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New compulsory purchase guide to inform property owners
The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) has published a new guide to inform property owners and occupiers of the compulsory purchase order (CPO).
Countdown to COP26: A greener future for construction
With global attention on Glasgow this autumn, we look at what the built environment professionals can expect from the COP26 international summit of 2021.
Demand for detached homes rises as homeowners seek more space
Detached houses now make up the largest proportion of new home registrations in the UK, as demand for more space rises, according to new data by NHBC.
How to measure the success of a digital twin
Ali Nicholl from Iotics explores “what good looks like” when it comes to digital twins.
Costain bags hydrogen storage facility contract
Costain has been awarded the concept development and FEED study for the HyNet project hydrogen storage facility in northwest England.
HS2 confirms jobs boost for West Midlands and Crewe
New research has found that the construction of HS2 is expected to support over 4,000 more jobs than previously forecast – including a boost of almost 1,500 more jobs on the section between the West Midlands and Crewe.
New proposals to recognise architects’ international qualifications
A new recognition system to acknowledge architecture qualifications from around the world will be implemented.
‘Forcing construction workers onto bikes is dangerous,’ warns Unite
Forcing construction workers in London onto bikes is dangerous, warns construction union Unite, after TfL issued travel advice to avoid congestion on public transport.
Asite joins the Construction Industry Institute
Asite has become a member of Construction Industry Institute (CII) at the University of Texas. The organisation brings together construction leaders to help shape and move the industry forward.
Kier Highways to complete motorway upgrade six months early
Kier Highways is set to finish construction of its Highways England project M6 13-15 motorway upgrade work six months early.
Fasteners, fixings and everything in between for fast track construction
Buildings need to come together more quickly than ever. To do so without compromising integrity and quality depends on every little detail. This detail comes right down to the fasteners and fixings that hold the building envelope together, explains David Fraser, NVELOPE® business unit manager at SFS UK.
New report urges Government to improve apprenticeship system
High skill, high tech construction apprenticeships are needed to boost the skills in infrastructure projects to drive the UK’s economic recovery, according to the Construction Industry Council (CIC).
Construction inspections to crack down on dust
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is launching its fourth wave of construction site inspections, focusing on respiratory risks and occupational lung disease.
Winvic wins £3.4m A5 highway contract
Winvic has been appointed by Highways England to undertake widening and roundabout construction works on the A5 highway, as part of the S278 agreement.
HS2 signs landmark R&D agreement
HS2 has signed an agreement with leading railway research centres in UK universities that will enable it to access world-leading research capabilities, knowledge and facilities.
HS2 Chiltern tunnelling machines set to leave the factory
HS2 has revealed the first images and publicly-chosen names of the first two completed giant Tunnel Boring Machines (TBMs) that will excavate the twin-bore Chiltern tunnel.
It’s time to focus on opportunities for success, say female engineers
Speaking ahead of International Women in Engineering Day (INWED20), female engineers say there is too much emphasis put on the barriers to women in engineering professions and not enough celebration of their successes.
Council appoint Arup to renovate Cardiff’s digital infrastructure
Arup has been appointed to support Cardiff city's plan for its reopening, investigating opportunities to improve access to open space, digital infrastructure, air quality, and active travel.
Construction project managers anticipate disruptions as firms reopen
Nearly half of project professionals say construction projects have been delayed as a result of coronavirus, as fears grow for future disruptions, according to a survey by the Association for Project Management (APM).
Parts of British Steel sold to Chinese steelmaker Jingye
Certain parts of the business and assets of British Steel Ltd (BSL) have been officially sold to Jingye Steel (UK) Ltd and Jingye Steel (UK) Holding Ltd (together Jingye).
The European Green Deal: What impact on the built environment?
The European Green Deal is a major new commitment from the EU to tackle urgent environment-related challenges on the way to a climate-neutral economy by 2050. Eugenio Quintieri of the European Builders Confederation looks at the implications for the built environment.
Kier to deliver £30m regeneration scheme for Braintree District
Kier has been appointed by Braintree District Council to deliver the £30m Manor Street regeneration scheme in Braintree’s Town Centre.
City & Guilds wins contract to deliver Construction T Level qualifications
City & Guilds, working with EAL, has been selected by the Department for Education (DfE) and Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IfATE) following a highly competitive bidding process to offer T Levels.
Addressing the skills gap in construction
Liz Scott, Head of HR at Actavo Direct, discusses how companies can drive talent and train construction professionals of the future to bridge today’s current skills gap.
Kier drops to £245m loss
Struggling contractor, Kier has reported a full-year loss of £245m, as it pushes ahead with restructuring despite uncertainty over its financial health.
Apprentices gain experience from building new school
Aylesbury’s St Michael’s Catholic School has proven to be a learning experience for the team that built it, following a construction education.