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TfL trials new bus shelter designs at 27 locations across London
Glasgow City Council Grants Approval for 46 New Social Rent Homes at Grange Road
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Kingspan partners with Buildner and Hapi Homes on tenth edition of MICROHOME Competition with €100,000 EUR Prize Fund
Kingspan, the global leader in high-performance insulation and building envelope solutions, announces today that it is collaborating with Buildner...
Balfour Beatty’s My Contribution programme features in the Chartered Institute of Building
Balfour Beatty has featured in Chartered Institute of Building celebrating the success of its employee engagement programme, My Contribution (MyC),...
Northants company clinches finalist spot at Construction News Awards thanks to its continued sustainability efforts
Corby-based See Limited has been announced as a finalist for the Carbon Reduction Champion award at the prestigious Construction News Awards...
Major East Coast Main Line reinforcement project successfully completed
Carbon-saving innovations help solve historical problem and improve passenger journeys A major £33m land reinforcement project at Browney Curve on...
Bedfordshire homebuilder reveals top tips for a suitable work-life balance for stress awareness month
Leading housebuilder Barratt and David Wilson Homes has compiled a series of top tips to achieve a good work-life balance for hybrid working...
Move in this summer with Lincolnshire homebuilder
Keen property seekers who want to move into their dream home this summer need look no further than Barratt Homes’ popular development in Bourne. BN...
Land deal paves way for 100 affordable homes in Worcestershire
A proposed development in Droitwich Spa will be 100% affordable housing after the site was bought by a housing association. Bromford has acquired a...
Homebuilder donates bird boxes to Northamptonshire school in celebration of spring
Following the first day of spring (20th March), leading housebuilder David Wilson Homes has donated bird boxes to Towcester C of E Primary School to...
Pupils go ‘site’ seeing at west yorkshire housing development
Pupils from Burley and Woodhead C of E Primary School recently visited David Wilson Homes' Centurion Meadows development in Burley-in-Wharfedale to...
UK’s house-proud hotspots revealed – Property expert warns of spring cleaning mistakes that could devalue your home
Many homeowners are choosing to renovate rather than relocate as house prices surge at their fastest annual rate in two years. With a mini April...
Next generation technology gives East Midlands steel firm the cutting edge
Nottingham-based Caunton Engineering, one of the UK’s largest single-site steelwork contractors, has completed a major upgrade of its manufacturing...
Manchester’s trailblazing mobility hub looks ahead to public opening next month
One of the UK’s first-of-its-kind mobility hubs is now welcoming interest to reserve cycle spaces and car parking as the countdown to opening...
Boost to cross-river public transport and journey times improved as new Silvertown Tunnel opens
Londoners to benefit from faster and more reliable journeys and enhanced public transport links, with expected journey time savings of up to 20...
Fastned and Places for London get green light for electric vehicle charging hub in west London
Transport for London (TfL) owned property company Places for London has partnered with electric vehicle (EV) charging hub operator Fastned to...
Transport for London’s emissions reduction targets validated as aligning with limiting global temperature increases to 1.5°C
The Science Based Target initiative (SBTi) has validated Transport for London’s (TfL) near and long-term greenhouse gas emission reduction targets...
BAM Delivers a new Destiny for Perth
The New Kingsway and Destiny Bridge, a significant new transport infrastructure built by BAM, opened on 31st March 2025, helping to reduce...
New platform & entrance to be constructed at Mirfield station over Easter Weekend
From Saturday 19 to Monday 21 April, upgrade work being carried out between Huddersfield and Dewsbury means train services across the Pennines will...
Bouygues UK Submit Plans for Riverside Approach Regeneration Project in Barnet
The Riverside Approach project is being delivered in partnership with Barnet Council and exemplifies Bouygues UK's commitment to creating vibrant,...
Construction work on major scheme to transform A23 Streatham Hill to begin in summer
Scheme will create new pedestrian crossings, a protected cycling route and improvements to bus lanes in the area Construction programme planned to...
New funding boost for Transpennine route upgrade
The Prime Minister today announced the latest tranche of funding for the Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU). This additional investment of £415m...
Alliance Homes reaches 7,000 homes milestone
Alliance Homes is celebrating a key milestone, with its total number of homes across the West of England now reaching 7,000. The landmark highlights...
Pedal Power: homebuilder encourages Cambridgeshire pupils to cycle to school
To coincide with Sustrans Big Walk and Wheel (24th March to 4th April), leading homebuilder Barratt and David Wilson Homes is highlighting the...
Consultation begins around the long-term regeneration of the Strangeways and Cambridge neighbourhoods
An eight-week consultation and engagement process is now open that will gather local feedback around the principles for investment and development...
Spring statement 2025: A balancing act for the built Environment sector
Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ 2025 Spring Statement on March 26th built on the foundations laid in her Autumn budget, focusing on housing,...
West yorkshire developer offers insight into new expertly designed show home
David Wilson Homes recently launched its Amblers Chase development in East Ardsley, where its new show home is offering home buyers the very latest...
West Midlands homebuilder’s employees strive for diversity and inclusion
Halesowen-based Barratt Homes West Midlands has highlighted the importance of a diverse workforce with its specialised Diversity and Inclusion team....
Nottinghamshire homebuilder supports grassroots football with donation
David Wilson Homes has donated mini footballs to Little Nippers Pre-School in Rainworth, supporting grassroots football and encouraging young...
First images: Chorlton Library to reopen after year-long restoration
One of Manchester’s most historic libraries, Chorlton Library, is set to reopen its doors to the public and welcome visitors again following a...
The Biggest Tech Mistakes Small Builders Make (and How to Fix Them)
Small construction businesses face a unique set of challenges that larger firms often avoid, but one area where many fall behind is in adopting and...
Reduce sound transference with CaberAcoustic
What is the best sound-reducing floorboard range on the market? CaberAcoustic from West Fraser is a highly versatile, effective and economical...
Engineering work to affect journeys through Yorkshire this weekend
Passengers are being urged to check before travelling this weekend as engineering work for the Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU) affects various...
The industries with the least (and most) loyal employees
Rank Industry Average annual income (£) Median years of tenure with current employer (as of 2024) Total number of job hoppers (number in thousands)...
Premium Window Maker Finstral enters the UK market
The South-Tyrolean family business is among the biggest window suppliers in Europe. The company recently opened its Finstral Studio Borehamwood in...
Global Recycling Day: Faster trains, more services, less carbon
This Global Recycling Day, TRU reflects on the progress being made in its approach to sustainability and how recycling and reusing play a key role...
Balfour Beatty highlights the rise in roadworker abuse on ITV
Balfour Beatty has featured on both ITV South and ITV Yorkshire as part of a national news story highlighting the rise in roadworker abuse,...
Landmark moment as Etex opens 200 million euros plasterboard manufacturing facility in Bristol
McLaughlin & Harvey have completed construction of Etex's plasterboard manufacturing facility in Bristol. Etex has officially opened its 200...
Garage gains: Derbyshire homebuilder reveals shifting trends
Barratt Homes has let its employees have their say in a survey showing the changing dynamic of uses for a garage in a property. A range of...
Local students delighted by digger visit and construction competition
As part of British Science Week (7-16 March 2025), local students were delighted by a programme of events arranged by Davidsons Homes and DTC...
Eight weekends of track, station and tunnel upgrade work as part of TRU
TRU are encouraging customers to check before they travel as engineers complete a series of upgrades across eight consecutive weekends, starting on...
