CITB launches Consensus process for 2026-29 Levy Proposals
The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has today launched its Consensus process to assess industry support for its Levy Proposals that will help provide training for the construction industry across the next three years.
Local road repair backlog reaches all-time high
The local road repair backlog has reached nearly £17bn, according to the latest ALARM survey from the Asphalt Industry Alliance.
Aggregate Industries rebrands to Holcim UK
18 of the 25 brands under Aggregate Industries have rebranded to Holcim UK as part of a strategic shift
Digital transformation: Neuro-inclusion with BIM4Water
Clare Taylor, chair of BIM4Water and head of digital delivery at MWH Treatment, looks at the impact of digitalisation on people and new research being co-created with the Centre for People-Led Digitalisation around digital technologies as an enabler of neuro-inclusion.
FSi Promat cuts carbon emissions in key part of manufacturing process...
Fire stopping specialist FSi Promat has successfully reduced carbon emissions in a key part of its manufacturing process by 52.5% by switching to a demand responsive system.
Never lose track again: total visibility & control with On/Off Hire
How efficiently your managers are keeping on top of your equipment, vehicles, plant, and operatives has a significant impact on the day-to-day running of your operations – and ultimately your profit.
Advancements in retrofit technology
Don Mclean, CEO of IES, discusses the technologies that are transforming retrofitting efforts in the built environment.
Plans submitted for first phase of housing at Mayfield Park
Mayfield Park, the mixed-use development site near Manchester Piccadilly station, will offer nearly 900 homes and 325,000 square foot of office space.
Lifting rules review to simplify LOLER
A lifting rules review, among some other sectors and regulators, is set to take place and reduce the amount of red tape faced by businesses.
[VIDEO] UK-based firm reveals ‘world’s first’ fully AI-driven architectural project
Studio Tim Fu has revealed the 'world's first' fully AI-driven architectural project in Slovenia, developing six luxury villas on the Lake Bled Estate.
Managing microplastics in construction: Why the industry needs to change
Joanne Kwan, senior research manager at CIRIA, discusses the issue of microplastics in construction and their effects on human health.
BESA partners with UK Construction Week and lead key net zero...
UK Construction Week (UKCW) welcomes the Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) to the 2025 events in London and Birmingham. This collaboration will see BESA play a key role in advancing discussions on achieving Net Zero in the building services sector and will contribute to shaping the future of sustainable construction.
The role of material passports in advancing circular economy in construction
Digital material passports could transform the way the construction industry manages waste and reuse. Heather Evans, national head of sustainability at RLB, explains why we need them, some of the challenges of incorporating them and the need for standardisation.
Building maintenance backlog: How retrospective digitisation can transform the crisis
A recent National Audit Office (NAO) report paints a stark picture as to how the UK government deals with a staggering building maintenance backlog exceeding £49bn, primarily concentrated in Ministry of Defence properties, schools and NHS buildings. This raises a critical question, writes Ryan Donoghue of AJ Digital, how can we effectively address this challenge and ensure the longevity and functionality of these vital public assets?
Dandara utilising AI safety cameras on their telehandlers
Dandara are now exclusively hiring telehandlers equipped with AI safety cameras to decrease risk of on-site incident.
FSi Promat launches new linear joint seal tested to EN standards
Fire stopping specialist FSi Promat has launched Stopseal® Linear Joint Seal (LJS), a dry-fit, fast to install, fire resistant product which provides a high-performance volume expansion and pressure seal.
Construction output fell again in January 2025 ONS stats
The January 2025 ONS stats show that overall output has fallen for the second month running, marked by weather and a drop in new work.
Researcher calls for shared experiences with suicidal ideation in construction
Researcher and doctoral student, Phoebe Savill, is researching suicidal ideation in construction, and needs participants.
Scandia-Hus open day offers chance for builders to talk to Actis...
A seminar on the benefits of using Europe's only C2C Certified® reflective insulation along with its sister membranes is one of the highlights of an open day being held at the HQ of a leading timber frame manufacturer next month.
Modular operating theatre launched to help clear NHS elective backlog
Darwin Group have launched a modular operating theatre- "the first of its kind"- to help NHS organisations clear the elective backlog of 7.46m procedures.
Meet the thought leaders shaping the future of construction at UK...
UK Construction Week (UKCW) 2025 returns to ExCeL London from 7-9 May, marking its biggest edition yet as it celebrates a decade of construction innovation.
New NBS Best Practice Guide to Specification released
A new NBS guide to specification has been released, aimed at helping industry professionals write coherent safety specifications.
M3 J9 improvement scheme given go-ahead – again
The M3 J9 improvement scheme has been given the permission for construction, seemingly for the second time.
Rising cement costs: WPA warns tariffs will reshape the industry
The World Cement Association's director, Emir Adiguzel, spoke in Athens yesterday and warned that cement costs would soon rise.
Kabandy expands into the UK and Ireland: elevating AI-driven BIM estimating
By investing in dedicated resources and leveraging its success across Europe, Kabandy is set to transform how cost consultants, quantity surveyors, general contractors, and BIM managers approach early-stage estimating—especially for those without BIM expertise.
Mastering BIM coordination and task management through effective issue tracking and...
In today’s fast-paced construction environment, staying on top of multiple projects and team collaboration is crucial for success. While Building Information Modelling (BIM) has significantly improved the way projects are designed and managed, challenges can still arise without proper coordination.