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Top level experts join first-ever Advisory Board at UK Construction Week

Organisers of UK Construction Week (UKCW), the UK’s biggest event for the built environment, have announced the creation of their first-ever Advisory Board, a prestigious panel of top industry leaders.

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46% of civil contractors believe profit margins will increase in next six months

Civil contractors remain doggedly optimistic about profit margins for the coming year and are taking advantage of data analysis to improve safety standards across sites, according to the latest Civil Quarterly.

Nutrient neutrality and unlocking the planning system

The Spring Budget will do little to resolve the nutrient neutrality issue, says Lawrence Turner, director at planning consultancy Boyer.

Proposed planning fees increase comes too late, according to the RTPI

An increase in planning fees could relieve hard-pressed local planning authorities but may be too late for others.

What is the 15-minute city (and what is it not)?

The 15-minute city has found itself embroiled in conspiracy theories and even angry protests. PBC Today asked David Edwards of Placemake to unpack the myths and reality around the idea.

Mammoet begin construction on the world’s largest ring crane

Mammoet has begun the construction of a new 6,000-tonne electrical ring crane at their nerve centre in The Netherlands, making it the largest ring crane ever built.

Protect your construction project with a comprehensive structural warranty

Spring is a season that’s synonymous with new beginnings, and for those in the construction industry, it’s also the ideal time to start new projects. When it comes to construction, a crucial element is to ensure that a comprehensive structural warranty is in place.

Social value survey to gauge construction industry mood and where to improve

A social value survey from Loop will pinpoint where the wider industry stands on the subject and areas for improvement.

Rethinking new development for post-pandemic working habits

A new report suggests post-pandemic working habits mean the built environment sector should prepare for 40% homeworking. Greg Mitchell, executive planning director at Summix, explores the future of work.

Discover the future of luxury living with Build Warranty® and ILife Collaboration

Build Warranty Technical Services and ILife Developments are pleased to announce their collaboration on an upcoming luxurious design and build Surrey project.

G F Tomlinson adds to portfolio of public sector frameworks

G F Tomlinson, a Midlands-based contractor, has secured preferred contractor status via a number of public sector frameworks, including Pagabo, Scape and the Department of Education.

Twelve UK regions share slice of £7.9bn HS2 funds to boost businesses

£7.9bn worth of HS2 funds will offer a boost for over 2,000 businesses which will be shared across twelve UK regions, to help keep businesses afloat as they tackle economic uncertainty.

New Security Overlay to guide design within the RIBA Plan of Work

Clients, contractors and design teams can all benefit from the enhanced security measures offered by the new Security Overlay to the RIBA Plan of Work.

Futureproofing construction equipment rental against an unpredictable economy

As inflation shows little sign of abating to lower levels, Neeral Shah, CEO at Yardlink, outlines methods of futureproofing construction equipment rental for contractors.

The National Planning Policy Framework can’t forget local planning authorities

Jason Torrance, chief executive of UK100, a network of local leaders who have pledged to lead a rapid transition to net zero, is calling on Levelling Up secretary Michael Gove to empower local planning authorities to tackle climate change.

UK Construction Week London: Everything you need to know

UK Construction Week London, the UK’s largest event for the built environment, returns to the capital after a successful debut in 2022 with even more to offer.

Construction companies could save 12% on procurement costs by improving practices

Procurement costs- commonly 40-70 percent of a construction company's spending- could be reduced by 12 percent by refining procurement practices, argues a new report.

February 2023 average house price increase by 5.5%

Figures from the latest UK House Price Index have shown that the February 2023 average house price has increased by 5.5% in February, down from  6.5% in January 2023.

Rent controls disrupt the supply of Build-to-Rent homes in Scotland

According to a new report published by the Scottish Property Federation, rent controls and political uncertainty are impacting investors' appetite to fund and deliver build-to-rent homes in Scotland.

Government launch ‘watchdog’ style programme for social housing tenants

Social housing tenants will be encouraged to speak out against their landlords as part of a new government-funded training scheme launching today.

Why property prices and demand vary across different regions of the UK

The average UK house price comes in at just under £300,000, but why do property prices in the UK vary so severely?

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