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Network Rail reveals winners of £640m design services contracts
Network Rail has announced the award of 82 framework contracts to deliver design services across the country.
BESA and ECA urge the government to move quickly on industry...
In light on the General Election result, Electrical Contractors' Association (ECA) and Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) are urging the government to use its new parliamentary majority to deliver much-needed industry reforms.
Late payment problems in construction need solving, says BESA
David Frise, CEO of BESA has urged the government to solve the late payment problems that challenge construction supply chains.
The ups and downs of the UK’s journey towards BIM Level...
John Eynon traces the ups and downs of the UK’s journey towards BIM Level 2 and digital transformation, reflecting on the stresses, the strains and the green shoots of hope for the future.
The benefits of BIM and digital solutions for construction
With many construction companies still not utilising Building Information Modelling, we review the benefits to businesses and discuss how software vendors can do more to encourage adoption, especially by SMEs.
Survey reveals damaging impact of unfair payment in construction
47% of small business owners and managing directors in the construction sector admit they’ve had to stop their own pay due to the impact of unfair payment practices by their buyers.
What do the political manifestos mean for the construction industry?
In the run-up to the general election, PBC Today takes a look at what the political party manifestos mean for the housebuilding and construction industry.
Politicians promise to tackle late payments
As part of their election manifesto, the Liberal Democrats and the Labour Party have promised to combat the multi-billion pound late payment problem crippling the construction industry.
Freelance construction workers earnings rise in October
According to the latest figures by Hudson Contract, earnings for freelance construction workers increased by 2.5% in November 2019.
Construction begins on Sunderland’s new City Hall
The construction of Sunderland's new City Hall will house Sunderland City Council and a range of public sector partners in a more cost effective base at the heart of the city centre.
Late payment epidemic must be tackled in General Election, says BESA
According to the Building Engineering Service Association (BESA), politicians must seize the opportunity to set out meaningful plans for the built environment during the General Election
The UK’s mobility sector must be sustainable, says Amey
A paper published by Amey Investments highlights key challenges associated with the UK’s mobility sector and suggests ways in which the UK could develop a more enriched sector that is sustainable and delivers social value.
Will politics impact the offsite construction sector?
Jim Roach, managing director of ARV Solutions, takes a look at whether party politics or internal politics will have the biggest impact on the offsite construction sector.
The future of the high street: Fewer products and more people
Earlier this year, a committee of MPs warned that major changes are needed to secure the future of town centres. David Edwards of Place-Make says there are reasons to be optimistic.
Why construction should make the most of R&D incentives
With the latest HMRC data showing just 1% of construction SMEs are making use of R&D tax credit incentives, Jenny Tragner, director at R&D tax credit consultancy ForrestBrown and member of HMRC’s R&D Consultative Committee, urges the industry to realise the full potential of R&D tax credits.
H&S regulations will weaken if Britain leaves the EU, poll says
As the UK remains in turmoil over Brexit, SMEs around the country appear to be growing nervous on the potential effects of safety measures on construction sites.
Government reveals winners of £30bn construction framework
The Crown Commercial Service (CCS) has named 128 suppliers on a major new procurement agreement which will help shape public sector construction.
The journey towards the National Digital Twin and a digital built...
Alexandra Bolton, executive director at the Centre for Digital Built Britain (CDBB), reflects on the first-ever CDBB Week and calls for collaboration on the road towards the National Digital Twin.
Introducing DigiPLACE: The Digital Platform for Construction in Europe
DigiPLACE represents an unprecedented collaboration between European construction bodies, owners, architects, research institutes and ICT firms to create a platform for the integration of digital construction.
£38m funding to speed up development of 2,000 homes across England
Government housing agency, Homes England, has agreed funding deals worth £38.2m with six local authorities to speed up the construction of over 2,000 homes across England.
Data release to boost UK PropTech sector
Housing Minister, Esther McVey, has revealed plans to release data held by local bodies to enable the UK PropTech sector to thrive and “bring about a digital revolution in the property sector.”
B+K wins £42m Sunderland City Hall contract
Bowmer + Kirkland has won the £42m Sunderland City Hall contract, the first building to be constructed on the former Vaux site
The new building,...
Making the case for quality in construction
The CIOB's new chief executive, Caroline Gumble, discusses the work of their Construction Quality Commission in pushing the issue to the top of the agenda.
Construction leaders tackle digital transformation
Construction leaders and their suppliers are the target of a new programme that will bring their businesses up to speed on digital technology – improving productivity and profitability.
Britlift through to finals of SME National Business Awards
The SME National Business Awards have announced that national lifting equipment engineers Britlift have made it through to the National Finals.
Scotland Excel launches £1.5bn new build framework
Scotland Excel has launched its £1.5bn New Build Residential Construction contract to help accelerate the delivery of 50,000 new affordable homes.