Low-income families at risk as government cuts Energy Company Obligation (ECO)...
In the Autumn Budget, the Energy Company Obligation scheme was quietly set to be cut from March 2026, triggering anger in the retrofit sector.
Heralding a new era of active model-based planning
White paper reveals how planning teams can visualise construction sequences and identify clashes before they become on-site problems.
Research finds AI in modular buildings can drastically cut energy waste
New research has discovered that using AI in modular buildings can reduce user-driven energy waste by up to 87%.
SME firms “overwhelmed” by building safety act, say BESA
The BESA spoke at the London Build Expo and used research to highlight the struggles SME firms face with the Building Safety Act.
Construction industry bodies react to Autumn Budget 2025
Yesterday, Rachel Reeves delivered the Autumn Budget 2025, putting an end to speculation. Here, we have compiled several industry reactions.
New interim Planning Inspectorate chief executive announced
A new interim Planning Inspectorate chief executive has been announced in Graham Stallwood, until a new permanent replacement is found.
Building a strong AI blueprint starts with smarter questions
Generative AI should augment, not replace, human decision-making - but it can only do so with the right blueprint, writes Gaku Ueda, CEO of Mode.
Home building Masterclass series reaches 15,000 delegate milestone
A Home Builders Federation (HBF) initiative, the NHBC Masterclass series offers fully funded training courses delivered by experts in their field covering roofing, bricklaying and dry lining. Aimed at professional tradespeople looking to keep up to date with the latest industry practices, they provide practical skills and improved knowledge to support the delivery of high-quality new homes.
Austria’s largest airport adopts digital twin platform
Vienna Airport is adopting a digital twin to optimise operations and asset management across its facilities at all stages of their lifecycle
Autumn Budget 2025: “Getting spades in the ground and cranes in...
The much anticipated Autumn 2025 Budget has been announced- read more about what it means for UK construction here.
[VIDEO] Heathrow’s third runway plan wins out over Arora
The Department for Transport has chosen the more expensive proposal for a third runway at Heathrow Airport, selecting the airport's own £33bn plan over the Arora Group, which was expected to cost slightly over £25bn.
Oldest residential tower in Edinburgh faces £20m remediation works- or demolition
At 73 years old, Westfield Court is the oldest residential tower in Edinburgh- but is now facing a vote from the Council on remediation or demolition.
Company fined over £16,000 after employee fell from height
A company has been fined £16,650 after one of their workers fell from height through an unprotected skylight opening.
HBF: The chancellor’s Autumn Budget must prioritise housing viability and first-time...
Emma Ramell of the Home Builders Federation (HBF) discusses why first-time buyer support will be make-or-break for the housebuilding industry.
Autodesk reaches 150m students and educators worldwide with free software and...
Autodesk has provided its software and technology free to more than 150m students and educators worldwide, the company has announced.
62% of Britons do not like the idea of moving to...
Moving to new towns is still an unpopular idea among the British population, finds a new poll by YouGov, with 62% not liking the idea.
Plans submitted for Phase 2 of massive Port One Technology Park...
Plans for the second phase of the Port One Technology Park expansion, which, when completed, will feature research and innovation focused primarily on vertical farming and food production, as well as green energy, AI, and logistics, has been submitted.
Is the UK’s construction culture crushing the talent pipeline?
Evelyn Long, industry expert and editor in chief of Renovated Magazine, discusses how the UK's construction culture holds back recruitment.
Why ATV chose configurable field operations software
From a distance, there seems to be a lot of options when it comes to field operations software – but frequently the choice is clinched by unexpected benefits that go beyond the initial wishlist.
Industry bodies call for continued Warm Homes Plan funding
Following rumours that Warm Homes Plan funding may be cut in the Autumn Budget, industry bodies have written to the chancellor.
Survey highlights “digital disconnect” in real estate technology adoption
Despite the hype surrounding AI, automation and analytics, most property teams still rely on manual spreadsheets, gut feelings and disconnected systems to manage their assets, according to a new report.
Why digital modelling must start at the policy stage
If governments do not model before they promise major infrastructure projects, they risk promising what they can never deliver, warns Dan Ashton of Proicere Digital.
Northern Irish construction costs affecting homeowners, say FMB
The Federation of Master Builders' latest survey finds that Northern Irish construction costs are pricing out many homeowners.
Building Consents: Whatever your project, we can help
Building Consents' Building Control Approvers help you to get your design right the first time, saving you time and expense.
Ireland’s offsite manufacturing sector: “We have capacity. What our members need...
Denise Tuffy of the Smart Offsite Association on the promise – and precarity – of Ireland’s offsite manufacturing sector.
“A pivotal moment” – Why the government must support UK masonry
We interviewed Keith Aldis, chairman of the Masonry Association of Great Britain, to discuss the state of UK masonry.