Construction News

Demolition begins at RAF Lakenheath


Buildings are being demolished at RAF Lakenheath to build a new flight simulator facility and air hangar.

Celebrating health, safety and wellbeing champions


The best health, safety and wellbeing champions in the world have been shortlisted for the International Safety Awards 2019.

Time is running out for traditional practices in the construction industry


Mark Farmer has set out his vision for modernisation of the industry.

February contracts see upturn


Infrastructure and residential remain solid for construction.

Somerset unveils Dutch Hillblock flood defence


A Somerset town has built a Hillblock flood defence based on Dutch design to reduce floods and erosion. 

2019 Construction Trends – eight topics to watch in the year ahead


Keeping tabs on the latest industry innovations will be crucial for success. Here Trimble look at eight key construction trends.

Homes England to fund Havant Borough campus development


A new £3.4million fund from Homes England will help build a state-of-the-art campus development in Havant.

Tackling construction skills crisis with new skills initiative


Reversing the skills crisis in the construction industry by supporting a innovative new skills initiative.

Government releases Infrastructure Finance Review


The government has released the Infrastructure Finance Review with a focus on a low carbon economy and Britain's exit from the EU.

New government funding planned for homes and community growth


Communities Secretary Rt Hon James Brokenshire MP has praised the funding for homes and community growth in the spring statement.