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The Big Construction Debate discussed key issues in the industry

The Labour Conference’s ‘Big Construction Debate’ tackles issues within the industry

The Big Construction Debate tackled major construction issues, including the skills gap and low delivery rates.
The interim chief construction adviser will advise on building safety

New chief construction adviser appointed by MHCLG

The Ministry of Housing, Community & Local Government have appointed Thouria Istephan, an architect, as the new chief construction adviser.
isa Liu (Regional Director, Glodon Singapore), Luke Wu (Managing Director, The GEAR), Wataru Matsumoto (Vice President, Glodon Company Limited), and Dr. Chae Soungho (Chief Research Engineer, KaTRIS, Kajima Corporation) | Photo credit: The GEAR by Kajima

Glodon International and The Gear agree partnership to advance digital construction...

China's Glodon International has agreed a strategic partnership with Kajima Group's open innovation platform The Gear to promote the use of smart technologies and skills development in the built environment.
As the UK continues to pursue stronger trade relations with the US, Build Warranty explores the potential boost on UK housebuilding

From trade to timber: how stronger US–UK relations could fuel a...

As the UK continues to pursue stronger trade relations with the US, Build Warranty explores the potential boost on UK housebuilding.
The Construction Mental Health Framework aims to open up conversations on site

Construction mental health framework revealed by Mindflow

Mindflow have released a new construction mental health framework to help firms commit to improving their workers mental health.
This autumn, the UK’s built environment community will come together for a very special edition of UK Construction Week Birmingham

Celebrate 10 Years of Innovation at UK Construction Week Birmingham 2025

Taking place on 30 September – 2 October 2025 at NEC Birmingham, this year marks a decade of driving progress, showcasing innovation, and shaping the future of the built environment.
The Construction Certainty Index shows the global industry will lose trillions to uncertainty

$2.5 trillion of projected construction activity lost to uncertainty

A new Construction Certainty Index has been published by Currie & Browne, highlighting the risks uncertainty poses to the industry.
Balfour Beatty has announced the appointment of Joanna Vezey, who will join the Group in December 2025 as MD of its UK Highways business

Joanna Vezey to become managing director of Balfour Beatty UK Highways...

Balfour Beatty has today announced the appointment of Joanna Vezey who will join the Group in December 2025 as managing director of its UK Highways business.
First Minister John Swinney opening the Energy Transition Skills Hub

Scotland’s largest Energy Transition Skills Hub opens

Scotland’s largest Energy Transition Skills Hub has officially opened in Aberdeen, showcasing a state-of-the-art welding academy, an advanced manufacturing zone, and pioneering digital training suites designed for the technologies of the future.
Glider has been ranked fifth in the BusinessCloud PropTech 50 list for 2025, rising up from placing 23rd in 2024

Glider Technology ranked fifth in BusinessCloud’s PropTech 50 2025

Glider, a leading provider of asset information management and digital handover solutions for the built environment, has been ranked fifth in the BusinessCloud PropTech 50 list for 2025.
AI Chip technology concept. 3D render, representing AI adoption

AI adoption without fear: a practical perspective from AMC Bridge

Igor Tsinman, president of AMC Bridge, explores how artificial intelligence (AI) adoption is no longer a distant promise—it is a present-day imperative.
The HS2 M6 Viaduct on its sliding journey

[VIDEO] HS2 M6 viaduct slide completed early

The first of two HS2 M6 viaduct's has been slid into place across the motorway, with the East Deck ending its journey nine hours early.
Construction industry collaboration is key for project delivery, says Kalliopi Florides

The importance of construction industry collaboration for project delivery

Kalliopi Florides, director at Kitall, answers questions on the importance of construction industry collaboration.
AI and automation both offer exciting opportunities for planning in construction, but they all rely on one thing: structured, consistent data

From reactive to predictive: Why structured planning data is the key...

Predictive dashboards, AI and automation all offer exciting opportunities for construction, but they all rely on one thing: structured, consistent data.
MMC Ireland member Vision Built, a leading offsite construction specialist delivering modular and panelised building solutions across Ireland and the UK, will debut its refreshed brand identity at this year’s Education Estates event held in Manchester on the 14th and 15th October 2025.

Vision Built to unveil new brand identity at Education Estates 2025

MMC Ireland member Vision Built, a leading offsite construction specialist delivering modular and panelised building solutions across Ireland and the UK, will debut its refreshed brand identity at this year’s Education Estates event held in Manchester on the 14th and 15th October 2025.
Grey water recycling should be a part of the Future Homes Standard, says Ben Standing

Grey water recycling in new housing: The missing piece of the...

Ben Standing, partner in planning and environment at Browne Jacobson, discusses how the recycling of grey water could contribute to the FHS.
The Gleeds 2025 Market Report shows a mixed bag for the sector

Gleeds 2025 Market Report signals fragile stabilisation

The Gleeds Q3 2025 Market Report highlights that while the sector is not in dire straits, there are still several issues to be aware of.
The Sefton Southport Events Centre has been delayed again as GRAHAM walks away

Sefton Southport Events Centre seeking new contractor

The Sefton Southport events centre has seen another contractor walk away from the project after pay could not be agreed upon.
Milton Keynes, itself a famed new town, is one of the recommended sites for a potential new town

Potential new towns revealed in taskforce report

The New Towns Taskforce have released their final report with 12 locations for potential new towns recommended.
Logo of construction software specialist Procore in black lettering on a white background

Bluebeam expands Procore partnership for construction collaboration

Global AEC solutions provider Bluebeam has announced a strategic partnership featuring two new integrations with construction management software specialist Procore.
Specifiers, designers and architects: UKCW, the UK’s biggest built environment event returns to the NEC this autumn for its 10th anniversary

A decade of design and innovation: Get ready to celebrate the...

Specifiers, designers and architects, mark your calendars: the UK’s biggest event for the built environment returns to the NEC this autumn for its 10th anniversary.

Leeds College of Building Awards spotlight young talent as industry tackles...

Leeds College of Building has celebrated the achievements of its students at the annual Building Industry Greats Awards, against the backdrop of growing concern over skills shortages across the construction sector.

Willmott Dixon lands £30.5m blue light infrastructure project in Chesterfield

Willmott Dixon has secured a £30.5m contract to deliver a new custody suite for Derbyshire Constabulary in Chesterfield.
An ageing UK construction workforce needs addressing urgently

Ageing UK construction workforce a “timebomb,” says whitepaper

An ageing UK construction workforce is the largest cause for concern in the skills gap, says a whitepaper by Strategic Resourcing.
A BESA call to industry challenges members to take control

New BESA president calls for industry to ‘make a change’

The newly elected president of the Building Engineering Services Association (BESA), Pete Curtis, urged members to take responsibility for making a better industry.
The CIH have commented on new stats showing the Northern Irish housing crisis is getting worse

CIH urges NI Executive to address Northern Irish housing crisis

Latest statistics from the Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) show that housing issues in Northern Ireland are getting worse.