Features
Construction output sees strong rise
8 Jun 23
Construction output has gained momentum amid the strongest rise in new orders since April 2022.
Decline in Scottish home building worrying
5 Jun 23
Homes for Scotland (HFS), the leading representative body for the Scottish home building sector, is calling for a rethink across government and wider society on how to address the spiralling housing crisis. In addition to the 110,000 homes shortfall which has accumulated since 2008, latest Scottish Government figures show a
New dawn for solar
2 Jun 23
The new Solar Taskforce has met recently to discuss plans to use the ‘untapped potential’ of commercial buildings to revolutionise UK solar power. The new taskforce has been convened to drive forward actions needed to meet government ambition for 70GW solar power by 2035. Recent discussions have highlighted the untapped
SMEs recognise importance of net zero
26 May 23
New research shows that 82% of UK SME leaders recognise the importance of achieving net zero – but action risks being held back by cost pressures and lack of clarity.
Construction struggles through Spring
19 May 23
The latest monthly update from ONS on construction output shows that the industry is struggling with market conditions over the early part of the year.
Net Zero Council to drive sustainable construction
15 May 23
The newly formed Net Zero Council has conducted its first meeting.
Invest in the next generation
12 May 23
If we want to futureproof our industry, we must continue to invest in the next generation of workers.
In defence of offsets
5 May 23
With biodiversity targets confirmed, there are concerns that offsetting could lead to the same problems we have seen with carbon offsets.
The future of construction
28 Apr 23
New research reveals the construction industry faces standstill unless it addresses the barriers to development and growth.
Platform Design – Why a Single Modular Solution Cannot Create a Platform
24 Apr 23
David Johnson, shares his thoughts on the future of offsite construction, MMC and modular construction in the UK.
