First NHS hospital built using AI technology announced
The new Royal Bournemouth Hospital will be the first NHS hospital in the UK to be built with a groundbreaking AI technology.
NHBC’s first five apprentices achieve fully qualified status
NHBC's first five apprentices – Tom Warner, LTW Developments, Kai Green of Redrow and Nick Cox and Reece Osbourne of Bloor Homes have all successfully completed their bricklaying apprenticeships at the NHBC Training Hub in Tamworth. Brad Lines of Redrow has achieved his Construction Site Supervisor (CSS) apprenticeship.
CIOB Awards 2023 now open for entries to celebrate industry leaders
The Chartered Institute of Building has announced that entries are open for the CIOB Awards 2023, closing March 17th 2023.
University of Exeter Multi-Faith Centre to be delivered by Willmott Dixon
Willmott Dixon is set to start construction on the University of Exeter's new Multi-Faith Centre in summer 2023, all built to Passivhaus standard.
Kier fined £4.4m after bringing down overhead powerlines during M6 works
Civil engineering firm Kier has been fined more than £4m after its staff twice struck overhead powerlines, causing cables to land in the path of passing vehicles on the M6.
Actis’ RIBA-approved CPD will help to change working practices in line...
Actis' RIBA-approved CPD will help architects, builders, and building control officers to change their working practices in line with Part L revisions.
Galliford Try makes double appointments of new healthcare director and head...
Galliford Try has expanded its senior team with the appointments of Laura Hodgetts as healthcare director and Stuart Wallace as head of pre-construction.
Construct Zero reflections from Innovate UK
Dr Mike Pitts, deputy challenge director for Transforming Construction at Innovate UK, looks back on the first year of the Construction Leadership Council’s Construct Zero programme and the final year of the Transforming Construction challenge.
ONS November 2022 construction output balances out to negligible growth
The latest ONS November 2022 construction output shows flat growth in volume terms, as decreasing new work and rising repairs balance each other out.
Modular: Increasing sustainability throughout the construction value chain
Richard Hipkiss, development director of the Modular & Portable Building Association (MPBA), explains why it is imperative to think of the ‘end’ right at the beginning of the design stage to enhance sustainability of the construction value chain.
Lee Sturdy joins Kier Construction as science and technology director
Lee Sturdy has joined Kier Construction in the newly created role as science and technology director, aiming to boost the firm's capability in the growing sector.
Construction site management start-up SymTerra snaps up first 100 subscribers
SymTerra, the construction site management software, hits a major subscription milestone a mere three months since public launch of its subscription app.
Co-op Academy Belle Vue in East Manchester delivered by Sir Robert...
Sir Robert McAlpine has announced practical completion of a new East Manchester co-educational school, Co-op Academy Belle Vue.
Kier to explore hydrogen-fuelled net zero depots feasibility
Kier is working with Protium to conduct a feasibility study examining if its highway depots can be powered using green hydrogen.
Transforming the Hightown Estate through Secured by Design
The once-notorious Hightown Estate, in Wrexham, which has been redeveloped to incorporate crime prevention principles set by Secured by Design (SBD), the national police crime prevention initiative, has received a ringing endorsement.
ICW: The preferred choice for building warranties and building control services
ICW Group, with offices in London, Belfast and South Shields, operates right across the UK, delivering building warranties and building control services.
Using tech to build a more sustainable sector
With organisations moving to reduce their environmental impacts in the wake of rapidly rising costs and increasing climate related events, technology holds the key to a more sustainable sector.
Predictions for infrastructure in 2023
Mark Hansford, director of engineering knowledge at the Institution of Civil Engineers, examines the key themes for infrastructure in 2023, from decarbonisation and resilience to transport and digitalisation.
Does the government care about the UK housing crisis?
Downgrading housebuilding targets is a bold move that could come at a cost in the midst of the UK housing crisis, says Claire Fallows, partner in the real estate team at Charles Russell Speechlys.
SEND school in Lincolnshire to be delivered by Willmott Dixon
A new £16m SEND school in Lincolnshire will be built by Willmott Dixon, procured through Pagabo’s Major Works Framework.
UKAEA STEP fusion programme spot secured by Gleeds
Gleeds have been commissioned via Perfect Circle to deliver procurement, commercial, and cost management services to the United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority’s (UKAEA) STEP fusion programme.
North west high value construction framework spots worth £1.5bn won by...
Kier has been reappointed to a £1.5bn North West Construction Hub High Value Construction Framework, continuing support of public sector buildings in the North West.
New toolkit from British Property Federation to boost affordable homes delivery
The toolkit aims to boost delivery of affordable homes as the country faces a 95,000 annual shortfall despite growing demand.
How to implement safer working at height
Falling from height is the most common cause of workplace death, according to a new study. Jason Rowley looks at the findings and how the industry can improve safety when working at height.
The Hill Group appoints Victoria Anthony as HR director
The Hill Group has appointed Victoria Anthony as HR director, where she will drive recruitment from unconventional sources to the construction workforce.
Vectorworks announces new Vectorworks Cloud Services using Apple technology
Vectorworks has released key updates to their 2023 product line, which focuses on providing users with a more reliable experience on Vectorworks Cloud Services and the Vectorworks Nomad mobile app utilizing Apple’s innovative technology.