Construction News

Government unblocks land for new homes


More than 100,000 new homes could be built following Government plans to release more land for development.

HSE fine asbestos breach


HSE has fined a construction company for exposing the public to asbestos.

£29M upgrade for Humber flood defences


Work to help manage flood risk and improve infrastructure in north-east Lincolnshire has begun.

Report shows cost still high for contractors


Delay between material prices falling and build costs reducing for contractors, recent SCF research reveals

Construction industry’s digital transformation


The construction industry has been a focal point for the UK government in developing it's digitisation.

New Scottish wind farm powers up


Jones Bros Civil Engineering UK has begun work at North Kyle Wind Farm in East Ayrshire.

Pioneering research to tackle plastic use in construction


An internationally significant research project has begun to drive out plastics in the construction industry.

Schools share £18.6M decarbonisation makeover


Seven UK schools have been selected to take part in an £18.6M innovative Decarbonisation Pilot, led by the Department for Education (DfE).

Going direct: Why direct award is back in business


As public sector budgets continue to be squeezed, local authorities are increasingly looking at ways in which construction projects - many of which are essential to ensure the smooth running of the public estate - can provide the best value for money.

Redefining excellence in I&L construction


As more businesses look to take ESG performance forward, there’s a growing need for the industrial and logistics property sector to benchmark its buildings.