Actis expands its specification team with appointment of former builders’ merchant
Insulation specialist Actis has expanded its technical team with the appointment of a builders' merchant and specification manager exclusively focused on the East of England.
What are the advantages of building on a brownfield site?
Stefano Lobban, director at Herts Tools, explores the advantages of building on brownfield sites.
Landmark ruling opens polluting water companies to private prosecutions
A landmark Supreme Court judgement will open legal avenues to sue water companies for dumping sewage into waterways.
Construction industry braces for General Election 2024
As the country prepares to go to the polls tomorrow for the 2024 general election, the construction industry turns its focus to the next government.
Re:volve Real Estate appoints Melanie Jones as senior operations director
Wilmslow-based property and asset management firm Re:volve Real Estate has announced the senior hire of Melanie Jones in the newly created role of senior operations director.
CECA publish recommendations for new UK Government to deliver critical infrastructure
The Civil Engineering Contractors Association has published its recommendations to the incoming government to deliver the necessary infrastructure.
General Election 2024: What each party promise means for UK construction
Wondering what the Conservatives, Labour and the Lib Dems have said on construction topics in their manifestos? PBC Today's roundup gives you the lowdown on 2024 election promises.
Multiple green belt areas at risk of building expansion in the...
New study reveals Guildford’s green belt is most likely to be prioritised for building work after the election, as housebuilding in the area increases by 80%.
UK construction equipment sales rise in May
UK construction equipment retail sales increased in May after falling back in April, aligning with expectations that the market is now stable.
Galliford Try rebrands to support expansion into EV charging and 5G
Galliford Try's rebrand will see their telecommunications business become Galliford Try Digital Infrastructure.
Construction industry’s long-term growth reliant on more favourable conditions
Mace’s latest UK Market View demonstrates that expectations should be managed when it comes to the construction industry’s long-term growth as it depends on more favourable conditions and the approach of the next government.
Council spending on homelessness has tripled since 2015, warns LGA
LGA analysis of the Revenue Account Budget Data shows that council spending on homelessness for 2023/24 when compared with 2015/16 has increased by 42 per cent – about £733m.
Understanding best practice for sustainable materials procurement in construction
The Build Chain asks what does best practice look like for sustainable materials procurement in the construction industry.
Locking down security at Santander with Obexion SR2 Security Shutters
Obexion SR2 Security Shutters from Secured by Design member company Charter Global have been chosen as one of the security solutions for the new Santander campus at Unity Place.
Sheffield’s SuDS project reduces flood risk at Manor Fields Park
The SuDS project, designed to ease pressure on Sheffield’s watercourse and sewer network, will reduce the flow of water in Manor Fields Park’s Kirkbridge Dyke when there is increased water flow.
Consumers willing to spend more than £21,000 on a smart home
Samsung BNB Integrated Offering’s Smart Home Buyer Index 2024 revealed that 79% of people surveyed said that they want a smart home.
GRAHAM surpasses £1bn turnover milestone again
GRAHAM has surpassed the £1bn turnover milestone for the second consecutive year, with revenue increasing to £1.125bn.
Re-flow Field Management empowers rail industry to meet compliance standards
The rail industry needs greater education, mentorship, and cultural change to attract young talent, say experts at Rail Live.
Global green building alliance launches first practical guide to boost energy...
An international green building alliance has launched the first global practical guide to facilitate the $35tr investment needed by 2030 to meet clean energy goals.
What contractors and developers need to know about the JCT Design...
Now that the long-awaited 2024 edition of the JCT Design and Build Contract has been published, Harkishan Singh, Senior Party Wall Surveyor at McBains, asks how many are aware of how the new version can affect party wall proceedings on both commercial and residential projects?
Actis backs scientists’ call for political parties to commit to climate...
A call by more than 400 of the UK's leading climate scientists for all election hopefuls to commit to ambitious climate policies has been backed by European insulation specialist Actis.
Biochar removes microplastics in road runoff in Kier and TerrAffix trial
Trials led by Kier and TerrAffix have found that a plant-based biochar can successfully remove microplastics in road runoff, which could dramatically change the environmental impact of infrastructure development.
Bond Brickwork and Build Warranty® partnership boosts premium structural warranty cover
In an industry where quality and reliability are paramount, the partnership between Bond Brickwork and Build Warranty® marks a significant milestone in construction standards.
BPF publishes Code of Governance for for-profit affordable housing providers
The British Property Federation has today published a Code of Governance for For-Profit affordable housing providers.
Housebuilders pledge to include hedgehog highways and bird boxes
Twenty housebuilders have signed up to the Homes for Nature commitment, which will see wildlife provisions such as hedgehog highways become standard on new developments.
LHC’s N9 framework meets the complex needs of the market
LHC's Retrofit and Decarbonisation (N9) framework aims to help UK local authorities and housing associations meet energy efficiency and decarbonisation targets.