New road demand skyrocketed in past few years, say HBF
The HBF have released a new report detailing new road demand among local authorities, and the discrepancies between demand and delivery.
Reshaping project management in 2025: Trends and innovations to watch
Professor Adam Boddison OBE, chief executive of the Association for Project Management (APM) looks at the key trends in project management in 2025.
Building for the future: Key strategies for construction in 2025
Despite continuing to face challenges such as rising costs, skill shortages and supply chain issues, 2025 marks a pivotal year for construction to advance towards net zero goals, increase innovation and boost efficiency. But what strategies need to be prioritised to maintain momentum and take a step towards a more sustainable, efficient and resilient future?
The cost of sustainability in the UK housebuilding market: Lessons from...
Insights from the Belgian housing market, as analysed in the paper 'The Cost of Sustainability in the Construction Sector – The Case of Family Houses in Belgium' by Douhard & Van Pottelsberghe (2023), provide valuable lessons for the UK housebuilding industry.
UKPA calls for further UK PropTech investment
The UK PropTech Association has called on the government for further investment into UK PropTech to streamline the NPPF.
Construction closures swallow half of new companies
Data acquired from Companies House has shown that construction closures affect half of new companies in the last five years.
Retrofit at scale: The silver bullet to meeting the UK’s targets?
Retrofitting the built environment at scale will be a key element of meeting the UK’s housing targets, as well as a "just transition" to a more sustainable society, writes Becci Taylor of Arup.
Industry reactions to recent UK construction announcements
Several UK construction announcements have been made by the government this week, here we've collected key industry reactions.
How the lessons of the past can help light a brighter...
Mike Stark explains how modern sparkies could learn a thing or two from the long and fascinating history of SELECT, which is currently celebrating its 125th anniversary as the world’s first electrical trade association.
What is a healthy building?
Why is damp, condensation and mould still an issue and, how do I know if my building is healthy?
[VIDEO] NHBC brings together sector leaders at Affordable Housing Innovators event
NHBC, the UK’s largest new homes warranty and insurance provider, recently hosted the first Affordable Housing Innovators event in partnership with the British Property Federation.
The future of construction marketing in 2025: How to build connections...
The construction industry is no stranger to change, and as we enter 2025, the evolution of marketing continues to reshape how businesses connect with their audiences.
Vectorworks, Inc. names Jason Pletcher as new CEO
Dr. Biplab Sarkar to retire after 25 years, passing the baton to Jason Pletcher, most recently chief operating and financial officer of GoCanvas.
Details of new towns plan revealed
Today PM Keir Starmer has announced further details for the planned new towns across England, boosting the number of houses in the country.
Key success factors for energy efficiency retrofitting in the tertiary building...
The construction industry is at the forefront of global sustainability efforts, with Building Energy Efficiency Retrofitting (BEER) playing a crucial role in achieving net-zero targets.
ONS stats Q4 2024 show drop in monthly output
The latest ONS stats for Q4 2024 reveal some minor growth and falls, reflecting a very modest start to 2025.
RIBA condemns ARB decision as “elitist and ill-judged”
A new announcement shows that RIBA condemns the ARB decision to maintain their reform, re-affirming their opposition to the idea.
Operational Effectiveness shaping Building Systems for the future
Steve Voils, VP engineering at Acuity Brands, discusses the concept of Operational Effectiveness, and its effect on the built environment.
Construction’s AI revolution: from site tools to strategic assets
As the construction sector begins to fully embrace artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, Deltek's Neil Davidson explores the associated obstacles and benefits.
Factoring deflection and movement into fire stopping for accurate early specification
John Gardner, national specification manager at FSi Promat, looks at how deflection and movement can affect fire stopping - and how to address it.
Sustainable structures: Top 7 examples of recycled materials in architecture
Discover how innovative architects are transforming recycled materials into stunning sustainable structures, revealing a world of design possibilities waiting to be explored.
Angela Rayner announces government social housing boost
Angela Rayner has today announced a cash injection of £350m in a government social housing boost, as well as more restrictions for landlords.
Several schools in disrepair as PFI contracts drain funds
The City of Stoke-on-Trent has many schools in disrepair, locked into PFI contracts, and concerned about being able to pay for maintenance.
Energy efficiency and high-performance homes: The key trends shaping 2025
Energy efficiency and security, alongside health and comfort, will dominate conversations around high-performance homes in the coming year, writes Andy Mitchell, managing director at 21 Degrees.
Laing O’Rourke chairman to step down at end of March
Laing O'Rourke chairman Sir John Parker will leave the role at the end of the group's financial year in March 2025, with company founder Ray O'Rourke taking his place.
New government apprenticeship adjustments to boost numbers
New government apprenticeship adjustments have been announced, affecting the requirement to undertake Maths and English GCSE's.