Construction News
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.
Schneider Electric UK sets out 2026 predictions for the Energy Transition
28 Jan 26
Top five trends in the coming year that will accelerate the energy transition and impact industrial growth.
Root-Power secures major energy infrastructure agreement with the National Grid
27 Jan 26
A leading battery energy storage system (BESS) operator has secured a milestone infrastructure agreement with the National Grid.
Elland Road expansion
23 Jan 26
Leeds United Football Club will begin a transformative expansion of Elland Road Stadium.
Guildford Flood Defence scheme goes on show
22 Jan 26
New proposals have been unveiled for a flood defence scheme to mitigate flood risk in Guildford town centre.
