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Small businesses to benefit from one of the largest shake ups to procurement regulations in UK history


New procurement rules have today become law, following the Royal Assent of the Procurement Act - and is part of plans to make long-term decisions that will change this country for the better.

DIO completes new maintenance facility for US Air Force F-35 jets


The Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) and its contractors have celebrated the opening of a new F-35 facility for US Air Force jets at RAF Lakenheath.

Work begins on a major flood scheme in Lowdham


Work has begun on a new £26 million flood storage reservoir to better protect homes and businesses in the Nottinghamshire village of Lowdham from the devastation of flooding. 

HS2: rumours rife over project


Speculation over the progress of HS2 is rife. Will the government curtail this massive infrastructure project short of its original destinations?

The low-down on high risk


What exactly is an High Risk Building and how does the industry need to be prepared for managing the development stages of a project?

Housebuilders struggle with ‘E’ in ESG


Housebuilder confidence high on delivering social value, but hard yards to come on environmental reporting.

Thermal water system technology could reduce energy bills


The patent revolves around the dynamic control of a water provision system in buildings.

Mental health worries for construction professionals


87% agreed that ‘working on my main project has negatively affected my mental wellbeing’.

Quality over Quantity: Retaining Talent in the Construction Industry 


This article looks at the current challenges faced by the construction sector when trying to retain talent. 

Tackling skills shortages in the construction industry with UK apprenticeships


As the rate of UK construction workers continues to decrease businesses must rapidly fill skills gaps to keep up with industry demands.