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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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SFS – Fastening solutions in the building envelope

SFS is a global market leader for mechanical fastening systems and precision formed components for the building envelope.

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Construction redundancies fall by 67% to record lows

The latest ONS figures on the UK labour market indicate that construction redundancies fell by over two thirds, reaching the joint lowest rate since 2009.

Construction method and materials – Brought to you by Build Warranty®

When selecting construction materials, what are the critical factors to consider and how can they affect the overall quality of the project?

British Property Federation and UKPA will merge to protect the proptech ecosystem

The British Property Federation (BPF) has announced a merger with the UK PropTech Association (UKPA) as part of a move to drive innovation in the property sector and protect the proptech ecosystem.

BAM and Kier re-appointed to Collaborative Delivery Framework

The Environment Agency has reappointed BAM, Kier, Arup and more as key partners in their Collaborative Delivery Framework, which had been extended to 2027.

Importance of the DOCO outlined at the ATLAS national training conference

NPCC problem-solving portfolio lead and South Yorkshire Police chief constable Lauren Poultney underlined the importance of the Designing Out Crime Officer at the ATLAS national training conference and exhibition.

JCT releases Contract Administration Model Forms for Minor Works

New Contract Administration Model Forms for the Minor Works family of building contracts have been released by JCT.

February construction output bounces back by 2.4%

February construction output has rebounded by 2.4%, following a 1.7% fall in January 2023, making February the highest monthly value in level terms since records began in January 2010.

Exploring collaboration in construction with the ECITB’S Andy Brown

PBC Today sat down with interim chief executive of the Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB) Andy Brown to discuss how collaboration can help the sector rise to the challenges it faces.

A series of new construction projects in London have been announced

Three construction companies, Landsec, Barratt London and McGee have recently announced new construction projects in London. The new projects will see the development of new homes, green areas and commercial spaces in the capital.

Understanding the CPTPP and what it could do for UK construction

The UK recently signed to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership or CPTPP, but what does it mean for the construction sector?

30% decrease in Self Build Register use could be ‘huge’ opportunity for brokers

Suffolk Building Society has called for a collective drive to promote self build efforts after data found that planning permission approvals dropped by 23%.

GMI secures place on £1bn Pagabo Medium Works Framework

GMI Construction Group has secured a place on Pagabo's £1bn Medium Works Framework, which will enable GMI to be considered for medium-sized public sector construction projects valued up to £10m.

A contractors guide to managing retention in construction

Retention in construction is an important aspect of managing projects, as it ensures payment to contractors after completion of milestones within the project timeline. By following this guide, contractors will have the knowledge necessary to negotiate better deals with clients while managing contractual risk more effectively.

JCT 2023 Parliamentary Reception to give insight into next edition of contracts

The JCT 2023 Parliamentary Reception will be an opportunity for invited guests to gain an insight into the core themes that will be reflected within the next edition of JCT Contracts.

Seven senior figures from public sector organisations appointed to LHC Procurement Group’s board

Seven senior figures from public sector organisations across Great Britain have been appointed to LHC Procurement Group's board.

Construction project starts continue to slide in March

Glenigan's April 2023 edition of its Construction Index has found that construction project-starts fell by over a third in March.

Is blended-use the next step in mixed-use developments and placemaking?

Federica Buricco, senior associate at global architecture firm CallisonRTKL, explores how the difference between a successful place and an underperforming asset is the difference between mixed- and blended-use.

Secured by Design debuts Homes 2023 at ATLAS conference

Homes 2023, Secured By Design's updated guidance for domestic properties covering developments in security and criminal activity, was recently debuted at the ATLAS national training conference and exhibition.

Asset lifecycle management: The role of design in a decommissioning project

When the decision is made to embark on a decommissioning project, it is often because the asset has reached the end of its useful life. In this article, Richard Vann, RVA Group, explores the role of decommissioning in design.

Wates financial year review reports record turnover and profit in 2022

Wates has reported their highest ever turnover of £1.89bn, with a profit total of £33.7m in the last financial year.

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