Homebuilder helps Southport school start new chapter on world book day
On World Book Day (6th March), a Merseyside school unveiled its brand-new library with support from Barratt and David Wilson Homes. Meols Cop High...
Apprentice academy launched by omagh-based construction firm
An Omagh-based construction firm has launched an Apprenticeship Academy in partnership with South West College. Representing a £1.5 million...
New apartments set to transform Sparkhill street
New apartments are set to rise in a Birmingham inner-city area after being given the green light, following support by planning experts at Marrons....
High peak MP gains insight into progress of sustainable new homes
Member of Parliament for High Peak, Jon Pearce, recently visited Barratt Homes’ Whaley Bridge community to view the energy-efficient, sustainable...
New housing provider consortium set to modernise thousands of homes
Seven social housing providers working together to maximise impact of Warm Homes: Social Housing (Wave Three) government funding and deliver...
VIVID secures £14.35 million Government funding for energy efficiency project
VIVID has been offered £14.35 million from the government’s Warm Homes: Social Housing Fund (WH: SHF) to improve the energy efficiency of their...
South yorkshire developer highlights new homes overlooking open space
Leading housebuilder David Wilson Homes is encouraging house hunters to join its emerging community at Oughtibridge Valley and learn the benefits of...
Cambridgeshire developer highlights benefits of living near open water
David Wilson Homes is encouraging house hunters to join its emerging community at Hampton Beach in Peterborough to learn the benefits of living...
Building work underway on Broadnook Court – the heart of Leicestershire’s first garden village
Construction work is well underway on the central hub for a popular new community in Leicestershire – Broadnook Court at Broadnook Garden Village. A...
Homebuilder exudes ecology across Nottinghamshire
Barratt and David Wilson Homes has celebrated the recent World Wildlife Day (3rd March) by showcasing its commitment to ecology across its...
Digital Tools Every Small Builder Should Be Using in 2025
Venturing into 2025, digital tools are set to transform the construction industry, especially for small builders aiming to boost efficiency, get...
Construction work on new community facilities continuing apace at Wellington Place
Building work on new community facilities including an exclusive coffee shop, a handy supermarket and boutique local shops is continuing at a great...
Housebuilder goes ‘above and beyond’ for young Hugglescote couple
It took less than six weeks for one young couple between reserving their first home and moving in – an experience they said ‘deserves to be...
READY FOR EVERYTHING: THE NEW ISUZU D-MAX
Combining toughness, advanced technology, and premium features, The New Isuzu D-Max is Smarter, Stronger, Safer and built to embody Isuzu’s "Driven...
Balfour Beatty features twice in March issue of New Civil Engineer
Balfour Beatty has been featured in New Civil Engineer discussing its role in both the Comrie Flood Protection Scheme – a vital project to safeguard...
International Women’s Day: Warrington homebuilder leads the charge on gender equality
To mark International Women’s Day, Warrington-based David Wilson Homes is celebrating the work that has been done to push for equality with more...
Northamptonshire homebuilder reveals top tips for a suitable work-life balance
Leading housebuilder David Wilson Homes has compiled a series of top tips to achieve a good work-life balance for hybrid working residents at its...
Harron Homes celebrates the women behind the construction sites this International Women’s Day
While construction often brings to mind images of building sites and hard hats, the industry is powered by a vast network of professionals working...
Homes released to benefit first time buyers in lincolnshire
First time buyers in Lincolnshire are being encouraged to take a look at the Barratt Homes at Bourne development, where a range of two, three and...
Places for London and Helical secure planning approval for student accommodation and affordable homes development above Southwark Tube station
429 purpose built student accommodation (PBSA) units and 44 affordable homes will be delivered along with improvements to the public realm Scheme...
W20 steel screens define spaces in modern mansion
A longstanding member of the Steel Window Association has helped the designers of a luxurious modern mansion delineate and enhance a variety of...
Customers asked to check before they travel ahead of TRU upgrades
TRU engineers will be delivering upgrades between Leeds and Church Fenton on the weekends of 8-9 March, 15-16 March and 22-23 March, meaning...
Group Chief Executive succession
Balfour Beatty plc, the international infrastructure group, today announces that Leo Quinn will step down from the Board later this year, after over...
GRIGGS Appoints Laurence Holder as Business Development Director
GRIGGS, a leading third-generation construction and property development company, is pleased to announce the appointment of Laurence Holder as...
Surrey’s flagship net zero carbon school celebrates topping out
Willmott Dixon’s construction of Surrey County Council’s flagship Net Zero Carbon Special Free School reached a major milestone in its construction....
Homes released to benefit first time buyers in North Yorkshire
First time buyers in North Yorkshire are being encouraged to take a look at Barratt Homes’ Harclay Park development in Boroughbridge, where a range...
Energy efficiency and good looks combine for one family at new Stathern development
Energy efficiency is often top of the checklist for property hunters, but one Vale of Belvoir family took it particularly seriously when hunting for...
Sileby community now fully formed as 201st resident moves in
A community in Sileby is now fully formed as the 201st resident moved in last month – marking another thriving complete neighbourhood for...
Women in Construction week 2025 begins: Celebrating progress and recognising excellence with Design & Build UK’s WIC awards
Women in Construction Week 2025 officially kicks off today, running from March 2-8, as the industry unites to celebrate the contributions,...
Jasper over the moon after space-themed furniture gift from Davidsons Homes
A local Priors Hall Park School student is over the moon following an ‘out of this world’ gift from a housebuilder. Last year, 9-year-old pupil...
West Yorkshire homebuilder talks the talk so residents can walk the walk
To get residents up and moving this spring, West Yorkshire housebuilder David Wilson Homes is encouraging residents at its Burley in Wharfedale...
Bromford Flagship finalises first funding following merger
Newly merged housing association Bromford Flagship has finalised a new £100 million Revolving Credit Facility (RCF) with Royal Bank of Canada (RBC)....
On track to a bright future: Rail Minister marks TRU visit with time capsule
Today (February 27), TRU welcomed Rail Minister Lord Peter Hendy to Ravensthorpe and Huddersfield in West Yorkshire, to see the progress being made...
Construction work to start on major project to refurbish Gallows Corner flyover
Gallows Corner flyover was built in the 1970s and requires major strengthening and refurbishment to continue operating safely Project will ensure...
Energy efficiency and good looks combine for one family at new Stathern development
Energy efficiency is often top of the checklist for property hunters, but one Vale of Belvoir family took it particularly seriously when hunting for...
Galvanizers Back Blacksmiths in Celebrating 800 Years of British History
East Anglian Galvanizing Ltd proudly supported the Worshipful Company of Blacksmiths and a team of artist blacksmiths ahead of the prestigious Lord...
6,000 lights at King’s Cross St Pancras converted to LEDs, providing brighter and greener journeys for passengers
Newly installed LED bulbs will light station more brightly, while using less energy The LED upgrade at King’s Cross St Pancras is expected to save...
Edenstone and LiveWest start work on £30million housing scheme in Exeter
WORK is underway to create 93 new homes in Exeter which will bring more than £1.5 million in vital community investment. Under a joint venture,...
Public invited to have their say on creating a water sector fit for the future
Independent Water Commission explores fresh ideas on water sector reforms, both evolutionary and revolutionary Respondents have until 23 April to...
