Construction News

Sustainability Projects Showcased for COP26


In advance of COP26, Glasgow City Council has launched a site for visitors to explore its sustainability projects and green events

Budget 2021: Unleash Potential of Railways


The Railway Industry Association (RIA) has set out ‘six key actions’ for the UK Government in its submission to the Spending Review.

Wavin Leads Change Toward Net Zero


Wavin has joined the latest cohort of the Construction Leadership Council’s (CLC) net zero carbon programme

Green Business Leaders Call for Action


A new report makes a call to action for the built environment industry and policy makers to respond to the climate crisis

How Planning Systems have Changed in 20 Years


Tim Bartlett from West Northamptonshire Council reflects on his first days in the job implementing a new planning system

Budget 2021: Tax Increases Must be Carefully Measured


Any tax increases the Government might be planning to recoup some of the money spent dealing with the pandemic must be carefully measured

Investigation into Crumbling Stonework in Parliament


Experts have begun an investigation into crumbling stones, cracking ceilings and warping windows in the Houses of Parliament.

Building an Electric Future – Challenges and Opportunities


Jordan Brompton discusses recent electric vehicle charging point legislation and what this means for housebuilders and property developers.

Flood Prevention Yields 20% Cost Saving


A new flood prevention programme in Great Yarmouth is set to use an innovation-led approach to help protect properties

Plans to Drive Down Cost of Clean Heat


New plans have been announced by the UK Government to lower the cost of clean heating. Low-carbon, more efficient heating systems