Public Sector

Platform Design – Why a Single Modular Solution Cannot Create a Platform


David Johnson, shares his thoughts on the future of offsite construction, MMC and modular construction in the UK.

Capture and store renewable energy boost


Some £30M of Government funding has been awarded to innovative projects that will capture and store renewable energy for later use.

£4.5Bn Southern Construction Framework confirms contractors


The winning contractors for the fifth generation SCF Construct framework, have been announced

Energy efficiency upgrades


More than 115,000 homes across England will benefit from energy efficiency upgrades.

UK Infrastructure Bank Bill becomes law


A vital part of the Government’s plan to invest in infrastructure, the UK Infrastructure Bank Bill has received Royal Assent.

New levy for affordable housing and local infrastructure


A new levy will see developers pay a fairer share for affordable housing and local infrastructure such as roads, schools and GP surgeries.

New framework ensures environmental targets for road and rail


The updated framework has measures to protect the environment in new major road, rail, and rail freight schemes.

First modular cells unveiled


The new units are the first of 1,000 Rapid Deployment Cells being rolled out at 18 prison sites.

HS2 tunnel progress as ‘Florence’ and ‘Cecilia’ pass Amersham


Two giant tunnelling machines ‘Florence’ and ‘Cecilia’ - are digging HS2’s longest tunnels.

Construction starts on Manchester government hub


Minister Jeremy Quin has broken ground on the Government Property Agency’s new First Street Hub in Manchester.