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Tudor Roof Tiles returns to full production

Tuesday, 16th June 2020

Tudor Roof Tiles, the UK’s foremost independent manufacturer of traditional handmade clay Peg and Plain tiles, has returned to full production at its factory in Lydd Kent. Comprehensive health and Safety and Covid 19 social distancing measures have been put... View Article

Sapphire’s speed of install wins praise from Barratt Homes

Monday, 15th June 2020

When balconies used on its development at Upton Park in Newham, London proved particularly slow to install, Barratt Homes sought an alternative supplier for the next phase, known as Block F. Offering fast and efficient installation, Sapphire’s innovative Glide-OnTM Cassette®... View Article

Moda Living unveils major pre-lets and pioneering lettings strategy as Build-to-Rent sector demonstrates resilience in face of COVID-19

Monday, 15th June 2020

Moda Living (Moda), a leading developer, operator and owner of Build-to-Rent (BTR) homes in the UK, and joint venture partner Apache Capital have agreed a major corporate pre-let, signing 50 of 200 available apartments in the tower of the JV’s... View Article

Larkfleet Group appoints new CEO to drive nationwide growth

Monday, 15th June 2020

Larkfleet Group, the Bourne-based housebuilder, has appointed a new chief executive as it prepares to triple in size over the next five years. John Anderson takes up the reins on 1 July. He replaces Karl Hick, the founder of Larkfleet... View Article

New showhome concept for CALA Homes (West)

Monday, 15th June 2020

CALA Homes (West) has embarked on a partnership with a high-end furniture brand to bring a new dimension to selected showhomes across its portfolio across the West of Scotland. The award-winning homebuilder has linked up with Danish interiors brand, BoConcept,... View Article

Government urged to integrate major construction sites into test and trace

Monday, 15th June 2020

The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) has called on the Government to set up COVID-19 testing stations on major construction sites around the UK to ensure any outbreaks are tracked and traced as quickly as possible, enabling construction to bounce... View Article

Aluminium decking experts AliDeck launch new extended 8 colour standard range

Monday, 15th June 2020

Aluminium decking specialists AliDeck continued their recent run of innovation and product development with the announcement of the expansion of their standard colour range for aluminium deck boards and joists. Adding six new RAL colours to their range, AliDeck now... View Article

New buyers looking for outside areas and green spaces as interest in new homes revives

Friday, 12th June 2020

Following the reopening of the housing market in England, on the 13 May, the May 2020 RICS Residential Market Survey unsurprisingly saw a slight improvement in the outlook for sales over the coming twelve months across the UK as a... View Article

Get the coverage you need with the new JSP Helmet Mounted Cough Guard

Friday, 12th June 2020

With Construction companies back to work and social distancing measures in place, JSP have developed the new Helmet Mounted Cough Guard, a n easy to fit screen which provides an extra layer of secondary protection against droplets and aerosols. It... View Article

Farrells secures planning for first phase of major Deptford regeneration scheme

Friday, 12th June 2020

On behalf of Convoys Property Limited, Farrells has been granted planning permission by the London Borough of Lewisham for the first phase of Convoys Wharf, a £1bn regeneration scheme on the Royal Docks in Deptford. As the first of 22... View Article

ONS figures show largest fall in construction output on record

Friday, 12th June 2020

Construction output fell by 40.1% in the month-on-month all work series in April 2020, according to the Office for National Statistics. This was driven by a 41.2% decrease in new work and a 38.1% decrease in repair and maintenance; all... View Article

Designer Contracts moves to new HQ

Thursday, 11th June 2020

The UK’s largest flooring contractor, Designer Contracts has moved into new headquarters, four times the size of its former premises. The impressive space, located in Chesterfield, boasts 8,000 sq ft, with room to accommodate 50 people plus meeting and conference... View Article

Delay in VAT rule change gives construction firms room to breathe amid Covid-19

Thursday, 11th June 2020

The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) has welcomed the Government’s announcement that the start of the ‘reverse charge’ rule for VAT payments for construction services will be pushed back from October 2020 to March 2021, giving the industry breathing space... View Article

Knight Frank – Lettings market surges a month after lockdown lifts

Thursday, 11th June 2020

Lettings market activity has rebounded in the four weeks since the property market re-opened on 13 May, according to Knight Frank. The number of valuation appraisals for lettings properties in the week ending 6 June was the highest number on... View Article

Planning application submitted for £1bn east London estate regeneration

Wednesday, 10th June 2020

Havering Council and Wates Residential have submitted plans for the Waterloo Estate in Romford, east London. The proposal – which is the largest council estate regeneration planning application to be submitted this year in London – will see 1,380 new... View Article

Project Etopia acquires self-build specialist Tribus Homes

Wednesday, 10th June 2020

Offsite eco developer Project Etopia has today announced its acquisition of self-build specialist Tribus Homes. The two companies formed a partnership under the ‘E-Tribus’ banner last year but Project Etopia has now purchased the company, including its manufacturing facility in... View Article

NFB calls for major reform of CITB and no delay to consensus

Wednesday, 10th June 2020

Following mounting concerns from members, the National Executive Board of the National Federation of Builders (NFB) has unanimously called for major reforms to the CITB in order to support skills in the sector. The decision, made last week, follows concerns... View Article

Simon Dudley new chair of leading MMC project AIMCH

Wednesday, 10th June 2020

The Advanced Industrialised Methods for the Construction of Homes (AIMCH) project is delighted to welcome Simon Dudley, Interim Chair of Homes England, as Chair of the AIMCH Stakeholder Group. The stakeholder group provides vital two way engagement to disseminate project... View Article