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How social value can help win new work with the public sector

Guy Battle, CEO of Social Value Portal explains how installing social value can be key to winning bids in public sector developments.

Plans to extend HS2 network to Manchester confirmed

HS2 has confirmed that a set of proposed changes to the HS2 network to Manchester has been introduced to Parliament.

New demolitions headquarters unveiled by NFDC and NDTG

The National Federation of Demolition Contractors (NFDC) and National Demolition Training Group (NDTG) have unveiled their new Hemel Hempstead headquarters.

How a manufacturing strategy can help your business plan for the future

With ever-shifting economic conditions and constantly evolving technologies, it's more important than ever for construction companies to have a strong manufacturing strategy, says James Humphreys, specialist at Katana ERP manufacturing.

Accreditation: assuring quality in construction

With ever-evolving building safety standards, there's never been a better time to get to grips with accreditation and certification.

Construction site crimewave: 9 in 10 tradespeople have been victims of theft

A NFU Mutual survey has declared that there is a construction site crimewave, with 89% of UK tradespeople having been victims of theft NFU Mutual...

The Met Office launches new Climate Data Portal

The Met Office has launched its new Climate Data Portal to help AEC organisations respond to climate change.

Thames Water has ‘significant issues’ to address, warns Ofwat

Thames Water is in talks to secure additional funding after the company reported £14bn debt.

The Affordable Housing Programme will now fund replacement homes in England

Homes England has revealed that funding available from the government's Affordable Homes Programme can now be used to finance replacement homes.

Specialist supplier Adastra Access falls into administration

Specialist supplier of mastclimbing work platforms and suspended cradles, Adastra Access is now in administration.

Geotechnical specialists commence work on Brighton chalk cliffs to tackle rockfalls

CAN Geotechnical has deployed a specialist team to work on Brighton’s chalk cliffs to tackle rockfalls and make the area safe.

HS2’s Old Oak Common super-hub station hits two-year construction milestone 

HS2 is celebrating two years of permanent construction at its groundbreaking super-hub station at Old Oak Common/

Bro Ddyfi Hospital leads the way in transforming hospitals in Wales

Work has finished on the Bro Ddyfi Community Hospital, one of many major transformations taking place across hospitals in Wales.

What is the difference between accreditation and certification?

Mark Bohun, UKAS’s Commercial Director, explains the difference between accreditation and certification, noting how these connected yet distinct steps on the quality assurance ladder work together to create trust and confidence.

Industry reacts to Bank of England 5% interest rate, the highest in 15 years

The Bank of England has announced the benchmark interest rate will rise from 4.5% to 5%, the 13th consecutive rise since December 2021.

Willmott Dixon publishes 2022 financial highlights

Highlights from Willmott Dixon's 2022 financial highlights include a turnover of £1.147bn, 91% of budgeted turnover secured for 2023, and a £1.6bn pipeline of orders.

Delayed payments in the construction industry: Uncovering issues – and solutions

Over the past 30 years, late and delayed payments in the construction industry have become common practice. Bill Barton, director of Barton Legal, explores the consequences and solutions.

Mace increases tender price forecast to 3.5% in response to inflation

Mace has increased its tender price forecast in light of UK inflation, as outlined in its recent Market View report.

Driving collaboration in the supply chain with YardLink’s Neeral Shah

PBC Today caught up with founder and CEO of YardLink Neeral Shah at Digital Construction Week 2023, where we spoke about the benefits of standardisation and collaboration in the supply chain.

Alumno seek permission to build student accommodation in Glasgow’s Woodlands District

Student accommodation specialist Alumno has applied to Glasgow City Council for permission to build a new development on St George’s Road in the city’s Woodlands district.

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