What needs to change to accelerate the energy transition?
With a new Parliament and sturdy majority, what will Labour do to address the looming deadlines for the clean energy transition?
How to improve accessibility in modern office renovations
About Access’ Ian Streets explains that improving accessibility from the outset is key to any modernisation effort.
The golden thread of information on hospital construction project
How the Golden Thread of Information connected multiple stakeholders on the Midland Metropolitan University Hospital project.
[VIDEO] CIBSE unveils “Building Performance Reimagined” project
CIBSE has launched the Building Performance Reimagined initiative, aimed at transforming the landscape of building engineering and sustainability.
Pro-development policy must be prioritised by next government, says construction industry
According to a new survey, pro-development policy must take precedence if the construction industry is to achieve its full investment potential in the future.
FIEC urges against reclassification of recycled aggregates
The European Construction Industry Federation (FIEC) has warned against the reclassification of recycled or recovered aggregates from construction and demolition waste under the REACH regulation (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and restriction of Chemicals).
Energising utilities: Re-flow’s cutting-edge solutions and key takeaways from InstallerSHOW
Late June saw Re-flow visit the InstallerSHOW in the Birmingham NEC, where they delved into challenging the skills crisis with apprenticeships, delivering net zero.
Green skills desperately required in built environment
According to new data from the University College of Estate Management, professionals in the built environment say they desperately need candidates with green skills.
Actis expands its specification team with appointment of former builders’ merchant
Insulation specialist Actis has expanded its technical team with the appointment of a builders' merchant and specification manager exclusively focused on the East of England.
What are the advantages of building on a brownfield site?
Stefano Lobban, director at Herts Tools, explores the advantages of building on brownfield sites.
Landmark ruling opens polluting water companies to private prosecutions
A landmark Supreme Court judgement will open legal avenues to sue water companies for dumping sewage into waterways.
Construction industry braces for General Election 2024
As the country prepares to go to the polls tomorrow for the 2024 general election, the construction industry turns its focus to the next government.
Re:volve Real Estate appoints Melanie Jones as senior operations directorÂ
Wilmslow-based property and asset management firm Re:volve Real Estate has announced the senior hire of Melanie Jones in the newly created role of senior operations director.
The UK’s progress towards a Passivhaus standard in new homes
A new report from the NHBC Foundation explores the UK’s progress towards adopting a Passivhaus standard, the barriers that remain in house building and the cultural shift required to embed the approach in new homes.
£3bn affordable housing boost to deliver 20,000 new homes
In a significant move to address the UK's housing crisis, the government has announced a £3bn expansion to the Affordable Homes Guarantee Scheme.
CECA publish recommendations for new UK Government to deliver critical infrastructure
The Civil Engineering Contractors Association has published its recommendations to the incoming government to deliver the necessary infrastructure.
General Election 2024: What each party promise means for UK construction
Wondering what the Conservatives, Labour and the Lib Dems have said on construction topics in their manifestos? PBC Today's roundup gives you the lowdown on 2024 election promises.
Multiple green belt areas at risk of building expansion in the...
New study reveals Guildford’s green belt is most likely to be prioritised for building work after the election, as housebuilding in the area increases by 80%.
UK construction equipment sales rise in May
UK construction equipment retail sales increased in May after falling back in April, aligning with expectations that the market is now stable.
Galliford Try rebrands to support expansion into EV charging and 5G
Galliford Try's rebrand will see their telecommunications business become Galliford Try Digital Infrastructure.
Construction industry’s long-term growth reliant on more favourable conditions
Mace’s latest UK Market View demonstrates that expectations should be managed when it comes to the construction industry’s long-term growth as it depends on more favourable conditions and the approach of the next government.
Council spending on homelessness has tripled since 2015, warns LGA
LGA analysis of the Revenue Account Budget Data shows that council spending on homelessness for 2023/24 when compared with 2015/16 has increased by 42 per cent – about £733m.
Understanding best practice for sustainable materials procurement in construction
The Build Chain asks what does best practice look like for sustainable materials procurement in the construction industry.
Locking down security at Santander with Obexion SR2 Security Shutters
Obexion SR2 Security Shutters from Secured by Design member company Charter Global have been chosen as one of the security solutions for the new Santander campus at Unity Place.
Sheffield’s SuDS project reduces flood risk at Manor Fields Park
The SuDS project, designed to ease pressure on Sheffield’s watercourse and sewer network, will reduce the flow of water in Manor Fields Park’s Kirkbridge Dyke when there is increased water flow.
Consumers willing to spend more than £21,000 on a smart home
Samsung BNB Integrated Offering’s Smart Home Buyer Index 2024 revealed that 79% of people surveyed said that they want a smart home.