Construction News

Second phase of construction on Worthy Down begins


The second phase of work on renovating Worthy Down Barracks in Hampshire has begun.

OPE programme assigns latest funds


Developing public-sector land will bring forward thousands of homes and jobs, and create savings.

Accelerated construction programme breaks ground


Homes England has awarded the first funds from the Accelerated Construction Programme.

Partnership between Homes England and the MOD will release land for development


A new partnership between Homes England and the Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) will develop land being released by the MOD.

Interserve’s troubles a warning sign for subcontractors


Shakespeare Martineau look at the lessons learnt from Carillion's collapse and the warning signs coming from Interserve.

Manchester City united under construction standards


Manchester City Council has pledged to work with Unite, on its building projects.

New government fund looks for AI and digital design projects


The Industrial Strategy Challenge fund has allocated £18M for AI and digital design in construction.

Garden communities project boost


Homes England has confirmed a cash boost of £9M for Garden Communities.

COINS Grand Challenge hopes to boost Construction Industry Innovation


The 2019 COINS Grand Challenge is an opportunity to win funding.

The benefits of AI in construction


AI solutions that have made an impact in other industries are beginning to emerge in the construction industry.