Material considerations are now key to a project’s resilience
Short-term supply disruption could be an early warning of a longer-term problem for the UK’s construction sector, says Simon Rawlinson of Arcadis
Trial by example
A recent case offers valuable guidance on how samples can be used cost-effectively to present complex cases
EPCs should be updated not ditched
MPs have slammed them but Energy Performance Certificates could be a powerful tool in tackling climate change, says Martyn Reed
The Uber effect in construction
What a recent ruling on employment status could mean for the building industry
Lessons on net zero offices from 100 Liverpool Street
Some years ago this building would have been demolished and a new one put in its place, now British Land’s first instinct is to reuse existing structures, says Charles Horne
Spaces in between our buildings matter more than ever
The buzz of the city is what will attract office workers back, writes Helen Causer
Why aren’t tidal energy infrastructure projects on the horizon?
Politicians’ caution means construction firms are missing out and the UK risks missing its carbon reduction targets, says Stuart Murphy
Heat network regulations – time to re-evaluate?
Recent changes to the rules, and a growing focus on enforcement, mean heat suppliers should assess their obligations more closely
Increasing air exchange rates in offices poses some serious challenges
There are implications for the size of air handling units and ductwork, but also developers must factor in higher energy consumption and costs, says Ben Cousins
Get tooled up for the new off-payroll rules
The IR35 system for hiring freelance contractors changes next month, but there are problems with the CEST tool intended to help implement it. What can you do?
Click and collect services are filling a vital gap in the retail sector
Retailers are forming joint ventures and planning more physical space for collection points, says David Halliday
Experts in two minds – but within one firm
A recent appeal case looked at whether a company can provide expert services in claims for and against the same party
Change the rules on conserving listed buildings to keep our history alive
Listed buildings risk being stranded in the zero‐carbon economy, so we need a flexible approach to meet the challenge of improving them, writes Tony Barton
Should we be paid more post-covid?
Financial rewards may be in some people’s sights, but many seem focused on making their better work/life balance permanent, says Richard Steer
Adjudicate first, litigate after
A Scottish court has upheld the NEC3 provision that makes adjudication mandatory before litigation can be sought
