World’s first bridge made with CO₂-neutral concrete revealed
Paebbl and Heijmans have unveiled a 'world first' showcase of a 7 metre pedestrian bridge, containing 75% circular raw materials, with no primary sand or gravel.
Nature crisis in construction highlighted by wildlife organisations
The nature crisis in construction is at risk of becoming a catastrophe if recommendations from the NRR are adopted.
The UK carbon management revolution: opportunities and risk in focus
A new report from Re-flow examines the challenges and opportunities of carbon management in the UK infrastructure sector.
Pick Everard achieves fire safety assurance on Salford high-rise buildings
Pick Everard have achieved fire safety assurance certification on two high-rise buildings in Salford, Manchester.
Time to change tactics around tactile paving
A trip to the most heavily populated city in the world might be an extreme way of demonstrating it, but the use of tactile paving isn’t always the right solution when it comes to aiding accessibility.
Grange Farm Development receives Secured by Design Gold
One of South Harrow’s most notorious housing estates is undergoing a major regeneration.
Industry welcomes Warm Homes Plan promise of £15bn for sustainable solutions
The ‘Warm Homes Plan’ will deliver £15bn of public investment, roll out upgrades to up to 5 million homes that could save them hundreds on energy bills and help to lift up to a million families out of fuel poverty by 2030.
HBF report shows widening gap in UK home ownership
UK home ownership is facing ever increasing challenges according to a new HBF report, including affordability gaps and high deposit needs.
Five hot topics for surveyors in spring 2026
Jen Lemen writes for PBC Today again, presenting the top five hot topics for surveyors as construction gets underway into 2026.
Newcastle-under-Lyme town centre regeneration gains £18.94m funding package
Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council’s plans for the town centre include regenerating Ryecroft, Astley Place and the Midway car park, bringing 328 new homes, retail and businesses.
Actis awarded silver medal for sustainability and CSR
Insulation specialist Actis has been awarded a silver medal by a leading global sustainability and corporate social responsibility organisation.
Identifying risks in construction with AI
Much of the talk around AI in construction has focused on anticipated productivity gains but arguably the greatest transformation could lie in how risk is identified, decisions are justified and responsibility is allocated, writes Mark Macaulay of Dentons.
Chinese embassy plans approved, despite security concerns
The UK government has approved controversial plans for the new Chinese embassy complex on the Royal Mint Court site near Tower Bridge.
More than 40% of construction businesses have failed in last half...
New data analysis from Witan Solicitors has revealed that construction business failure rates are still high.
£20m given to support Ukrainian infrastructure repair
In the first anniversary of its 100 Year Partnership, the UK has given £20m to put towards Ukrainian infrastructure repair.
Water White Paper to overhaul UK water system
The Water White Paper sets out powers for the new regulator, delivering tougher oversight and stronger accountability for water companies.
Mace Construct rebrand incoming as company shifts for 2026
A Mace Construct rebrand is on the way this year, as it drifts further from its companion company, Mace Consult, following its acquisition.
Kay Slade joins Balfour Beatty as UK Regional Civils managing director
Effective from February 2026, Kay Slade will take over from Mark Arrandale, who has been serving as interim managing director of UK Regional Civils since October 2025.
World’s largest luffing crane begins work in Walsall
The world's largest luffing crane, the Marr Contracting M2480D, has been deployed to work on the Walsall Energy Recovery Facility.
Mayor announces £2bn new homes plan for Liverpool
Liverpool regional mayor Steve Rotherham has announced a £2bn housing plan to deliver over 63,000 new homes across 300+ sites.
Darlington Government Hub begins construction
The Darlington Government Hub had its ground breaking ceremony last week, led by Rachel Reeves, as the five-storey building begins work.
UK construction in 2026 – A turn up for the books?
Jon Hart, partner at infrastructure law firm, Pinsent Masons LLP, provides some prognostications for UK construction in 2026.
New bamboo structure design manual published by Institution of Structural Engineers
A new design manual about permanent bamboo structures has been published by the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE).
Last chance to join us at BEYOND ‘26 LIVE
Taking place on Wednesday 25 February at the Coventry Building Society Arena, this must-attend event offers something for everyone involved in new home construction.
Safety without slow-downs: use Known Hazards and Geo Alerts for smarter...
Re-flow have introduced two new safety features to their field management software – ‘Known Hazards’ and ‘Geo Alerts’ – designed to make compliance effortless.
National women construction site standard launched
A women in construction site standard has been launched at the House of Lords by Women in Construction to improve standards.