Seven RAAC hospital reparations to miss re-opening target
The New Hospitals programme is now likely to miss targets for RAAC hospital repairs, but the programme is making good progress overall.
Giant crawler crane coming to UK
The LR12500-1.0 has a max-rated load capacity of 2,500 tonnes, with a maximum hoist height of 200 metres and a operating reach up to 180 metres.
Homes England gives Yorkshire Homes accelerator loan
Homes England have granted Yorkshire Homes an accelerator loan to allow them to build a 21-home development more effectively.
Professional practical experience consultation launched by ARB
The Architects Registration Board (ARB) has launched a consultation on proposed changes to professional practical experience (PPE), to improve fair and consistent access to high-quality experience for future architects.
New town homes expansion confirmed by Homes England
Homes England and Summix have confirmed a new towns home expansion for the planned Wychavon Town in Worcestershire.
Ideagen launches free Email Management ROI Calculator: Calculate your cost savings...
New tool enables organisations to instantly quantify the business impact of automated email management.
ONS stats for November 2025 shows another drop
The ONS stats for November 2025 show the effects of the pre-Autumn Budget jitters as output drops by 1.3% in that month.
New Suffolk EV charge points first to be funded by LEVI
CPO Believ have built the first Suffolk EV charge points to be funded by the governments Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure scheme.
ECITB board member to lead training body supporting Nuclear Skills Plan
The Engineering Construction Industry Training Board’s (ECITB) Thomas Docherty has been appointed as the new chair of the National Nuclear Provider Coordinating Body (NNPCB).
Addressing the love/hate relationship with energy infrastructure
Dermot Scanlon, technical director - major infrastructure at Lanpro, discusses the effects of NIMBY-ism on building new energy infrastructure.
ICW: Supporting housebuilders and developers to deliver quality new homes
As the housebuilding industry faces ongoing challenges, delivering high-quality new homes remains a priority. ICW supports housebuilders and developers with A-rated structural warranties and expert guidance to help drive quality and manage risk.
Car park home redevelopment presented as European first
Newcastle-Under-Lyme will be home to a European first car park home redevelopment, saving embodied carbon and shortening development time.
Company and director fined nearly £20k after failing to comply with...
Vasilis Paraskeva and his London-based company, VNP Constructions Limited, have been fined nearly £20,000 in total after failing to comply with enforcement notices.
DfE research shows overwhelmingly positive public opinion on construction
The Department for Educations (DfE) has launched a new campaign promoting recruitment and training to match public opinion on construction.
Updated Northern Powerhouse Rail plans promise new major route
New Northern Powerhouse Rail plans detail a new line from Manchester to Liverpool, as well as several upgrades to lines between major cities.
Building smarter: Five IT trends set to shape construction in 2026
John Dawson, director at Creative ITC, explores how shifting global politics, new standards of cybersecurity and the ever expanding applications of AI will change construction IT practices in 2026.
Rewiring the real estate sector: The industry report
Property and facility managers face greater challenges than ever before. How can technology help and what is holding them back?
The hidden ROI of job scheduling software: faster decisions, accurate planning,...
Re-flow explores why providing smart scheduling software for your teams can yield significant financial benefits.
Specifiers should focus on ‘fabric first’ as GB celebrates record renewables,...
With snow on the ground across large parts of Great Britain this week, combined with news that 2025 was a record year for renewables, insulation specialist Actis is reminding architects and specifiers that the key to an energy efficient home lies in prioritising the fabric of a building.
January 2026 construction index sees a bittersweet ending for 2025
The Glenigan January 2026 construction index shows ups and downs moving into 2026, with some projects up and others down.
Demolition worker killed in worksite tragedy
A 36-year-old father of six has lost his life in an incident on a demolition site in Paisley, Renfrewshire. The demolition worker, named Derek Russell, was injured whilst working on the Waverley Road regeneration project.
Tower crane drivers plan strike at end of month
Around 90 tower crane drivers at crane rental company Wolffkran are planning a series of strikes at the end of January over pay disputes.
Homes England financing package to fund SME housebuilders
A new Homes England financing deal will fund further housebuilding for Allison Homes in the Midlands and South West.
AI in the built environment: The future will not wait
Small and global firms pay price for inaction on AI adoption – while mid-size companies reap the rewards, writes Maryrose Lyons, founder of the AI Institute.
Gleeds secures spot on DfE’s Technical Advisor Services framework
Gleeds has been selected for the Department for Education’s (DfE) nationwide Technical Advisor Services 2025 framework.
Ideagen launches free digital summit to help AEC firms unlock hidden...
Ideagen, a leading provider of information management software, announces Activate 365, a free digital summit designed to help AEC professionals maximize their Microsoft 365 investment without additional software costs.