How can building contractors combat the energy crisis with decentralised energy...
Chris Rason, managing director at Aggreko, outlines how the efficient use of decentralised energy solutions can help building contractors navigate the current energy crisis without falling foul of legislation.
Timber frame homes UK market to rise by £70m
The timber frame homes UK market is set to rise by £70m in 2022, according to the latest report by MTW research.
LHC’s new £20m K7 framework officially opens for kitchen suppliers and...
Kitchen suppliers and manufacturers can now apply to be part of LHC's new four-year public sector K7 framework, worth £20m.
Willmott Dixon appointed to deliver Bassaleg Comprehensive School upgrade
Willmott Dixon has been appointed by Newport City Council to deliver the Bassaleg Comprehensive School upgrade, which will create over 300 extra school places and help to meet demand in the area.
Tilbury Douglas appointed to deliver Catterick Integrated Care Campus
Tilbury Douglas has been appointed to deliver the detailed design phase of the construction of the new Catterick Integrated Care Campus.
Collinson Construction begins work on Eden District Council net zero HQ
Collinson Construction has started work on a new major project that will create a net zero HQ for Eden District Council, using Passivhaus design principles.
Planning agreed for Overstone Green development in Northampton
Outline planning permission has been approved for 1600 new homes and a major commercial area at Overstone Green development, Northampton .
BAM appointed to deliver Holyrood Academy expansion in Somerset
BAM, in partnership with Futures for Somerset, the Local Education Partnership has been appointed by Somerset County Council to deliver the £7m Holyrood Academy expansion in Somerset.
How can we address the cost of poor housing in England?
Addressing poor housing in England would save the NHS £1.4bn a year – it’s time we take action. Gillian Charlesworth, chief executive of BRE, explores how.
BESA updates security following online testing fraud
The Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) has carried out a full review and updated its security procedures following online testing fraud.
How can planning consultants engage with hard to reach communities?
Shona Snow, LHC head of procurement, explores how planning consultants can engage with hard to reach voices in communities, with the help of Built-ID.
HS2 unveils noise cancelling Chiltern Tunnel north portal design
HS2 has revealed the Chiltern Tunnel north portal designs, which is designed to be noise cancelling, to cut noise from trains entering and exiting the tunnel at speeds of up to 320km/h.
Plans submitted for new Ancoats canalside community
Capital&Centric and Kamani Property Group have submitted plans to create a vibrant Ancoats canalside community at Manchester’s Ancoats Works.
Living space starts work on affordable EPC A-rated homes in Bedfordshire
Living Space has commenced construction on 57 EPC A-rated homes in Bedfordshire, for affordable housing provider Stonewater.
Wates announces ‘highest ever’ operating profit at £40m
Wates Group has reported its highest-ever operating profit of £40m, securing £2.3bn of new work during 2021, and ended the year with a record forward order book of £7.1bn, up 7% from its previous record in 2020.
West Fraser commits to GHG emissions reductions through SBTi process
West Fraser has announced a commitment to set science-based targets to achieve near-term GHG emissions reductions across all its operations located in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom and Europe.
What are the benefits of BIM in facilities management?
Chris Wilson, energy manager at SPIE UK, discusses the substantial benefits of BIM in helping facilities managers create the best possible management approach.
UKGBC publish guidance toolkit to scale delivery of built environment
The UK Green Building Council (UKGBC) has today published a guidance toolkit prioritising the delivery of social value across built environment projects.
VSM gets green light for new Nine Elms residential tower
VSM, a joint venture between VINCI UK Developments Ltd and St. Modwen Ltd, has received planning permission for a new 26-storey Nine Elms residential tower in London.
Interclass to appointed deliver £5m Wednesbury health centre
Interclass has been appointed by Sandwell Council to deliver the new state-of-the-art Wednesbury health centre, a £5m project procured through the Constructing West Midlands framework.
Keepmoat Homes provide prisoners with skills at HMP Hull
One of the UK's biggest housebuilders Keepmoat Homes has agreed to provide prisoners with skills for future employment at HMP Hull.
Tilbury Douglas partners with CRADLE to launch pregnancy loss service
Pregnancy loss charity CRADLE has partnered with Tilbury Douglas to launch its first pregnancy loss service in Wales, at the £130m refurbishment of the Prince Charles Hospital, Merthyr Tydfil.
Non-payment protection: Top tips for construction subcontractors
What steps can construction subcontractors take to protect themselves against non-payment? Find advice from Arbicon here.
GL sign deal with Sunsynk to market “Grid Buddy” Inverters &...
Green Lighting (GL) has announced a supply partnership with Sunsynk to market "Grid Buddy" Inverters & Lithium battery storage solutions.
Government set to halt OLEV Grant scheme for electric vehicle home...
As the UK government is set to scrap the OLEV Grant, electric vehicle owners are being urged to apply for the Electric Vehicle Homecharge Scheme before March 31.
Construction industry professionals react to Spring Budget 2022
Rishi Sunak Chancellor of the Exchequer has delivered the Spring Budget 2022, announcing a new tax plan to ease the rising cost of living. Here construction industry professionals share their thoughts on the biggest cut to personal taxes in a quarter of a century.