modern slavery risks still present in UK construction, report finds
Modern slavery risks across UK construction sites are still common, according to a report finding unexplained deductions from wages, a lack of PPE and 'informal or unclear' employment arrangements.
New director of industry attraction and skills appointed at HBF
The Home Builders Federation has appointed a new director of industry attraction and skills to replace their former skills group.
CECA report: Embrace Artificial Intelligence in construction
A new CECA report is promoting the use of Artificial Intelligence in construction, with care taken for legislation and risk management.
How to use key modeling commands in Vectorworks software
Vectorworks software offers many powerful tools, giving you the flexibility to approach a design task in a variety of ways. With so many options, how do you determine the best workflow for your needs?
40 suppliers appointed to £1.5 billion Decarbonisation Framework
Fusion21 announces successful suppliers appointed to Decarbonisation Framework, worth up to £1.5 billion over four years.
UAP Ltd launches industry-first Kinetica Freezeguard 3-star euro cylinder range
UAP, the leading Greater Manchester-based door and window hardware specialist, is the first manufacturer in the industry to achieve the BSI KITEMARK TS007-1:2024 certification for the range’s 3* euro cylinders, developed in its in-house research and development hub.
Cladding company fined after workers fatal fall through roof
A cladding company and its director have been fined £225,000 following the death of a 61-year-old worker who fell through a fragile roof whilst replacing panels.
Fixing the foundations: Why Britain needs planning reform now
This article — the first in a three-part series — explores the structural problems underpinning the UK’s planning regime, the economic drag they produce, and the rationale for sweeping legislative intervention.
UK Construction PMI April 2025: Resilience in residential despite continued output...
Amid persistent macroeconomic uncertainty and subdued client confidence, UK construction output recorded a fourth consecutive monthly decrease in April. However, the latest data from the S&P Global UK Construction PMI indicates early signs of stabilisation in activity, led by a relatively resilient residential sector.
Contractors, do you know that you can also manage your current...
Sub contractors - buyers - have all your building materials supply chain in one place to easily manage- with The Build Chain.
Digital Construction Awards 2025 shortlist announced
The shortlist for every category in the Digital Construction Awards 2025 has been revealed ahead of the ceremony later this year.
Why payment practices in construction are a big threat to the...
The government’s commitment to “Get Britain Building” is welcome, but realising the economic benefits on offer means getting to grips with the poor payment practices that plague the construction industry, argues Louise Stewart, CEO and founder of ProjectPay.
ECITB to fund £400,000 Energy Transition Skills Hub
The Energy Transition Skills Hub is set to receive and extra £400,000 in funding from the Engineering Construction Industry Training Board.
New home grid connections should be funded by energy sector, say...
The National Federation of Builders have released a statement saying new home grid connections should be funded by the grid.