Posted: 23rd October, 2018
New research from the FMB shows that half of UK builders have been victims of tool theft. Tool theft is plaguing the industry, causing disruption to companies, projects and builder’s merchants as tools and equipment are replaced, and sensitive details changed for security. The recent research from the FMB shows that of those victims, a... Read More
Posted: 23rd October, 2018
London Gatwick has launched a 12-week public consultation to gather feedback for its newly published draft masterplan. It is hoped that the continued development of London Gatwick will help meet future aviation demand for sustainable growth, while ensuring stronger connections between Britain and other global markets post-Brexit. It’s thought that the development will also provide new opportunities... Read More
Posted: 22nd October, 2018
It’s a dangerous world for businesses; almost half were hit by a cyber attack last year, and construction companies are increasingly finding themselves in the crosshairs of the criminals. With complex supply chains consisting of numerous contractors and third-parties, those in the construction sector are often seen as an easy target as there are so... Read More
Posted: 22nd October, 2018
Responding to UK government’s Construction Sector Deal, international property and construction consultancy Gleeds has launched a new design app. Frame© is a new online BIM and project management application, designed to allow members of the construction team to collaborate easily and deliver all the benefits of BIM Level 2, including reduction of risk, better cost... Read More
Posted: 19th October, 2018
The Department for International Trade has launched a portfolio of investment opportunities across the UK, which will see thousands of jobs and new home created across the country. The Minister for Investment, Graham Stuart, launched the portfolio at the UK’s largest property exhibition – MIPIM UK, alongside International Trade Secretary Dr Liam Fox MP. Gateshead... Read More
Posted: 19th October, 2018
Housing and Regeneration Minister Rebecca Evans has announced a number of projects which will share in the second phase of the three-year Innovative Housing Programme, worth £90M in total. Houses that generate their own power, flats with vertical gardens and homes built using local supply chains are some of the projects to share in £43M... Read More
Posted: 18th October, 2018
The Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy (BEIS) has appointed Triple Point to the role of Delivery Partner for its Heat Network Investment Project (HNIP). Triple Point will manage a commitment by BEIS of £320M in the form of loans and grants, to leverage in an additional £1Bn of additional private and institutional investment.... Read More
Posted: 17th October, 2018
With 2018 proving to be a turbulent year for construction, we are delighted to announce the launch of our first industry survey: Constructing the future: the challenges and opportunities facing the construction industry. This exciting piece of construction research will help pull together thought and opinions from across the industry into a larger study on... Read More
Posted: 17th October, 2018
Transport for London (TfL) has confirmed that the streets and public spaces surrounding Nine Elms will be improved for pedestrian, cycling and public transport use. A 2.5 kilometre stretch of Nine Elms Lane and Battersea Park Road is to be comprehensively overhauled to create a more attractive and accessible street scene. Crucially, TfL says the... Read More
Posted: 17th October, 2018
In somewhat surprising news, an RSM survey has revealed that 43% of mid-market construction firms feel a ‘no deal’ Brexit will have an advantageous or favourable effect on their revenues. Additionally, RSM say a further 25% of construction firms feel a ‘no deal’ scenario will have no effect whatsoever on their future turnover. Only 21%... Read More
