“It was a flop”: Construction industry reacts to Spring 2024 Budget
As the chancellor laid out the last budget of the financial year- and possibly the last before a general election- the UK construction industry has its say.
Massive regional divide in domestic retrofit in England, study finds
Analysis from the PNZ Group on domestic retrofit has uncovered a massive regional divide, with "no progress" made on greening homes in the North East of England.
Rethinking retrofit: UK social housing crisis demands urgent action
The UK's social housing stock is under scrutiny and demands urgent attention. In this article, Regan Costello, pre-construction manager of retrofit and decarbonisation, explores how retrofit can help.
Artificial intelligence health and safety system to be used on Sellafield...
An artificial intelligence health and safety system will give the Sellafield nuclear site a 360-degree window to ensure workplace safety.
How contractors can overcome the barriers to digital procurementÂ
The Build Chain explores the barriers to digital transformation and the steps to optimising your procurement business.
ICW Group announces first winners of ICW Showcase Awards
Building warranty and building control provider ICW Group has announced the first winners from across the UK construction sector in its inaugural ICW Showcase Awards.
Understanding the Spring Budget 2024- and what it means for UK...
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has delivered the Spring Budget for 2024, delivering promised tax cuts- and not much else.
Data as an infinite resource at the Interchange Conference
Re-flow attended the Interchange Conference on the 27 and 28 February to present their cutting-edge field management software and harness the power of data.
Antarctic runway upgraded to support UK polar science hub
The runway at Rothera research station has been resurfaced by BAM, improving access at one of the major international hubs for Antarctic research.
International Women’s Day: Gender equality, ESG and corporate sustainability
PBC Today sat down with Lesley Tracy, head of ESG at Dandra, ahead of International Women's Day to discuss her journey in the construction industry, and how to empower women and promote inclusivity in a traditionally male-dominated sector.
International Women’s Day: Two of Arup’s leaders reflect on their experiences
Two of Arup's leading figures- directors Becci Taylor and Sowmya Parthasarathy- reflect on the changes they have seen in their combined 50 year careers and predictions for the future.
Dame Kate Barker to lead new commission into England’s housing shortage
Dame Kate Barker CBE is to lead a new Commission into England’s housing shortage, with experts from the RTPI, Vistry Group and Society of Black Architects.
BT Redcare closure puts commercial building and home insurance policies at...
BT Redcare, a leading provider of Alarm Transmission Systems (ATS) in the UK, announced earlier this month they would be closing the service from 1st August 2025.
Newforma to deep dive into AECO collaboration success strategies in upcoming...
The latest PBC Today Webinar - AECO Collaboration: Strategies for Quality Improvement and Time Efficiency - in collaboration with Newforma, will reveal practical strategies to ensure your projects not only meet but exceed expectations in timelines and budgets.
Potential new cladding crisis looms after fire rips through London low-rise...
Fears have been raised of a new cladding crisis after a fire gutted four low-rise timber frame homes in Barnet- and 580 more properties were found to have the same unsafe plastic cladding.
The crucial role of smart IT in the construction industry’s ESG...
Rob Smith, CTO at Creative ITC, explains the often-underestimated impact of enterprise technology on climate change and outlines how construction businesses can stay ahead of the ESG curve.
Balfour Beatty VINCI launches last TBM on HS2’s high-speed railway route
The second tunnel boring machine, named 'Elizabeth,' joins its predecessor 'Mary Ann' in the 24/7 tunnelling operation led by Balfour Beatty VINCI, pushing HS2's high-speed railway project another step closer to completion.
How can copper improve sustainability in the construction industry?
The environmental impact of plastic is severe, especially given the availability of more sustainable options like copper for pipework. Oliver Lawton, co-founder of CuSP and managing director at Lawton Tubes, discusses the urgency for the construction industry to prioritise sustainability in a discussion on driving positive change.
Premier Guarantee unveils Site Manager of the Year award
Premier Guarantee expands its awards program to recognise outstanding individuals in the industry, introducing the Site Manager of the Year category to celebrate excellence in leadership, workmanship, and technical expertise.
Modest recovery keeps construction activity afloat
February PMI data pointed to improved demand conditions across UK construction, bringing a marginal increase to output and activity.
Modular specialist named winner of Actis-insulated classroom competition
A modular building specialist who launched a competition for one of the hundreds of RAAC-affected schools to win an Actis-insulated classroom has named the winner - and starts work on the project this month.
First UK company to follow Australia with high-silica quartz ban
Kitchen company Herringbone is the first to ban the sale of high-silica quartz worktops, after the risks posed to stonemasons prompted a ban in Australia.
Immersive digital technology to be used in urban design to create...
Encouraging teenage girls to stay active by designing city spaces that make use of immersive digital technology is the goal of new three-year project led by Birmingham City University (BCU).
Charity proposes policies to secure 5% of UK housing development by...
CLT Network has published its 2024 Community Land Trusts Manifesto, which enables community-led developments to account for at least 5% of UK housing development by 2029.
Scottish Plant Owners Association launches Women in Plant Working Group
The Scottish Plant Owners Association has established the Women in Plant working group to better represent the interests of women in the plant industry, fostering positive change and attracting more women to the sector.
Safeguarding your UK property investment: The role of retrospective building warranties
In the world of UK property, a vital but often neglected safeguard exists: retrospective building warranties. Build Warranty explores the significance of these warranties, providing essential cover for property owners, buyers, and lenders.