First UK grey belt solar farm given planning permission after appeal
The UK's first grey belt solar farm has been granted planning permission with NPPF reforms, after previously being denied in 2015.
February 2025 PMIs show sharp decline in activity
S&P Global's February 2025 PMIs show further declines in the first quarter of 2025, with very little growth in any category.
MPA criticises government strategies as “inconsistent”
The Mineral Products Association has spoken out, criticising the government for inconsistent strategies favouring some materials.
Navigating the new gateway process: how early engagement can save developers...
Steve Evans, head of Technical Operations at NHBC, explores how to navigate the new three-stage gateway process overseen by the BSR.
Trident team ensures fire safety in conversion of 135-year-old Victorian shop...
Learn more about how Trident's fire safety consultants were able to help bring the Lower Parliament Street Nottingham conversion project to completion.
Time to “forget the bats and newts”: Is planning reform enough?
John Nettleton, group property and partnerships director at Audley Villages discusses issues with planning applications and the environment.
D2 and Sterling DCS partner to advance sustainable programme management in...
The collaboration between D2 and Sterling DCS is set to drive innovation, improve cost efficiency, and embed sustainability at the core of infrastructure project delivery.
RICS AI consultation launches on new professional standard
A new RICS AI consultation has been launched asking members and stakeholders to voice their opinion on the proposed standard for use of AI.
2025 HS2 graduate programme launches
The 2025 HS2 graduate programme has been launched, and seeks 30 participants to join several departments in major infrastructure projects.
Re-flow secures investment from Kester Capital to drive next growth phase
Re-flow, a leading provider of field management (“FM”) software for the critical infrastructure sector – including civils, utilities, highways, and commercial landscaping – is excited to announce a strategic investment from Kester Capital (“Kester”).
Balfour Beatty chief executive to step down later this year
The Balfour Beatty chief executive, Leo Quinn, has announced that he will step down in September this year and Philip Hoare will take his spot.
Plan for Neighbourhoods to invest £1.5bn into communities
The Plan for Neighbourhoods has been announced, with £1.5bn in investment across 75 local areas to boost high streets and healthcare.
Carbon Reduction Code for the Built Environment: Issue 4.0 update
Issue 4.0 of the Carbon Reduction Code for the Built Environment reinforces industry commitments to cutting carbon emissions deep into the supply chain.
Protected status: Navigating the challenges of listed building retrofit
Dr Emma Wells, technical director and head of historic buildings at SLR Consulting, discusses the issues around developing historic buildings.
How to modernise your materials procurement process and remain competitive as...
Although the construction industry outlook for the future continues to improve, it’s important for contractors to keep looking at new ways to remain competitive in an industry that has faced many challenges in recent years.
What you should know about solar farms and their steel structures
Designing the steel structures for a solar farm requires careful consideration many elements. Software tools and structural engineering principles play vital roles in these calculations, ensuring the safety and effectiveness of the solar farm’s physical framework.
CIOB calls for more construction careers advice
The CIOB have released research calling for more construction careers advice to bring more young people into the construction industry.
How to choose the right limit of indemnity for professional indemnity...
Whether you’re a consultant, architect, accountant, or engineer, PI insurance protects you from claims related to mistakes, omissions, or negligence in your professional work. But how do you choose the right limit of indemnity for your policy?
Old Oak Common station to boost London economy by £10bn
A new report by HS2 has estimated a huge surge for the economy surrounding Old Oak Common station in the wake of HS2's construction.
The Heat Pump Summit returns to the University of Oxford
The Heat Pump Summit returns on 15 April 2025 at The Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford.
NFB call for more focus on UK heat pumps following carbon...
The National Federation of Builders has called for a change in direction for UK heat pumps after the seventh carbon budget.
Rebuilding trust in home energy efficiency
Russell Smith, founder and managing director of Ecofurb, discusses the carbon efficiency of the UK’s housing stock.
AI: The new architecture of project success
Bret Tushaus, VP Product at Deltek, explores the growing role of artificial intelligence the built environment and how to bring these technologies to your construction project.
Government publishes timber in construction roadmap
The new government timber in construction roadmap has been published, working towards decarbonising the industry through use of timber.
Government announces major hospice investments
The government have announced major hospice investments that will result in new major infrastructure and technological upgrades.
FMB State of Trade Q4 2024 shows drop in workloads
The FMB State of Trade Q4 2024 survey shows that issues with skills and costs persist throughout the construction sector.