How to solve RAAC in the private sector
The failings identified with RAAC should not be seen simply as an issue for schools, hospitals and other public sector buildings. Dan Haynes, director, head of building surveying at AtkinsRéalis, says it is very much an issue for the private sector too, and should be subject to regular monitoring.
Insights into local authority housing delivery
NHBC, the UK’s leading independent provider of warranty and insurance for new build homes, has brought together some of the leaders of local authority development to share their thoughts about this important aspect of housing.
Adopting a circular economy model to fast track the built environment’s...
As population growth fuels demand for new buildings and materials, the construction industry faces a pivotal moment. Embracing a circular economy model is crucial to reducing waste and emissions while meeting future demands, explains Summit Rosenberg, associate, KOMPAS VC.
Michael Gove puts London Wall West on hold
Similar to his intervention on the Marks & Spencer Oxford Street store redevelopment, levelling up secretary Michael Gove has put the London Wall West development on hold.
Homes England grant scheme and S106 agreements are not working in...
Luke Simmons of Cora looks at the Homes England grant scheme, its unintended consequences on the housing market and suggests a way it could be made to work better.
Fire Safety Event demonstrates impact of movement on passive fire protection
FSi Promat will highlight the need to account for movement in buildings when specifying passive fire protection at this year’s Fire Safety Event.
New RIBA approved security CPDs free to architects, planners and developers
The Police Crime Prevention Academy are running free RIBA Approved CPD sessions on Secured by Design in April, May and June.
Baked in or bolted on? Social value in infrastructure projects
Why social value needs to be built into infrastructure projects from the outset, amid increasing risk of becoming window dressing.
Northern Ireland extends time limit for defective building claims
Communities minister Gordon Lyons told the Stormont Assembly on Monday 15 April, that the time limit for owners to make compensation claims in defective buildings is to be extended.
Supply Chain Engagement Toolkit: Driving innovation in the construction sector
Leeds Beckett University is working with public procurement framework YORhub to create a Supply Chain Engagement Toolkit to drive innovation and boost opportunity for small businesses.
County Durham facade specialist ARGLA goes into adminstration
Architectural Glass and Aluminium Limited (ARGLA) has entered administration, with all 43 employees left jobless.
Education should be the first stop on the Timber in Construction...
Paul Cave, sales director at Koppers, discusses how a cross industry effort to grow understanding and awareness is needed to fully realise the aims of the Timber in Construction Roadmap.
Planning and project management software ensures Taunton Diagnostics Centre is future-fit
The Kier Group used Asta Powerproject planning and project management software to orchestrate the complex fit-out of a new diagnostics centre in Somerset.
Home Energy launches exclusive ECO HOME 10 tariff with Fischer Future...
Electric heating manufacturer Fischer Future Heat has partnered with domestic energy supplier Home Energy to launch the UK’s most efficient fixed priced energy deal - giving Fischer customers exclusive access to 10 hours of reduced price electricity.
How to ensure you’re getting the best value for construction materials
The Build Chain investigates how by adopting a strategic and proactive approach, contractors and housebuilders can overcome the challenges presented by high and fluctuating pricing of construction materials.
Lessons from Warsaw: Preserving the heritage of industrial buildings while modernising
Aleksander Śpiewak, director at RSK Polska, explores the opportunities to keep the history and heritage of industrial buildings alive at the same time as offering a new lease of life.
Newforma X PBC on-demand: Harnessing technology for AECO coordination
In the first of this series of on-demand webinars, Carl Storms, technical solutions lead at Newforma, explores the role of technology in AECO coordination and project success.
Cambridge councillors to rule on water scarcity hospital case
A planned £300m cancer research hospital in Cambridge has been the cause of water scarcity concerns from the Environmental Agency and campaigners.
How can we improve supplier bid evaluation on public sector frameworks?
Shamayne Harris, head of procurement at Pagabo, explains that the evaluation of supplier bids for framework appointments must be thorough and sophisticated, just as much as the contract tender evaluations that follow.
Marks & Spencer, the minister and a “tour de force” of...
The Marks & Spencer planning row proves that politicians do not have carte blanche to ignore planning law principles, says Alison Ogley, planning and environment partner at national law firm Freeths.
The impact of Re-flow and AI on construction
Re-flow explores the myriad benefits of utilising AI on workflow and efficiency.
Swift Joinery renews membership with Secured by Design
Specialist timber window and door manufacturer, Swift Joinery, have renewed their membership with Secured by Design (SBD).
Bridging the biodiversity gap: AI solutions for BNG success
In this article, Shashin Mishra, VP of EMEA explores how AI technology can bridge skills gaps, improve mapping accuracy, and enable ecologists to focus on high-value tasks, ultimately supporting the successful implementation of BNG.
South Cambridge science park wins outline planning approval
Known as the Cambridge Discovery Campus, the South Cambridge based science park is worth an estimated £400m.
Seventh anniversary of Grenfell fire will pass with second report still...
The team leading the Grenfell Tower Inquiry have confirmed that the report will not be published before the seventh anniversary of the fire.
Building materials trade deficit exceeds £14bn
Calculating the difference between what the UK exports and imports, the current building materials trade deficit far exceeds the target set in the Construction 2025 strategy document.