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Boston set for 85 brand new homes, built by Gleeson

Thursday, 15th October 2020

Gleeson Homes has achieved approval to build 85 new 2, 3 and 4 bedroom homes all complete with off-street parking and front and rear gardens after taking ownership of land in Toot Lane, Boston. The exciting development is the first... View Article

Innovative modular housing scheme completes in Lincolnshire

Wednesday, 14th October 2020

Midlands contractor G F Tomlinson has completed works on an innovative modular housing scheme in Grantham, which is the first of its kind in the region. Delivered for South Kesteven District Council, through the Scape Regional Construction framework, the scheme... View Article

Nationwide launch next generation GRP fire door range

Wednesday, 14th October 2020

The vital role that fire doors play in protecting the occupants of a property has never been more compelling as it has been in the past few years. Nationwide Windows & Doors has devoted time, clever product design and testing... View Article

Illuminating roof system specification

Wednesday, 14th October 2020

In response to increasing focus on sustainable solutions to support the UK target of net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, Marley has launched its Marley SolarTile® range. The integrated photovoltaics (PV) system that offers easy installation, sleek design, energy... View Article

Black moves into the bathroom

Wednesday, 14th October 2020

Black is permeating the bathroom. As we enter the shorter months, we’re embracing dark tones and welcoming them into the wash space as we mirror the early nights and moody skies on the horizon. Why black? One of the biggest... View Article

CALA Pods partnership makes home office dream a reality

Wednesday, 14th October 2020

An award-winning homebuilder has struck up a partnership with a luxury garden pod provider to offer buyers across the west of Scotland the perfect opportunity to future proof their home. CALA Homes (West) has joined forces with Livingston-based urbanpods to... View Article

Construction leaders prepare for seismic change at day 1 of NBS Summit

Wednesday, 14th October 2020

Senior leadership across the construction sector attended a virtual event hosted by NBS, The Construction Leaders’ Summit: The Digital Future. Day one of the conference focused on the big levers of change, looking at political, economic and technological drivers helping... View Article

Topping out ceremony on innovative Powys Council social housing development

Tuesday, 13th October 2020

Building firm J.G. Hale Construction has been joined by members of Powys Council at a topping out ceremony, placing the final tile on the last roof of a 32-unit development on the council’s land north of Heol-Y-Ffynnon in Brecon. J.G.... View Article

UK construction output slows badly – “August a serious misfire but housebuilding is booming” – Naismiths surveyors

Tuesday, 13th October 2020

Gareth Belsham, director of the national property consultancy and surveyors Naismiths, commented: “The construction industry as a whole has been brought down to earth with an almighty bump, but housebuilding is booming. “The gravity-defying, record-smashing growth of June and July... View Article

It’s never been more important to know who is behind your structural warranty…

Monday, 12th October 2020

Covid-19 has delayed and affected many builds this year, leaving many looking for some stability in these uncertain times. When choosing the your structural warranty provider for your projects there are some key things you need to know before purchasing... View Article

Behind every Bristan product you’ll find a wreath of support to help you specify more easily and efficiently

Monday, 12th October 2020

Since 1977, Bristan has been producing products that fit perfectly into our customers’ needs and lifestyles and are consistently easy to choose, install and use. With brilliantly simple quality products that always fit your project requirements, timescales and budget. Supporting... View Article

Newland Homes secures further development opportunity

Friday, 9th October 2020

Newland Homes has secured an opportunity to redevelop a seven-acre brownfield site in the heart of Stroud. The Daniels Industrial Estate is located between the Bath Road and Dudbridge Road, and is currently owned and managed by Industrial Sales Ltd.... View Article

Stamp duty holiday has already saved homebuyers £108m as 85% pay no tax on their purchase

Friday, 9th October 2020

The latest research from lettings and estate agent, Benham and Reeves, has revealed the huge number of homebuyers that have already benefited from the current stamp duty saving and the money they’ve saved. Benham and Reeves analysed sold price records... View Article

Homebuilders and the Supply Chain Sustainability School collaborate to research packaging waste

Thursday, 8th October 2020

Three of the UK’s largest homebuilders – Barratt Developments, Bellway and Taylor Wimpey – are collaborating on research to tackle the problem of packaging waste in the homebuilding sector. Working through the Supply Chain Sustainability School’s Waste and Resource Efficiency... View Article

Rise in construction activity offers employment opportunities, says FMB

Thursday, 8th October 2020

The sharp increase in UK construction activity in September, according to the IHS Markit/CIPS PMI data published today, offers hope for new jobs in the building industry, says the Federation of Master Builders (FMB). Brian Berry, Chief Executive of the... View Article

Helsinki Energy Challenge received hundreds of proposals from around the world

Thursday, 8th October 2020

The application phase of the Helsinki Energy Challenge ended on 30 September. The competition inspired 252 teams from 35 countries from around the world to participate. The participating teams presented their proposals on how Helsinki can stop using coal for... View Article

Newland Homes’ hatrick at industry awards

Thursday, 8th October 2020

Housebuilder, Newland Homes, has scooped a triad of accolades at this year’s Local Authority Building Control (LABC) Awards; prestigious industry awards that recognise developments across England and Wales which are built to exceptionally high standards and individuals that go the... View Article

PM promises ‘Generation Buy’ with 95% mortgages

Wednesday, 7th October 2020

Set to give first time buyers 95 per cent mortgages, PM Boris Johnson has promised a scheme to create two million more owner-occupiers. Much like the Help to Buy scheme, the PM has stated that first time buyers will be... View Article