Features
Immigration policy must serve Britain, not party politics – NFB
29 May 25
The Government has published a new White Paper which sets out major reforms to the UK’s immigration system.
BSI publishes groundbreaking standard for MMC in residential developments
28 May 25
New specification to build confidence in modern methods of construction (MMC) for residential developments has been published by BSI.
Polymer building blocks are a potential game changer for modular construction
27 May 25
Can waste polymers find use in the construction industry for making building blocks? Mark Sugden of Withers & Rogers explains more.
Insight: Digitalisation and the future of low-carbon housing
23 May 25
Digitalisation is reshaping homes, playing a pivotal role in reducing carbon emissions and enhancing energy efficiency.
Ten years of progress on payment, pre-qualification and skills
19 May 25
The industry has made significant progress on late payment, pre-qualification, and competence since the formation of the trade body Build UK .
Moving beyond EDI to embed good employment
11 Apr 25
The benefits of EDI - higher retention, more productive teams, and healthy morale - are crucial.
Universities fear government reforms will stifle construction sector demand for higher and degree apprenticeships
3 Apr 25
Industry fears forthcoming apprenticeship reforms will deter many construction firms from upskilling their workforce.
Pagabo provides clarity on impacts of new NPPS and PPNs
12 Mar 25
The Labour government’s new National Procurement Policy Statement (NPPS) sets out strategic priorities for public procurement.
Damning report from PAC on HS2
11 Mar 25
'A case book example of how not to run a major project' is the damning comment from the Public Accounts Committee.
Alternative building practices are crucial to unlocking AI infrastructure benefits
7 Mar 25
With AI capabilities developing at an unprecedented pace, the government has announced its AI Opportunities Action Plan.
