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CECA coalition calls for five-year highways budget

A coalition including the CECA, MPA, IHE, and ACE, have written a joint letter to the government recommending a five-year highways budget.

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Arcadis raises construction inflation forecasts from 2026

Arcadis has forecast higher levels of construction inflation from 2026 onwards due to resource constraints and the impact of delayed procurements on the future shape of the supply chain.

Labour plans to get 80,000 young people on housing ladder with ‘Freedom to Buy’ 

Keir Starmer and Angela Rayner claimed Labour was the "party of homeownership" as they launched the 'Freedom to Buy' scheme.

RIBA horizon scans aid architects in adapting to built environment changes

The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has published its latest set of horizon scans that highlight how global population change will shape the built environment over the next ten years.

May construction PMIs show activity rising at fastest pace in two years

The May construction PMIs revealed that growth in the UK construction sector gained momentum during May, with rising workloads prompting renewed expansions in purchasing activity and employment.

Wrekin joins civil engineering supergroup Civitec

Wrekin has joined Product Industriels Lorrains (P.I.L), Fonderies de Saint Dizier (FSD), Geoworks, and Encotel in the Civitec Group partnership.

Latest Glenigan report sees construction performance stabilise after period of decline

The rate of decline in UK construction performance continues to soften, with the value of underlying work starting on site falling 13% in the three months to May, finishing 16% lower than a year ago.

12 Tier 1 infrastructure contractors publish ‘A Blueprint for Growth’

As the general election campaign continues, The Blueprint for Growth shares 12 recommendations for the future government from major names in the construction and infrastructure industry.

Scotland’s planning system cannot be fixed by fee increases, says RTPI Scotland

The Royal Town Planning Institute Scotland has released its response to the Investing in Planning consultation, noting that the planning fees will not fix the planning system alone.

Liverpool commits to 2,000 new homes a year by 2030 in new housing strategy

Liverpool's proposed housing strategy is part of a £1bn housing programme, which also includes major retrofitting works across properties in the city.

Unlocking the potential of 15-minute neighbourhoods through participatory planning

Sarah Nelson, CEO, Foundation for Future London, discusses a more participatory planning approach to 15-minute neighbourhoods .

What are the key issues facing the construction industry in 2024 so far?

Build Warranty looks at the key issues facing the construction industry in 2024 and how they are rising to the challenges.

Lendlease to exit UK and consolidate business in Australian market

New South Wales based construction company Lendlease is selling its UK and US businesses and exiting international markets to focus on Australian operations.

CIOB reveals pre-election manifesto

The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) has launched its manifesto ahead of the next UK General Election on 4 July, outlining how a future government can support the built environment sector.

Labour to merge NIC and IPA into new infrastructure body, Nista

The proposed National Infrastructure and Service Transformation Authority (NISTA) would "better support the delivery of major capital projects".

Construction industry reacts to shock general election 2024 announcement

Although the General Election was known to be happening this year, Rishi Sunak took the UK by surprise yesterday by setting a date for the 4th July.

Why independent contractor insurance matters: Safeguarding against liability and legal gaps

Many contracting professionals believe that being covered under a client's insurance policy provides complete protection. However, this assumption can be misleading and risky, Clarke Williams explains.

Labour announces New Towns Code with 40% affordable housing targets

Speaking at the UK’s Real Estate Investment and Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF) event in Leeds today, Deputy leader of the opposition Angela Rayner announced Labour's plan for housing, including a New Towns Code, part of a planned 1.5m new homes built over five years.

Plans for £100m Liverpool Baltic station revealed

New images of the Liverpool Baltic station scheme have been unveiled ahead of a public consultation in June and July.

Knauf announces £171.5m rock mineral wool factory in the UK

Global insulation products manufacturer Knauf Insulation will invest around €200m (£171.5m) in a new rock mineral wool factory to serve the UK market.

Dandara Living set to build 1,300 new homes in Digbeth

Birmingham City Council has approved Dandara Living’s application to deliver over 1,300 new homes at Warner’s Fields in Digbeth.

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