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The military housing buyback deal will see nearly 37,000 homes return to public ownership

MoD agrees to £6bn military housing buyback deal

The Ministry of Defence has struck a military housing buyback deal with Annington, representing billions saved for the taxpayer.
Metro mayors can support urban regeneration across the UK

Report highlights role metro mayors can play in urban regeneration

As metro mayors are granted more power, the Institute for Government has published a report detailing how they can support urban regeneration.
A lack of digital transformation in construction has led to many asking- why is the industry so slow to adapt, and how can it change?

Digital transformation in construction: Why is the industry slow to adopt...

Lack of digital transformation in construction is leading to inefficiencies and lost opportunities. Why is the industry so slow to adapt, and how can it change?
Build Warranty® have announced their new partnership with Planning Portal, making it easier to plan and prepare for your next project

Build Warranty® joins forces with Planning Portal

Structural warranty solution provider Build Warranty® have announced their new partnership with Planning Portal, making it easier to understand protection and planning requirements for your next project.

Re-flow field management review by Forestry, Rail, & Civils Ltd

Discover how Re-flow field management software helped Forestry, Rail, & Civils Ltd, a vegetation management company, streamline its processes.
Close up of blown double glazed unit. Failed window glazing with condensation inside, UK

Rethinking airtightness and insulation for energy efficient homes

When building homes that are truly energy efficient, the conversation often gravitates towards insulation. However, there is another critical factor that can yield equally impactful—if not greater—results: airtightness.

Orbis launches December offer on Sentry Protect system

Get a free months rental on sentry and free setup/take down this December with Orbis.
The Clean Power Action Plan will prioritise grid projects and speed up planning processes for energy infrastructure to boost energy security

New Clean Power Action Plan to revitalise UK energy infrastructure

The Clean Power Action Plan will prioritise national grid projects, speed up planning processes for energy infrastructure and expand the renewable auction process.
The Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB) has appointed three new regional chairs to help drive industry skills forward

ECITB makes triple appointment of regional chairs

The Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB) has appointed three new regional chairs to help drive skills forward in the industry.
Digital Construction Week is now seeking speakers for the 2025 event, due to take place at Excel London on 4-5 June next year

Digital Construction Week 2025 opens call for speakers

Digital Construction Week is now seeking speakers for the 2025 event, due to take place at Excel London on 4-5 June next year.
Male IT Specialist Holds Laptop and Discusses Work with Female Server Technician.

AI data centres are cranking up pressure on the supply chain

AI is sparking a data centre boom – now the sector must meet new demands, writes Lisa Duignan, director and data centres sector lead, Europe, at Turner & Townsend.
The Barbour ABI November analysis details a decline in contract awards

Barbour ABI November analysis shows worrying trends in industry

The Barbour ABI November analysis is out, showing another declining trend in construction while also offering some slim hopes for the future.
Sketch of the interior of the Ramsden Building

Ramsden Building in Huddersfield granted listed building consent

The Grade 2 listed Ramsden Building has been granted permission to have extensive refurbishment work undertaken by GSSArchitecture.
ONS construction statistics show a slight decline in October 2024

ONS construction statistics show minor decline in output

The ONS construction statistics for October 2024 have been released, detailing a slower growth than the previous period.
UK house prices have risen again, according to RICS

RICS survey shows UK house prices continue to grow

The RICS residential survey has indicated that UK housing prices have grown again, meaning a strong market for development.

Standardise, streamline and simplify applications for payment with Payapps

In the fast-paced world of construction, efficiency and collaboration are key. Payapps make it easier for contractors and subcontractors to work together.
Re-flow explores how the right field management software strategies can set your construction company up for a profitable 2025

Software strategies for a profitable 2025 in construction

Re-flow explores how the right field management software strategies can set your construction company up for a profitable 2025.
Double exposure of engineer use her laptop for architectural project and working with partner engineering on workplace with city of business background.

The role of technology in modern construction procurement

Pioneering technology reshapes construction procurement, promising streamlined processes and transparency—discover how these innovations revolutionise the industry.
Essential skills building can help to fill skills gaps

Addressing skills gaps in construction through building essential skills

Tom Ravenscroft, founder and chief executive at Skills Builder Partnership discusses how essential skill building can fill the skills gap.
Sliplining on the Victoria Station water network Trunk Main Replacement in progress at Eaton Square, London

Upgrade completed for Victoria Station water network

Barhale have completed work on a pipe upgrade for the Victoria Station water network, another step in Thames Water's work for London's water.
The planning reforms promise to boost UK housebuilding

Government announces final planning reforms, the industry reacts

Today the government have revealed their long-promised planning reforms, promising a boost to the process of housebuilding and local targets.
The EAC flood resilience inquiry will seek to upgrade flood preparedness

EAC calls for evidence in flood resilience inquiry

The Environmental Audit Committee has launched an inquiry into flood resilience and how to build up and improve defences.
As the UK recovers from the impact of Storms Bert and Darragh, Actis has urged roofing professionals to use compliant materials

Storms Bert and Darragh underline importance of constructing wind-proof roofs, says...

As the UK recovers from the impact of Storms Bert and Darragh, Actis urges roofing professionals to use compliant materials- such as Actis' breather membrane range.
Vectorworks' new "Insight Tech Report", shows that despite hesitations around the technology, use of AI is rapidly expanding in event design

AI, VR and sustainability trends in event design and production highlighted...

Vectorworks' new "Insight Tech Report", produced in collaboration with Entourage Pro, shows that despite hesitations around the technology (and ethics), use of AI is rapidly expanding in the event design sector.
Much of the UK's military housing is sub-standard quality, a MoD report finds

Military housing a “poor lived experience”, says report

The Defence Committee has published a report finding that a large proportion of military housing is not fit for living.
Mould in social housing can confound tenants and landlords

Mould in social housing affecting 99.2% of landlords

A study by Zehnder has revealed the extent of mould in social housing, and how it affects both landlords and tenants.