Mcgoff Construction appoints two new Operations Directors
Continuing with its drive to scale up the business, McGoff Construction Limited has appointed two new Operations Directors; Rob Duxbury and Jon...
Balfour Beatty VINCI marks major construction milestone at HS2’s Long Itchington Wood Tunnel
Balfour Beatty VINCI has announced a significant milestone at HS2’s Long Itchington Wood Tunnel in Warwickshire – the first deep tunnel on the...
Sovini trade supplies to host spring supplier event showcasing latest building innovations
Sovini Trade Supplies, a leading North West independent builders' merchant, is thrilled to announce its Spring Supplier Event, taking place...
Balfour Beatty starts construction on £61 million secondary school in the Scottish Highlands
Balfour Beatty today announces that it has commenced construction on the new Nairn Academy school, having been awarded the £61 million contract...
West Lothian Council housing update – Supported Housing for Young People and additional council housing, at Almondvale Crescent, Livingston.
A significant step has been made towards restarting work on the Almondvale Crescent Site to deliver Supported Housing for Young People and...
£7.5m expansion scheme unveiled for Salford school to meet growing demand
A specialist school in Salford has unveiled plans for a £7.5m expansion scheme to meet growing demand. The project will enable Aim Habonim Special...
Businesses set for windfall at Manchester Airport’s Meet The Buyers event
Small and medium sized businesses from across Greater Manchester and Cheshire will have the opportunity to connect with key prospective clients at...
Anwyl starts work on 157 homes in Warrington
WORK on the latest phase of the redevelopment of a former RAF base in Warrington is underway with homes ready to move into from the autumn. Anwyl...
Mayor of Newbury celebrates start of brand-new community
Berkshire housebuilder David Wilson Homes welcomed the Mayor of Newbury to view the progress of its Speen development ahead of the imminent launch....
Mayor of solihull tours brand-new community
West Midlands housebuilder David Wilson Homes welcomed the Mayor of Solihull to view the progress of its Hampton in Arden development as it takes...
Game-Changing Tech Programme for Small Builders Set to Launch
Launching 8 April 2025 – A game-changing initiative is set to transform the way small construction businesses embrace technology. Solving Tech for...
Essex homebuilder celebrates fundraising employee going the extra mile
Chelmsford-based Barratt and David Wilson Homes Eastern Counties is celebrating one of its employees who has cycled over 90 miles for The King’s...
Major improvements to improve accessibility at Surrey Quays station on track to be delivered in summer 2026 as planned
Station to have step-free access to both platforms for the first time The new entrance will provide easier and more direct access to new housing...
Key Milestones Reached in Inverness Castle Transformation Project
The Inverness Castle Experience has reached two key milestones: the completion of glazing on the new link building and the installation of the fully...
West yorkshire developer celebrates emerging talent on national apprenticeship week
To coincide with National Apprenticeship Week (10th to 16th February), David Wilson Homes has highlighted the skills and training available in its...
New homes to support homeless in Bristol to live independently
Places for People has opened seven new one-bed small homes to support homeless people in Bristol, further expanding its support services across the...
Cappelli Identity Design wins three international design awards
The German Design Awards 2025 and the World Brand Design Society Awards 24/25 honour Cappelli Identity Design for its outstanding achievements in...
National Apprenticeship Week: TRU number crunching
As TRU celebrates National Apprenticeship Week, the halfway mark has already been surpassed in its aim to take on 590 apprentices across the entire...
Opportunity to beat stamp duty increase in Norfolk
Norfolk housebuilder Barratt and David Wilson Homes is advising house-hunters looking to move home in 2025 to consider doing it now to avoid the...
Planning Approved for Bargate Homes’ second phase of new homes in Bedhampton
Bargate Homes has received a unanimous resolution to grant planning permission by Havant Borough Council for the second phase of its development in...
Railpen reveals plans to reimagine Camden office building
Railpen, manager of the £34bn railways pension schemes in the UK, has announced plans to redevelop 101 Bayham, its 22,000 sq ft office building in...
Alliance Homes to deliver 1,000th new affordable home in partnership with Woodstock Homes
Housing association Alliance Homes is celebrating a key milestone in its commitment to deliver 2,000 new affordable homes by 2033. The organisation...
Northamptonshire housebuilder lays the foundations for mental health discussions in the workplace
Ahead of Time to Talk Day (6th February), Barratt Homes Northampton is encouraging open discussions about mental health in the workplace having...
Final chance to buy at popular Cambridgeshire development
Leading housebuilder David Wilson Homes is encouraging all Cambridgeshire property seekers to act fast and secure their next move before all homes...
Time to talk day backed by Northamptonshire housebuilder’s book donation
To coincide with Time to Talk Day (6th February), Northamptonshire housebuilder Barratt and David Wilson Homes has donated a collection of books to...
Glanua acquires Marches Biogas
Acquisition of engineering and services company is central to Ireland-based Glanua’s ambitious growth strategy Further expands Glanua’s UK...
READY FOR EVERYTHING: THE NEW ISUZU D-MAX
Combining toughness, advanced technology, and premium features, The New Isuzu D-Max is Smarter, Stronger, Safer and built to embody Isuzu’s "Driven...
Over £600,000 investment earmarked for enhancements to Gotham
Gotham and the surrounding area is set to benefit from an investment of over £600,000, thanks to a housebuilder’s new homes development off Leake...
Davidsons Homes returns to Queniborough with £166,000 investment in local area
Outdoor sports facilities, libraries and health services are among the local amenities set to benefit from a housebuilder’s return to a...
Abseiling and anti-social hours all part of the ASWS armoury
Pictured is a building within London’s Tech City district in Shoreditch As one of the UK’s most experienced and accommodating specialists in the art...
Burnley MP given tour of new housing development
Barratt Homes recently welcomed Member of Parliament for Burnley, Oliver Ryan, for a development tour in Lancashire. In collaboration with the...
Homes released to benefit first-time buyers in south yorkshire
First time buyers in South Yorkshire are being encouraged to take a look at Barratt Homes’ Affinity development, where a range of two and three...
Low-income residents, local businesses and charities invited to pre-register for Silvertown and Blackwall tunnel user charge discounts
From 7 April 2025, user charges will apply for those using the Silvertown and Blackwall tunnels between 06:00 and 22:00, seven days a week...
Red construction group appointed for second phase of the Sheppard Trust’s £21.8m Surrey residential care development
RED Construction Group, the specialist main contractor, has announced the appointment of its London division on the second phase of The Sheppard...
Final home on sale at popular Milton Keynes development
Leading developer David Wilson Homes is encouraging Milton Keynes house hunters to consider reserving at its Woburn Downs development before the...
Kier appointed to deliver 93 new homes as part of Hackney’s ambitious masterplan for Colville Estate
Kier has been appointed to deliver 93 new homes in east London in the latest phase of London Borough of Hackney’s masterplan for its Colville...
Transport for London celebrates 25 years of supporting the growth and development of the capital
TfL has overseen the biggest transformation of London’s transport network since it was first introduced more than 160 years ago This includes new...
Davidsons Homes continues to grow internal talent through apprenticeship scheme
To celebrate National Apprenticeship Week (10th-16th February), one housebuilder is championing the scheme which has enabled burgeoning talent...
Altrad Sellafield strikes off as workers celebrate huge pay win
Long-running strikes by Altrad Services workers producing steam for Sellafield have been called off following an improved pay offer. The workers,...
