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Industry leaders say automatic building will not speed up housing delivery
According to planning and built environment experts interviewed for a study commissioned by the RTPI, attaching automatic planning permission to housing land allocated in local plans in England would have limited impact on increasing the supply of homes
Government announce plans to professionalise the estate agent market
Housing Secretary Sajid Javid has announced new measures to professionalise the estate agent market, in the hopes of driving up standards and bringing an end to ‘rogue managing agents’
Blockchain: The future of housing?
While it may not be possible to live in the blockchain as a concept, the benefits the technology can provide certainly have the potential to revolutionise the housing market in the UK
Five of the UK’s most impressive eco-buildings
Whilst the industry is yet to see such a seismic move towards eco-friendly design within the UK, the construction industry is showing positive signs
Inquiry launched into off-site manufacture for construction
The House of Lords Science and Technology Committee has launched an inquiry into off-site manufacture for construction
The factors behind external wall insulation failures
With cladding under the spotlight, Paul Valentine, Technical Excellence Director at the British Board of Agrément, discusses the factors behind external wall insulation failures and how they can be addressed
Council powers boosted to bring empty properties back into use
Thousands of long-term empty properties across England could be returned to use as the government introduces new legislation to allow councils to charge double the rate of Council Tax on homes left empty for years
Communities to benefit from £36m flood scheme boost
Communities across England are to benefit from a government funding boost that will protect thousands of homes from flooding, enhance the environment and strengthen economic growth and tourism
Fund boosted to repair potholes following winter damage
Local roads affected by recent winter weather will benefit from a further £100m to help repair any potholes and other storm damage, Transport Secretary Chris Grayling announced today (26 March 2018)
Dame Judith Hackitt hears considerations from industry working groups
Dame Judith Hackitt hosted a meeting of the Chairs of the working groups which were formed following the Independent Review’s interim report publication in December and Summit meeting in January
BSRIA HVAC presentations highlight growth in global AC splits & VRF...
The recent BSRIA global HVAC trends presentations given at the 2018 Mostra Convegno Expo (MCE) in Milan have been hailed a “great success” by a wide range of delegates from all industry segments attending
Councils to receive share of £215m to combat homelessness
Councils across the country are set to receive a share of over £215m from 2019 to prevent homelessness, Homelessness Minister Heather Wheeler confirmed yesterday (22 March 2018)
BSRIA sponsors top accolades at Offsite Construction Awards
BSRIA sponsored the MEP (mechanical electrical plumbing) and POD Technology Award at the Offsite Construction Awards last Tuesday (6th March) at London’s ExCel venue.
Biometric technology is bringing big benefits to construction companies
Biometric technology and data capture are becoming increasingly valuable business tools across many industries. In this article biometric identity, time and attendance specialists Donseed look at how increased biometric technology adoption can bring about significant benefits to the construction industry
Government commits further support for neighbourhood plans
Housing Minister Dominic Raab has announced that more communities across England will be able to get free access to expert advice and guidance to help make their neighbourhood vision a reality
Addressing the housing crisis through creative reforms
Could changing planning rules to make it easier for homeowners to build upwards help to tackle the UK’s housing crisis? Paresh Raja of Market Financial Solutions takes a look
Asking prices hit record high in the UK
The average asking price of newly marketed properties in the UK increased by 1.5% (£4,503) this month (March) as strong demand from home movers in the first two months of the year created upwards price pressure
In the shadow of Grenfell
The Grenfell Tower fire has prompted a nationwide examination of cladding used on high-rise towers. But who is responsible for dealing with the cost of replacing potentially dangerous materials? Daniel Stern of Slater Heelis examines where the law stands.
BSRIA reacts to Chancellor’s Spring Statement
In response to the Chancellor’s Spring Statement, Clair Prosser, BSRIA Press Officer, said: “BSRIA members will be reassured by the Chancellor’s statement on the state of the UK’s fiscal health and future prosperity where ‘easing the squeeze’ was key”
Industry reacts to the Spring Statement
Following the Chancellors Spring statement yesterday (13 March), the industry shares its thoughts and opinions on the housing announcements
UK social housing sector worth around £11.4bn in 2017
Housing Associations account for around 60% of social housing stock in 2017-18 and also form the largest not-for-profit group in the UK, working closely with both private and public organisations, according to a report published by AMA Research
2018 Offsite Construction Awards winners announced
Over 400 industry leaders and innovators gathered at Ecobuild on 6 March for the Offsite Construction Awards to celebrate best practice and recognise overall expertise in the offsite sector
Winners announced for the BREEAM Awards 2018
The winners of the BREEAM Awards 2018, for building projects and professionals with astonishing achievements in sustainability, were revealed at London’s ExCel on 6 March
‘Great Places’ Commission launched by the National Housing Federation
The NHF has launched an investigation that will delve into what makes a ‘great place’ and how housing associations can play a key role in regenerating areas in economic decline
One in five board members at construction companies are women
Research by the law firm Clyde & Co has revealed that just 19% of board members at construction companies are women
NFB welcomes local planning reforms in NPPF review
Following the government published document on the revisions to the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), the National Federation of Builders (NFB) has welcomed its approach to local planning