Change in Building Regulations could cost millions if not followed
New fire protection regulations are now in force. Jon Pagan, director of fire safety engineering at FIA, looks at what they mean for the construction industry
Bentley Systems reports continued growth and acquisitions
Bentley Systems has reported continued revenue growth, with strong growth in China and continued acquisitions.
Contractors fined after worker suffers life changing injuries
Contractors Weiser Construction Ltd and Complete Cladding Systems Ltd have both received large fines for safety breaches after a worker fell from height and suffered life-changing injuries.
L&G to develop its largest build to rent scheme in Wandsworth
Legal & General has exchanged contracts on two adjacent sites in Wandsworth which will combine to deliver its largest build to rent (BTR) scheme to date.
Case study: Wates breathes new life into V&A Museum
Wates Group’s construction of a £28m underground gallery and main entrance to London’s V&A Museum presented enormous challenges – but also brought huge rewards.
Blacklisted construction workers win £1.9m legal settlement
Unite the union has settled its historic blacklisting case against the construction companies who systematically ruined the lives of their workers.
IES: New model for visualising real-time energy data
Pioneering 3D community interaction model created by IES to visualise real-time energy data online and via 147inch touch screen
Bright future for construction innovation
CSIC recently became a delivery partner for the Construction innovation Hub and launched a project that could see homes built offsite by robots.
CIOB appoints Caroline Gumble as new chief executive
Caroline Gumble has been appointed as the new chief executive of the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) following the retirement of Chris Blythe OBE.
Construction earnings down by 1.6% in April
Weekly earnings for freelance tradespeople in the construction sector edged downward by 1.6% in April, according to latest figures released by Hudson Contract.
Plans submitted for Havering’s biggest regeneration programme
The first plans for Havering’s biggest regeneration programme has been submitted, marking a significant step forward for the scheme.
FARO laser scanner collects 3D digital map of Notre Dame
Art Graphique and Patrimoine have used FARO’s Focus S Laser Scanner series to perform emergency 3D digital mapping on the Notre Dame cathedral.
Future Places: A new vision for placemaking
Future Places have been announced as part of a unique partnership between local authorities, RIBA, the Royal Town Planning Institute and the Chartered Institute of Housing.
Bentley Systems acquires Keynetix for underground digital twins
Bentley Systems has acquired Keynetix, a UK-based provider of cloud-based software for capturing, visualising, modelling and sharing geotechnical data.
Diversification in housing: Why it matters
Amidst the housing crisis, the government’s present strategy of encouraging greater housing diversity should be commended.
Financing that helps you run your construction business
Flexible finance is a crucial element of doing business for many construction firms delivering much-needed homes, buildings and infrastructure. Aldermore’s range of bespoke products can help.
Japan’s biggest housebuilder enters UK market to boost modular housing
Japan’s largest housebuilder will move into the UK housing market after striking a deal with Urban Splash and Homes England to deliver modular housing.
Inverness Castle project takes step towards transformation
The Inverness Castle project has taken a step forward as the architect and creative director are appointed, leading the way for the transformation to begin.
Wernick to deliver modular teaching facility for Swansea University
Wernick is to construct a two-storey 60 module building on Swansea University’s Bay Campus using the latest innovations in modular design and build.
UK public buildings to add Changing Places toilets
New large public buildings in the UK are expected to add Changing Places toilets for severely disabled people, thanks to new government proposals.
Setting new standards in smoke control
David Mowatt, chairman of the Smoke Control Association, highlights the need to raise standards and levels of competency in relation to the design, installation and maintenance of smoke control systems in high-rise buildings.
IOSH urges prevention-first approach to mental health
Four in five British workers won’t discuss mental health problems with their boss because they fear being stigmatised and judged incapable, IOSH urges business to develop a "prevention-first" approach .
Innovating the built environment with digital twins
Matthew Durdin, director at Johnson Controls UK&I explores applications for digital twins in the built environment and how they can be implemented.
Scottish development creates largest EV infrastructure
A developer is “plugging in” to the surging demand for electric vehicles (EVs) by creating the most inclusive charging provision of any development built to date in Scotland.
Cavity wall insulation report released for Northern Ireland
Research into cavity wall insulation in social housing and private homes in Northern Ireland has been published.
BAM Nuttall wins Brent Cross South infrastructure contract
BAM Nuttall has been selected as the preferred infrastructure contractor for the Brent Cross South development by the joint venture established between Argent Related and Barnet Council.