Social housing specialist Fortem targets £300m turnover by 2028
Social housing specialist Fortem has set ambitious growth goals for the next three years under its new ‘FOR Our Future’ strategy. The company, which...
Bromford secures land for 50 new affordable homes in the West Midlands
This latest deal means that, so far this year, Bromford has secured land for 175 affordable homes. Leading housing association Bromford has...
TfL begins next phase of work to improve safety at Lambeth Bridge
Work to improve safety at one of London’s most dangerous junctions begins on 30 January 2025 Next phase of construction, which includes replacing...
Plans submitted for 40 homes on former Accrington railway land
Planning application submitted for sustainable residential development on 1.55-acre site Development to deliver mix of 32 houses and eight cottage...
Alliance Homes appoints new Chief Finance Officer
Alliance Homes has appointed Jon McMahon as its new Chief Finance Officer (CFO), as the organisation continues to focus on building much-needed new...
Homebuilder’s Cambridgeshire community reaches completion
Following an increase in demand, David Wilson Homes has now sold out at its Romans’ Edge development in Cambridgeshire. The homebuilder had welcomed...
Homes released to benefit families in Northamptonshire
Growing families in Northamptonshire are being encouraged to take a look at David Wilson Homes’ new development in Towcester, The Watlings, where a...
Persimmon Homes launches model home to trial new technology
A national developer has launched a new facility, enabling its teams to trial new technologies and train staff. Persimmon Homes launched the...
Balfour Beatty reaches agreement on the sale of Omnicom to Hitachi Rail
Balfour Beatty, the international infrastructure group, today announces it has reached agreement for the sale of Omnicom, its specialist rail...
At Maison&Objet Iris Ceramica Group showcases the technical properties of ceramics
At Maison&Objet, the sophisticated beauty of ceramic surfaces blends with applied technological innovation, in an exhibition space just waiting...
ISUZU UK LAUNCHES BIK CAMPAIGN: A CALL TO ACTION BEFORE LEGISLATION CHANGES IMPACT DOUBLE CAB PICK-UPS
Isuzu UK launches a campaign to urge buyers to secure the Isuzu D-Max before April 2025, when double cab pick-ups will be reclassified as cars for...
Main works approved for Green Transport Hub, Dundee
McLaughlin & Harvey have been awarded the main construction works at a major new green transport initiative in Dundee. McLaughlin & Harvey...
Final chance to buy at popular cambridgeshire development
Leading housebuilder David Wilson Homes is encouraging all Cambridgeshire property seekers to act fast and secure their next move before all homes...
Double feature for Balfour Beatty in New Civil Engineer’s Early Careers edition
Balfour Beatty has featured twice in this month's Early Careers edition of New Civil Engineer highlighting both the benefits of hiring young...
Nottinghamshire homebuilder supports grassroots football with donation
Barratt Homes has donated mini footballs to Lime Tree Nursery, supporting grassroots football and encouraging young children to stay active. Lime...
Balfour Beatty features in Chartered Institute of Builders (CIOB) & Construction Management discussing supporting the next generation of talent
Balfour Beatty VINCI's Construction Manager, Frank O'Hare, has featured in the Chartered Institute of Builders and Construction Management sharing...
Join #SpringCleanScotland – Scotland’s biggest litter picking event
Keep Scotland Beautiful aims to recruit 50,000 litter picking heroes A call has been issued for more than 50,000 people who love Scotland to get...
Veteran and retired nurse support charity receives £1,500 donation from Northamptonshire homebuilder
The charity, formed in 1918 to support the widows of those who fell in the Great War, now helps veterans and their families, and retired nurses,...
Balfour Beatty Living Places features on BBC Sussex Radio discussing its critical winter maintenance services
Balfour Beatty Living Places has featured on BBC Sussex Radio's breakfast show discussing how the company is gearing up to deliver critical winter...
TfL announces rich programme of new artworks as it celebrates 25 years of Art on the Underground
TfL’s Art on the Underground programme reveals four major new artworks coming to the network in 2025 Works include a piece by Ahmet Öğüt that calls...
Ex-winvic technical director launches unique carbon calculator for UK construction industry
What is believed to be the first online carbon emission calculator designed specifically for the UK construction industry has been launched. The...
Wyre Forest MP visits award-winning housing development
Barratt Homes has welcomed Member of Parliament for Wyre Forest, Mark Garnier OBE, for a development tour with its award-winning team in Stourport....
New balls, please: Oxfordshire homebuilder leads animal sanctuary fundraiser
David Wilson Homes Southern has completed a fundraiser for dog walkers in Benson to raise money for Oxfordshire Animal Sanctuary. Led by...
Community charity receives a £3,500 donation from Bedfordshire homebuilder
Great Denham Community Hall, a charity that provides a space for locals and the wider community to access classes, sessions and activities on top of...
Landmark moment for Leicestershire’s only Garden Village as first residents move in
It’s a landmark moment for Broadnook Garden Village as the first buyers have moved into their brand-new home, marking the beginning of a community...
Homes released to benefit downsizers in Northamptonshire
Retirees and empty nesters across Northamptonshire are being encouraged to take a look at David Wilson Homes’ Wendel View development in...
How Balfour Beatty connected Hinkley Point C’s cooling system tunnels and shafts
Balfour Beatty completed major engineering works to deliver the tunnels and shafts for Hinkley Point C’s cooling system, but connecting them has...
Edenstone and Pobl partnership to deliver a £55 million new homes development in Cardiff
A partnership between the Edenstone Group, and Pobl Group has exchanged contracts to acquire a parcel of land at Plasdŵr –...
ISUZU D-MAX TRIUMPHS WITH SUSTAINABILITY AWARD IN OVERLANDER 4X4 MAGAZINE’S 4X4 OF THE YEAR AWARDS
Isuzu D-Max has won the Overlander 4x4 magazine Sustainability Award for its unmatched reliability, low emissions, and durable design. Editor Alan...
Balfour Beatty supports the Institute for Government’s latest report on the role of Mayoral Development Corporations in getting Britain building
Balfour Beatty has partnered with the Institute for Government to sponsor new report exploring how England's mayors can deliver the urban...
Family Part Exchange to Buy New Home in Corby
A family from Poland have used the Part Exchange scheme to upsize at David Wilson Homes’ Priors Hall Park development in Corby....
Balfour Beatty and partners get green light to deliver major contract for the Net Zero Teesside Power project, which aims to be the world’s first gas-fired power station with carbon capture and storage
Balfour Beatty today announces that alongside Technip Energies and GE Vernova – with the support of technology partner Shell Catalysts &...
Bradford College Officially Opens STEM Building After £6.9m Refurb
Guests from education, construction, and regional employers joined staff and students for the official opening of Bradford College’s Garden Mills...
Record breaking Lighthouse Lunch Raises almost £290,000 for Construction Families
Construction’s top networking event of the year broke all fundraising records for the charity as supporters raised almost £290,000, a staggering...
Sovini Construction Brings Festive Cheer to Wrenbury Primary School
Sovini Construction, a leading construction company based in Liverpool, is proud to announce its contribution to the local community through its Big...
Places for London highlights some of the many businesses across its citywide estate as it celebrates Small Business Saturday
Places for London’s estate stretches across the capital, with 95 per cent of tenants being small to medium enterprises Artist’s studios,...
