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Kier road worker on site to represent Birmingham road workers

Figures reveal 465 incidents of abuse against Birmingham road workers

A new campaign has been launched by the Integrated Programme Alliance (IPA) to raise awareness of abuse against Birmingham road workers.
CGI of new Birmingham resiential scheme

Plans submitted for flagship Birmingham residential scheme

Sama Investments has submitted plans to deliver a new Birmingham residential scheme which will unlock a new gateway into Digbeth and the city centre.
Engineering lesson in school - visibility of engineering

Academics call for increased visibility of engineering in schools 

Academics, in collaboration with NMITE and the Engineering Professors' Council (EPC), have called for more visibility of engineering in schools 
Ensuring the compressive strength of insulation keeps your building's thermal performance at their optimum- lowering energy use and costs

Why is compressive strength so important when it comes to insulation?

Ensuring the compressive strength of insulation keeps your building's thermal performance at their optimum- lowering energy demand, emissions and bills.
Modern Office Architecture

Revizto goes live at Digital Construction Week 2023

In this episode of Collaboration Corner, Revizto returns to ExCel London to attend Digital Construction Week 2023 to showcase their new phone app, catch up with clients, and more!
As the Met Office releases a 30 degree weather warning, Actis explains how the right insulation can reflect heat away in the summer

Met Office 30 degree weather warning raises importance of insulation

As the Met Office releases a 30 degree weather warning, Actis explains how the right insulation can not only keep homes warm in the winter, but can also reflect heat away in the summer.
Data scientists. Man programmer using laptop analyzing and development at various information on futuristic virtual interface screen. Algorithm. marketing and deep learning of artificial intelligence

The power of a Knowledge Transfer Partnership in streamlining construction cost...

A Knowledge Transfer Partnership between the University of Nottingham and construction consultancy Gleeds is bringing the power of AI to streamline the process for cost estimation.
crane hook hanging in the air at sunset

Stronger planning and project controls called for in Turner & Townsend’s...

Stronger planning and project controls are needed as the construction sector faces a capacity crunch, according to Turner & Townsend's UKMI report.
Atkins Environment Practice to expand by half in the next two years in response to increased demand for sustainable infrastructure

Atkins Environment Practice to expand by 50% by 2025

Atkins Environment Practice to expand by half in the next two years in response to increased demand for sustainable infrastructure.
Construction workers planning - Part L Building Regulations

Deadline approaches for updated Part L Building Regulations for architects, builders,...

As of June 15, 2023, the grace period for adhering to the revised Part L Building Regulations comes to an end.
Construction workers planning - Part L Building Regulations

Uni of Leicester propose framework for land use decision making

Researchers led by the University of Leicester have proposed a new framework for land use decision making, which could help balance demands and enhance the environment.
three female site managers

Building a career in construction as a female site manager

Keen to fly the flag for females in construction, three female site managers share their experience about building a career in construction.
Ribbons in the colors of the national flag of Ukraine are tied to the handrail. Yellow-blue tapes.

Modular construction in Ukraine surges amidst rebuilding drive

Modular construction in Ukraine has taken off in order to rebuild the country. John McMullen, marketing director, Modular Building Institute explores the task at hand.
Over 130 Premier Guarantee staff across the UK will enjoy face-to-face sessions on the Competency Training Tour

Premier Guarantee’s Competency Training Tour hits the road

Over 130 Premier Guarantee staff across the UK will enjoy face-to-face sessions on the Competency Training Tour.

BTR scheme in Birmingham tops out

Winvic tops out of on first phase of 398 Apartment BTR scheme in Birmingham for Moda Living.
Businesswoman is talking about new project in the meeting room. Her team is sitting around a table and listening their manager carrefully.

Aldermore launch new construction finance team

New Aldermore finance proposition to be backed by a dedicated construction finance team.
London City skyline, view from Stave Hill

National Metrics Library to improve built environment assets

A new strategy paper created by the Scottish Futures Trust and The Hub has outlined the benefits of creating a National Metrics Library for the UK’s built environment.

Hemel Hempstead affordable homes get green light

rg+p secure planning permission for Hemel Hempstead affordable homes and homeless charity HQ.
Post-industrial office space (conception), representing how digitising interior design

Digitising interior design is no headache with Bluebeam

Digitising interior design is easier than you think with Bluebeam, allowing you to easily group, tag and replicate information for clients.
Carpenter using circular power saw for cutting wood, home improvement, do it yourself (DIY) and construction works concept, action shot, representing the risk of wood dust exposure

HSE to target wood dust exposure in site inspections to tackle...

Woodworking industries such as sawmilling, manufacture of composite boards, and carpentry are not taking measures to protect workers from the risks of wood dust exposure, according to the HSE.
Photo of young male team of business people in group, architect and engineer on construction site checking documents and business workflow using the virtual reality headset in unmade new startup office.

Construction technology adoption: A strategic roadmap for business leaders

A recent report by Mckinsey and Company placed construction in the ‘lower rungs’ of digitisation, some 15% less than other leading industries.
Engineer people meeting working in modern office for discussing, engineering .Hands of Engineer working on blueprint Construction concept

Government urged to abandon proposals for new infrastructure levy

The BPF has urged the Government to abandon the proposals for a new infrastructure levy and to improve the existing CIL and Section 106 instead.
Worker sweating from working in a heatwave in summer

Working in a heatwave: What are your rights?

There are no laws specifying when the temperature is too hot to work; however, employers have a duty of care to ensure adequate safety when working in a heatwave, or they can face a lawsuit.
Young facilities management worker writing checklist on site

Pursuing a career in facilities management

Inspiring new generations to pursue a career in facilities management will help tackle the skills shortage, says Steve McGregor, DMA Group.
Forklift driver feeling frustrated while working in aluminum mill, representing mental health in construction

Mental health in construction- why stress management is vital

With 91% of people working in construction feeling overwhelmed, mental health continues to be of chief concern. Premier Guarantee looks into how the sources of and ways to manage stress.
Working day on a hydroelectric power plant. Checking the condition of the equipment, and planning reconstruction of the dam wall.

£1.5m project to employ 3D printing for water infrastructure repairs

Researchers from Manchester Met University will use 3D printing to replace parts on equipment used for water infrastructure repairs.