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The NHBC Foundation launches new Carbon Jargon Guide
The NHBC Foundation has published a new 'Carbon Jargon Guide' – a free guide to help explain and standardise the language used around carbon and energy in the housebuilding industry.
WGBC launches manifesto for a sustainable built environment in Africa
The Africa Regional Network of the World Green Building Council has launched a manifesto for the development of a sustainable built environment in Africa.
Elecosoft: From file-sharing to dynamic data-sharing
In this article, Elecosoft explores the drive towards dynamic data-sharing to communicate specifications and standards in construction.
Elecosoft: Creating ownership and consistency with a dynamic information system
Managing your specifications and design standards in a central dynamic information system allows for credible, up-to-date information to be cascaded and communicated to not just your internal colleagues, but the wider build and fit-out supply chain for your business
Michael Gove returns to DLUHC
Michael Gove has been reappointed as secretary of levelling up, housing and communities in Rishi Sunak's new cabinet.
UK build-to-rent could increase five-fold in the next decade
A long-term projection of the sector released to celebrate a decade of the Montague Review suggests that UK build-to-rent will continue to increase.
South London loft conversion specialist uses West Fraser’s SterlingOSB Zero
A Surrey loft conversion specialist is making extensive use of SterlingOSB Zero from panel product manufacturer West Fraser, based on the board’s value, performance and ease of installation.
Social rent cap could cost local councils more than £3bn in...
Analysis from Savills on behalf of the Local Government Association(LGA) has found that a proposed 5% social rent cap could cost councils more than £3bn.
Party conferences: What we heard – and what we didn’t –...
Fiona Fletcher-Smith, chief executive of L&Q, reflects on what she said, heard - and would have wanted to hear – about solving the housing crisis at the Labour and Conservative party conferences.
Backfill BIM: How going digital can futureproof operational buildings
Applying Backfill BIM retrospectively to operational buildings can be a daunting task, but embracing digital can play a vital role in effective management now and in the future, says Matt Samways, managing director of AIMIS Solutions.
Greener, better, faster: Modular’s role in solving the housing crisis
Housebuilding in the UK has remained largely unchanged for generations but a new report highlighting the rise of modular construction gives us the opportunity to deliver much-needed new homes and solve the housing crisis, says Steve Cole, director of Make UK Modular.
What are the key features and benefits of CMMS?
Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS), coordinates a company’s maintenance activities through digital software, from routine servicing to machinery breakdowns and performance issues. In this article, Elecosoft explains the key features and benefits of the system, and why companies should invest.
Barratt Developments appoints first female director to its board
Barratt Developments North East has appointed Karen Wheatley as the first female commercial director to its board.
House prices fall in September as cost of living crisis and...
The September Halifax House Price Index showed that house prices experienced a slight fall in September, marking the second marginal decrease over the past three months.
Payapps announces partnership with Eque2
Payapps has announced today (7 October) its official partnership with Eque2, a construction, contracting, and housebuilding software firm.
Construction output bounces back in September despite low business predictions
UK construction output showed an unexpected improvement in September, following two months of falling output. However, outlook has dimmed as survey reveals weakest trend for new orders since recovery began in 2020.
Safe cladding regulations: Why construction needs greater accountability
The UK has delivered long-awaited changes to combustible cladding criteria on major property developments, five years after the Grenfell Tower tragedy. But updating the law to enable safer cladding regulations is just the tip of the iceberg, Elecosoft explains.
Will the housing market crash in 2022?
As property prices fall the first time this year, industry voices are beginning to wonder if a housing market crash is on the horizon for the UK. PBC Today explores the reasons a housing market crash may-or may not- happen.
Homes England to offer support for SME housebuilders with new development...
New support for SME housebuilders will be offered with a new development finance fund from Homes England and Newstead Capital.
Sustainability in construction: How buildings are becoming more eco-friendly
Karlo Jacutan, UK Flat Roofing, explores the current state of sustainability in construction and how homes, properties and businesses are becoming more eco-friendly.
Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard initiative to be led by David...
The Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard initiative has appointed Related Argent’s chairman, David Partridge, as chair of its recently convened governance board.
Intelligent fire suppression protects listed barn conversion
Yusuf Muhammad, co-founder and chief design officer at Plumis, explains to PBC Today the benefits of using watermist fire suppression to protect listed buildings.
Timber frame adoption: What’s the hold-up?
Paramount Timber Group explores the obstacles to mass timber frame adoption and how they can be overcome.
Latest ONS figures show a continued decrease in construction output in...
The latest ONS figures for construction output in July 2022 showed a second consecutive decrease in monthly construction output, following seven consecutive months of growth in the sector between November 2021 and May 2022.
Glenigan September 2022 Construction Index shows a fall in project-starts
Glenigan September 2022 Construction Index highlights a downward trend across most sectors, showing decreased project starts in housebuilding and non-residential projects
Construction industry reacts as Liz Truss named next UK prime minister
Liz Truss has won the conservative election race against Rishi Sunak to become the next UK prime minister. Here we look at how the construction industry has reacted to the announcement and its likely impact on the housing sector.