1% of all UK housing developments are Passivhaus projects
The Passivhaus Trust has published numbers showing that 1% of all UK new homes are Passivhaus projects, with new targets being set.
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Co-letter sent to government calling for more focus on biodiversity net...
A co-signed letter has been sent to the government calling for more focus on biodiversity net gain in construction.
MPA slams Environmental Agency’s new waste crime levy
The Mineral Products Association has spoken out against the Environment Agency's new waste crime levy to tax compliant firms.
The impact of extended warranty periods on construction practices
The construction industry is experiencing significant changes as discussions around extending structural warranties from 10 to 15 years gain traction.
Sustainable construction: Let’s look at the whole picture
We need a level playing field for calculating carbon, says Jenny Smith-Andrews, head of marketing at H+H UK, as she explores the complexities of sustainable construction.
Advantage’s views on third party certification
Third party certification relating to products used in the construction industry is set to play an important role in providing assurances to specifiers and developers. Certification will help meet the building performance requirements identified in the relevant guidance to the Building Regulations.
UK heat pump sales grow while European average shrinks
The European Heat Pump Association has released data showing that UK heat pump sales have grown, while the European average has shrunk.
The evolution of facilities management in 2025
Jason Instrell of SFG20, the industry standard for building maintenance, looks at how facilities management continue to evolve in 2025.
Smart infrastructure development using quantum networked AI
Smart infrastructure development harnesses the capabilities of quantum networked AI to revolutionise urban environments.
Construction begins on ‘zero bills’ housing development
Octopus Energy and gs8 have announced the start of the construction of their zero bills housing development, Carpenter's Yard.
Network Rail warned and fined over recent issues
Network Rail has recently received a warning over a track derailment last year, and a fine for the death of two workers in 2019.
Mentoring with senior professionals through Women in BIM
As the Women's in BIM 2025 Mentor Scheme opens for applications, Willow Williams of Colt Data Centre Services shares her experiences as a Mentor's Mentor.
How field management software drives ROI and business growth in 2025
Industry-tailored field management software streamlines operations to such a degree that it pays for itself.
Trident Fire Protection & Training: CAD Floor Plan & 3D Building...
The new fire safety regulations (England 2022) mean that many businesses find themselves no longer compliant, as their plans no longer represent the building adequately.
Plotting the Future: What the new government’s policy agenda means for...
Geoff Keal of TerraQuest discusses the impact of recent government policy on land availability against the backdrop of building 1.5m new homes over the course of this parliament.
ECITB workforce census shows rifts between sectors
The latest ECITB workforce census has been published, highlighting key differences between ECI sectors and geography.
Meta to build world’s largest subsea cable to ‘unlock global AI...
In a recent blog post, Meta announced plans to build a subsea cable that will connect all five continents, spanning over 31,068m or 50,000km.
CECA coalition calls for five-year highways budget
A coalition including the CECA, MPA, IHE, and ACE, have written a joint letter to the government recommending a five-year highways budget.
Changes to pickup truck classification in 2025: what your fleet needs...
From 2025, HMRC will reclassify all pickup trucks as company cars for tax purposes, regardless of whether they are used for personal or business activities.
Construction skills crisis: Will government reforms hit the mark?
Will the government’s Plan for Change do enough to address the glaring workforce issues facing construction, asks Niamh Evans of the CIOB.
New year, new systems. Embracing change in building control in 2025
As 2025 begins, the construction industry finds itself bedding-in to a new era of regulation and accountability in building control.
Building legislations you must know in 2025
Experts at Travis Perkins discuss upcoming building legislations in 2025 and how they will affect the construction industry.
[VIDEO] Shaping the future of safety at the RSMA Annual Conference...
Discover insights and highlights from the talks at RSMA Annual Conference & Dinner 2025 in Kenilworth.
Search begins for NHS contractors
NHS England are now searching for new hospital programme contractors to deliver both repairs and new hospital buildings.
The rise of biogenic construction: How nature-inspired design is changing civil...
Nature-inspired design is revolutionising civil engineering with sustainable, eco-friendly structures—discover how this innovation is transforming our built environment.
Timely advice on making an early start with access audits
Ian Streets, managing director of About Access, warns that treating access audits as an afterthought can trigger knock-on delays with essential funding.