Finance & Legislation
Stronger Towns fund announced to boost economy in small towns
7 Mar 19
The Prime Minister has announced a Stronger Towns fund for economically deprived areas.
From CIS to making tax digital for VAT: Construction made simple
5 Mar 19
The Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) is not new news to those in the industry - but it can be time-consuming.
Why construction firms are missing out on millions in R&D tax credits
4 Mar 19
Why are so many companies in the sector failing to claim R&D tax credits?
Interserve announces losses and increases shareholder control
1 Mar 19
Troubled contractor Interserve has released data on its 2018 losses and increased shareholder control.
Payment in the construction sector
1 Mar 19
The Court of Appeal has recently provided clarification around payment in the construction sector.
Prosecution follows worker death
28 Feb 19
The HSE has prosecuted a civil engineering contractor following the death of an employee.
How can the adjudication process help resolve construction disputes?
25 Feb 19
Adjudication can be a time and cost-efficient way of resolving disputes that arise within the construction industry
Leeds company credits business growth to HS2
21 Feb 19
Leeds based company Soil Engineering has credited its 35% business growth to its role in HS2.
Interserve’s troubles a warning sign for subcontractors
18 Feb 19
Shakespeare Martineau look at the lessons learnt from Carillion's collapse and the warning signs coming from Interserve.
Manchester City united under construction standards
18 Feb 19
Manchester City Council has pledged to work with Unite, on its building projects.
