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BBC move to Typhoo Tea Factory in Birmingham to be led by Stoford

The multi-million pound BBC move to the Typhoo Tea Factory in Birmingham will be spearheaded by Stoford, part of the largest office pre-let in the city for the past three years.

3 challenges trade contractors face when managing supply chain operations

The construction industry has faced significant disruptions throughout the pandemic, with a rapidly shrinking workforce, increased demand for services, and operational challenges. Supply chain operations, in particular, have been severely impacted explains Tom Stemm, CEO of Ryvit.

Will the government deliver on the Right to Buy policy?

Sarah Rowe, director and head of social housing at Freeths law firm, examines the extended Right to Buy policy and whether the government can deliver on their promise.

Work begins on new affordable housing development on Brentford Citroen site

L&Q and The Hill Group have begun work on a new affordable housing development on the Brentford Citroen site, which will provide 441 new homes, a resident’s gym and a nursery.

August 2022 Halifax House Price Index shows easing of growth as cost-of-living crisis looms

The August 2022 Halifax House Price Index has been released, showing a decrease in the annual rate of growth but record high house prices.

Yale achieves SBD Secure Connected Device accreditation for Conexis L1 Smart Lock

SBD has announced that Yale has become one of the first companies to achieve their Secure Connected Device accreditation, for their Conexis L1 Smart Lock.

32 suppliers awarded for LHC’s £1bn H2 new build framework

Thirty-two suppliers have been awarded a place on a new four-year, £1bn new build framework by LHC to deliver public sector construction projects in England.

Vistry starts work on eco-friendly affordable housing scheme in Penshaw

Vistry have begun construction work on Penshaw Gardens, a residential affordable housing scheme in Penshaw for people over the age of 55, on behalf of Gentoo Group.

August construction PMIs show construction activity continues to dip amid economic uncertainty

The August construction PMI data shows that whilst supply chain pressures are easing, overall construction activity is continuing to slow down and stagnate under the influence of economic uncertainty.

Terms and conditions in a construction contract: Incorporated or not?

Throughout construction works, there are often arguments that revolve around whether terms and conditions in a construction contract has been incorporated or not.

Right to Buy v Right to Acquire: What will the effects be on tenants and housing associations?  

Right To Acquire is based on housing stock that associations have already bought or developed, which they then offer back to their tenants at a rate that was previously much less discounted than that of the Right To Buy scheme for council tenants.

Construction industry reacts as Liz Truss named next UK prime minister

Liz Truss has won the conservative election race against Rishi Sunak to become the next UK prime minister. Here we look at how the construction industry has reacted to the announcement and its likely impact on the housing sector.

Vistry buys Countryside Properties for £1.25bn

Vistry buys Countryside Properties in a deal worth £1.25bn, adding to Vistry Group's existing brands including Bovis Homes and Linden Homes.

New strategy from HM Land Registry promises a digital property market

HM Land Registry has launched a new strategy to create a more efficient, fully digital property market and a matching modern land registration system.

Mace to deliver next phase of Begbroke Science Park development

Mace have been appointed to deliver the next phase of Begbroke Science Park’s development, part of a £100m investment into expanding the park.

Kitchen suppliers win places on £20m public sector framework

Seven kitchen suppliers and manufacturers have won places on a £20m framework to deliver modern, accessible and sustainable kitchens to social housing providers and the public sector nationwide.

LHC’s £90m ASC1 public sector framework opens for early interest

Experts and consultancies in property maintenance, water safety, and radon and asbestos services are being encouraged to register their early interest for LHC's ASC1 public sector framework.

HBF Star Rating scheme expanded to two major structural warranty providers

The HBF Star Rating scheme has been expanded, with the addition of major structural warranty providers Premier Guarantee and LABC Warranty.

TFL update on Government funding settlement outlines new investment support

A TFL update on the Government funding settlement details a £1.2bn base funding agreement, ongoing revenue support and will allow for new investment in the railways.

Leveraging design to achieve real-world change

Dr Abi Hird, design innovation lead at the Innovate UK Knowledge Transfer Network, discusses the importance of leveraging design principles when looking to achieve change and bring products and solutions to market.

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