Construction materials price hike hits 70 per cent of builders
New research has revealed that some 70 per cent of builders have experienced an increase in the price of construction materials due to a depreciation of the pound
Careers in construction are being promoted via a new programme
Two construction organisations have launched the Step In Step Up project to showcase the careers available in the construction sector in the South West
Mezzanine installer fined after worker falls through lift shaft void
A firm has been fined after a worker fell through a lift shaft void onto a concrete floor while installing a mezzanine floor at a factory
Considerate Constructors Scheme reveals its new monitoring checklist
A new checklist has been announced by the Considerate Constructors Scheme to assess and score performance of sites, companies and suppliers
How regulations are cutting emissions in the heating and ventilation sector
Kilfrost Ltd explains how industry regulations are aiding the drive to reduce the impact of the heating and ventilation sector on the environment
Quick build homes could offer the key to tackling the housing...
Tens of thousands of quick build homes could be constructed across the country to reduce the crisis in the housing sector
Brick merchant sees a rise in pre-tax profit and turnover prior...
Brickability, a brick merchant, has revealed it saw growth as it headed towards a multimillion pound management buyout
Innovation lab for the built environment launched by the UK-GBC
The UK-GBC has revealed its first Innovation Lab, which offers a radical new approach to innovation in the built environment
Indoor air quality must be a consideration in buildings
Andy Mudie, Marketing & Business Development Director at Nuaire outlines why the quality of indoor air in buildings is an issue that cannot be ignored
Prior Approval: he shoots, he scores, or does he?
Mark Thackeray, Principal Consultant, Walsingham Planning asks if prior approval has helped or hindered the planning system
Safety failings and poor planning over work at height put employee...
A housebuilder has been prosecuted following safety failings that led to a worker falling from scaffolding while constructing a timber-framed building
Affordable housing gains £7bn boost as the government unlocks funding
Housing providers will be able to apply for a share of £7bn funding to help expand affordable homes across the country
Accessible homes change lives for the better and ensure inclusion
Deborah Stephenson, Director of Operations at Habinteg highlights the impact of living in accessible homes and the importance of inclusive design
Hewden machinery and equipment assets will be disposed of by Euro...
Euro Auctions has been appointed by administrators to dispose of failed plant equipment hire firm Hewden’s assets
Meeting fire safety obligations
Shaun Doyle, of Ivorfire Safety outlines what firms need to do to meet their fire safety obligations
What can go wrong with roofing?
Andy Butchers, Director of Build-Zone Survey Services shares his insider knowledge to help you troubleshoot this key element of your building project.
UK construction PMI hits nine month high in December as costs...
Activity in the construction sector grew at the fastest rate in nine months in December, according to the latest UK construction PMI
Infrastructure obstacles to be overcome with new government-backed pilot
A new pilot scheme backed by the government will unblock infrastructure delays that are holding up the process of housebuilding
It is time for some clear thinking about guidance on glass
About Access outlines the need for greater guidance when it comes to glass and highlights opportunities to ensure good design also incorporates safety
Planning system holds back the delivery of new homes
The construction of new homes is being delayed due to the demands placed on homebuilders trying to navigate the planning system
£185,000,000: Is this the cost of delivering COBie UK?
Paul Oakley, Director BIM at BRE talks about the cost of COBie and the challenges associated with utilising the schema
What to expect from the construction industry in 2017
Ian Anfield, Managing Director for the construction audit and contract provider, Hudson Contract, comments on his predictions for the industry in year ahead
Starter Homes to begin construction this year says Housing Minister
The government has revealed the first wave of Starter Homes will begin construction in 2017, providing discounted properties across the country
The impact of Business Improvement Districts on urban regeneration
Peter Williams, CEO, Better Bankside talks about how Business Improvement Districts can influence change on a local level
Data: what is it, why do we have it and what...
Rob Charlton, CEO, Space Group explains the importance of data in the construction environment and why it is needed to ensure the success of projects
Garden villages could provide more than 48,000 homes
The government has backed 14 new garden villages, which will see a significant number of new homes delivered across England