Planning and building regulations encourage a ‘tick box’ mentality
Planning and building regulations allow developers to make bad technical decisions. David Frise, Head of Sustainability, BESA, has an alternative approach
Merry Christmas from the PBC Today team!
It’s been a tumultuous year for the construction sector. The vote to leave the European Union in June certainly pushed some firms into difficulties,...
Precast modular construction is changing the sector
Neil Magner and Gavin Lowe, of FP McCann outline how precast modular construction has been used to regenerate Swansea University’s New Bay Campus
Technology has paved the way for a transport revolution
Intelligent mobility and smart technology will change how we travel. Simon White, PR and Communications Manager at the Transport Systems Catapult explains
Code of Conduct for Approved Inspectors undergoes revision
The revised Code of Conduct will be introduced on 1 January 2017. Paul Wilkins, Chair of the ACAI, explains what the changes mean for Approved Inspectors
Energy efficiency policy should consider how buildings can lower emissions
Kevin Bohea, President of the British Rigid Urethane Foam Manufacturers Association (BRUFMA) examines the challenges ahead for energy efficiency policy
Part Q brings a minimum level of security for new and...
Nicola Harrison, General Manager, Bereco says Part Q is a step in the right direction for building security but certification will ensure compliance
The future is bright; the future is offsite construction
PBC Today’s Lisa Carnwell gains an insight into the man leading the charge for offsite construction, in an interview with new Buildoffsite Chair Andrew Dix
Skills shortages in the construction industry expected to worsen in 2017
A new analysis suggests the ongoing construction skills shortage will become more difficult next year as activity and production levels increase
National Park housing development plan gets the go ahead
A plan aimed at tackling the shortage of affordable housing in a Scottish National Park has been given the green light
£2m fine for three contractors after a worker suffers serious leg...
Three contractors have been handed fines totalling more than £2m after a worker sustained serious leg injuries following health and safety failings
Construction sector provides social and economic mobility
Social and economic mobility can be attained through the construction sector, according to a new report from the Chartered Institute of Building
Bonfield domestic energy efficiency review sets out 27 recommendations
Domestic energy efficiency upgrades should be backed by a quality mark to protect homeowners, says new review from BRE chief
A review into domestic energy...
London gets £220m investment to improve infrastructure and public spaces
More than £220m is to be invested by Transport for London to improve London streets, transportation, and public spaces
NBS launches its seventh National BIM Survey for 2017
The NBS has announced the launch of its National BIM Survey, one of the industry’s most comprehensive reviews into the use of BIM
Guidance helps protect Scotland’s traditional buildings from climate change
New guidance has been published by Historic Environment Scotland, setting out how to safeguard Scotland’s traditional buildings from climate change
Security as well as fire regulations need to be at the...
Secured by Design outlines the physical security guidance set out in Part Q and highlights why this is as important as long-established fire regulations
BSI Kitemark highlights the capability of firms to deliver successful projects
Andy Butterfield, Product Certification Director of Built Environment, BSI discusses the recently launched Kitemark for PAS 1192-2 Information Management
BIM ensures better project delivery and industry collaboration
Paul Daynes, Regional Director, UK and Northern Europe, Newforma discusses why BIM is so important and the obstacles that stand in the way of adopting it
Lagan Construction Group almost doubles its profits
Belfast-based firm Lagan Construction Group has revealed a significant surge in profits in the year to March 2016
Effective energy strategies should be lean, clean and green
Chris Hocknell, Technical Director, Eight Associates outlines how to evaluate energy strategies and what issues should be considered
BIM Show Live 2017 publishes content programme for the event
After taking a year out to restructure the event, the BIM Show Live is back next year, and the content programme has been released
Why the GTIN is important for welcoming manufacturers into the BIM...
Here, coBuilder Marketing explain the importance of the GTIN in manufacturing and how this ties into the digital construction world through BIM
Printers for construction sites must be small, smart, but tough too
Andrew Hall, Marketing Manager, Oki Systems UK discusses the value of investing in quality printers for building site offices
Infrastructure investment is set for a multi-million pound boost in Wales
The Welsh government has revealed plans to invest billions of pounds in transport infrastructure upgrades over the next five years
Infrastructure in Wales is set...
How to manage dust on construction sites
Dr Hugh Datson, Principal Environmental Scientist, DustScan Ltd discusses the necessary steps to mitigate and manage dust on construction sites