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Planning approvals increased by 20% in June, showing promise for Labour’s targets

Planning approvals rose in June ahead of the general election, reaching nearly £7.5bn in value, according to Barbour ABI analysts.

Monthly construction output gains 1.9% bump from warm weather

The latest ONS figures show that an increase in new work and repair and maintenance, anecdotally attributed to good weather, boosted construction output in May 2024.

1 million UK social homes to benefit from mould and energy bill-reducing device

Switchee announces £5 million investment from Octopus Ventures and AXA IM Alts, as it targets installing its mould and energy bill-reducing device in 1 million UK social homes.

Raising industry standards with the Code for Construction Product Information

Steve Marr, UK compliance director for SIG, addresses the Code for Construction Product Information (CCPI) and its mission to standardise product descriptions in the construction industry.

Will power-hungry AI overwhelm the National Grid? Can electrical apprentices save the day?

The National Grid could struggle to supply electricity when power-hungry AI servers take a central role in society, and the UK will need many more skilled, highly qualified electrical apprentices to cope.

Submissions open for Grenfell Tower memorial design

The Grenfell Tower Memorial Commission and RIBA have opened up submissions to select the team that will design the future memorial on the site of Grenfell Tower.

Building competence in supply chains: The impact of the Building Safety Act 2022

Alex Minett, global head of new markets at Veriforce CHAS, explores the role of competence in the new Building Safety Act and offers insight on how organisations can foster competence throughout their supply chains.

BRE sets out 100-day roadmap for new Labour Government

BRE's 100-day roadmap calls for the Government to prioritise low-carbon innovation in construction, improving EPCs, and the creation of a Decent Homes Standard for the Private Rented Sector.

RIBA launches competition to design Fleming Centre life sciences facility

The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has announced a design competition for the Fleming Centre at St. Mary's Hospital in Paddington, London.

Labour ends Tories’ “absurd” on-shore wind ban 

Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirmed that the new Government would lift the ban on on-shore wind developments, which has been in place for nearly a decade.

Will Labour’s New Towns plan solve the housing crisis?

People live in houses, not planning permissions. Solving the housing crisis is at least a two-parliament problem, says David Blackadder-Weinstein, Director, Strategic Communications at Turley.

How to ensure your SME is considered for a framework

Shamayne Harris, head of procurement at Pagabo, shares valuable inside knowledge on how every business from SMEs upwards can give themselves the best chance of being considered for placement and unlocking a new income stream.

Crest Nicholson rejects bid from rivals Avant

After rejecting Bellway's £650m takeover bid, Crest Nicholson has revealed they also turned down an offer of an 'all-share' partnership from Avant.

New Chancellor Rachel Reeves to prioritise house building in first official speech

Chancellor Rachel Reeves will make her first major speech in the role today, speaking to business leaders about prioritising housebuilding to build economic growth.

Construction industry reacts to historic Labour win

With a majority of 85 seats and counting, Labour will lead the next government, with Sir Keir Starmer becoming prime minister.

Construction output continues to rise, reveals UK construction PMIs

Construction output in the UK continued to grow in the second quarter of the year, despite a fall in housing activity.

70% rise in construction deaths in last five years, HSE warns

New data from the Health and Safety Executive has found that there has been a 70% rise in the number of construction deaths since the pandemic.

What needs to change to accelerate the energy transition?

With a new Parliament and sturdy majority, what will Labour do to address the looming deadlines for the clean energy transition?

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