News
New briefing note is launched focusing on increasing knowledge of housing that promotes health and wellbeing.
'Carillion effect' sparks surge in bad debt and construction failures.
Labour launch new policy paper with aim to 'rip up' definition of affordable housing.
UK joins International Solar Alliance, giving over 1 billion of the world’s poor access to renewable energy.
510 tall buildings in London's development pipeline, according to new survey.
The European Parliament has approved a revised Energy Performance of Buildings directive.
One in six MPs supports the ring-fencing of retentions as proposed in the 'Aldous Bill'.
RIBA fears Hackitt review will not deliver adequate changes and seeks combustible cladding ban.
European Investment Bank outlines $3.1bn in funding.
BRE launches online self-assessment tool for ethical labour sourcing.
Tower refurbishment failed to meet safety standards on several counts, according to leaked report.
CIC welcomes new public procurement proposals.
Child poverty plan needs more focus on housing.
Build-to-rent sector grows pipeline of homes for UK renters by 30%.
Carillion's liabilities could be much higher than previously thought, according to Receiver.
Value of London flats slashed by Grenfell-style cladding.
45% of designers say BIM helps working relationships on collaborative projects, according to survey.
The first tubes arrive in France for full-scale Hyperloop test.
Video shows how Europe’s first in-situ printed house was 'built'.
SME contractors agree 3.1% pay rise deal.
A new BRE publication proposes an intelligent solution for reducing the strain on urban water systems.
Homes England backs new programme to encourage diversity in property and regeneration sectors.
Key actions for architects to fulfil before GDPR.
Why it's important to understand the way millennials are expected to impact the housing market.
Official Receiver calls for Carillion whistleblowers.
Government announces changes to encourage small businesses to apply for government contracts.
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Approximate bill of quantities
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