Construction News

The Grenfell Legacy – why we need to rethink fire safety


As many reflect on the Grenfell Tower Inquiry and its recommendations, it's important to recognise that the issues brought to light extend far beyond high-rise residential buildings

SMEs shine in Procure Partnerships Framework


Procure Partnerships Framework has named 95 consultants awarded places on its second-generation national professional services framework.

Scottish Water launches £9Bn procurement programme


The largest procurement ever undertaken by Scottish Water has been launched to transform the country’s public assets.

New skills hubs launched to get Britain building


Thousands of construction apprenticeships will be made available per year thanks to £140M industry investment in skills to get Britain building again.

AI Exoskeleton technology trial shows potential for reducing back injuries


AI driven exoskeletons aimed at preventing workplace fatigue and back problems has been successfully trialled at TECHNAL UK.

UK construction industry buoyed by potential new 10-week Accelerated Planning Service


Tradespeople nationwide have welcomed the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) announcement reviewing planning permission process.

Warm homes heat boost


 Up to 300,000 households will benefit from home upgrades in the next year, as the government confirms new steps to help households of every kind take up measures that can help save money on their bills and deliver cleaner heating.  

Anglian Water tenders for £10Bn AMP8 business plan


Anglian Water has kicked off the procurement process for a PDP to support its capital investment delivery over the next 15 years.

AI innovators to fuel UK’s clean energy future as new competition launches


Innovators from across the country can support the UK’s push to reach net zero by 2050 from mid-November.

New Export Guarantee Champions UK Engineering and Design Services


UK Export Finance (UKEF), the UK’s export credit agency, has introduced a new guarantee product to help British firms secure international contracts.