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Improving construction’s resilience for the post-pandemic world
Mike Pettinella, EMEA director of Autodesk Construction Solutions, says embracing digital transformation can boost productivity right now, and benefit firms in the long term.
JCB moves to online machine sales for first time
For the first time JCB has started to sell machines online to support businesses with their plant requirements during the Covid-19 lockdown.
Modern methods of construction study to drive innovation
A research study to drive modern methods of construction (MMC) has been commissioned by Homes England.
Video Mediation in Construction Disputes
As the UK begins its slow journey back to work and becomes accustomed to working in a Covid-19 present world, it is no surprise that there has been a surge in disputes and companies looking for restructuring advice.
Laing O’Rourke to deliver £160m residential tower in Salford
Laing O’Rourke has been chosen by developer One Heritage to deliver a 55-storey residential tower at Greengate in Salford.
Housebuilder Vistry returns to 70% production capacity
Housebuilder Vistry Group has revealed 70% of normal production capacity has already been restored, as its teams get used to the new Covid-safe operating procedures.
Green light for HS2 Old Oak Common station
Plans for the HS2 Old Oak Common station have been given the green light, which will allow work to progress on building the largest new railway station ever built in the UK.
Cut VAT in construction for a green recovery, urges report
The government should cut VAT on renovating buildings, in line with the VAT on new builds, to help revitalise the construction industry after coronavirus, says a new report from Green Alliance
Fourth version of ‘Site Operating Procedures’ released by CLC
The Construction Leadership Council (CLC) has released the fourth version of its Site Operating Procedures to include advice on face-to-face contact and one-way systems.
Plans approved for £105m development in Salford
Planning has been granted by Salford City Council to transform two brownfield sites overlooking the River Irwell into 500 new apartments.
HFS calls for Scotland to introduce phased return to construction work
Homes for Scotland (HFS) has written to the Nicola Sturgeon requesting a phased return to work which would enable them to complete 6,000 homes.
Green light for redevelopment of Hillhead Baptist Church in Glasgow
Developer Wemyss Properties has been given the go-ahead to build 29 new flats on the former Hillhead Baptist Church building in Glasgow’s West End.
Housebuilders allowed flexible working hours
Housing secretary Robert Jenrick has published new guidance which allows housebuilders to agree more flexible construction site working hours with their local council.
Common data environment to assist Australia bushfire recovery
Laing O’Rourke is to use Asite’s common data environment (CDE) to help lead the clean-up operation following the bushfires that devastated much of New South Wales, Australia.
Hackitt praises construction industry response to Covid-19 crisis
The construction industry has demonstrated it is “capable of massive change at pace” and is able to dump old practices quickly “without compromising safety or quality” amid Covid-19, says Dame Judith Hackitt.
Cheltenham seeks partner for £400m Golden Valley development
Cheltenham Borough Council has launched the search for a development partner to deliver a £400m world-class Golden Valley development in Cheltenham.
Scottish government supports SME housebuilders through pandemic
Housebuilders will be able to apply for short-term loans of up to £1m from the Scottish Government to support them through the coronavirus outbreak.
Plans submitted for 31-storey residential scheme at Liverpool Waters
Peel L&P has submitted planning for a 31-storey residential development, called Patagonia Place, at Liverpool Waters.
Councils pledge to resume unsafe cladding removal during Covid-19
Leaders from 25 councils across the UK have pledged to ensure vital building safety work, including the removal of unsafe cladding on high-rise buildings, continues in the face of Covid-19.
The value of fresh air and its impact in Covid-19 pandemic
The Property Care Association (PCA) explores the value of rectifying moisture imbalance in buildings to help combat future pandemics.
Government to make example of payment abuse in construction
The government will ‘call out’ construction companies who indulged in poor payment practices during the Covid-19 crisis, says the minister for small business, Paul Scully.
Actis backs MMC industry push post Covid-19
The speed of change over the past few weeks, from video conferencing to grappling with online technologies, may be the trigger to push the industry into placing more focus on MMC, says insulation specialist Actis.
Flood protection innovations tackle the threat of rising tides
StormMeister®, founded in 2010 by William M Snape, offers a wide range of innovative products and services dedicated to flood protection.
South Shields residential scheme takes major step forward
South Tyneside Council’s cabinet has approved the appointment of a residential development partner to transform docks and brownfield land at Holborn into a living, working and entertainment quarter.
Winners announced on YouTube for RTPI Planning Excellence 2020
Due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, winners of the Planning Excellence Awards and of the Silver Jubilee Cup were revealed this year on the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI)’s YouTube channel.
Barratt to introduce phased site reopening
Barratt Developments has revealed 50% of its construction sites will begin a phased reopening from Monday 11 May, while its sites in Scotland will remain closed.