Features
I want to make Britain’s roads 90% recycled
29 Mar 19
How long will it be before the roads you drive on are almost entirely made from recycled material?
Building higher casts shadow on rights to light
28 Mar 19
Adding additional storeys to buildings without planning could have serious consequences on rights to light.
How our sector can meet its sustainability commitments in 2019
25 Mar 19
Sustainability is at the top of the agenda for every sector and in particular, the construction industry.
Somerset unveils Dutch Hillblock flood defence
22 Mar 19
A Somerset town has built a Hillblock flood defence based on Dutch design to reduce floods and erosion.
Critical importance of clearly identifying scope of works
22 Mar 19
This case shows the critical importance of clearly identifying the scope of works.
2019 Construction Trends – eight topics to watch in the year ahead
21 Mar 19
Keeping tabs on the latest industry innovations will be crucial for success. Here Trimble look at eight key construction trends.
Liverpool begins plans for Northern Powerhouse station
20 Mar 19
Liverpool has set up a commission to oversee plans for a £6billion Northern Powerhouse station connected to HS2.
Government releases Infrastructure Finance Review
20 Mar 19
The government has released the Infrastructure Finance Review with a focus on a low carbon economy and Britain's exit from the EU.
New government funding planned for homes and community growth
20 Mar 19
Communities Secretary Rt Hon James Brokenshire MP has praised the funding for homes and community growth in the spring statement.
How firms can combat the tragic effects of mental health problems in the workplace
19 Mar 19
Mental health problems in the work place are a big issue, especially within the construction industry, and in particular for electricians.
