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The UK BIM Framework: Supporting the Big Three of built environment policy

The Construction Playbook, National Infrastructure Strategy and TIP: Roadmap to 2030 have set the priority areas for the built environment – but productivity remains a key challenge. Dan Rossiter of the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists says the UK BIM Framework can support organisations in boosting output, cutting costs and improving sustainability.

Hampshire smart town pulled, plans deemed ‘not viable’

Why Flex office space is the future of efficient workplaces

Aggregate Industries names new CEO

Salford tower development to bring 3,300 new flats to city centre

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OpenSpace – 360° reality capture and AI-powered analytics

OpenSpace provides next-generation reality capture software, powerful integrations, and the smartest analytics tools in the industry.

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Nottingham Skills Academy expands construction training offering with new partnership

A fire safety specialist and leading installer of passive fire barriers has partnered with the Nottingham Skills Academy to provide work experience and training opportunities for young people.
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Creating vibrant places: A vision for thriving communities

Luke Hillson, design partner at design and planning consultancy Marrons, examines the findings of a new report that asks individuals, businesses, organisations and government what needs to be done to drive a placemaking-led approach to building future communities.
Building Control News

CIBSE Certification launches new specialist management competency scheme

CIBSE Certification has introduced an innovative scheme designed to assess the competency of individuals offering specialist services in management systems.
Planning & Construction News

Planning approvals increased by 20% in June, showing promise for Labour’s targets

Planning approvals rose in June ahead of the general election, reaching nearly £7.5bn in value, according to Barbour ABI analysts.
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Monthly construction output gains 1.9% bump from warm weather

The latest ONS figures show that an increase in new work and repair and maintenance, anecdotally attributed to good weather, boosted construction output in May 2024.
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1 million UK social homes to benefit from mould and energy bill-reducing device

Switchee announces £5 million investment from Octopus Ventures and AXA IM Alts, as it targets installing its mould and energy bill-reducing device in 1 million UK social homes.
Energy News

Will power-hungry AI overwhelm the National Grid? Can electrical apprentices save the day?

The National Grid could struggle to supply electricity when power-hungry AI servers take a central role in society, and the UK will need many more skilled, highly qualified electrical apprentices to cope.
Planning & Construction News

Submissions open for Grenfell Tower memorial design

The Grenfell Tower Memorial Commission and RIBA have opened up submissions to select the team that will design the future memorial on the site of Grenfell Tower.
Planning & Construction News

Delivering on ambitious housing policies

Labour’s landslide victory provides the new government with the political capital needed to push through the ambitious housing policies outlined in their manifesto.
Building Control News

Building competence in supply chains: The impact of the Building Safety Act 2022

Alex Minett, global head of new markets at Veriforce CHAS, explores the role of competence in the new Building Safety Act and offers insight on how organisations can foster competence throughout their supply chains.
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BRE sets out 100-day roadmap for new Labour Government

BRE's 100-day roadmap calls for the Government to prioritise low-carbon innovation in construction, improving EPCs, and the creation of a Decent Homes Standard for the Private Rented Sector.
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RIBA launches competition to design Fleming Centre life sciences facility

The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has announced a design competition for the Fleming Centre at St. Mary's Hospital in Paddington, London.
Planning & Construction News

Will Labour’s New Towns plan solve the housing crisis?

People live in houses, not planning permissions. Solving the housing crisis is at least a two-parliament problem, says David Blackadder-Weinstein, Director, Strategic Communications at Turley.
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How to ensure your SME is considered for a framework

Shamayne Harris, head of procurement at Pagabo, shares valuable inside knowledge on how every business from SMEs upwards can give themselves the best chance of being considered for placement and unlocking a new income stream.
Construction Technology News

Quality control: the structural weakness in capital projects

André Gunter, head of Pre-sales and Consulting, Idox plc, explores the way construction technologies can maintain a high standard of quality control.
Planning & Construction News

New Chancellor Rachel Reeves to prioritise house building in first official speech

Chancellor Rachel Reeves will make her first major speech in the role today, speaking to business leaders about prioritising housebuilding to build economic growth.
Planning & Construction News

Construction industry reacts to historic Labour win

With a majority of 85 seats and counting, Labour will lead the next government, with Sir Keir Starmer becoming prime minister.
Planning & Construction News

What does the Labour manifesto promise for UK construction?

Curious about what Labour's 400+ seat victory means for UK construction? PBC Today recaps the key points from the Labour manifesto.

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NHBC – Warranty and insurance provider for new homes

NHBC is the UK’s leading independent provider of warranty and insurance for new homes, covering 70-80% of the new homes built in the UK each year.

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The UK’s progress towards a Passivhaus standard in new homes

A new report from the NHBC Foundation explores the UK’s progress towards adopting a Passivhaus standard, the barriers that remain in house building and the cultural shift required to embed the approach in new homes.

New home registrations fall in first quarter of 2024

NHBC’s Residential Construction Statistics: Planning for 2024

Managing contractor and supply chain risk

Affordable home completions soar while private sector stalls, reports NHBC

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