Public Sector

No compare – why framework comparison is a risky business


At a time when the framework market is more competitive than ever, it can be tempting for public sector organisations to choose the lowest cost.

Energy efficiency investment for schools


Some £500M of funding has been allocated for energy efficiency upgrades in schools and colleges,

Biodiversity Net Gain Guide launched


Biodiversity Net Gain guidance launched for public sector contractors.

Autumn Statement 2022: What to expect in 2023


In this article, Adam Roper discusses the Spending Review and what this means for the construction industry in 2023 and beyond.

Construction in the UK – building resilience


Companies bidding for government contracts worth more than £5m a year have to commit to achieving net zero emissions by 2050.

Road strategy under pressure


The National Audit Office has warned that road enhancements are under pressure due to inflation, with difficult decisions to be made in prioritising projects. The NAO has released its report into the second Road Investment Strategy, which shows that by March 2025, National Highways will have undertaken less work on

Vital infrastructure and local powers help country level-up


Key amendments will help local people regenerate communities, protect the environment and level-up the country.

Brownfield housing boost


Derelict land to be transformed into new homes in boost for local regeneration.

Bidding opens on £1Bn refit and refurb framework


Pagabo has opened bidding for its latest construction framework.