Features
Identify the source of moisture to protect your timber buildings
10 Jun 25
Timber rot, which occurs when moisture penetrates and remains in timber, is a common issue. While moisture-damaged timber buildings can be repaired, too often the problem simply recurs in the future.
Risk Vs Reward: Labour’s ambitious plans for stalled housing developments
10 Jun 25
Labour’s plans to allow local authorities to take control of stalled housing sites signals bold intent to tackle the UK’s housing shortfall.
Companies warned not to ‘fake’ diversity
3 Jun 25
Built environment firms shouldn’t do anything about improving the diversity of their workforces if they don’t truly believe in it.
Immigration policy must serve Britain, not party politics – NFB
29 May 25
The Government has published a new White Paper which sets out major reforms to the UK’s immigration system.
BSI publishes groundbreaking standard for MMC in residential developments
28 May 25
New specification to build confidence in modern methods of construction (MMC) for residential developments has been published by BSI.
Polymer building blocks are a potential game changer for modular construction
27 May 25
Can waste polymers find use in the construction industry for making building blocks? Mark Sugden of Withers & Rogers explains more.
Insight: Digitalisation and the future of low-carbon housing
23 May 25
Digitalisation is reshaping homes, playing a pivotal role in reducing carbon emissions and enhancing energy efficiency.
Ten years of progress on payment, pre-qualification and skills
19 May 25
The industry has made significant progress on late payment, pre-qualification, and competence since the formation of the trade body Build UK .
Moving beyond EDI to embed good employment
11 Apr 25
The benefits of EDI - higher retention, more productive teams, and healthy morale - are crucial.
Universities fear government reforms will stifle construction sector demand for higher and degree apprenticeships
3 Apr 25
Industry fears forthcoming apprenticeship reforms will deter many construction firms from upskilling their workforce.
