All Building articles in 22 January 2021 – Page 2
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NewsMP wants to know if those in construction will be classified as key workers
But schools minister fails to answer question
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NewsGleeds raids T&T for new infrastructure boss
Firm beefs up division on back of Network Rail and TfL wins
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CommentA big step forward in pursuit of safer products
The announcement of a regulator to hold the industry to account combines with work already under way to bring about much-needed improvement, says the CPA’s Peter Caplehorn
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NewsEast West rail gets £760m cash injection
Direct rail link between Bicester and Bletchley to open for the first time in over 50 years
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NewsKier turns to Aecom for head of London building business
David McKenzie was chief operating officer for Aecom’s Europe, Middle East and Africa construction services
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FeaturesExplainer: What the draft Future Homes Standard means for new developments
The government has published the draft version of Part L which comes into force next year. Here are five key points you need to know
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NewsLondon homes to have smaller windows than rest of UK
Proposals part of consultation into regulations to control overheating in new homes
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CommentDemystifying digital twins
The number of digital twins in use in construction is limited, so what will help the sector to realise their potential?
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NewsVideos launched by government explaining to industry new Brexit trading rules
Firms urged to get up to scratch with trading changes
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NewsOusted RICS directors asked organisation to keep their departure under wraps, group says
Independent inquiry into governance scandal launched last week
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NewsLondon health and safety directors top earnings charts with annual salaries of £110,000
Building’s latest Hays contractors salary survey reveals who’s picking up what
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Features2021 contractor salary survey: a year dictated by covid
Coronavirus continues to dominate industry sentiment, and there’s a feeling among professionals that jumping ship may be the best way to guarantee their futures
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FeaturesProcurement update: increasing productivity
Design, procurement and construction processes have become more complex over time, and the added complications of covid-19 and Brexit have piled on the pressure. Steve Watts of Alinea examines in detail the factors affecting productivity and considers how we can bring about improvements to get more for less
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FeaturesSpecifier: Covid-safe technology
In the wake of covid-19, it is clear that infection control needs to become integral to buildings – as well as to construction sites. David Ludlow surveys some innovative products that can help protect against virus transmission
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FeaturesInside British Land’s new social value and sustainability strategy
With the goal of achieving net zero carbon for its entire portfolio by 2030 and a commitment to strong community partnerships, the developer is taking a bold approach. Thomas Lane talks to British Land head of community Anna Devlet and sustainability chief Juliette Morgan
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NewsRICS bows to pressure and sets up inquiry into governance furore
U-turn follows governing council vote last night
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NewsGalliford Try nabs HS2 JV director for key highways role
Firm also promotes its area director to key regional role
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CommentLet’s keep up this collective spirit
Construction came together to work through previous lockdowns, we must continue to work together to find solutions says Build UK’s Suzannah Nichol
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NewsGreen light for TfL’s largest ever housing scheme
HOK-designed west London development will feature 850 homes