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Modular building being constructed, of the kind the Modular Building Framework will help to deliver

NHS hunting firm for £2.6bn modular building framework

The NHS has launched a hunt for a new firm to supply and join a modular building framework for £2.6bn, replacing a previous programme.
NHBC has appointed Stefan Szymoszowskyj as regional director to lead customer relations with house builders in Scotland

Stefan Szymoszowskyj appointed as NHBC’s regional director for Scotland

NHBC, the UK’s largest provider of new home warranties and insurance, has appointed Stefan Szymoszowskyj as regional director to lead customer relations with house builders in Scotland.
Newforma has enhanced its industry-leading cloud-based AECO project information management solution Konekt with innovative system for critical contract changes

Newforma Konekt introduces Contract Change Management system feature

Newforma Konekt has enhanced its industry-leading cloud-based AECO project information management solution with an innovative system for critical contract changes.
MAD World and mental health charity Mates in Mind have partnered up to host the inaugural MAD World Construction Summit on 17 October

Inaugural MAD construction mental health summit set to boost sector wellbeing

MAD World and Mates in Mind have partnered up to host the inaugural MAD World Construction Summit on 17 October 2024, seeking to make health just as important as safety in the sector.
Gareth Jones, new GMI group managing director

New GMI construction group managing director appointed

Gareth Jones has been appointed as the new GMI construction group managing director, from Midlands divisional managing director.
The nature protection AI tool will protect nature during infrastructure development

Nature protection AI tool launched

A nature protection AI tool has been launched by The Sustainable Markets Initiative and AECOM, for use during infrastructure development.
ISO certification keep the construction industry safe and up to standard

Veriforce CHAS launches ISO certification for construction

Veriforce CHAS has launched a UKAS-accredited ISO certification body for the construction industry: CHAS Certification.
CCN warning: too many housing estates like this one can put pressure on local infrastructure

CCN warning for government: be wary of ‘developer free for all’

The County Councils Network (CCN) have published a statement warning the government that planning reforms may risk 'excessive' targets putting pressure on local services.
Digitalising your fire door inspections ensures increased efficiency and compliance- guaranteeing peace of mind for your company and clients

[VIDEO] Why it’s time to digitalise your door inspections

Digitalising your fire door inspections ensures increased efficiency and compliance- guaranteeing peace of mind for your company and clients.
A panel convened at the Labour Party Conference in Liverpool on Tuesday discussed the role structural timber in delivering housing targets with industry experts and policy professionals

Structural timber key to delivering 1.5m housing targets, say panel of...

A panel convened at the Labour Party Conference in Liverpool on Tuesday discussed the role of structural timber in delivering housing targets with industry experts and policy professionals.
Ian Streets, managing director of About Access, looks at how to make modern accessible offices available to all

Accessible offices to captivate – but not capture – colleagues

Ian Streets, managing director of About Access, looks at how to make modern accessible offices available to all.
Rental homes will need to be more energy efficient homes

Ed Miliband promises energy efficient homes for all

Speaking at the Labour conference, Ed Miliband pledged to make all socially and privately rented homes more energy efficient.
Manhattan Loft Gardens, one of the project worked on by Weclad alliance

Weclad alliance brings together façade specialists

Four major façade specialists across Europe are co-operating and have established the Weclad alliance, consolidating expertise.
Planning reform is needed to stop projects from being delayed

BCC says planning reform must move quickly

The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has released a statement calling on the government to swiftly reform planning.
Field management software can help your construction business reduce inefficiencies, plan for the future and become more competitive

Choosing construction field management software has never been easier

The right field management software can help your construction business reduce inefficiencies, plan effectively for the future and become more competitive.
Solar energy megacells will be able to store heat from solar panels like the ones being installed here

Caldera develops solar energy megacell to aid switch

UK start-up company Caldera is developing a solar energy megacell, intended to help industry switch from gas to solar.
Public EV charging infrastructure has made great strides – but it is not enough to focus solely on numbers. To promote more sustainable travel, we must ensure that accessible EV charging is available to everyone, writes Matthew Jackson, associate director at the Scottish Futures Trust

To drive change, we need accessible EV charging in the right...

Public EV charging infrastructure has made great strides – but it is not enough to focus solely on numbers. To promote more sustainable travel, we must ensure that accessible EV charging is available to everyone, writes Matthew Jackson, associate director at the Scottish Futures Trust.
Read how the team at King & Moffatt use 360° reality capture to bring the power of BIM to the field, enhancing office and field collaboration

King & Moffatt leverages OpenSpace for more efficient office and field...

Read how the team at King & Moffatt use 360° reality capture to bring the power of BIM to the field, enhancing office and field collaboration.
The new SFS BSA adjustable fastening system allows for faster fixing of tapered insulation over steel decks- as well as being suitable for PIR and steel wool

SFS facilitates faster fixing of tapered insulation over steel decks with...

The new SFS BSA adjustable fastening system allows for faster fixing of tapered insulation over steel decks- as well as being suitable for PIR and steel wool.
Businesses are more willing than ever to pay for low-carbon steel

Nearly half of businesses would pay more for low-carbon steel

A survey, conducted by Ramboll and the Climate Group, has shown that nearly 50% of businesses are willing to pay more for low-carbon steel.
CMA investigations and dawn raids are ramping up

CMS report says CMA investigations are intensifying

A first-of-its-kind report by law firm CMS has shown that CMA investigations are intensifying, with increased dawn raids and third-party tip offs.
The UK NZC Building Standard will allow for more net zero buildings to be made

Construction industry reacts to UK NZC Building Standard

The UK has launched the first cross-industry Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard (UK NZC Building Standard), and experts in the industry have given their opinion.
Lord Richard Harrington, new chair of UKREiiF

Lord Richard Harrington appointed UKREiiF chair

The UKREiiF has announced the appointment of Lord Richard Harrington as chair to assist in the next phase of growth.
The location of the conference, and the Keir Starmer keynote speech

Construction industry reacts as Keir Starmer gives first keynote speech as...

Speaking at the Labour Party Conference in Liverpool, prime minister Keir Starmer said that his plans will be "tough in the short-term, but in the long-term it’s the right thing to do for our country."
The net zero trail will feature the latest in sustainability

UKCW announces Net Zero Trail

UK Construction Week (UKCW) have announced a focus on sustainability with the Net Zero Trail, featuring various shows and hubs.
Heras renew membership with Secured by Design

Heras renew membership with Secured by Design

Heras, leading supplier of perimeter protection services have renewed their membership with the police Secured by Design (SBD) initiative.