Construction News
Flagship accelerator unlocks 125,000 homes and takes on new sites
13 Feb 26
The government has announced the launch of Phase 2 of the New Homes Accelerator, a central initiative designed to expedite the delivery of over 125,000 new homes.
Government launches warm homes plan
12 Feb 26
The UK Government has unveiled its £15 billion ‘Warm Homes Plan’.
UK and Europe sign historic pact to drive clean energy future
11 Feb 26
UK and EU commits to advancing joint offshore wind projects aimed at delivering a secured and sustainable energy future across the region.
More than 35,000 improvements delivered as council continues record housing investment
10 Feb 26
Thousands of tenants in Birmingham are now seeing the benefits of the country's biggest investment programme in council homes.
From Paddy to Panel: Harnessing Rice Husk Waste for Sustainable Building Insulation
6 Feb 26
A novel cladding element that uses rice husk waste – a by-product of rice production – as its core insulating material.
Government unveils water industry overhaul
5 Feb 26
The UK Government has announced an unprecedented overhaul of the national water system.
New homes for Wychavon Town
4 Feb 26
Homes England and Summix agree outline planning for the new settlement of Wychavon Town.
Bridgwater Tidal Barrier Scheme
3 Feb 26
The Bridgwater Tidal Barrier scheme, a major infrastructure initiative led by the Environment Agency, has now advanced with a revised design.
Industry leader reveals 5 key challenges for construction in 2026 – and how to avoid them
30 Jan 26
James Coughlan, CMO at Astrak, has identified five key challenges and trends set to define the market in 2026.
New Hospital Programme delivery on track
29 Jan 26
New NAO report assesses delivery of New Hospital Programme.
