Construction News

Esh Construction to deliver £2.1M retrofit scheme


Esh Construction to upgrade up to 120 properties after local authorities receive funding.

Raise the roof with mass timber to bring down carbon emissions


The built environment is already responsible for almost 40% of global carbon emissions.

Labour manifesto promises ‘change’


The Labour manifesto has been released and its commitments have been widely welcomed by the construction sector.

Housebuilding manifesto pledge scrutinised


We take a look at the response from around the sector.

BESA welcomes election focus on apprenticeships


BESA has welcomed the renewed focus on technical apprenticeships triggered by the general election campaign.

Moray West offshore wind farm powers ahead


The monopiles for the 882 MW Moray West offshore wind farm are now installed.

Jones Bros appointed to deliver crucial coastal defence project in North Wales


Jones Bros Civil Engineering UK is utilising its expertise on the £13M Kinmel Bay development.

NFB publishes “Supporting Construction to Power Growth” manifesto


The NFB has published its "Supporting Construction to Power Growth" manifesto.

RIA Manifesto 2024: A fresh start for UK rail


RIA has published its manifesto for the next Parliament which seeks a fresh start for UK rail.

Bridging the gap: Ibstock encourages more young people to consider career in construction


The Construction Skills Network report paints a stark picture of the extent of the UK’s construction industry skills gap.