Features

New BEAMA report calls for supply chain investment


The UK is at a crossroads in its journey toward decarbonisation, with an urgent need to increase investment in its supply chain.

Building careers with tech: Software’s role in the modern construction workforce


Software plays a vital role in 21st Century construction, helping modernise the industry, improve efficiencies, and deliver better project results.

BESA calls for ‘tough and rapid response’ to ISG chaos


BESA has urged the government to act quickly in response to the collapse of main contractor ISG.

What features in new housing builds are priorities compared to a decade ago?


More than ever before, there is a focus on new-builds reaching higher standards in technological advancements, sustainability, and modern lifestyles.

Developing women in leadership


The sector must more effectively engage and harness the full range of leadership talent available to it.

Compliant construction: BIM and fire door safety


Ensuring a building’s fire doors are installed correctly, and how Building Information Modelling (BIM) holds the key to ensuring compliance. 

Updating the NHS Maintenance estate standard


Amit Vadgama, principal building surveyor at Pick Everard, discusses the everyday NHS maintenance that is contributing positively to our communities, amid infrastructure spending concerns and hospital building delays.

Why leading homebuilder companies have a responsibility to help secure supply chains against cyber threats


Cyber threats increasingly target supply chains across homebuilder businesses in the construction sector and a 2023 survey stated that concern is growing.

Building Britain: Ibstock ready to play their part in getting Britain building again


After Labour’s landslide win in July’s General Election, incumbent Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves set out an ambitious programme of activity.

Chancellor unveils a new era for economic growth


The new Chancellor has promised to take immediate action to fix the foundations of the economy.