News
Researchers discover coating that enables smart bricks to store energy.
PwC reports on post-pandemic predictions from executives.
Will empty offices from COVID-19 be converted into housing?
New app being tested for construction driver safety.
Commonwealth Games 2022 Village cancelled; will be housing instead.
What is deconstructivism?
English Housing Surveys updated
Reports and factsheets for 2018, 2019 released.
NFRC working with Samaritans to support tradespeople living with mental illness.
Infrastructure Intelligence, Aug 10
New HS2 modular bridge installed in two days.
Information on new regulations for additional storeys to existing buildings.
CIOB prompts Government to include in its Industrial Strategy.
Online building inspections enable remote work.
Beirut blast destroys 19th century landmark.
IHBC registers concerns over 'Planning for the future' strategy.
Shop Local Week seeks to revive high street businesses.
Eaglesham becomes UK's first conservation village.
Contractors advised to check insurance when taking on new types of work.
One of the tallest freestanding luffing jib cranes goes up in Fulham.
People Wiki launched for a more diverse and inclusive industry.
Finalists announced for Construction Manager of the Year Awards.
Construction Enquirer, August 6
Hackitt criticises slow movement towards building safety.
Construction should embrace big data.
HMRC investigating furlough fraud amongst property and construction firms.
Consultation begins on once in a generation changes to the planning system.
Toolbox Guidance: When a listed building is not a listed building.
CICV Forum issues new health and safety guidance for return to work.
Architects encourage renovations, not demolitions.
Build to rent housing sector experiences growth.
RIBA Product Selector to be replaced by NBS Source.
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