Construction News

Construction activity sees steep drop


Steepest drop in activity since april 2009 sees alarm bells rung.

Manchester Mayor reveals new transport network map


Mayor Andy Burnham has revealed a new transport network map that will integrate public transport across Manchester.

Study shows how the construction industry can reduce plastic


A new study from Insulation Express examines how the UK construction sector can reduce plastic usage.

Environment Agency spends £30M on flood defences


The Environment Agency began construction of new flood defences at Burton-upon-Trent.

Brexodus causes pay rise in construction


Randstad revealed an increase in asking salaries due to a Brexodus of EU workers.

Midas Group appoint new director


One of the UKs largest independent construction services providers, Midas, found a new Finance Director.

Communities Secretary announces 19 new garden villages


The Communities Secretary announced 19 new garden villages to the Chartered Institute of Housing.

Highways England reveals new scheme to improve A358


Highways England announce high-quality dual carriageway on A358.

Midland Mail Line receives £53M in upgrades


The Minister for Rail saw investment of £53M to the Midland Main Line.

Becoming a digitally enabled construction sector


The construction sector needs not only to maximise BIM, but also to look beyond it and truly embrace digital technology