UK build-to-rent properties increase by a fifth in the past year
Analysis by the British Property Federation (BPF) shows an increase in build-to-rent properties in the UK, over the past twelve months.
How panelised MMC can reduce health and safety risk
Panelised MMC for new homes can reduce health and safety hazard exposure by 20% on site, according to the latest report from the Advanced Industrialised Methods for the Construction of Homes Innovation Project (AIMCH).
Persimmon Homes strengthens its land and planning team with two appointments
Persimmon Homes has further strengthened its land and planning team by appointing an experienced land manager and a development control planner.
Keepmoat Homes given green light to build 433 new homes in...
Gedling Borough Council has granted Keepmoat Homes planning permission for 433 new homes in Gedling, part of the final phase of its Chase Farm development.
Amey secures North East roads maintenance contract in Scotland
Amey has announced that it has been named as the preferred bidder to take over its improved roads maintenance contracts in the North East.
United Living Group announce Wisbech Road scheme redevelopment
United Living Group has announced a £22.9m contract award to redevelop the Wisbech Road Scheme in Cambridgeshire, secured through the Company’s division United Living New Homes.
West Sussex housing developments receive Premier Guarantee Quality Recognition
Dandara receives official Premier Guarantee Quality Recognition Award for their Fontwell Meadows and Paddock View developments in West Sussex.
Willmott Dixon to deliver £23m Corbyn Head Hotel in Torquay
Willmott Dixon has been appointed by the Fragrance Group to deliver the new £23m Corbyn Head Hotel in Torquay.
Graham named as a supplier on new collaborative construction framework
Graham has been awarded a place on the new Construction Works and Associated Services 2 (CWAS2) / ProCure 23 (P23) collaborative construction framework.
Government reveals £5bn housing industry agreement to address building safety
Michael Gove has set a housing industry agreement, which will see developers commit a minimum of £2bn to fix their own buildings, and contribute a further £3bn through an expansion to the Building Safety bill.
Paramount Timber to deliver off-site construction for Maltings Place
Paramount Timber is proud to announce that it is delivering the off-site construction for Maltings Place – an iconic part of London.
HLM Architects appoints Anne Daw as head of MMC delivery
HLM Architects has made several senior promotions, including Anne Daw will take up the role of head of MMC delivery.
Planning approved for new build-to-rent homes in Stevenage
‘The Forum’, a residential-led development that will deliver 226 build-to-rent homes in Stevenage has secured planning permission.
Cooperative communication is the most sensible solution to construction price increases
With the industry in the middle of a materials procurement and shortage crisis, parties should make certain the terms of a contract are drafted carefully to ensure the transfer of risk in construction price increases and delays reflects their requirements, says Mark Christie, senior associate at law firm Clarke Willmott.
United Living appoints Dave Rooney as chief commercial officer
United Living has announced the appointment of Dave Rooney to the board as the group's new chief commercial officer.
East Sussex Housing development uses Zeroignition fire protection
A residential housing development in East Sussex has used Zeroignition fire protection to 'protect property and save lives'.
Faro launches new end-to-end 3D capture platform
Faro, global leader in 4D digital reality solutions, has launched an ultra-efficient end-to-end 3D capture and collaboration platform.
Builders must adopt modular construction methods to tackle housing crisis
Zoe Owen, partner in the plot sales team at Moore Barlow, discusses how modular construction methods can unlock the UK’s housing crisis and explains why developers shouldn’t waste any more time adopting this approach.
Realising true social value in construction
Government efficiency minister Jacob Rees-Mogg is reportedly looking to reduce social value weightings in public procurement, citing concerns that they negatively affect smaller firms. Tiia Sammallahti, founder and CEO of whatimpact.com, examines the challenges of realising true social value in construction - and why rolling back the requirements would be the wrong choice.
Heidi Creighton appointed as Skanska USA vice president of sustainability
Skanska USA has announced the appointment of Heidi Creighton as vice president (VP) of sustainability.
Get your construction compliance right with Re-flow
Yorkshire-based construction and civil engineering company, Norcon Construction turns to Re-flow software to gain confidence in construction compliance.
Terra submit planning application for affordable homes in Aston
Terra has submitted a full planning application for 40 affordable homes in Aston, West Oxfordshire to help alleviate the shortfall in affordable housing.
Eden: One of the most environmentally friendly office buildings in the...
It's interesting to explore whether sustainability has impacted the development industry since COP26 by taking a look at one building under construction by The English Cities Fund in Manchester: Eden, one of the most environmentally friendly office buildings in the UK.
Reducing construction’s environmental impact with innovative, green building materials
PBC Today spoke with Matthew Linegar, head of product management at Stora Enso to discuss how the use of innovative, green building materials – such as cross laminated timber (CLT) and laminated veneer lumber (LVL) - are helping to reduce the environmental impact of construction.
Salboy to deliver 278 new homes in Cornwall
Housing developer Salboy has acquired a site to build 278 new homes in Tuckingmill, Cornwall, and will begin construction this summer.
Inland Homes announces Cheshunt Lakeside residential development
Inland Homes have announced their first collection of homes in Hertfordshire. The Cheshunt Lakeside residential development is due to launch in the summer, and will provide 1,700 new homes.