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Pagabo launches second term construction frameworks
Pagabo is launching the second term of its National Framework for Professional Services and National Framework for Major Works worth £10.5bn.
Digital transformation: Does the emperor really have any new clothes at...
John Eynon ponders the nature of reality, life imitating art and embracing change in an ever-changing digital world.
Are you ready for the new construction industry VAT rules?
Stuart Crook, Partner at accountancy firm Wellers, talks to us about the domestic reverse charge (DRC) rule coming into effect from 1 October.
How the G-Cloud enables change in public sector procurement
John Ketteley, executive chairman of Elecosoft, considers how the government’s digital marketplace is enabling vital change in public sector procurement beyond the build and into a sustainable future.
How can FARO solutions assist the industry shift to prefabrication?
FARO's Udo Haedicke looks at the methods companies of all sizes can use to adopt prefabrication processes, what it means for people and the technology driving it.
Amey doubles social enterprise spend in 2018, new figures reveal
During the 2018 financial year, Amey spent over £2m across its supply chain on companies who use their profits to create positive, social change.
Kier to fund supply chain apprentices through apprenticeship levy
Kier is the first contractor to transfer funds from its apprenticeship levy to its supply chain in Liverpool.
The construction industry’s digital transformation
Stuart Bell, sales and marketing director at GroupBC, outlines the key reasons why digital adoption is absolutely integral to the construction industry’s future.
Construction sector prepares for downturn, warns FMB
Construction sector reorganising their workforce for a potential downturn, with higher levels of subcontracting and lower levels of direct employment.
Steps to get ahead of new VAT rules in construction
With the new VAT rules coming into force, the independent pre-qualification service Constructionline, has produced a guide for those affected.
Boris Johnson could help ‘transform the built environment’, says BESA
The new government team led by Boris Johnson has an opportunity to dramatically shift policy on the built environment and deliver higher standards of safety, sustainability and social justice, according to BESA.
Why we must reform the way we procure our infrastructure
Ron Fraser, executive director of Construction Scotland, discusses why the construction industry must reform the way they procure infrastructure.
Delay major VAT changes or face chaos in construction, says FMB
The construction industry is not properly prepared for major VAT changes set to start in October, so the government needs to delay its implementation to avoid chaos, according to the FMB.
Construction sector must prepare for October VAT changes
The changes required for the VAT Reverse Charge for building and construction sector are significant, and preparations should begin immediately.
Collapse of Durtnell & Sons confirms construction crisis, says SEC
The SEC Group has warned that the collapse of Britain’s oldest building company, Durtnell & Sons, is further confirmation of the financial crisis hitting the industry.
Skilled freelancers contribute £145bn to UK economy, research says
Hudson Contract has backed new research showing that highly skilled freelancers contribute £145bn to the UK economy every year.
Barriers to small housebuilders need to be removed, says FMB
The government needs to do more to remove the barriers to SME housebuilders if its housing targets are to be met, says FMB.
BIM in the UK: Digital is coming
John Eynon on how Game of Thrones is like digital transformation in the built environment, change is inevitable – and why some in the UK construction industry need shaking by the lapels.
Action needed to combat £646m musculoskeletal burden in construction
Industry leaders have called for action to tackle the huge burden of musculoskeletal disorders affecting people in the construction industry.
HS2 supports 9,000 new jobs around the country
HS2Â Ltd has confirmed that work on the route from London to Birmingham continues to gather pace, with activity on over 250 work sites, allowing for 9,000 new jobs around the country.
Homes England appoints specialists to new frameworks
Specialists have been appointed to three new frameworks which will enable procurement of up to £30m of professional technical services to support housing delivery,
Workloads for SME construction firms fall for first time in six...
Workloads for SME construction companies have fallen for the first in six years, but expectations for the future are positive, according to research from the Federation of Master Builders (FMB).
RICS report urges government to adopt Modern Methods of Construction
RICS has released a policy position urging ministers to consider how Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) could help ease the ongoing housing crisis.
Construction workers to receive 2.75% pay rise
Construction workers are to receive a pay rise of 2.75% for the year ahead thanks to pay negotiations by the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) and Unite the union.
Goldman Sachs invests £75m in TopHat modular housing
TopHat has secured a £75m investment from Goldman Sachs. The first residential site to use TopHat’s product is the historic Kitchener Barracks in Chatham.
Government contractors urged to pay suppliers on time
Government contractors have been warned that they must pay their suppliers on time or face being prevented from winning further government contracts.