Bovis earmarks an extra £3.5m to fix construction errors
Negative press about the quality of properties built by housebuilder Bovis has seen another £3.5m being put aside to pay for repairs
Mick George Telecoms – The future’s bright, the future’s Mick George...
Mick George Ltd discuss their expansion with Mick George Telecoms, venturing into a more advanced and technologically sophisticated service.
What sets ‘savvy’ business operators apart from your...
Building offsite: Construction is taking shape in factories across the UK
Buildoffsite explains why building offsite in factories is an attractive method that provides many benefits and opportunities for the construction industry
Britain’s approach to BIM provides a model for the world
Enforcing the BIM mandate is proving slow, but Gavin Bonner, Global BIM Manager at Cundall argues that Britain is leading the way in BIM implementation
Councils should be given a greater role to solve the housing...
A new report suggests the key to solving the UK’s ongoing housing crisis is to give local councils more power to buy and sell land
Structural waterproofing support for podium decks and buried roofs
Here, James Berry, PCA’s Technical Manager provides insight into the main themes in the “Guidance Document - Podium Decks & Buried Roofs"
Facilities Management – The Smarter Choice for Businesses
Mick George Ltd discuss the benefits of facilities management for businesses, and the solution they provide.
When we stereotype ‘the professional business’ in an idyllic...
Accessibility is a shared responsibility from the start
Ian Streets, of About Access discusses how the principles of good accessibility are imperative when designing for people with disabilities
Construction slowdown seen in June according to latest PMI
Figures reveal a construction slowdown last month, with the Purchasing Managers’ Index falling lower than expected
The new study programmes: How can they benefit the construction industry?
MidKent College discusses how the move from traditional courses to new study programmes is aiding the construction industry
CITB makes efficiency savings by streamlining operations and focusing on key...
According to the latest annual reports and accounts, CITB has supported a number of apprenticeships and training schemes, benefiting the industry
Asbestos House Surveys – Asbestos doesn’t have to mean Check Mate
Mick George Ltd. discuss the need for regulators to make Asbestos house surveys compulsory when purchasing a property.
As if the outright purchase of a...
RICS BIM4SME Awards open to all companies of all size
The RICS BIM4SME Awards, which recognises best practice and excellence, is open to all businesses until 7 August 2017
How can we reduce the impact of flooding on properties?
Mary Dhonau, Chair of the Flood Protection Group at the PCA highlights the professional standards required to mitigate the impact of flooding
Masonry solutions are key when it comes to building more homes
Guy Thompson of The Concrete Centre outlines the response by the Modern Masonry Alliance to the Housing White Paper, "Fixing our broken housing market”
Homeowners should book their builder at least four months prior to...
New research from the Federation of Master Builders has revealed homeowners should allow four months’ notice to hire a builder
What do you need to look for when choosing a structural...
With so many structural warranty companies to choose from, it can be difficult to find the right one. Q Assure Build Ltd’s Clare M Thomas provides insight
The continual development of BIM: How can your firm utilise it?
Level 2 is here and we’re on the path to Level 3, but the continual development of BIM is vital for future innovation. Stroma...
Concerns about overheating homes leads to new guidance from the CIBSE
The CIBSE has released new guidance to address the causes of overheating homes as the UK looks set to have one of the hottest summers in 41 years
The launch of new fire detection qualifications heralded a huge success
Four new fire detection qualifications have been labelled a success after being well received during their launch in London last week
Working towards accreditation for BIM certification
Ian Ronksley, Accreditation Development Manager at UKAS, explains what is being done to provide accreditation for BIM certification.
Documents suggest cladding on Grenfell Tower was changed to cheaper version
The BBC has revealed documents showing the cladding on Grenfell Tower was changed from zinc to a less fire resistant aluminium
General Election result – where now for construction?
Kim Vernau, CEO of BLP Insurance examines the impact of the recent General Election result and what it means for the construction industry
Building regulations must change to prevent overheating deaths
The government is being urged to consider changes to building regulations to prevent overheating in homes and public buildings
Grenfell Tower inquest likely to be led by retired Court of...
Grenfell Tower inquest likely to be led by retired Court of Appeal judge
£160,000 fine after roof fall leads to life changing injuries for...
A firm has been fined after a worker sustained significant injuries after a fall from a roof onto a concrete floor