Construction News

A different approach to tackle flooding


Environment Agency Chief Executive, Sir James Bevan, says a new approach is needed to tackle flooding over the next 50 years.

2018 sees HPI stall


The figures for January house prices have been released by the ONS and the Land Registry, showing a drop in growth from December.

Major roads for the North


Transport for the North responds to the government Major Road Network proposals.

Government support for neighbourhood planning


More communities will now be able to access free, expert advice and guidance, to help make their neighbourhood vision a reality.

ALARM survey rings bell for local road condition


The latest ALARM survey has been published which highlights the shocking state of Britain’s roads.

Homes England invests in garden town of the future


Proposed Otterpool Park comprises up to 12,000 homes near Folkestone.

HS2 engineers unearth ancient coastline in West London


Newly discovered sub-tropical coastline dates back 56 million years.

Transport for the North


Following in the footsteps of the Northern Powerhouse, Transport for the North has been established.

New approach to estimating


CIOB has published a new Code of Estimating Practice, updated to reflect how procedure, practice and process of construction have changed.

The Spine takes shape in Knowledge Quarter Liverpool


Named in reference to iconic staircase which resembles human vertebrae.