Balfour Beatty VINCI successfully move HS2’s River Cole Viaduct segments into place
Balfour Beatty VINCI have completed the installation of two 159-metre-long steel spans of HS2’s River Cole Viaducts near Coleshill in North...
New TfL data shows London cycling continues to rise, with cycle journeys up by 26 per cent compared to 2019 levels
Number of daily cycle journeys has increased by five per cent since 2023, with 1.33 million daily journeys taking place in 2024 Data published in...
Closures on London Overground over the festive period
Over Christmas and New Year, there are some planned works and service changes on the London Overground. Services will run differently across the TfL...
Bargate Homes Submits Outline Planning Application for up to 62 Homes in Stubbington, Hampshire
Bargate Homes has submitted an Outline Planning application for up to 62 homes in the coastal town of Stubbington, Hampshire. The development...
TfL outlines package of charges, discounts and exemptions for Silvertown and Blackwall tunnels from Spring 2025
TfL Board to decide on package of initial charges, discounts and exemptions at meeting on 4 December Recent consultation saw more than 5,000...
Green light from Council for refurbishment of Calton Square office building in the capital
A planning application for the refurbishment of the Calton Square office building, currently home to Baillie Gifford until 31st December 2025, has...
TRU commits to construction worker wellbeing charity
TRU has entered a programme-wide partnership with the Lighthouse Charity – a charity dedicated to providing emotional, physical and financial...
AI in Construction: The Path to a Digital Future
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming industries around the globe, and the construction sector is no exception. As the Chartered Institute of...
Beatlie and Wallyford are top of the class, with recognition in Learning Estate and Architecture Awards
This last week has seen industry and peer recognition for two projects delivered for West Lothian Council and East Lothian Council by their...
Wyatt Homes providing exceptional homes for Sturminster Newton
Sturminster Newton is benefitting from significant housing investment with the construction of 98 high-quality homes, the first of which will be...
Balfour Beatty selected for L.A. Department of Public Works $60 million (£47.3 million) Bassett High School Stormwater Capture project
Balfour Beatty’s Civils operations has been selected to deliver the approximately $60 million (£47.3 million) Bassett High School Stormwater Capture...
Sovini Property Services Apprentice Shines at LiverCool Awards
Sovini Property Services is thrilled to announce that their talented Plumbing Apprentice, Summer Fitzmaurice, has been named The City of Liverpool’s...
Mosaics by artist duo Hannah Quinlan and Rosie Hastings unveiled at London’s only Grade I listed Underground station, St James’s Park
Angels of History is the first mosaic created by the artist duo, and is composed of six panels, each measuring 1.5 x 1 metres, prominently...
New pocket Tube map by leading artist Rita Keegan pays homage to Tube seat designs
Artwork by leading artist Rita Keegan forms the cover of the 40th pocket Tube map Cover pays homage to the mostly female-led designs for Tube seat...
Safety Precautions for Construction in Snowy Conditions: Protecting Workers and Projects
Discover the essential safety precautions and measures to protect workers and projects during construction in snowy conditions. Understanding the...
TRU thanks customers after five weeks of vital upgrade work
On Friday (22 November), TRU completed a series of rail upgrades between Dewsbury and Leeds. Spanning five weeks – excluding weekends – engineers...
Leading the charge: Balfour Beatty Flannery trains 1,000 workers to bridge UK construction skills gap
Balfour Beatty Flannery, a partnership between Balfour Beatty and Flannery Plant Hire, has trained its 1,000th student at its Operator Skills Hub -...
Bouygues UK wins ‘Best Innovation’ Award at Franco-British Awards 2024 for use of Printing Robot
Bouygues UK is thrilled to announce that it has been honoured with the prestigious 'Best Innovation' award at the Franco-British Business Awards...
Balfour Beatty features in Highways Magazine discussing its M4 and M5 safety enhancement works
Balfour Beatty has featured in Highways Magazine discussing its successful delivery of enhancement works on the M4 and M5 - coming in £2...
A Key Step Toward Energy Security and Sustainability
As the UK advances its transition to clean energy, the need to reinforce and modernise the national electricity grid is more critical than ever. The...
Green light for regeneration in north Edinburgh
Plans for the largest regeneration project of its kind in Scotland for a new environmentally friendly coastal town in Edinburgh have been given the...
High-speed charging technology powers safer new zero-emission buses on 358 route
New electric buses charged by innovative pantograph technology now on London’s roads Striking new tram-like bus design includes enhanced safety and...
Homebuilder shines spotlight on sought-after family property in nuneaton
Property seekers on the lookout for a new home in Warwickshire are being encouraged to look no further than David Wilson Homes’ Callendar Farm...
Hub Scotland Showcases £4.2 Billion Programme of Learning Estate Infrastructure
As development partners with public sector clients across the country, Scotland’s five regional hub companies, collectively known as Hub Scotland,...
State-of-the-art Kingston bus station to reopen after transformation
Work to transform Cromwell Road bus station will improve overall customer experience, making it safer and more sustainable I mprovements include...
Anti-bullying week backed by cambridgeshire housebuilder’s book donation
In recognition of Anti-Bullying Week (11th to 15th November), Cambridgeshire housebuilder David Wilson Homes has donated a collection of books to...
Duo step up to director roles at anwyl
HOMEBUILDER Anwyl has appointed two new directors to lead key departments. Oliver Johnston has been promoted to commercial director, while Gareth...
Balfour Beatty VINCI reaches halfway point on key HS2 ‘green tunnel’
Balfour Beatty VINCI’s work to build HS2’s 700-metre-long Burton Green Tunnel in Warwickshire has reached the halfway mark. Once built, the tunnel...
Bargate Homes Submits Reserved Matters for 49 Homes in Allbrook, Hampshire
Hampshire-based Bargate Homes has submitted a Reserved Matters application to Eastleigh Borough Council for the proposed development of 49 homes on...
High Winds, High Stakes: Strengthening Scaffolding Safety for Winter Storms
As winter weather approaches, construction sites across the UK face added challenges, with scaffolding safety taking centre stage in ensuring the...
Willmott Dixon seeks 30 to join management trainee programme
Willmott Dixon is launching a drive to recruit 30 management trainees across a range of disciplines as it invests in a new generation of future...
Plans submitted for multi-million-pound creation of world-class dining at rockliffe hall
TWO planning applications have been submitted as part of a renovation project at award-winning five-star resort hotel Rockliffe Hall, with the...
Network Space secures consent for 215-homes development near Barnsley
Following last month’s successful appeal decision, Network Space Developments (NSD) has secured planning consent for up to 215 homes in Carlton,...
Plans Submitted for Penicuik High School Redevelopment
Architect Holmes Miller has submitted plans for the refurbishment of a listed 1930s building in Midlothian The proposed learning environment will...
Protecting Edinburgh’s World Heritage Site
A robust management plan to continue to protect the Outstanding Universal Value of the Old and New Towns World Heritage Site in the Capital will be...
Balfour Beatty features in New Civil Engineer discussing the complex marine work at Hinkley Point C
Successful delivery of the complex array of tunnels and marine works for the Hinkley Point C nuclear power station is down to “relentless...
TRU celebrates one month of PlanBEE Rail apprentices
Today (Friday 1 November) marks one month since a cohort of new apprentices joined the TRU programme through PlanBEE Rail – a unique higher...
