Opinion – Page 22
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CommentWe need to keep a closer eye on prices
Better tracking and forecasting will help us ride the materials cost rodeo. But don’t forget that prices are just one factor in project success
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CommentConstruction industry gossip: Looney tunes
From a moon-obsessed cladding talk to a council publishing some “proper whack” planning decisions, it’s been an interesting month
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CommentClimate emergency: are you part of the problem or part of the solution?
COP26 is coming and professionals in the built environment must use this moment to focus minds on the path to net zero
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CommentMy hopes and fears for construction ahead of COP26
In just over two weeks’ time, the UK is set to host the biggest international conference on climate change in history. When COP26 lands in Glasgow on 31 October, the eyes of the world will rest firmly on this country and our progress towards net zero carbon.
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CommentBridging the valley of death: greener buildings need not cost more
The right use of technology can provide affordable future-proof buildings that perform better for everyone. The ABC is here to help, says Sam Stacey
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CommentGood design is crucial as we tackle the nation’s biggest challenges
The cabinet reshuffle and hosting of COP26 are two major events this season that form part of the UK’s longer race towards a different future, says Sadie Morgan
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CommentWe must attract more young people to a job making history
The skills shortage facing construction is particularly acute within more niche, highly skilled roles. So it’s time for the Year of the Craftsperson, says Adrian Attwood
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CommentJoin me in the last-chance saloon and we’ll rise to the climate change challenge
An awful lot is riding on the COP26 conference in my home town in November, says Jack Pringle. We must lead by example and all make a difference
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CommentIt is vital that we rise to the digital challenge
The infrastructure sector is among the last to embrace the potential of the digital revolution but it is in all of our interests to do so, says Richard Threlfall
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CommentConstruction industry gossip: Have you heard the latest?
There’s old news … and then there’s very, very old news
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CommentLevitt’s warts-and-all report must lead to real change at the RICS
Members want a more transparent organisation representing them – and they want their voices to be heard
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CommentCountdown to COP26: Timber is a panacea but use it wisely
Timber is widely regarded as the obvious solution in the quest for a sustainable construction material, but it is not as simple as that
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CommentCan the RICS become fit for purpose again?
Only root-and-branch reform can restore the professional body’s credibility after the mass resignation of the senior management team, Richard Steer says
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CommentGet that September spring in your step
This has always been the month for getting back to normal, our batteries recharged – but it’ll require extra measures this year to get everyone’s bounce back, warns James Wates
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CommentWanted: new, young talent to improve our world
If construction is really to change for the better, then our industry leaders need to engage the gamechangers, says Ann Bentley
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CommentThere is still (just about) time to modernise rather than die
Five years ago, my wake-up call to the industry was considered dramatic, but I fear I was not being bold enough. The industry’s underlying weaknesses are now more exposed than ever, says Mark Farmer
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CommentFire safety fears are still being ignored
The Building Safety Bill is an opportunity to create a rigorous and impartial inspection and testing system but in its present form the legislation may mean private profit takes precedence over protecting people, writes Zutec’s Tom Boland
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CommentIt’s important to embrace cultural differences with international clients
Different ways of doing things in different countries can cause challenges and delays when working on a project, but they can also lead to its more successful conclusion, says Alinea’s Iain Parker
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CommentHappiness by design
Architects know how to boost wellbeing through good design – but the onus is on developers to encourage that, says Félicie Krikler
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CommentT&T and CBRE: A good deal to think about
What will T T’s sale of a 60% stake to CBRE mean for the firm – and the wider industry?