“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.
Chimney towers crown centerpiece of new Birmingham City Football Club stadium...
Part of the proposed Birmingham Sports Quarter, the new Birmingham City Football stadium would seat 62,000.
RTPI publishes how Autumn Budget can provide support for UK planners
The RTPI has reiterated their wishes for the Autumn Budget, and how it can improve support for UK planners.
FMB calls for scrapping of the landfill tax exemption
The Federation of Master Builders have stated that the proposal for the landfill exemption tax removal must be reconsidered for SME's.
Devolution and delivery: Strategic authorities’ role in housing and skills provision
Tim Reid, customer relationship director at NHBC, shines a spotlight on the latest English devolution proposal and its potential impact on housing delivery
Payapps’ innovative payment technology rewarded with award success
Payapps, an Autodesk company and one of the UK’s leading suppliers of automated application for payment software, saw off strong competition to be ‘Highly Commended’ in the prestigious Payment Technology award category at this year’s Global Fintech Awards.
Smarter, greener, more connected: Nemetschek Group highlights AI and digital twins...
Artificial intelligence, including emerging agentic AI capabilities, is rapidly reshaping the way we design, build, and operate our built environment, as the Nemetschek Group will explore at BIM World Munich.
New Homes England Impact and Places Partnership established
Homes England have entered into the Impact and Place Partnership with Swiss Life Asset Managers and Capital&Centric.
Deltek unveils intelligent platform innovations that elevate the project lifecycle
Deltek®, the intelligent platform for project-based businesses, has unveiled its next-generation platform and brand evolution at Deltek ProjectCon 2025, the company’s annual customer conference.
Edinburgh homes gain Secured by Design’s top award
A development of new homes in Mayfield, Dalkeith, has gained the highest award given by Secured by Design (SBD), the national police crime prevention initiative, for incorporating crime prevention techniques into the layout and landscaping and the physical security of buildings.
A fifth of planners leaving the profession with no replacements
The latest RTPI survey finds that 20% of planners leaving the profession in the next three years have no clear replacement.
Turning up the dial on infrastructure delivery
In recent years, the delivery of major infrastructure projects has been plagued by spiralling costs, stop-start decision making and public apathy. Sam Gould, director of policy and external affairs at the Institution of Civil Engineers, examines what needs to change
Using AI responsibly in the surveying profession
RICS has launched a new, landmark global standard on the responsible use of AI.
Beyond innovation: specifiers call for education, quality and clarity in MMC...
At this year’s Specifier Summit 2025, hosted by BCM Agency, one theme resonated across every discussion: the appetite for innovation is strong, but confidence and understanding still lag behind.
Building safety regulations: A new era of accountability and competence in...
The Building Safety Act (BSA) 2022 and its subsequent regulatory framework mark the most comprehensive overhaul of construction safety in decades—reshaping how buildings are designed, constructed, and maintained.
Environmental housing report supports government 1.5m homes target
The EAC's environmental housing report suggests that the government's targets are achievable, but more work is needed.
“Default yes” for planning permission for homes near train stations announced
The government has announced a "default yes" planning permission for homes near train stations, pending certain criteria.
Glenigan Autumn Forecast predicts UK construction to return to growth in...
Glenigan's UK Construction Industry Autumn Forecast 2026-2027 shows significant recovery across the sector, with housebuilding activity still predicted to rise by almost a fifth in 2027.
HBF call for return of Help to Buy scheme to support...
The Home Builders Federation has released a new report highlighting the benefits of the former Help to Buy scheme.
Assent Building Control collapse: causes, consequences, and industry challenges
The sudden collapse of Assent Building Control, one of the UK’s largest private building control firms, has sent shockwaves through the construction sector.
Take a step back to look forward: 2025 in MMC and...
Trudi Sully of Mott MacDonald casts her eye over the MMC and offsite sector's positive progress towards industrialised construction.
From data to dividends: turning information into impact
Will Brown, CFO at Re-flow, examines how choosing the right, data-driven management software could save your company millions.
Industry leaders join forces to support construction mental health code
The FMB has joined the BMF and CLC to support the creation of a construction mental health code of conduct.
Costain secures another five year nuclear services contract with EDF
Costain has signed a £75m contract with EDF, continuing the nuclear services it has been providing since 2017 up to 2030.
Industry leader warns against Autumn Budget construction tax rises
Terry Paterson, commercial director for EPD, has voiced warnings that rises in construction tax rises may just prevent growth.
Mace Consult picks up Zoe Price as Europe MD
Zoe Price was chief executive of ISG over the final six months before its collapse in September 2024.