Innovative net-zero energy homes to tackle fuel poverty in Exeter
A groundbreaking project to retrofit energy measures in existing properties to create net-zero energy homes is being piloted in Exeter.
Weather and climate data within BIM for safe and efficient construction
The Met Office and BIM today have been looking at the integration of weather and climate data across the construction project lifecycle. In this edition, we look at the next step of how data can be used to support the project delivery and build.
Plans submitted for employment scheme on Lymedale Business Park
Cole Waterhouse has submitted a planning application for the development of a 15-acre employment site on the Lymedale Business Park, Newcastle-Under-Lyme.
Investigation launched into MEWP collision in Rochford
The Rail Accident Investigation Branch has launched an investigation into the collision of two mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs) on a rail maintenance job in Essex.
Fire safety knowledge remains ‘inadequate’ post-Grenfell, study shows
A third of construction professionals believe the industry still has ‘inadequate’ knowledge and training around fire safety, according to a study carried out by a quantity surveying student at Birmingham City University.
Major Mayfield regeneration scheme gets the green light
The Mayfield regeneration scheme, which will see the transformation of a 26-acre derelict site, has been unanimously approved by Manchester City Council.
JCB cuts production as coronavirus outbreak impacts suppliers
Construction equipment manufacturer, JCB will cut production at its UK factories as a result of the coronavirus outbreak impacting suppliers in China.
UK construction earnings on EU investments dwindle post-Brexit
The UK construction sector has seen earnings on its investments in the EU plummet since the Brexit vote with profits dropping 95%, analysis of the latest ONS data has revealed.
Skanska secures £240m commercial building contract in London
Skanska has secured a £240m commercial building contract to construct 20 Ropemaker Street in Central London for Great Elm Assets Limited.
Engineering company fined £20k for failing to control dermatitis risk
Lymington Precision Engineers Co. has been fined after failing to control the risk of its employees developing dermatitis following exposure to metalworking fluid.
Construction firm fined £18k after worker takes a tumble
Construction company, Greens Property Developments, has been fined £18,000 after a worker fell from a platform and broke his wrist.
Heron Bros to deliver multi-million pound Grade A office in Belfast
Construction company, Heron Bros, has been awarded a multi-million pound contract to deliver Grade A office space in Belfast.
Mace wins Extreme Photonics Applications Centre in Oxfordshire
The Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) has selected Mace to deliver its Extreme Photonics Applications Centre on the Harwell campus in Oxfordshire.
Vattenfall wins Midlothian Council energy partnership
Midlothian Council, which has declared a Climate Emergency, has appointed Vattenfall as the preferred bidder for its energy partnership.
Esther McVey ousted from housing minister role
As part of the prime minister's cabinet reshuffle, Esther McVey has been removed from her role as housing minister.
London Mayor to boost diversity in infrastructure
A new report commissioned by City Hall revealed women, people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds, disabled and LGBTQ+ Londoners are significantly underrepresented in the industry.
Part L proposals ‘don’t go far enough’ to meet climate targets,...
The proposed changes to Part L and Part F building regulations do not go far enough, as the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) urges Government to embed embodied carbon targets.
New training programme to address cavity wall failure
National trade body, Property Care Association has launched a new training programme, ‘Defects in Cavity Construction’ to address modern challenges in an age-old construction technique.
GroupBC’s CDE to facilitate digital information at Birmingham Airport
GroupBC’s common data environment (CDE) will be at the heart of the expansion of Birmingham Airport, enabling optimum document and digital information management.
F M Conway suspended from Prompt Payment Code
Infrastructure services company, F M Conway has been suspended from the Prompt Payment Code for failing to pay suppliers on time, the Chartered Institute of Credit Management (CICM) has revealed.
Amey appoints Neil Pullen as new business director
Amey, the infrastructure management and investment company has appointed Neil Pullen as business director of its utilities water south business.
New process to make adjudication more accessible for SME’s
A new adjudication procedure is to be published on 18 March to provide a simple and cost-effective process to make adjudication more accessible for SME’s.
UK’s ‘largest’ modular neighbourhood gets the nod
The second phase of Cambridgeshire’s Northstowe town scheme has been given the go-ahead, as the village of Inholm is set to become one of the UK’s largest modular neighbourhoods.
Retrofit of buildings crucial to meet net-zero targets, says research
Retrofitting existing buildings to make them more energy efficient is critical if the UK is to hit 2050 net-zero carbon targets, new research from WSP has revealed.
Kier wins £15m Spen Valley leisure centre in West Yorkshire
Procured through the YORbuild2 framework, Kier has been appointed by Kirklees Council to deliver the £15m Spen Valley leisure centre in Liversedge, West Yorkshire.
Timber frame market to surpass £800m in 2020
Sales of timber homes and buildings will reach £800m in 2020 as growth in timber frame housebuilding outpaces traditional construction methods.