ISUZU UK ANNOUNCES HEADLINE SPONSORSHIP OF FMB MASTER BUILDER AWARDS 2025
Isuzu UK continues as the Headline Sponsor of the Federation of Master Builders Master Builder Awards 2025, marking the fourth sponsorship since...
Willmott Dixon seeks 30 to join management trainee programme
Willmott Dixon is launching a drive to recruit 30 management trainees across a range of disciplines as it invests in a new generation of future...
Bouygues UK Celebrates Completion of Peckham Flaxyard Project
Bouygues UK is thrilled to announce the completion of the Peckham Flaxyard project, a mixed-use, residential-led scheme in the heart of Peckham....
Bouygues UK Celebrates Completion of Peckham Flaxyard Project
Bouygues UK is thrilled to announce the completion of the Peckham Flaxyard project, a mixed-use, residential-led scheme in the heart of Peckham....
Customers urged to check before they travel as RMT and ASLEF union members plan strike action on the Tube in November
Strike action by RMT and ASLEF unions is planned across the London Underground network TfL working to resolve the dispute with the unions and avoid...
Transport for London announces bold plans to grow and improve toilet provision
First phase of bold plan will see new free-to-use and accessible toilets introduced, alongside continued refurbishment of existing toilets across...
Sovini Construction’s Director Joins Forces to Shape Liverpool’s Built Environment Future
James Flannery, a renowned figure in the construction industry and Director of Sovini Construction, has rejoined The Constructing Excellence...
Reaching new heights at Balfour Beatty’s overhead line training facility
Balfour Beatty has featured in Construction News, exploring how the company is actively training a new generation of overhead power workers to help...
Comedian and musician Bill Bailey and the Royal British Legion’s Ambassador Ross Kemp to support TfL’s fundraising for the Royal British Legion’s London Poppy Day
Comedian and musician Bill Bailey has recorded special station announcements, while actor, author, presenter and the Royal British Legion’s...
Celebrate a Decade of Impact with Building Heroes as they Celebrated Their Tenth Anniversary Gala Dinner at Drapers Hall, London
Building Heroes, a prominent multi-award-winning charity dedicated to supporting military veterans through skills training and employment...
Autumn Budget 2024: Design & Build UK’s Review of Impacts on Infrastructure, Housing, Energy, Healthcare, and Fiscal Policy
Hello to our fantastic readers! As the editor of Design & Build UK, I’m thrilled to present our latest analysis on the developments shaping the...
The most profitable industries for sole traders
Government figures show that between 2010 and 2023, the number of sole traders (also known as sole proprietors) in the UK has increased by 380,000 -...
Cambridgeshire Site Manager Secures Second Seal Of Excellence In National Housebuilding Awards
A Senior Site Manager overseeing the construction of David Wilson Homes’ Ramsey Park development in Ramsey has secured a prestigious Seal of...
Bellway’s carbon reduction strategy wins leading industry award
Bellway has won a prestigious award for its strategy to reduce carbon emissions across the business as it helps lead the housebuilding industry...
Balfour Beatty VINCI starts foundation work on bridge to take A38 highway over HS2 line
Balfour Beatty VINCI has begun foundation work for a new bridge that will take HS2 trains under a major A road on the outskirts of Lichfield,...
Derbyshire homebuilder celebrates start of new season with football donation
Barratt Homes has donated mini footballs to a nursery in Chesterfield to help its children celebrate the start of the new football season. ABC...
Northamptonshire homebuilder’s staff think pink to raise awareness for breast cancer
A David Wilson Homes site team in Northamptonshire dressed to impress on Friday 18th October to help raise awareness for Breast Cancer Now. The site...
NIBE partners with Ziegler to enhance its delivery
NIBE Energy Systems, Europe's leading heat pump manufacturer, has enhanced its UK delivery service by partnering with the Ziegler Group, a global...
Work starting on new homes in bewdley
WORK to prepare land in Bewdley for energy efficient new homes is underway, Elan Homes has announced. The 8.25-acre site on Stourport Road will be...
Balfour Beatty company Howard S. Wright selected for renovations in David Douglas School District in Oregon, US
Howard S. Wright, a Balfour Beatty company, has been selected to deliver multiple renovation projects to various schools and facilities in David...
An insight into health and safety within construction
For years, the construction industry has constantly been promoting health and safety measures to make it a safer industry. If you go on to...
Changes to journeys during major TRU upgrades between Dewsbury and Leeds
Customers are being advised of changes to train services between Huddersfield, Dewsbury and Leeds over a five-week period, excluding weekends, from...
Balfour Beatty VINCI succesfully lifts 15 bridge beams into place at HS2’s Interchange Station
Balfour Beatty VINCI marks a major milestone at HS2’s Interchange Station in Solihull after a 20-strong team carefully lifted 15 colossal bridge...
PropConnect cements itself as ‘go to’ event for construction industry in Northants
Two construction business owners in Northamptonshire have joined forces to launch a sector specific networking event for the county. The event –...
1,452 lives saved on the railway in Wales and the West in just five years
This World Mental Health Day (10 October 2024), Network Rail has announced a new milestone with its Rail Suicide Prevention Programme as almost...
Willmott Dixon to build £16m car park at Royal Derby Hospital
Willmott Dixon has been appointed by developers noviniti to build a new £16.8m multi-storey car park at Royal Derby Hospital to provide an...
Animal charity receives £1,500 donation from northamptonshire homebuilder
Animals in Need, a Northamptonshire-based charity that helps all types of animals and birds, has received a £1,500 donation from Barratt Homes to...
Unprecedented £700m capital investment from The University of Warwick
The University of Warwick has unveiled a £700m investment in its West Midlands campus as part of its ambitious Connect Programme. This is the...
142 affordable homes completed at Television Centre by Stanhope and Mitsui Fudosan for Peabody
Stanhope and Mitsui Fudosan UK have today completed Macfarlane Place, the affordable housing development at Television Centre, with 142 new homes...
ISUZU D-MAX WINS BEST DIESEL PICK-UP AT DIESEL & ECO CAR DIESEL TOP 50 AWARDS 2024
The Isuzu D-Max has won Best Diesel Pick-up at the Diesel & Eco Car Diesel Top 50 Awards 2024, praised for its punchy 1.9-litre engine, smooth...
Red Rhino crowned Family Business of the Year at the coveted Midlands Family Business Awards
It was a night to remember for Lincolnshire crusher and screener manufacturer Red Rhino, after the team took home the Family Business of the Year...
Willmott Dixon to build £16m car park at Royal Derby Hospital
Willmott Dixon has been appointed by developers noviniti to build a new £16.8m multi-storey car park at Royal Derby Hospital to provide an...
VIVID maintains equal gender pay and reduces ethnicity pay gap
Following our latest report, we’re delighted to announce that we’ve maintained equal gender pay and reduced our ethnicity pay gap. After announcing...
Derbyshire senior site manager named as best in the country for quality
A Senior Site Manager overseeing the construction of Barratt Homes’ Midshires Meadow development in Whaley Bridge has won a top national award for...
Only seven homes remaining for sale at development close to zoo
There are just seven homes remaining for sale at Balfour Beatty Homes’ Westfield development, which has an unusual location just a stone’s throw...
Thakeham Renews Bronze Sponsoring Partnership with Building Heroes, Supporting the Armed Forces Community’s Transition from Service to Civilian Life
Building Heroes, the leading tri-service military charity dedicated to facilitating the transition from military to civilian careers within the...
