Finance & Legislation

Challenges for construction in 2021


From the introduction of the VAT reverse charge to Brexit, experts predict even more change in the construction industry this year.

Realising Sustainability Ambitions


Jamie Cameron explores how businesses can reach the proposed BEIS framework for rating the energy and carbon performance

Public Sector Should Collaborate with MMC Providers


COVID-19 has had huge consequences on the UK’s public sector, with resources and budgets proving inadequate

Hidden Impact of Brexit Taking Toll on SMEs


Since the construction sector reopened in the summer confidence has been high, with growth in March 2021 the highest on record since 2014.

How Government are Supporting Self Employed


The introduction of the Self Employment Income Support Scheme (SEISS) was a saving grace during the pandemic.

Why Have an Arbitration Clause?


In recent months we have written about using mediation and adjudication as dispute resolution tools, now we look at arbitration.

LSBU Donates £150k for New Apprenticeships


The London South Bank University is donating £150k to ‘Reskilling the Recovery’.

How Digital Tools can Help Construction Firms


Adam Prince from Sage in this latest feature he writes about the benefits of using digital tools can help the construction industry.

Could R&D Hold the Key for Survival


From tax policy changes to Brexit and the fallout from COVID, businesses across the country have been hit by challenges in the last year. 

Construction Framework Review Should Push Playbook


Gemma Duxbury looks at the government’s independent review of construction frameworks must consider both the public sector and contractors.