University of Cambridge joins CCBP Academic Advisory Group
The University of Cambridge’s Department of Engineering and the Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership have joined the Centre for Construction Best Practice’s Academic Advisory Group. The partnership reinforces the centre’s ambition to strengthen collaboration between industry and academia through evidence-based research in the built environment.
AI is not about cutting-edge; it’s human-centric technology
In AI, it’s not about simply being cutting-edge; it’s about designing human-centric technology built around real people and their daily workflows, says Charles Sheridan, chief data & AI officer at Nemetschek Group.
Welsh cowboy builders cost £239m, FMB investigation finds
The Federation of Master Builders is once again calling for a builder licensing scheme, as they find that Welsh cowboy builders cost homeowners millions.
Breaking down barriers: How digital collaboration can unlock offsite housing delivery
Is the construction industry ready to transform – or just talking about it? A recent Trimble-panel discussion hosted by the Offsite Alliance brought together industry experts to explore how offsite construction methods can deliver on the UK’s (very) ambitious housing targets, the value of the “kit of parts” approach and the move to industrialised construction.
The Building Safety Act: Clarity, accountability and better buildings
The Building Safety Act is the biggest suite of improvements to building and fire safety in living memory. Implementing it is challenging for both the government and industry. Experts from the multidisciplinary construction consultancy Watts Group advise about how to respond effectively and deliver future-proof buildings.
Government Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) consultation opens
The government Construction Industry Scheme has launched, seeking feedback on proposed changes to come into effect in April.
BSR makes record Gateway 2 decisions shortly before excision from HSE
The Health and Safety Executive has released an update on behalf of the Building Safety Regulator regarding Gateway 2 decisions.
Improved retrofit outcomes highlighted in new NRH report
A new report from the National Retrofit Hub has shown that using SMETER-HTC before projects can deliver improved retrofit outcomes.
Kier announces new infrastructure division and key appointments
A new infrastructure division at Kier sets the company up for further growth, alongside key senior appointments.
Accessibility by design: What construction can learn from film
In this reflective piece, Ian Streets, NRAC Consultant, About Access, explores how powerful short films can challenge attitudes to disability by turning the accessibility conversation on its head. Drawing on past and present examples, he considers why the message that “the world is harder when it’s not designed for you” still resonates today.
National Timber Systems saved from administration
National Timber Systems has been bought by Premier Forest Products, saving 160 jobs as the company is pulled from administration.
144th RICS president chosen for 2026
Nick is bringing around 30 years of experience to the role of president of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), having served as chair of the CBRE Middle East and North Africa Region.
A year in construction & engineering: On the brink of AI...
Kenny Ingram, VP of C&E and Chris Knight, global industry director, C&E, IFS explore why the construction industry is yet to embrace AI adoption- and the benefits it could be missing out on.
Vectorworks highlights 2026 industry trends shaping the future of design
Vectorworks, Inc., reveals its 2026 industry trend insights, outlining the key forces set to define the architecture, interior architecture, landscape architecture and design, and live events industries.
Deltek’s CISO Rebecca Harness makes her predictions for 2026
Rebecca Harness, CISO at Deltek, lays out her predictions for the built environment in 2026.
The dangers of construction dust: interview with CIOB researcher
PBC Today interviewed researcher Dr Scott McGibbon and campaigner Athol Hill regarding the dangers of construction dust and silica.
[VIDEO] Two key HS2 viaducts completed over Christmas
Two key HS2 viaducts near Water Orton have been completed, allowing work to begin over other major roads into the new year.
New Homes Week 2026 theme announced
The Home Builders Federation (HBF) has announced the theme for New Homes Week 2026, with the 'Power to Move' taking centre stage.
Your top stories of 2025 on PBC Today
Building backlogs, bribery and business collapses- read more about this year's top ten stories on PBC Today.
Making scaffolding more sustainable
Shin Nakamura, President of one to ONE Holdings Pte. Ltd, explores how Japan is taking the international lead on making scaffolding more sustainable.
Trade Remedies Authority (TRA) upholds decision on Chinese excavator anti-dumping duties
After a request to reconsider imposing anti-dumping duties, the TRA is maintaining the decision on Chinese excavator anti-dumping duties.
House of Lords Committee report on high-risk buildings used CIOB evidence
The CIOB has revealed the evidence and recommendations it made to the House of Lords Committee's inquiry into the BSR's Gateway 2 delays.
New clear insulation material could make windows much more efficient
Physicists at the University of Colorado Boulder have created a clear insulation material called Mesoporous Optically Clear Heat Insulator, or MOCHI.
In numbers: how infrastructure businesses use field management software
When we talk about innovation, sometimes it’s the smaller repeated tasks that, when streamlined, deliver the biggest impact- especially when it comes to field management software.
NFB backs plans to build UK’s first new city in 50...
The National Federation of Builders (NFB) is backing plans to build the UK’s first city in over 50 years saying it will enable growth, help solve the housing crisis and create something as “well loved as the NHS”.
UK housebuilding viability at a 15 year low, according to HBF
UK housebuilding viability is at its lowest in 15 years due to decreasing confidence, approval rates, and increasing costs.