Regeneration of overlooked communities alongside new towns will be vital if UK is to hit homebuilding target
Only by adopting an ambitious, long-term mindset and working in partnership will we manage to build those 1.5 million homes, writes Sir Michael Lyons, chair of the New Towns Taskforce
Modularisation in data centre development must begin with the supply chain
Demand for cloud storage is only going to increase, so the sustainability and efficiency benefits of embracing offsite construction are clear, says Derek McNamara at Linesight
University challenge: how estate teams are investing and innovating despite financial pressures
In the face of ever-increasing budgetary strain, universities are shifting their focus from expansive projects towards schemes that deliver operational savings, environmental performance and an all-round better student experience, writes Mike Borkowski
Why Industry Foundation Classes is the future of construction collaboration
Andrew Norrie makes the case for open data standards, and argues Industry Foundation Classes has a vital role to play in data sharing, workflow streamlining and the shift to automated, model-driven 4D planning
Leading with confidence: Patricia Moore’s story
T&T UK managing director Patricia Moore discusses how the consultant tripled turnover to £591m, leveraged its CBRE partnership and maintained growth through economic uncertainty while taking on 300 apprentices annually.
This Stirling Prize winner is a model for how we can all live better
Witherford Watson Mann’s Appleby Blue scheme shows how thoughtful design can help us age well, strengthen communities and rethink how generations live together, says Ben Flatman
This month’s construction industry gossip: Noises off
The latest chatter around the industry
Failure to tackle shoddy retrofit work could destroy confidence in the industry
The shock findings of this week’s NAO report into botched external wall insulation installations has damaged public confidence in the benefits of retrofit. Decisive action is needed to restore faith and prevent future waste, says Thomas Lane
DEI is under threat – we urgently need systemic change
Five years on from our last survey, new research shows young people remain sceptical about a career in construction. Here’s how we take meaningful action, says Sonia Watson
AI is coming to a desk near you! Here’s how to make sure you are ready
We have a unique chance to improve our industry using ever more powerful technology in a responsible way, says Mark Farmer
Now is not the time to panic about low planning approvals
As poor statistics continue to roll in Steve Reed and Matthew Pennycook must hold their nerve, stick to their plan and be patient, argues Paul Smith
We have a system that avoids employment: The lessons to be learnt from City & Guilds research
Nicola Hodkinson discusses how the industry can fix the skills gap, speaking from the experience of running a company where apprentices account for more than 11% of the workforce
How Cornwall cracked the procurement code to deliver maximum local economic impact
When Cornwall Council set out to boost its local economy through capital delivery, it did not just tender a framework, it reimagined how public money could work harder for local communities. The resulting joint venture created a blueprint for local delivery which delivers the government’s goal of “getting Britain building” ...
Labour must rethink private finance for infrastructure projects
Seven years after PFI was scrapped, the Labour government is being forced to reconsider private finance for infrastructure as it grapples with empty public coffers and ambitious construction targets.
Adjudicators should aim for an ‘industry result’
Adjudication’s rough-and-readiness is partly about getting a result that makes sense in industry terms – that just works
What will the Employment Rights Bill mean for construction?
Construction employers must prepare for the significant impact of this legislation
Will the CLC building control approval guidance be a gateway to success?
These short guidance notes aim to reduce rejections and delays by providing more clarity on what information to include in gateway 2 applications
Stick to the payment process – or pay the price
A new ruling underlines the rigidity of the payment process: no pay less or similar notice, then no wiggle room in sum due
What the immigration white paper means for construction
The proposals are a potential minefield for the construction industry
Beware what you promise on WhatsApp – it could be a binding contract
Informal messages can form a binding contract even without formal documentation
