Construction News

Sustained slump in activity since September


The latest PMI® data has been released looking at construction activity over the last month.

Nuclear boom for Britain


Biggest expansion of nuclear power for 70 years will create jobs, reduce bills and strengthen Britain’s energy security.

Five ways to reduce emissions in the built environment 


Innovators need to focus to reduce household emissions across the built environment in time for 2050.

3,000 local businesses benefit from rail work


New figures show SMEs making up a record 75% of Network Rail’s supplier base.

Delivering on decarbonisation


Energy efficiency and insulation professionals, industry figureheads and government officials came together at an event at the end of 2023, celebrating the transformational work undertaken by the sector.

Global Call by the President of the World Cement Association


Wei Rushan, WCA President of the World Cement Association sends out a global call following COP28.

2024 Construction predictions


As we move in to 2024, what areas are expected to drive further change and what will likely become hot topics.

Building a sustainable built enviornment – On the path to Net Zero


How the sector can contribute to the transition to a net zero economy.

Leaving behind a year of uncertainty


Building Cost Information Service (BCIS) considers the outlook for construction in 2024.

Above and beyond: Pushing Social Value


Pagabo, discusses where national framework providers and clients can go above and beyond PPN 06/20