Historic cottages transformed into affordable homes
A £1.1m refurbishment project in Manchester will turn historic cottages into affordable homes after being abandoned for almost a decade.
Construction Innovation Hub partners with Cardiff Uni to create D-COM
The Construction Innovation Hub has unveiled it's D-COM project, in partnership with Cardiff University's Digital Compliance Network, which will use technology to untangle complex compliance checking processes.
Building diversity in construction
In the UK, fewer than 2% of tradespeople are female. In 2022 this is a shocking statistic and when compared with North America, where the figure rises to 10%, it shows we still have a very long way to go when it comes to diversity in construction, says Sandi Rhys-Jones, senior vice-president of the Chartered Institute of Building.
Morgan Sindall to deliver £5.8m Cambridge hospital resource centre
Morgan Sindall Construction has begun works on transforming an old modular building to deliver a new Cambridge hospital resource centre, at Fulbourn Hospital.
Kier wins HM Prison Glasgow pre-construction services contract
The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) has awarded Kier the pre-construction services contract for HMP Glasgow, a new prison to replace HMP Barlinnie.
RIBA approved CPD training for architects and town planners
Architects and town planners can request a RIBA approved CPD training session on crime prevention and designing out crime from Secured by Design, the UK Police Service’s Flagship Crime Prevention Initiative.
UK Heatwave: How to keep your property cool in hot weather
As extreme temperatures continue across the country, properties in Britain are not suitable for the UK heatwave. In this article, PBC Today explains how to keep your property cool in hot weather.
Devonport Dockyard refurb project to be delivered by Kier BAM Joint...
Kier BAM Joint Venture (KBJV) has been appointed by Babcock International Group to support delivery of the Devonport Dockyard refurb project at Devonport’s 10 Dock facility in Plymouth, Devon.
Too hot to work: Working safely on a construction site during...
During a heatwave, there are a number of health and safety hazards that construction workers need to be aware of - but when does it become too hot to work and how can we protect the wellbeing of employees?
HSE guidance: What are your employee rights when there is no...
According to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) there is no min or max temp to work, but employers are required to ensure workplaces are at a reasonable temperature during a heatwave.
GRAHAM named in ‘UK’s Top 100 Most Inclusive Workplaces Index 2022’
GRAHAM places 41st in the ‘UK’s Top 100 Most Inclusive Workplaces Index 2022’.
Offsite specialist M-AR hosts first factory open day
Offsite specialist M-AR recently hosted its first factory open day, welcoming more than 50 visitors to its large manufacturing facility and head office in Hull for an in-depth insight into what goes on behind the scenes.
Actis training module on Future Homes Standards earns CPD certification
A training module devised by insulation specialist Actis which shows how to comply with changes to Part L and prepare for Future Homes Standards has received official certification from the CPD Certification Service.
Morrison Water Services secures place on Wastewater supplier framework
Morrison Water Services has secured a place on a wastewater supplier framework to help Thames Water meet its targets for pollution, flooding and blockages.
Kier appointed to deliver net zero carbon commercial development in London
Kier has been appointed to design and construct the mixed-use sustainable commercial development - 135 Park Street Southbank - by Barings and LBS.
Graphisoft releases updates to its key service offerings
Graphisoft has unveiled significant updates to its key service offerings - Graphisoft Forward, Graphisoft Learn, and Graphisoft Community.
UK BIM Alliance: How to choose the right BIM Software
In this article, the UK BIM Alliance explains to PBC Today what is and what is not 'BIM', why there is often widespread confusion surrounding the subject, and how to choose the right BIM Software.
Levelling Up Fund Round 2: Bidding begins for £4.8bn fund
The government’s Levelling Up Fund Round 2 has opened for bidding, allowing councils all over the country to bid for funding for projects that improve communities.
Too much talk, not enough action on indoor air quality
Despite the extra focus on indoor air quality (IAQ) prompted by the pandemic, lots of people are still talking about making buildings healthier, safer and more efficient but only a few are doing anything about it, says Nathan Wood from the Building Engineering Services Association.
Why are construction records so important?
Powerful construction records giving evidence of both liability and quantum makes it easier when resolving disputes. Here, Jonathan Nugent, managing director at Arbicon, discusses the importance of keeping records throughout construction works.
Graphisoft announces release of architectural workflow solution, Archicad 26
Graphisoft has announced the release of architectural workflow software Archicad 26, alongside updates to its BIMcloud, BIMx, and DDScad solutions.
Wates Group CEO David Allen stepping down
Wates Group CEO David Allen is stepping down after four years in the role, announces Chairman Sir James Wates CBE.
Caddick Construction appointed to deliver £11.4m Manchester social housing scheme
Caddick Construction has been appointed to deliver a new £11.4m Manchester social housing scheme, which will be energy-efficient and create work opportunities.
Biodiversity Net Gain: What are the options for developers?
Biodiversity Net Gain, as mandated under the Environment Act 2021, affects housing and nationally significant infrastructure projects in England. With the end of the transition period just 18 months away, developers need robust delivery solutions right now. James Cross, chief executive of Environment Bank, explores the options.
Industry accolades roll in for offsite specialist M-AR
Offsite specialist contractor M-AR has recently been shortlisted for several industry awards for its outstanding work within the offsite sector in the last 12 months.
May construction output increased by 1.5%, ONS figures reveal
May construction output increased by 1.5% according to the latest ONS figures, which is a record high in monthly-level terms (£15,053 million) since records began in January 2010.