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CIBSE’s ‘Building Performance Reimagined – What’s Next?’ event, brought together industry innovators at the Royal Society in London

CIBSE ‘Building Performance Reimagined – What’s Next?’ conference explores policy insights...

CIBSE’s recent conference, ‘Building Performance Reimagined – What’s Next?’, brought together senior engineers, architects, innovators and policymakers at the Royal Society in London to explore the evolving challenges and opportunities within building performance.
Essex, where the Lower Thames Crossing will reach

Lower Thames Crossing seeking one TBM for both tunnels

The JV in charge of the Lower Thames Crossing is now seeking one large TBM to dig both north and southbound tunnels.
Nottingham, one of the areas that falls under the new Homes England partnership

Homes England partnership milestone reached with EMCCA

The 10th Homes England partnership has been agreed with the EMCCA, allowing Homes England to better work with leaders in the East Midlands.
Builders can generate cost savings and health benefits for householders by ensuring their homes are well-insulated, says Actis

Actis reminds builders of cost-saving efficiencies to be made as winter...

With the recent cold snap a taste of the winter to come, Actis is reminding builders of the cost savings and health benefits they can generate for householders by ensuring their homes are well-insulated.
Desirable work spaces can leave buildings with accessibility issues

Drive for desirable work space risks favouring form over function

Ian Streets, managing director of About Access, shares thoughts on the dangers of prioritising appearances when building desirable work spaces.
Construction material costs are the number 1 threat to the industry

Construction material costs the single largest threat to the industry

A survey from SafeSite Facilities has found that most firms rate construction material costs as the biggest issue they face currently.
Habitation blocks around the project, which may have been involved in the Hinkley Point fire enforcement

Bylor JV served new Hinkley Point fire enforcement

The Office for Nuclear Regulation has served a Hinkley Point fire enforcement, adding to the pile of issues the development has faced.
Disabilities in construction do not prevent quality work

FMB calls for more support for workers with disabilities in construction

On World Disability Day, the Federation of Master Builders are calling for more inclusivity for workers with disabilities in construction.
Advantage Home Construction Insurance (AHCI) has announced access to new A-rated capacity, through their capacity partner Cadis MGA

Advantage Home Construction Insurance secures A-rated carrier capacity

Advantage Home Construction Insurance (AHCI) has announced access to new A-rated capacity, through their long standing capacity partner Cadis MGA.This marks one of the most significant milestones in the company’s history and strengthens its position as a leading provider of structural warranties and construction insurance across the UK.
Silhouette of team engineer using laptop to control work, crane, construction site.

Deltek launches new sustainable growth formula to power next wave of...

Deltek has published its new report “The Growth Blueprint” which highlights how professional services firms can scale smarter, win more work and boost profitability.
The Build Chain examines the changing shape of procurement- and why integrated procurement platforms are more than buzzwords

The rise of integrated procurement platforms

The Build Chain examines the changing shape of procurement- and why integrated procurement platforms are more than buzzwords.
Dublin city, the city with the highest amount of vacant commercial space, exacerbating the Irish housing shortage

While Irish housing shortage worsens, many offices stand empty

The Chartered Institute of Building has released new research finding that the Irish housing shortage could be aided via office conversions.
The Homes England infrastructure grant will allow Transport for London to improve bus links between new communities

Homes England infrastructure grant worth £23m to regenerate London

A new Homes England infrastructure grant has been awarded to Transport for London to support up to 30,000 new homes in London.

[Video] Enhancing safety with fire doors: A case study of Marina...

Watch how Fireco installed 29 fire doors at the Frances Taylor Foundation’s Marina Care Home in Hove, improving fire safety for residents and staff.
Group of young coworkers using computers in their group office, representing the new online appeals service

[VIDEO]Government launches new online appeal service for local planning authorities

The Planning Inspectorate has announced that the new online appeals service is now available to all local planning authorities (LPAs) in England.
UK road repair is set to receive billions by the end of this parliament

Autumn Budget allocating £7.3bn to UK road repair

Money has been put aside for every region in England to tackle at least some of the UK’s road repair backlog Many potholes are set...
Man with mouth nose mask and blue shirt and gloves n front of white wall with mold

How digital tools can help social landlords meet Awaab’s Law

Ben Wallbank, digital strategy and partnerships manager EMEA at Trimble, explains why the compliance challenge is as much about data as it is about maintenance and how digital technology can help housing providers stay in line with Awaab's Law.
AI and automation aren’t just buzzwords; they’re transforming how subcontractors source, compare, and purchase materials

How AI and automation are streamlining material buying

When it comes to buying materials, the construction industry is undergoing a major shift — one led by technology. AI and automation aren’t just buzzwords; they’re transforming how subcontractors source, compare, and purchase materials.
Mental health in construction is among the worst in any industry

The construction industry must step up to tackle the mental health...

Nicola Hodkinson, owner of Seddon Construction, shares why mental health in construction is particularly difficult for self-employed workers.
The Manchester town hall refurbishment will upgrade the Grade 1 listed building

Manchester town hall refurbishment to cost another £95m

The Manchester town hall refurbishment has been delayed again to 2027, with an extra £95m added to the budget.
The building safety backlog is being tackled nicely as Gateway 2 applications are slashed

Building safety backlog cut down as BSR attempts to keep promise

The building safety backlog of Gateway 2 applications has been slashed significantly, due to the BSR's new Fast Track Process.
SFS Group Fastening Technology has developed a new Centre Point System for installing flat panels across both steel and aluminium subframes

SFS Centre Point System launched to enhance accuracy, appearance and the...

Building on its well-founded reputation as a manufacturer of cladding support systems and high-performance fasteners, SFS Group Fastening Technology has developed an advance, user-friendly new Centre Point System for installing flat panels across both steel and aluminium subframes.
Contractors can’t afford to waste time on back-and-forth deliberation with subcontractors over valuations and supply chain payments

Shifting from spreadsheet stress: Grove Mechanical Services embraces technology to streamline...

The fast-paced nature of the mechanical and electrical (M&E) sector and the pressure to shorten project deadlines means contractors can’t afford to spend unnecessary time on administrative tasks or on back-and-forth deliberation with subcontractors over valuations and supply chain payments.
Photo taken in London, United Kingdom, representing the need for a warm homes plan

Actis pushes for speedy Warm Homes Plan publication following budget move

This week’s budget announcement that a scheme designed to fund energy efficiency measures for those on low incomes will not be renewed next year means the government’s delayed Warm Homes Plan must be published in early 2026, says insulation specialist Actis.
JP Morgan's new Canary Wharf HQ would house 12,000 staff and be the biggest office building in London, for around £3bn

JP Morgan reveals plans for biggest office building in London

JP Morgan's new Canary Wharf HQ would house 12,000 staff and be the biggest office building in London, for around £3bn.
Glasgow, the home of the Glasgow Chinatown shopping centre

Plans for £160m Glasgow Chinatown redevelopment unveiled

Plans for a redevelopment of the Glasgow Chinatown shopping centre have been revealed with a £160m investment.