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Roofing decisions: Relative Cost Increase Vs. Cost Totality

Monday, 5th October 2020

When selecting roofing materials for a building project, taking a price-led approach per unit cost may not be the best approach. Pauline Manley, Marketing Director at Klober, explains how this can create a false economy and that cost totality of... View Article

ESi – heating controls for all homes

Sunday, 4th October 2020

ESi offers a range of programmers that enables the installer to comply with Part L of the Building Regulations, providing separate timed heating control for living and sleeping zones in a home, while also providing timed control of hot water.... View Article

Mayor of London letter to Jenrick on changes to planning system

Friday, 2nd October 2020

Open letter from the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, to the Secretary of State, Robert Jenrick MP Dear Robert, Changes to the current planning system Further to my previous correspondence on this issue, I am formally responding to your ‘Changes... View Article

New home space standards will prevent ‘rabbit hutch’ homes, says FMB

Friday, 2nd October 2020

The Government’s announcement that new homes delivered through Permitted Development Rights will need to meet minimum space standards is a welcome boost to creating quality new homes, says the Federation of Master Builders (FMB). Brian Berry, Chief Executive of the... View Article

Landmark partnership between Anchor Hanover and McCarthy & Stone launched to deliver ‘affordable for all’ retirement solutions

Friday, 2nd October 2020

McCarthy & Stone, the UK’s leading developer and manager of retirement communities, and Anchor Hanover, England’s largest not-for-profit provider of specialist housing and care for people in later life, today announce a development partnership which will see the country’s two... View Article

Industry expert calls for greener Green Homes Grant

Thursday, 1st October 2020

A living roof specialist is calling on the government to ‘green up’ the Green Homes Grant by extending it to include environment-friendly roof garden projects. The grant scheme, which opens for business today, is aimed at improving the energy efficiency... View Article

Snickers Workwear NEW POLARTEC® POWER STRETCH® Jackets and Fleeces – the ‘Sustainable’ Choice

Thursday, 1st October 2020

Sharp, stylish looks and market-leading recycled POLARTEC® fabric technology make these a must for the autumn on site or outdoor leisurewear. Snickers Workwear continues to lead the way with working clothes that have an ergonomic design, superb functionality and fit... View Article

Graven Hill awarded best residential development of the year

Wednesday, 30th September 2020

The UK’s largest custom and self-build development, Graven Hill, has been named the best residential development of the year by Oxfordshire property awards, Oxprop. The Bicester-based development beat off stiff competition to win the award, recognising housing developments that manage to... View Article

Designer Contracts awarded onto fourth national procurement consortium

Wednesday, 30th September 2020

Designer Contracts, the UK’s largest flooring contractor – has been named as an approved supplier for a leading UK purchasing consortium. With a focus on the education sector, The North Eastern Universities Purchasing Consortium Ltd (NEUPC) is one of six... View Article

Building trades need to be prioritised for new skills funding, says FMB

Wednesday, 30th September 2020

Construction must be made a strategic priority for life learning, says the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) in response to the Prime Minister’s speech today outlining an expansion of post-18 education and training. Brian Berry, Chief Executive of the FMB,... View Article

Redrow launches waste reduction programme as it reinforces environmental commitment

Wednesday, 30th September 2020

Redrow has reinforced its commitment to reducing the impact it has on the environment with the start of its ‘Reduce the Rubble’ initiative, becoming the first national housebuilder to undertake a waste project of this calibre at this scale. The... View Article

British Property Federation: Property industry must support roll-out of NHS Covid-19 app

Wednesday, 30th September 2020

The British Property Federation (BPF) today urges businesses of all sizes to lead the charge for the NHS Covid-19 app launched yesterday in England and Wales. The property sector is in a unique position – as the developers and managers... View Article

RTPI calls for £500m boost to England’s planning system in CSR response

Wednesday, 30th September 2020

Half a billion pounds must be injected into the England’s planning system over the next four years to ensure the government’s objectives on housing, beauty, climate, the economy and health can be achieved, according to the Royal Town Planning Institute... View Article

Jackon brings ICF innovation to UK market

Wednesday, 30th September 2020

Jackodur Atlas and Thermomur, two Insulated Concrete Formwork (ICF) systems from Jackon are set to revolutionise UK house construction in the coming years. ICF is a modern construction method, which is widely used in Europe and North America and is... View Article

Training Courses, Webinars, NVQs and Apprenticeships from NHBC

Wednesday, 30th September 2020

As well as being the UK’s leading provider of warranty and insurance for new homes, NHBC is a significant training provider to the industry, delivering 13,500 training days each year. Virtual Training NHBC’s training team has been successfully supporting the... View Article

Königstone’s search for a fabricator in the North West

Wednesday, 30th September 2020

Leading worktop and surface specialist, Königstone, (www.konigstone.co.uk) is seeking a new fabrication partner in the North West of UK to supplement the company’s healthy growth and expansion. This is following on from the success of Königstone’s debut presence at KBB... View Article

A sense of repurpose

Wednesday, 30th September 2020

From Steve McSorley, Director, Perega The concept of circular design in construction is nothing new and, over the last decade, many articles have been written on the long-term advantages this approach can offer society at large. One particular aspect of... View Article

Fibo increases its warranty to an industry leading 25-years

Tuesday, 29th September 2020

Following significant product development, waterproof bathroom and kitchen wall panel manufacturer, Fibo, has increased its product warranty to an industry leading 25-years across its entire range, underpinning the quality and performance of its panels as a true alternative to tiling.... View Article