The government reckons that the UK’s imminent entry of an Asia-Pacific free trade agreement is going to have big benefits for UK constructionRead Full Article: The Construction Index
Free trade hurdle cleared, but who will it help?
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Watchdog spots flaws in biodiversity net gain enforcement
A government requirement for developers to deliver biodiversity net gain on their build projects in England is open to abuse and not being run well, according to the National Audit Office.Read Full Article: The Construction Index
Shareholders back Barratt-Redrow deal
Shareholders of both Barratt Developments and Redrow have voted almost unanimously in favour of the takeover deal announced in February.Read Full Article: The Construction Index
Edinburgh approves £80m Ocean Point 2
The transformation of Leith continues with the green light for Ocean Point. Read Full Article: The Construction Index
AI tool predicts hold-ups
An Israeli technology company has come up with a tool that predicts delays on construction projects.Read Full Article: The Construction Index
Infrastructure panel recommends faster, firmer decision-making
The National Infrastructure Commission has called for faster decision-making from government to achieve carbon reduction targets.Read Full Article: The Construction Index
Tilbury Douglas sets Interserve firmly into rear-view mirror
Tilbury Douglas saw 25% revenue growth in 2023 and returned to profit. saw 25% revenue growth in 2023 and returned to profit.Read Full Article: The Construction Index
Re:Construction podcast – Episode 153
The Construction Skills CrisisRead Full Article: The Construction Index
Artisan plans summer start for Saltaire Riverside
With demolition nearly complete, construction of the Saltaire Riverside development is on course to start this summerRead Full Article: The Construction Index
UK ‘lacks skills’ for major infrastructure, say MPs
A House of Commons investigation has concluded that the UK does not have the capability to deliver the government’s infrastructure plans.Read Full Article: The Construction Index
Recycled aggregates volumes hit new high
The amount of construction aggregates from recycled and secondary sources in Britain has reached an all-time high, according to the quarrying industry’s trade body.Read Full Article: The Construction Index
JCT Minor Works family released
Today sees the release of the 2024 edition of the JCT Minor Works Building Contract family.Read Full Article: The Construction Index