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Tide completes Europe’s tallest modular building in Croydon development
At 50 storeys, the now tallest modular building in Europe has 817 BTR apartments and 120 affordable homes in the development's sister tower.
Mace’s Market View report outlines a mixed quarter for construction
Mace recently published its Market View report for Q3, which outlines a maintained forecast of 3.0% for London and 3.5% for the rest of the country for 2023.
Sheffield City Council delivers first ‘net zero in operation’ council homes
Sheffield’s first ‘net zero in operation’ council homes were lifted into position at the Duffield Place site in Woodseats in August.
Navigating a turbulent construction economy: Challenges and opportunities amidst uncertain times
In this article, Rebecca Larkin, head of Construction Research at the Construction Products Association (CPA) explores the challenges and future of the construction economy amidst a turbulent economic climate.
Blueprint Coalition urges UK Government U-turn on net zero commitments
The Blueprint Coalition is calling on the UK Government to retain its net zero commitments following policy U-turn.
Birchgrove C-suite appointments to bolster BTR expansion
Rented retirement home provider Birchgrove has made two appointments to its C-suite, with Marcus Hodges and Raphaël Koifman joining the team.
Residential property transactions down 16% in July vs last year
According to the latest HMRC property transactions, the number of residential property transactions was down by 16% in July compared to the same time last year.
Renewable energy installations in UK homes reach record highs
The first half of 2023 has seen a boom in renewable energy installations, with more heat pump and solar panels being fitted than any six-month period ,according to MCS data.
Interest rates rise to 5.25%, will likely ‘remain high for another...
For the 14th consecutive time, interest rates will rise, this time to 5.25%, with the Bank of England warning that interest will likely remain high for another two years.
Keepmoat to deliver 420 homes on former MoD Beaconside site
Keepmoat has exchanged contracts with Homes England to purchase a former MoD Beaconside site in Stafford and build around 120 affordable homes.
RICS reports decrease in overall workload in Q2
The RICS report on the UK construction industry has shown a fall in overall workload in the most recent quarter.
Sheffield’s Manor Fields Park to get a new Sustainable Urban Drainage...
An innovative water management system, known as the Sustainable Urban Drainage Scheme, will be installed at Sheffield's Manor Fields.
£5.1bn Cladding Safety Scheme launched to protect UK residents
The government is seeking to address the building safety crisis in England through the new Cladding Safety Scheme.
George Clarke announces winners of the EcoFix Challenge
Architect and TV presenter George Clarke has announced the winners of EcoFix, a design challenge by MOBIE (Ministry of Building Innovation and Education).
Leicester city-wide improvement programme enlists Pick Everard
Working with the local council's Estates and Building Services, Pick Everard have committed to an initial two-year term in the Leicester city-wide improvement programme.
Inflation rate drops to surprise 15-month low
As inflation rates drop to 7.9%, a milder outlook than predicted, the Bank of England faces less pressure to respond aggressively.
Retrofit skills gap needs recruitment to triple to meet 2050 targets
Reed Group has launched Reed Environment to answer the retrofit skills gap, aiming to be the largest network of green training providers in the UK.
Decarbonising the health sector with modular construction
As the climate crisis intensifies, the need for sustainable healthcare facilities to support growing demand is becoming more vital than ever. Dan Allison, divisional director of Premier Modular, explores the benefits and opportunities offered by modular construction can aid in decarbonising the health sector.
Less talk, more action: Why the industry needs to work together...
In this article, Alexandra Gates, managing director of Simply Certification takes a look at what measures the construction needs to take to meet carbon net zero targets.
Illingworth project gets sustainability nod in Parliament
The £1m Illingworth project was funded in part through the Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund's first wave and has seen annual savings of up to £169 for occupiers.
Keepmoat becomes new strategic partner of WMCA, commits to delivering 4,000...
Keepmoat has been announced as the latest strategic partner of the WMCA, vowing to increase housebuilding by 50% across the West Midlands.
How MMC housebuilder Starship is building the future with low-carbon homes...
Wirral-based MMC housebuilder Starship is showcasing its latest housing projects and future plans. Specialising in using low-carbon technology to construct housing, Starship is positioning itself as a leader in the delivery of future homes.
UK has failed on net zero transition progress so far, Climate...
The scathing Climate Change Committee report to Parliament has found that the UK's net zero transition is not on track to reach current targets, with new fossil fuel projects actively detrimental to reaching targets.
Bracebridge Heath development creating over 1,000 homes secures planning permission
Planning permission for the Bracebridge Heath development includes bringing 1,087 homes, a residential care home and new transport links to Lincoln.
Sama Investments unveil new flagship residential scheme in Digbeth
The Birmingham-based residential developer, Sama Investments, has submitted plans for a new flagship residential scheme on a brownfield site in Bordesley Green.
Inspired Villages acquires 27 acre site for Edenbridge retirement community
The Edenbridge retirement community development is the 29th of a planned 34 Integrated Retirement Communities in Inspired Living's £500m joint venture.