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

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Ex Tolent employees launch legal claims over redundancy

Following the news that Tolent went into administration on the 13th of February, ex Tolent employees are considering taking legal action, according to legal firm Aticus Law.

Construction industry accounted for 16% of administrations in 2022, survey reveals

A survey from Shakespeare Martineau has revealed that the UK construction industry accounted for 16% of administrations in 2022 – the highest sector in the UK.

Why the town planner is key to embedding climate change resilience

Embedding climate resilience won’t happen, argues Atkins Associate Directors Viral Desai and Catalina Galego Lopez, without our town planners - the people that bring economics, data-informed strategies and the environment together to build a sustainable future for tomorrow.

Use planning system to soften climate impacts, RTPI urges local councils

Planning experts at RTPI and TCPA have issued fresh guidance to local authorities, urging them to embed climate resilience into new developments and local plans.

HS2 reveals traditional ironstone cladding for Oxford Canal Viaduct

Traditional Warwickshire ironstone cladding will be used for the piers supporting HS2's Oxford Canal Viaduct after engaging with the local community.

PBSA must be a core element of planning reforms

Freya Turtle, director, Planning at Turley, discusses the pressing need for Government to prioritise PBSA in planning, and the economic benefits that successful implementation brings with it.

Three developments in the North announced by Morgan Sindall, Bellway and McLaren Property

Several developments in the North have been announced in Leeds and Newcastle as Morgan Sindall, Bellway, and McLaren Property have been appointed for a Mathematics School, a housing development and a multi-occupied workspace.

UK’s broken planning system hinders decarbonisation of buildings

87% of historic building owners state that UK's planning system blocks the decarbonisation of heritage buildings, and applications to the Planning Portal fall by 1% in January. Find out how digitised planning could help solve Britain's housing crisis.

December 2022 HPIs show house prices fell -0.4%

The latest ONS HPIs for December 2022 show that on a non-seasonally adjusted basis, the average UK house price decreased by 0.4% between November and December 2022.

New public sector refurbishment and retrofit framework seeking suppliers

A multi-million-pound framework launching in 2023 to deliver refurbishment and associated retrofit works for the public sector is seeking contractors.

CQIC Charter to drive quality, sustainability, and collaboration across the Scottish construction industry

Launched under the Scottish Construction Accord, the CQIC Charter aims to transform a sector that makes a significant contribution towards Scotland’s society, economy, and environment.

December construction output remains flat as industry holds off recession

The latest December construction output has shown that growth remained flat in December 2022 due to an increase in new work offset by a decrease in repair and maintenance.

Second Secured Environments award won by the Aon Centre

Aon plc's global headquarters, the Aon Centre in the Leadenhall Building in London, have achieved their second Secured Environments award.

Using smart technology to repurpose legacy drainage assets in the battle against flooding

One of the most significant impacts of climate change will be increased incidents of flooding. To reduce the impact of flooding on people and the environment, we need to repurpose our legacy drainage assets, says Brian M Back, co-founder and CTO of Radio Data Networks Limited.

Labour shortage and inflation slowing build-to-rent growth

Analysis from the BPF indicates inflation is responsible for the slowing of build-to-rent growth in the end of the fourth quarter in 2022.

Puma Property Finance and UCL launch partnership to research sustainable construction solutions

Puma Property Finance is sponsoring the launch of UCL's new sustainable construction solutions research centre, the Centre of Sustainable Governance and Law in the Built Environment.

UK house prices stabilise in January, according to latest Halifax HPI

The January Halifax House Price Index showed that house prices began to stabilise in January, as cost of living and higher interest rates leads to a slower housing market.

Scottish construction industry still struggling with late payments and cashflow issues

A survey by the Construction Industry Collective Voice (CICV) has found that the Scottish construction industry is still blighted by serious payment and cashflow issues.

January construction PMIs reveal fastest fall in output since May 2020

January construction PMIs revealed the fastest fall in output since May 2020 due to a sharp decline in housebuilding reflected by weaker client demand, unfavourable market conditions and greater caution among clients.

Why the UK must boost the supply of older people’s housing

The government’s taskforce on older people’s housing can unlock growth, says John Tonkiss, CEO of McCarthy Stone.

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