Chinese excavator tariff accused of being inconsistent with net zero
A lawyer representing the LiuGong Group is making the argument that electric vehicles should be exempt from the Chinese excavator tariff.
Groundbreaking partnership set to deploy autonomous robots on construction sites
McLaren Construction and FieldAI have partnered to bring general-purpose autonomous robots to UK construction sites
Building Safety Levy will affect medium-sized sites
The proposed exemption of medium-sized construction sites has been removed in the latest Building Safety Levy amendment.
Fresh consultation begins for Euston masterplan regeneration project
A public consultation is beginning for the Euston masterplan, signalling fresh momentum for one of the most significant regeneration opportunities in central London.
Key findings from the Health and Safety in Highways Report 2026
The Re-flow Health and Safety in Highways Report 2026 provides a clearer view of how risks are being recorded, applied, and controlled across the sector.
HS2 pre-cast tunnel assembled and ready for delivery
A HS2 pre-cast tunnel near Chipping Warden is nearly ready for completion, as internal works begin before being covered up.
NFB Academy: Strengthening leadership, compliance and sustainability across construction
The National Federation of Builders has launched the NFB Academy, a comprehensive training and professional development hub designed to meet the real‑world needs of construction businesses across the UK
Over 18,000 East Anglia homes to be delivered by Water Delivery...
More than 18,000 East Anglia homes are set for delivery after the Water Delivery Taskforce came to an agreement with Anglia Water.
Overhaul of UK planning rules set to deliver fastest infrastructure in...
Speeding up planning rules will see wind and solar farms, nuclear plants, reservoirs and new transport links built at the fastest pace in a generation.
CIH submits response to fire safety consultation
The Chartered Institute of Housing has published its response to the fire safety consultation for Approved Document B.
Construction is too risky to run on assumptions
Robert Brent, CEO at MSite, says construction is too risky, too complex and too commercially pressured to keep running on assumption.
Pupils return to England’s first rebuilt school following RAAC crisis
Pupils at St Leonard’s Catholic School in Durham have returned to a new permanent school building, marking a major national milestone as the first...
Jay Morton elected as new RIBA president
Jay Morton has been voted to be the new RIBA president, and is set to take over from Chris Williamson in September 2027.
Insulation is vital to the Future Homes Standard’s heat pumps, say...
SuperFOIL has issued a warning saying that the Future Homes Standard focus on heat pumps will be less effective without insulation alongside.
FOI data finds construction fire safety has improved, but injuries still...
FOI data uncovers the number of fire safety hazards found at construction sites and the number injuries caused by fires or explosions.
Updated RIDDOR regulations must be proportionate for engineers, says CECA
The CECA has responded to a consultation on proposed reforms to RIDDOR by the HSE, asking for clarity for the civil engineering sector.
New partnership set to advance digital transformation in construction
Ecological Developments has recruited University of Southampton student Nikita Malkov to advance digital transformation in construction and integrate digital design workflows.
Trimble’s AI takeoff capabilities cut MEP estimating time and increase accuracy
Trimble has announced new AI capabilities that eliminate tedious pre-takeoff setup tasks and recognise objects directly from drawings.
Structural Warranty insurance explained: Protecting your property for the long term
Advantage discusses structural warranty insurance, including what it is, what it covers, and why it is important.
MHCLG launches campaign to appoint new Architects Registration Board members
The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government is seeking to appoint five new members to the Architects Registration Board in 2026 and 2027.
Northern Powerhouse Rail faces ‘spectre of HS2’, warns PAC
The Public Accounts Committee has released a report challenging Northern Powerhosue Rail, warning that the spectre of HS2 looms large.
New fire-rated junction guidance supports solutions for construction safety risks
New evidence-based fire-rated junction guidance provides tested solutions for one of construction’s biggest critical risks.
HS2 recruitment hub opens to streamline process for jobseekers
The HS2 recruitment hub will help jobseekers to gain training and employment on the HS2 programme, or with other major projects.
What construction professionals should know about predictive maintenance
Lou Farrell, senior editor of construction and manufacturing at Revolutionized Magazine, explores how the use of predictive maintenance can overcome delay and cost issues on construction sites.
Industry reacts to Andy Burnham’s housing plans
Read the latest industry reactions to the recent Andy Burnham housing announcements, in which he intends to boost living standards.
How Kapitol scaled planning, from tenders to delivery with the Asta...
The Asta suite was recommended to Kapitol as their best option in project management software, read more about what makes it the best fit.