Beyond innovation: specifiers call for education, quality and clarity in MMC...
At this year’s Specifier Summit 2025, hosted by BCM Agency, one theme resonated across every discussion: the appetite for innovation is strong, but confidence and understanding still lag behind.
Building safety regulations: A new era of accountability and competence in...
The Building Safety Act (BSA) 2022 and its subsequent regulatory framework mark the most comprehensive overhaul of construction safety in decades—reshaping how buildings are designed, constructed, and maintained.
Environmental housing report supports government 1.5m homes target
The EAC's environmental housing report suggests that the government's targets are achievable, but more work is needed.
“Default yes” for planning permission for homes near train stations announced
The government has announced a "default yes" planning permission for homes near train stations, pending certain criteria.
Glenigan Autumn Forecast predicts UK construction to return to growth in...
Glenigan's UK Construction Industry Autumn Forecast 2026-2027 shows significant recovery across the sector, with housebuilding activity still predicted to rise by almost a fifth in 2027.
HBF call for return of Help to Buy scheme to support...
The Home Builders Federation has released a new report highlighting the benefits of the former Help to Buy scheme.
Assent Building Control collapse: causes, consequences, and industry challenges
The sudden collapse of Assent Building Control, one of the UK’s largest private building control firms, has sent shockwaves through the construction sector.
Take a step back to look forward: 2025 in MMC and...
Trudi Sully of Mott MacDonald casts her eye over the MMC and offsite sector's positive progress towards industrialised construction.
From data to dividends: turning information into impact
Will Brown, CFO at Re-flow, examines how choosing the right, data-driven management software could save your company millions.
Industry leaders join forces to support construction mental health code
The FMB has joined the BMF and CLC to support the creation of a construction mental health code of conduct.
Costain secures another five year nuclear services contract with EDF
Costain has signed a £75m contract with EDF, continuing the nuclear services it has been providing since 2017 up to 2030.
Industry leader warns against Autumn Budget construction tax rises
Terry Paterson, commercial director for EPD, has voiced warnings that rises in construction tax rises may just prevent growth.
Mace Consult picks up Zoe Price as Europe MD
Zoe Price was chief executive of ISG over the final six months before its collapse in September 2024.
Vectorworks takes top honour for Architectural Design Software at 2025 Construction...
Global design and BIM software provider Vectorworks, Inc., is proud to announce that its flagship product, Vectorworks Architect, has been named Architectural Design Software of the Year at this year’s Construction Computing Awards. Additionally, OMI Architects received the Sustainability Project of the Year award for their work on the Havelock project, designed using Vectorworks Architect.
Retrofit: Bridging social and private rental for equitable standards
Combining tenure shift with retrofit could transform housing market weakness into an opportunity for systemic renewal, writes Becci Taylor, director and retrofit at scale business leader for UKIMEA at Arup.
FSi Promat to highlight the importance of fire safety compliance in...
Fire stopping specialist FSi Promat will highlight the vital role of compliance in ensuring fire safety in modern facade design at this year’s London Build event.
Build Warranty announced as headline sponsor for Gala Awards 2025
Build Warranty Group is proud to be the headline sponsor for the Considerate Constructors Scheme’s Grand Gala Awards 2025—an event dedicated to celebrating innovation, leadership, and excellence across the built environment.
Are construction frameworks locking out SMEs?
Tim Barrett, chair of Construction Alliance North East discusses why SME contractors still struggle to win spots on construction frameworks.
Industry expert discusses their Autumn Budget construction wishlist
Tony Higson, CEO and managing director at Grayson, has written to PBC Today with his Autumn Budget construction wishlist.
Housing market in “crisis” according to government data
New data, analysed by Action on Empty Homes, details another rise in long-term empty homes, exacerbating the housing market crisis.
Robert De Niro attends Nobu Manchester groundbreaking ceremony
Formerly known as Viadux 2, the Nobu Manchester tower will include a hotel, restaurant and 450 apartments.
Nemetschek Group wins at Construction Computing Awards
The Nemetschek Group, a leading global provider of software solutions for the AEC/O and media industries, celebrated another success at this year’s Construction Computing Awards – affectionately known as “The Hammers” – in London. Nemetschek brands ALLPLAN, Graphisoft, and Vectorworks were honoured for their outstanding products.
Can circularity in construction become a reality?
Kaziwe Kaulule, managing director of Holcim UK’s aggregates and CDM divisions, explains how further embracing circularity in construction is an essential step towards making sustainable building practices the industry standard.
New home registrations up for third consecutive quarter, reports NHBC
Figures released today by the National House Building Council (NHBC), the UK’s largest provider of new home warranties and insurance, show 30,643 new homes were registered to be built in Q3 2025, up 8% on Q3 2024 (28,304).
Heat pump subsidies to be cut in upcoming budget
Sources speaking to the Guardian indicated that heat pump subsidies will be cut back significantly in efforts to make savings for the government- but industry voices have warned it will only slow down the transition from gas boilers.
Network Rail launches new property development company
Platform4, Network Rail’s new property development company, is expected to deliver 40,000 new homes and over 10 million sq ft of commercial space over the next ten years.