Construction News

Derbyshire residents set to benefit from major retrofit works to estates


Residents in Derbyshire are set to benefit from a series of retrofit works to estates which will make their homes fit for the future.

Revamped New Hospital Programme


The UK Government has reaffirmed its commitment to delivering all hospital projects in the revamped New Hospital Programme (NHP), setting out a realistic timeline backed by properly costed funding.

Pagabo names suppliers for new facilities management framework


27 suppliers have been appointed to the latest framework managed by procurement provider Pagabo.

Government building maintenance backlog is at least £49Bn


The public spending watchdog has estimated that the government’s maintenance backlog is at least £49Bn.

Report reveals circular retrofitting could unlock a $3.9 trillion global market


In collaboration with the World Economic Forum, McKinsey highlights the untapped potential of circular retrofitting to decarbonise the built environment and deliver significant economic and environmental benefits. 

Green light for Dundee’s pioneering Green Transport Hub


McLaughlin & Harvey have secured the £11.1M contract for the main construction works on Dundee’s new Green Transport Hub.

AI poised to transform UK Infrastructure delivery, says CECA


CECA has highlighted the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) for the UK’s infrastructure sector.

McCoy Contractors delivers on ten-year Schools Rebuilding programme


The Coundon Court School redevelopment is part of the government's ambition to rebuild and refurbish schools across England.

Wales set to complete £1.4Bn road project this summer


One of the UK’s largest and most ambitious road construction projects is on track for completion this summer

Improvements in fencing design 


Fences are often constructed from a series of vertical metal bars held together by upper and lower rails which run horizontally between vertical posts.