BSRIA extends UKAS accreditation for domestic hot water heat pumps
BSRIA has successfully extended the scope of its UKAS accreditation to include testing of domestic hot water heat pumps in accordance with BS EN 16147:2017.
Homes Act 2018: Is dampness back in the spotlight?
The new Homes Act will see the issue of damp and mould put firmly on the radar but, says James Berry, technical manager of the PCA.
Construction company fined £30,000 after work at height failings
A construction company based in Lincolnshire has been sentenced after an employee was seriously injured after a fall through a fragile roof.
SFPSG launches guide for safe use of dumpers
The Strategic Forum Plant Safety Group (SFPSG) has launched a Good Practice Guide for the Safe Use of Dumpers to address injuries and fatalities associated with the use of dumpers.
Weston Homes to deliver housing on Cambridge Military Hospital
Weston Homes has acquired the Grade II listed Cambridge Military Hospital in Aldershot to deliver a £60m residential conversion project.
GMB welcomes Peabody U-turn to auction off social housing
GMB has welcomed the decision by Peabody Housing Trust not to auction off social housing in Tower Hamlets and to instead allocate it to families on the waiting list.
CMA disqualifies 3 fit-out firm directors
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has secured the disqualification of 3 former directors of office fit-out companies for their involvement in illegal cartel behaviour.
‘World-first’ BBA Certificate for innovative construction membranes
Unique construction membranes proven to protect against moisture and in-ground environmental hazards have set new standards following certification by the British Board of Agrément (BBA).
CCS reveals 24 suppliers chosen for £1.2bn Modular Building framework
The Crown Commercial Service (CCS) has chosen the 24 suppliers for its newly-launched £1.2bn Modular Buildings Solutions framework.
ISG tops contractors league table for April
ISG has topped the contractors league table for April 2019 thanks to eight construction contracts awarded totalling £350m, according to the latest Top 50 League Tables.
Building Regulations: Why they’re no longer fit for purpose
Adrian Judd, director of Steico, argues Building Regulations need to tighten up so that we build healthy buildings.
Study: ‘Over-design’ of UK buildings driving energy consumption
Heating, cooling and electrical systems regularly designed with up to 50% more electrical capacity than they will ever need, according to a study led by Ramboll.
Business park development to bring 2,500 jobs to Durham
A new multi-million pound business park development in Durham could see the creation of more than 2,500 jobs in the County if planning permission is granted.
Architect proposes eco-friendly garden for redesigned Notre Dame
Following the fire that damaged Paris’ Notre Dame Cathedral, architect Vincent Callebaut has revealed design plans that bring together ‘science, art and spirituality'.
The use of admixtures to waterproof concrete: Part 6
James McDonald of Cementaid discusses the testing process for water-resisting admixtures.
Heathrow Hub seeks process to appeal High Court Judgement
Heathrow Hub, the independent proposal for expanding Heathrow Airport, has commenced the process to appeal the High Court Judgement handed down on 1 May 2019.
Benefits of light steel framing
Andrew Way, an associate director at the Steel Construction Institute, discusses how light steel framing can deliver fast, adaptable and cost-effective buildings.
Wood wins $1bn nuclear design and engineering contract
Wood has secured a new contract worth up to $1bn to provide nuclear design and engineering services to Sellafield Ltd over the next 20 years.
Groundbreaking BBA chair ready to step into next role
Over the past three years, Valerie Owen OBE has led the British Board of Agrément. As she nears the end of her tenure, she talks to PBC Today about Hackitt, Brexit, value engineering, and the rise of Modern Methods of Construction.
Government to fund £200m cladding replacement
The government has stepped in to cover the £200m bill to speed up crucial cladding replacement on around 170 private high-rise buildings.
Barratt Developments on track for the year
Barratt Developments has issued its latest trading statement from 1 January to 5 May 2019, revealing the outlook for the year is above the board’s expectations.
Environment Agency urges new approach to coastal and flood resilience
The Environment Agency has said ‘we cannot win a war against water’ by building higher flood defences and has urged a new approach to ensure coastal and flood resilience.
How do digital twins impact entire cities?
Ton de Vries sits down with PBC Today to discuss the digital twin concept and how it could impact the construction of individual buildings.
Homes England appoints specialists to new frameworks
Specialists have been appointed to three new frameworks which will enable procurement of up to £30m of professional technical services to support housing delivery,
Hudson Contract to promote Construction Industry Helpline
Hudson Contract is shining a light on the Construction Industry Helpline available to freelance tradespeople and their families suffering from mental health or financial problems.
A new approach to managing the historic environment
Barbara Cummins, director of heritage at Historic Environment Scotland, discusses the new planning policy for Scotland.