Commercial

Demolition gets underway in Shrewsbury town centre


Demolition is underway, kickstarting the transformation of the Smithfield Riverside area in Shrewsbury town centre.

Construction ramps up pace


Growth accelerated in the UK construction sector as the second half of the year got underway.

Construction goes from zero to hero


The growth in monthly GDP was driven by a 1.9% increase in construction output.

BCIS issues five-year construction industry forecast


Building costs will increase by 15% over the next five years according to the latest construction forecast data from the Building Cost Information Service (BCIS).

Construction output continues to rise


The UK construction sector remained inside growth territory as the second quarter of the year drew to a close.

Construction activity rises at fastest pace in two years during May


Growth in the UK construction sector gained momentum during May.

Cornwall to see £10Bn construction investment over the next 10 years


Cornwall to see £10Bn construction investment over the next 10 years

Building services sector is ‘turning the corner’


Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) contractors are increasingly optimistic about their future growth prospects, according to a new report from the Building Engineering Services Association (BESA). The Association’s latest annual Top 30 Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) Contractor report, produced in partnership with the construction consultancy GHCS/GH Engage, found the sector’s largest companies in good

PMI rises for second month


Business activity growth gained momentum across the UK construction sector in April.