Construction News
Report recommends better Northern Powerhouse plans
4 Jun 19
A report from the RTPI has encouraged more joined up Northern Powerhouse plans to benefit small communities.
Housing company invests £100million in modular homes
4 Jun 19
Places For People have invested £100million in modular homes in the largest investment yet for off-site manufacturing.
Infrastructure tour launches in Essex
4 Jun 19
Treasury Minister Robert Jenrick has launched a national infrastructure tour allowing people to give feedback on local infrastructure needs.
Construction Connectivity – Getting Back to Basics
3 Jun 19
New technology and processes deliver tangible benefits for construction firms.
Planning inspectorate accepts application for Great Yarmouth river crossing
3 Jun 19
The Planning Inspectorate is reviewing designs for a highway river crossing for the river Yare in Norfolk.
NHS Highland approves construction of new hospitals
3 Jun 19
NHS Highland has approved an investment that will modernise health services the region and help construct new hospitals.
New rules to allow NHS trusts to gain control over properties
31 May 19
Health Minister Stephen Hammond has announced new guidelines which will allow NHS trusts to purchase buildings on their estate.
Bombardier wins contract for Egyptian monorail
31 May 19
UK train manufacturer Bombardier Transport has secured a €4.4billion contract for the construction and maintenance of the Egyptian monorail.
Homes England funds 4,000 new homes with local authorities
30 May 19
Homes England has created a £55million fund with 12 local authorities to deliver 4,000 new homes.
Housing development approved by Edinburgh Council
30 May 19
A new housing development for Edinburgh providing hundreds of homes, including affordable properties, has been approved by the local Council.
