MMC and more builders are needed to help government achieve new...
Insulation specialists Actis have emphasised the need for increased offsite-construction and bringing more young people into the construction sector to deliver the Government's planning reforms.
Driving social value in procurement
Michael McLaughlin, group social value manager at LHC Procurement Group (LHCPG), examines the new Procurement Act and creating meaningful social impact.
Cellular glass insulation for inverted roofs CPD
Owens Corning Insulation UK has released a new CPD on using cellular glass insulation for inverted roof insulation, now available on RIBA
Starmer to rip up rule book to allow more small nuclear...
The government is making "radical decisions" to allow more nuclear projects to be developed in the UK, especially small modular reactors.
February construction PMIs show decline in business activity
The February construction PMIs have been published, detailing a more pessimistic outlook after all aspects have dipped since the last index.
Real-time legionella smart monitoring can save lives and slash costs
With some of the oldest housing stock in Europe, more people may be at risk of developing legionella than we think. UK Connect's Dean Marsh explores the smart monitoring technologies that can reduce that risk.
Construction tax fraud mafia jailed by HMRC
A construction organised crime group has been jailed by HMRC after investigations in collaboration with Kent Police.
Actis demonstrates determination to lead the way in sustainability by doing...
Insulation specialist Actis has underlined its determination to lead the way in minimising the negative impact of construction materials manufactured across the continent in its video Recycling & Sustainability - doing more with less.
UK construction activity to increase this year, says RICS prediction
The RICS UK construction monitor for Q4 2024 shows high optimism for UK construction activity over the next 12 months, despite setbacks.
New builds found to be more water-efficient homes
The Home Builders Federation have published a guide in collaboration with Waterwise showing how new-build homes are more water-efficient homes.
Fighting fatigue: the Working Time Directive and Re-flow
Re-flow’s fatigue tracking feature streamlines operations, eliminates human error, and protects workers, all while ensuring safety standards are upheld through WTD compliance.
Chasing leads, but forgetting brand? Think differently to drive efficient sales...
Curious about how to drive sales conversion to your construction business? BCM Agency explores how you should reconsider the balance of brand and leads.
AI could power self-healing roads
Self-healing roads could be made a reality with research powered by artificial intelligence to develop a self-healing asphalt.
Real-time insights and the future of sustainable construction site management
Digitisation and remote monitoring technologies will be essential in fully maximising the efficiency gains and emissions reductions offered by new construction equipment and on-site energy mixes, writes Tom Adlington of Aggreko
House of Lords Built Environment Committee say grey belt policy won’t...
The Built Environment Committee have completed their grey belt policy inquiry, and found that it is not likely to be effective.
2025 World of Modular to highlight multifamily building strategies, manufacturing insights...
Featuring 1,500 attendees and dozens of the industry’s most impactful speakers from across North America and around the globe, World of Modular will offer key insights, best practices, and numerous opportunities to meet leaders and stakeholders from every corner of commercial modular construction industry.
[VIDEO] HS2 Small Dean viaduct slid into position in just four...
The Small Dean viaduct for HS2 has been slid into place over the course of just four days, nine hours quicker than anticipated.
BPF and ARL create Build-to-Rent Taskforce
A Build-to-Rent Taskforce has been established by the British Property Federation and the Association for Rental Living.
Work smarter on the go: the power of mobile issue management...
The latest update to the Newforma Konekt mobile app brings together AEC workflows and puts issue management right at your fingertips .
The role of building material innovations to reduce emissions
Stephanie Palmer of wienerberger explains some of the more common technologies and building material innovations firms can use to decarbonise.
Understanding the role of 3D rendering in cultural preservation
3D rendering has played a key role in the restoration of Notre-Dame cathedral in just five years – something that would have been almost impossible using only traditional methods
No regulations violated for Glasgow building collapse, say HSE
A Glasgow building collapse incident has been decided to have no one at fault by the Health and Safety Executive.
How driver training can lower fleet insurance costs
Sam Sparkes, commercial account handler at Clarke Williams Ltd, examines how updated driver training programs can help reduce your fleet insurance costs.
Automate Revit tasks with Ideate Automation
Ever dream of cloning yourself? What would your replica take off your plate? Ideate Automation could be key to reducing inefficiencies in your BIM processes.
BRE endorses Warm Homes Plan ahead of official announcement
A new briefing shows that the Building Research Establishment endorses the Warm Homes Plan, and makes recommendations for the plan.
VINCI Construction completes FM Conway acquisition
The agreement signed by VINCI Construction to fully acquire infrastructure services business FM Conway, completed on Friday 31st January 2025.