TRU Community Fund applications now closed
The application window for the first £175,000 TRU Community Fund is now closed, with almost 300 grant applications submitted in total. The fund will...
Joint action needed to improve employee wellbeing in the construction sector, experts say in new APM Research Report
A new report by the Association for Project Management (APM) calls for greater strategic leadership to improve employee wellbeing and prevent it...
Developers give Northamptonshire home buyers top tips for babyproofing their home
Leading housebuilders Barratt and David Wilson Homes are sharing some helpful tips for homeowners in Northamptonshire to babyproof their new home....
The Importance of Keeping Up to Date in Construction Laws
The evolving nature of construction laws Construction laws are constantly evolving and being updated to address new challenges and issues in the...
Railway bridge upgrade to begin in Thorntonhall
Network Rail will upgrade the railway bridge on Peel Road in Thorntonhall from Saturday 5 October. Engineers will raise the parapets (side walls)...
Affordable Housing Completed in Desirable Postcode in Poole
AJC Group Completes £15m Lindsay Oaks Development in Affluent Branksome Park Affordable housing specialist AJC Group has completed its Lindsay Oaks...
Local groups have just a few days left to apply for donations from HarperCrewe Community Fund
Local charities, sports clubs and community groups in Higham Ferrers have until Friday 27th September to apply for a £250 contribution from...
Cersaie 2024, Iris Ceramica Group presents “SINFONIA”
The exhibition space becomes a Foyer hosting the “theatre of innovations” developed by the Group; the brands’ showrooms also...
Cambridgeshire homebuilder’s donation scores a perfect ten from gymnastics club
In recognition of Team GB’s Olympic success, Cambridgeshire developer David Wilson Homes has donated a new piece of equipment to Huntingdon...
Customers urged to check before they travel ahead of Sunday railway upgrades
This Sunday (29 September) changes to services will be in place as TRU completes major upgrade work across two sections of the route from...
Balfour Beatty awarded $9 million rail project near Petco Park in San Diego
Balfour Beatty is awarded approximately $9 million (£6.8 million) by Civic Communities to deliver the next phase of City of San Diego’s Park...
Gilbert-Ash returns record turnover with strong pipeline for 2024/25
Leading construction and fit-out company, Gilbert-Ash has reported its highest ever turnover figure with sales of £267million in 2023. The latest...
Drivers urged to plan ahead as Garve level crossing undergoes maintenance work
Network Rail will begin vital maintenance work on Garve level crossing later this month. Engineers will carry out a full corrosion inspection while...
Willmott Dixon secures Eston Pool development
Willmott Dixon is extending its track-record for leisure projects in the North East with an appointment by Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council to...
Bloor Homes advocates wellbeing in construction through Lighthouse Charity Pledge
Bloor Homes has announced it is a company supporter of The Lighthouse Construction Charity, the only charity dedicated to the emotional, physical...
Griffiths farrans jv celebrates 100,000 hours safety milestone at bristol airport project
Photo Caption: Griffiths Farrans JV has celebrated a significant safety milestone at its transformational Public Transport Interchange project at...
Get a glimpse of sought after Cambridgeshire developments with video tour
Property-seekers hoping to find their dream home in Peterborough can now discover Barratt and David Wilson Homes’ Hampton Beach developments from...
Shattering Glass Ceilings: Women in Construction Management
Discover how women are breaking barriers and making strides in the field of construction management. The Rise of Women in Construction Management In...
Balfour Beatty achieves key milestone with A63 Castle Street traffic switch
Balfour Beatty, on behalf of National Highways, has successfully completed a traffic switch on the A63 at the eastern part of the Castle Street...
Iconic Gull Wing bridge open
Thousands of Lowestoft residents made history today as they walked, wheeled and drove for the first time across the town’s new world-leading and...
Bouygues UK to build St John’s Academy CE Secondary School in Oxfordshire
Bouygues UK has been appointed as lead contractor to build a new secondary school for the Department of Education in Grove, Oxfordshire. St John’s...
Vision for new coastal neighbourhood in the Capital
A masterplan to transform Seafield in north-east Edinburgh into a new environmentally friendly neighbourhood, connecting its coastline to...
Safety Precautions for Construction in Snowy Conditions: Protecting Workers and Projects
Discover the essential safety precautions and measures to protect workers and projects during construction in snowy conditions. Understanding the...
Baroness Watkins of Tavistock Joins RoSPA’s Presidential Team
The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) has this week announced the appointment of Mary Watkins, Baroness Watkins of Tavistock, as...
Levenmouth Rail Link active travel bridge installation plan revealed
Methilhill and Cameron Bridge will have a new active travel bridge to connect the communities later this month. Network Rail will crane the...
The Vital Importance of Defibrillators and Bleed Kits on Construction Sites
Ensuring safety on construction sites goes beyond wearing helmets and high-visibility vests. The availability and knowledge of life-saving...
Bouygues UK And Skanska UK Build Aspirations In Construction For Tewkesbury Pupils
Bouygues UK, the construction company currently building the Cotswolds Designer Outlet, has joined forces with Skanska UK to showcase local...
Application process now open for fifty graduate and placement positions at farrans
Leading civil engineering and building contractor Farrans Construction has launched its application process for 50 high-demand positions on its...
Expert shares top five reasons why buying a home is better than renting
With a new Prime Minister in place at Number 10 and planning reforms coming into play which could make building projects easier, it’s an exciting...
Planning approved for landmark 251-bed aparthotel in Manchester Piccadilly
Proposals for the development of a landmark 251-bed aparthotel offering highqualityaccommodation and public facilities in central Manchester, have...
Balfour Beatty VINCI celebrate key milestone as tunnel boring machine reaches halfway point on HS2’s route into Birmingham
Giant tunnelling machine is halfway through its journey to build the 3.5-mile Bromford Tunnel The 1,600 tonne machine called ‘Mary Ann’ has...
GO YOUR OWN WAY WITH THE NEW 74-PLATE ISUZU D-MAX
For the upcoming ‘74’ registration plate, Isuzu UK is offering customers an additional £1,000 for part exchanged vehicles. The Pick-Up...
Addressing Housing Accessibility for Single and Homeless Individuals
As England grapples with a housing crisis of unprecedented proportions, the need for more inclusive and accessible housing solutions has never been...
Mirfield canal set for major upgrade thanks to TRU
Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU), in partnership with Kirklees Council and Canal & River Trust, has released its plans to upgrade the canal...
Cala Provides Fife-Based Girls Football Club With Top Class Kitchen Refit As Jim Leishman Joins Kickabout
The Provost of Fife was on hand to help unveil the new facilities as Bayside Girls FC hit the back of the net with clubhouse transformation Cala...
Cube Glass business buddies will tackle West Highland Way to raise funds for Crohn’s and Colitis charity
A five-strong team of business pals led by the MD of Cube Glass the Cumbernauld-based business which manufactures and installs aluminium doors...
Planning permission sought for Phase Two of Tustin Estate
The planning submission for Phase Two of the re-development of the Tustin Estate in south-east London has been submitted. Planned in four phases,...
The Toughest Trades in Construction
Discover the most challenging trades in the construction industry and the skills required to excel in them. The Importance of Skilled Trades in...
Mcdonald’s to invest £1 billion and create over 24, 000 jobs across the UK in next four years
As it celebrates 50years in the UK, McDonald’s has announced plans to open over 200 new restaurants in the next four years [1] , that will create...
