Property

Why sustainability fails without structural engineers

9 Sep 25

Development firms could benefit from in-depth structural engineering knowledge

Modular frameworks create a monumental opportunity for UK public sector construction

5 Sep 25

Modular Buildings 3, allows public sector organisations to access a verified list of modular construction suppliers quickly and easily.

A new chapter for the Building Safety Regulator

12 Aug 25

A package of potentially significant reforms to the makeup of the Building Safety Regulator have been announced.

Solar on all new homes must align with 1.5 million homes target

20 Jun 25

The Government have said that solar panels will be included in the FHS, leading to installation on the vast majority of new build homes.

Identify the source of moisture to protect your timber buildings

10 Jun 25

Timber rot, which occurs when moisture penetrates and remains in timber, is a common issue. While moisture-damaged timber buildings can be repaired, too often the problem simply recurs in the future.

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.

Assessing progress one year into the Timber Roadmap

7 Jan 25

At the end of 2023, the government launched the Timber in Construction Roadmap.

Outlook for the property and construction sector heading into 2025

17 Dec 24

Across the residential, rental and infrastructure sectors, there will be many challenges in 2025, as well as many opportunities.

UK construction industry buoyed by potential new 10-week Accelerated Planning Service

6 Dec 24

Tradespeople nationwide have welcomed the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) announcement reviewing planning permission process.

Biggest ever test of heating in homes as UK prepares to go gas-free

29 Nov 24

The largest research project ever carried out on electrical heating systems under controlled conditions has just reported its results.