Construction News

Election prompts construction’s blueprint for growth


12 recommendations that the future government should implement to effectively boost the UK’s economic growth and productivity.

Major changes to the Building Safety Act: What to look out for


Following the Grenfell Tower tragedy, the Building Safety Act 2022 aimed to revolutionise the way buildings are designed and constructed

New nuclear power plant earmarked for North Wales


New nuclear power plant earmarked for North Wales

Ground-breaking for new Single Living Accommodation at Royal Military Academy Sandhurst


A major construction project is underway to deliver modern, sustainable Single Living Accommodation (SLA) for Army personnel.

Northumbrian Water completes its procurement in preparation for AMP8


Northumbrian Water has completed its AMP8 framework procurement with the appointment of 33 new partners.

How effective logistics support the achievement sustainability goals 


Sustainability is a vast conversation across multiple industries, with many mapping out lofty net zero carbon emissions targets in the coming decades.

Turning the property sector green 


Long-term solutions for existing properties to meet net zero requirements, as part of the UK Government’s Net Zero ‘Build Back Greener’ strategy plan

Cornwall to see £10Bn construction investment over the next 10 years


Cornwall to see £10Bn construction investment over the next 10 years

Building services sector is ‘turning the corner’


Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) contractors are increasingly optimistic about their future growth prospects, according to a new report from the Building Engineering Services Association (BESA). The Association’s latest annual Top 30 Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) Contractor report, produced in partnership with the construction consultancy GHCS/GH Engage, found the

Giant turbines, bigger funding


The world’s most advanced wind turbine test facility will be built in Blyth, Northumberland.