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Property experts urge industry to push fight against climate change
A group of experts have called on the property industry to step up the fight against climate change by making sustainability a key priority in the UK's planning system.
Deanstor wins £4m Circle Square contract in Manchester
Deanestor, contract furniture specialists, has been awarded its largest contract to date in the residential sector, the fit out of one of the biggest rental schemes in Manchester.
The momentum of the modular movement
Gaynor Tennant, CBDO of Modularize, says the offsite industry must make it clear to government that it is open for business.
Galliard to build £140m development above Crossrail station
Galliard has acquired the £140m Tottenham Court Road West (TCRW) residential & retail scheme on Oxford St in London’s West End.
Caddick Group to deliver £50m Yorkshire logistics scheme
Caddick Group is to build a £50m GDV distribution centre near Wakefield, Yorkshire for global real estate investment manager AEW.
Winners announced at CITB Apprenticeship Awards 2019
The CITB Apprenticeship Awards took place on 7 November at Merchant Taylor’s Hall, London, the event saw nine young apprentices and three employers awarded for their commitment to their construction apprenticeships
BSRIA whitepaper: How globalisation affects design and construction
Globalisation remains a hot topic of debate, and an often controversial one at that. Henry Lawson, author of a new BSRIA Megatrends white paper on the subject, looks at the key factors behind it and how it affects building design, construction and services.
Better neighbourhood planning needed ahead of General Election
The RTPI has stated the importance of planning in a fast-paced, changing world in areas such as climate change, communities and nations.
Housing crisis: Are timber industries the answer?
A new report has highlighted the vital role timber industries can play in helping the government meet its targets for housebuilding.
Masterplan for Ashwood Business Park in Northumberland unveiled
The next phase in the site’s development, which is being spearheaded by economic regeneration company Advance Northumberland is set to make Ashwood Business Park a centre for advanced manufacturing.
UK’s housing with care sector could save NHS millions
Driven by demographic changes and a chance to invest responsibly, billions of pounds are set to pour into the UK’s emerging housing with care sector, according to the Later Living: Housing with Care guide.
Final module craned into place on world’s tallest modular tower
Tide Construction has craned the last of 1,526 modules into place on the world’s tallest modular tower in Croydon.
Futureproofing with high-performance insulation
If the UK is going to meet its ambitious net-zero climate change targets by 2050 then the energy efficiency of our homes will need to be addressed says Simon Storer, chief executive of the Insultation Manufacturers Association.
Improving collaboration between Cardiff Council and developers
How can we ensure that enough quality purpose-built student accommodation is built to cater to the needs of the Cardiff City's students?
Basildon seeks replacement contractor on East Square project
Basildon Council has responded to the news that its main contractor on the cinema-led regeneration of Basildon's East Square, Simons Group, has fallen into administration.
Analysis reveals local plans support custom and self-build housing
An analysis of all local plans across England, by the Right to Build Task Force has revealed that 58% of local planning authorities have,...
SIPs are coming to the fore in modular construction
There is no question that a contractor can construct better quality buildings, build them faster and provide exceptional eco-benefits, using Hemsec SIPs.
Building a better future for construction
The Construction Innovation Hub, which launched last November, is a government-backed programme to bring wholesale, long-lasting change to the sector. Programme director Keith Waller sets out the challenge – and how it is being met.
Hammerson submits plans for Victoria Gate Hotel
Hammerson has submitted plans for a new 205-bed hotel, The Victoria Gate Hotel, adjacent to its retail and leisure destination, Victoria Gate.
Report reveals success factors for London developments
WSP and London First reviewed significant London developments and identified critical success factors which accelerated progress.
The upsides of downsizing for the housing market
Incentivising downsizing may provide benefits for young and old generations alike. However, says Phil Harris, director at BLP Insurance, much needs to be done to provide suitable housing options.
Engie wins £90m low carbon decentralised energy scheme
Engie has joined forces with Edinburgh St James, to operate a new low carbon decentralised energy scheme, worth £90m.
Winners of Building Innovation Awards 2019 revealed
PBC Today attended the Building Innovation Awards last week (23 October), where a host of industry experts celebrated some of the best innovation the construction industry has to offer.
Mitie’s first electric vans hit the road
Nearly 100 electric cars have already been rolled out to Mitie’s employees in just four months, and now they have officially begun rolling out their first electric vans.
Work begins on Burton flood defence scheme
Work has started on the Burton flood defence project at Blackpool Street and at Paget High School, with work due to start at the library and leisure centre in coming weeks.
The value and opportunities within modular construction
Having gained considerable momentum over the past few years, modular construction reduces build times by an impressive 50-60%.