Balfour Beatty’s Midland Metropolitan University Hospital project gets the green light
Balfour Beatty’s Midland Metropolitan University Hospital project has been granted the go ahead from the Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals NHS...
Mud Bricks to Smart Concrete: A Brief History of Building Materials
Did you know that concrete is the second-most consumed material in the world – second only to water? One of modern humanity’s most important...
Planning permission sought for Phase Two of Tustin Estate
The planning submission for Phase Two of the re-development of the Tustin Estate in south-east London has been submitted. Planned in four phases,...
Bargate Homes Submits Detailed Plans for New Housing Development in Old Bedhampton, Havant
Detailed plans for a proposed new housing development in the scenic Hampshire suburb of Old Bedhampton have been submitted to Havant Borough Council...
Why Construction Continues to Have a Hard Time Engaging Gen Z
The UK construction industry faces a significant challenge: Engaging Generation Z. To explore this issue, Design and Build UK spoke with Des Duddy,...
Rare 100% Affordable Housing site to be delivered in The New Forest
Construction has begun on a new housing development in Dibden Purlieu, on the edge of The New Forest, by award-winning AJC Group - but this is a...
Construction work underway on 81 high-quality new homes coming soon to Hucknall
Construction work on 81 new homes is well underway at HarperCrewe’s latest development in Hucknall, Nottinghamshire – which is being built in...
BCIS and Intelligent AI launch new platform to tackle growing issue of underinsurance
Underinsurance is a persistent problem that leaves property owners vulnerable to significant losses, often caused by something as simple as an...
The Key Differences Between B2B and B2C Marketing
Understanding B2B Marketing B2B marketing, also known as business-to-business marketing, involves the sale of products or services from one business...
Fairalls Building Supplies (part of Independent Builders Merchant Group)
CEO calls for Scottish Government to address the housing emergency by green lighting more housebuilding starts Edison Capital’s Eden Homes is set to...
Safeguarding the Future- Whitburn Coastal Conservation Centre
Protecting our coastal heritage is not just about preserving the past; it's about safeguarding our future. Along the Tyne and Wear coastline, this...
Balfour Beatty VINCI moves new 84 metre Aston Church Road bridge for HS2 into place in Birmingham
In a five-hour operation, Balfour Beatty VINCI moved a 1,600 tonne bridge over existing railway tracks in north-east Birmingham The bridge was moved...
First major contract in Scotland for VolkerRail as Network Rail announces up to £1.3bn contracts framework
Region & Route: Scotland’s Railway: Scotland VolkerRail has been awarded its first major contract to work on Scotland’s Railway. The...
10 SEO Best Practices for Boosting Your Website’s Ranking
Discover the top SEO best practices that will help boost your website's ranking and drive more organic traffic. Understanding the Importance of SEO...
Bouygues UK appointed as lead contractor for Stanmore College under CF21 framework
Lead contractor Bouygues UK has been appointed by the Department for Education to build Stanmore College, a further education college in Harrow,...
Five years on the trot supporting the Old Goats Grumble
Local housebuilder Harron Homes is proudly supporting the upcoming Old Goats Grumble festival, which is set to take place in Denby, Derbyshire,...
Construction Careers Without a Degree: Building Success from the Ground Up
The Growing Demand for Skilled Construction Workers The construction industry is experiencing a growing demand for skilled workers, particularly...
The Ongoing Threat of Asbestos in Construction
Despite its ban from construction a 25 years ago, asbestos continues to be a prevalent issue for the construction industry. The Health and Safety...
Steel framework completed for new City Learning Quarter college campus
The steel framework for a new city centre college campus has been completed as part of the council’s transformational Phase Two City Learning...
World-renowned artist Yayoi Kusama’s largest permanent public sculpture is unveiled in London
Japanese artist, Yayoi Kusama uses her most recognisable motif, polka dots, as inspiration to create Infinite Accumulation, a soaring permanent...
World-renowned artist Yayoi Kusama’s largest permanent public sculpture is unveiled in London
Japanese artist, Yayoi Kusama uses her most recognisable motif, polka dots, as inspiration to create Infinite Accumulation, a soaring permanent...
Advancing Electric Vehicle Charging on Construction Sites: A New Era of Innovation
As the world steers towards a greener future, the electrification of transportation emerges as a pivotal cornerstone in the fight against climate...
Safeguarding the Future: Whitburn Coastal Conservation Centre
Protecting our coastal heritage is not just about preserving the past; it's about safeguarding our future. Along the Tyne and Wear coastline, this...
Integral Residential Subsidence Expert Joins Committee of Industry Leaders
Freya Chapman, Residential Lead at UK ground engineering specialist Mainmark has become the newest member of the sector leading Subsidence Forum...
Willmott Dixon to deliver new mental health unit in Bristol
Willmott Dixon has been chosen by Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board to build a new £20 million mental health...
Carter Jonas Achieves Planning Consent for two new buildings at Harwell Science and Innovation Campus
National property consultancy Carter Jonas has secured planning consent on behalf of Harwell Science and Innovation Limited Partnership to create...
Print Marketing Trends: Staying Ahead in the Digital Age
Why print marketing is still relevant in the digital age In today's digital world, it's easy to assume that print marketing has become obsolete....
Safeguarding the Future: Whitburn Coastal Conservation Centre
Protecting our coastal heritage is not just about preserving the past; it's about safeguarding our future. Along the Tyne and Wear coastline, this...
Major milestone reached in improving accessibility at Cwmbran station
The main span for the new accessible footbridge at Cwmbran station in South Wales has been successfully installed by Network Rail. Work is...
Discovering Independence: Freelance Construction Jobs
Are you interested in the construction industry and seeking independence? Explore the world of freelance construction jobs and discover how you can...
New trade show ready to showcase advances in water jetting
The first WJA Trade Show taking place in September will provide a strong focus on key issues in the water jetting industry, including health and...
Balfour Beatty features in New Civil Engineer discussing Paddington mega-tent
Erecting a “mega tent” over a constrained work site above Paddington station has enabled Balfour Beatty to carry out renewal on a 112-year-old...
Leveraging Social Media for Business Success: Tips and Tricks
Understanding the Power of Social Media for Business Social media has become an integral part of our daily lives, and its impact on businesses...
Addressing the Housing Need 2040: New Data Analysis Shows Hot Spots For Development
The need for new housing in the UK has reached critical levels, with the current supply falling short of meeting the ever-growing demand. As the...
The amazing athletes from Dougall Baillie Associates speed towards a total of £4731.90 for theBeatson Cancer Charity
Walking, running, cycling…it didn’t matter to the big-hearted team of East Kilbride-based engineers how they did it, but it did matter that they...














































































































































































































































































































