Construction News

VolkerFitzpatrick Wins Contract for Blade Factories


Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy has announced that it has awarded VolkerFitzpatrick an £82 million design and build contract.

City & Guilds Partners with EAL


To help with the skills gaps in the construction industry, City & Guilds has struck a partnership with EAL.

Retrofit Service to Train 3,500 Tradespeople


A retrofit service in Greater Manchester to eco-refurbish their homes is planning to train builders, joiners, electricians and plumbers.

National Highways Announces Renewal Programme


National Highways has announced deals with 50 supply chain partners to carry out up to £3.6 billion in renewals for England's motorways

Materials and Labour Shortages Threaten Recovery


Subcontractors throughout the UK are struggling to take advantage of the economy reopening due to supply chain issues,

Public Views Sought for Sustainable Homes


TWO and Hill Group have launched a public consultation to share emerging plans for around 318 new homes, a public park and streets

Jobs Supported by £650bn Investment


In an ambitious National Infrastructure and Construction Pipeline the Government has set out how £650bn of private and public investment

Construction Businesses Invited to Summit


Firms, public/private sector bodies that are involved in the construction industry in the North East have been invited to an emergency summit

Renewable Energy Support Scheme Backed


Details of how the UK will obtain more electricity from renewable energy sources are set to be published by the Government

National Highways to Inspire New Talent


National Highways has enlisted the help of the world’s best-selling video game, Minecraft, to inspire the next generation