Jon Dickman appointed as new Needspace? managing director
Jon Dickman has been appointed as the new Needspace? managing director, to head up the flexible workspace company based in London and the South East.
What does Section 76 mean for housebuilders and developers in Northern...
Northern Ireland's equivalent to Section 106 planning agreements, Section 76, designed to secure affordable housing in developments are set to become much more frequently used from next year. Chris Bryson of Gravis Planning and Drew Nesbitt of Wilson Nesbitt examine the likely impact.
How does the war in Ukraine affect UK construction projects?
The conflict in Ukraine is having significant and far-reaching economic consequences. Tom Duncan and Sadia McEvoy of law firm Ashurst examine how it will affect current and future UK construction projects.
UK’s first Passivhaus leisure centre is now open in Exeter
The UK’s first Passivhaus leisure centre has opened in Exeter following innovative engineering and design work by Arup and S&P.
Are construction net zero goals too ambitious?
As construction net zero targets loom large, Adam Savitz of Johnson Controls examines how businesses can meet the challenge.
Supporting compliance and safety in the built environment
With construction facing an increasingly complex regulatory system, the Construction Innovation Hub help firms navigate the evolving landscape.
Reach for the sky: Timber airspace developments
As the housing crisis continues to grow in the UK, now more than ever a solution is needed. Paramount Timber explains the benefits of airspace developments, and why MMC can help to solve the problem.
Harnessing the power of data with FARO® at Oracle Industry Lab
FARO® Technologies - a global leader in 4D digital reality solutions - has announced that it has joined forces with Oracle to help architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) professionals create opportunities to solve their toughest challenges at the new Oracle Industry Lab.
CIBSE launches building safety training course ahead of new Building Safety...
The Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers has developed a new building safety training course focused on the Building Safety Bill, which will support building services professionals in preparing and complying with the most significant reform to building regulations in 50 years.
Tarmac signs scheme to reduce pallet waste in the construction industry
Tarmac has signed a charter produced by The Pallet LOOP, which aims to reduce pallet waste in the construction industry.
How the UK construction industry can embrace MMC homes
In an era of materials and skills shortages, a global shift towards sustainability and new notions around the ideal workplace, MMC stands out as a construction method that can adapt to new demands. But how can the UK fully embrace MMC homes? This was the question discussed at a recent roundtable event chaired by Ian Atkinson of law firm Womble Bond Dickinson.
Grainger plc to launch first build to rent development in Derby
Grainger plc will launch its first build to rent development in Derby next spring – it will be named ‘The Condor’.
Focussing on Secured by Design to reduce crime
Secured by Design (SBD) is the official police security initiative, owned by the UK Police Service with the specific aim to reduce crime and help people live more safely.
Taking stock: How far has UK MMC come?
Kate Saunders, a partner at law firm Trowers & Hamlins, examines the shifting attitudes toward UK MMC (Modern Methods of Construction) and the barriers that remain to its widespread adoption.
Boyer secures planning permission for 235 new homes in Lincolnshire
Boyer has secured planning permission on behalf of Taylor Wimpey East Midlands for the development of 235 new homes in Lincolnshire, Sleaford.
New Unite students accommodation in Manchester announced
New Unite Students accommodation in Manchester announced, following a £64.58 million upgrade across three of its Manchester properties.
Balfour Beatty appoints Jo Gilroy as UK director of sustainability
Balfour Beatty has appointed Jo Gilroy as the new UK director of sustainability, who will be responsible for driving forward Balfour Beatty’s sustainability strategy, as well as reporting the Group’s performance against the bold targets and ambitions set out in its “Building New Futures” sustainability strategy.
CPI appoints independent chair and board of non-executive directors
Construction Product Information Ltd (CPI) has announced the appointment of its first independent chair and board of non-executive directors.
UK office space demand bounces back in 2022, says RICS
The start of 2022, saw an increase in the demand for office space, as new tenants look to rent more UK commercial property, according to the RICS Commercial Property Market Survey, Q1 2022.
GMI Construction Group joins Northern Coalition as part of levelling up...
GMI Construction Group has joined the Northern Coalition on skills as part of its commitment to support the levelling up agenda.
Winning collaborative design team to deliver multi-million-pound Barbican Centre renewal project
A collaborative design team led by architects Allies and Morrison and Asif Khan Studio, has been appointed to deliver a multi-million-pound Barbican Centre renewal project.
Why building control professionals need to prepare NOW for the Building...
The Building Safety Bill is working its way through Parliament with Royal Assent expected sometime in 2022. So, what does this mean for the building control profession and what should every building control surveyor be doing now to prepare? These are the questions that LABC’s chief executive, Lorna Stimpson, has a simple answer for.
The Offsite Show makes its London debut
The Offsite Show makes its London debut when it comes to ExCeL on 3-4 May. Lead show partner Buildoffsite takes a look at what's in store.
Advantage Home Construction Insurance expands into Northern Ireland
With over 40 years of industry experience, structural defects warranty specialist Advantage Home Construction Insurance (AHCI) has expanded into Northern Ireland.
Enterprise Readiness Programme: Developing new ideas to help build better
Innovation will be crucial if the construction industry is to address the challenges it faces and the demands of the future. The Enterprise Readiness Programme has been launched by I-Construct to help small and medium-sized business bring new ideas to the sector.
Amey to help Walsall install energy efficient street lighting
Amey will be working alongside Walsall Council to install a £10m+ conversion programme of energy efficient street lighting.