Construction News
Offshore wind pipeline faces power dilemma without robust energy supply chain, report finds
9 Oct 24
New research has revealed that persistent power challenges continue to pose substantial hurdles for the rapidly growing offshore wind industry.
Crack down on late payments in major support package for small businesses
8 Oct 24
The government has unveiled new measures to support small businesses and the self-employed by tackling the scourge of late payments.
‘Carbon-eating’ building materials research set to advance sustainable construction
7 Oct 24
A team of scientists from Heriot-Watt University, are investigating the use of biochar as an innovative, low-carbon building material.
Salford researchers to help tackle housebuilding challenges to meet industry demand
4 Oct 24
The UK’s housebuilding sector is struggling to meet supply chain challenges in the current climate.
Construction work officially begins on first phase of Huddersfield regeneration
3 Oct 24
The main construction work on the first phase of Our Cultural Heart – Kirklees Council’s major regeneration scheme in Huddersfield town centre – is officially underway.
New army accommodation under construction at Upavon
2 Oct 24
A ground-breaking event has taken place at Trenchard Lines to mark the start of construction on new Single Living Accommodation (SLA) blocks.
New BEAMA report calls for supply chain investment
1 Oct 24
The UK is at a crossroads in its journey toward decarbonisation, with an urgent need to increase investment in its supply chain.
Building careers with tech: Software’s role in the modern construction workforce
30 Sep 24
Software plays a vital role in 21st Century construction, helping modernise the industry, improve efficiencies, and deliver better project results.
NHDG issues briefing note for energy efficiency retrofit
26 Sep 24
NHDG has issued a ministerial briefing note to outline its 10 key recommendations in energy efficiency and retrofit
BESA calls for ‘tough and rapid response’ to ISG chaos
25 Sep 24
BESA has urged the government to act quickly in response to the collapse of main contractor ISG.
