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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

CIOB, RICS and RIBA welcome new fire safety measures in high-rise blocks

Wednesday, 10th June 2020

Three leading professional bodies in the built environment, the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) have jointly welcomed new measures from the Government which will ensure... View Article

Bewley Homes and One.site leads the construction industry in the fight against Covid-19

Wednesday, 10th June 2020

New technology is being trialled for the first time in the UK which is expected to be a ‘game changer’ for workers upholding social distancing on construction sites. Bewley Homes is testing a number of social distancing wristbands that vibrate... View Article

RPM International Inc. launches Construction Products Group (CPG) Europe, a new umbrella brand for top UK construction names

Tuesday, 9th June 2020

RPM International Inc, one of the global leaders in speciality construction products, has unveiled a new identity for its regional construction division in Europe. Launching in the UK on June 1st, and already active across the continent, Construction Products Group (CPG)... View Article

Sapphire’s high quality control contributes to award winning development

Tuesday, 9th June 2020

Beautiful glass balconies by Sapphire are part an award-winning Glasgow development by Barratt Homes in Queen Margaret Drive, a stone’s throw from the city’s Botanical Gardens. A prestigious project designed for discerning residents, The Botanics’ specification had to meet exacting... View Article

Small is beautiful on World Green Roof Day

Thursday, 4th June 2020

Small roof spaces – from bike sheds to bus stops, kitchen extensions to home offices – make perfect homes for beautiful green roofs and industry experts supporting this year’s World Green Roof Day on June 6th are encouraging everyone to... View Article

WGRD’s window of opportunity for urban greening

Thursday, 4th June 2020

Market-leading modular green roof manufacturer Wallbarn has joined forces with World Green Roof Day organisers in calling for people to look out of their windows and identify flat roofs that would be perfect for transforming into insect and bird friendly... View Article

Kitchen design specialist unveils new brand identity

Thursday, 4th June 2020

Commodore Kitchens has changed its name to Commodore Design and revealed a fresh new look. The new visual identity, which includes the strapline ‘bespoke as standard’, aims to more accurately position the growing business as it seeks to strengthen its... View Article

Locked down buildings need more than flushing to ensure water quality

Thursday, 4th June 2020

Following a report on Sky News headed ‘Businesses told to flush out water supply before reopening to avoid potentially deadly Legionella bacteria’, Toby Hunt from Guardian Water Treatment, urges responsible parties to proceed with caution when it comes to this... View Article

How to detect and fix water leaks on your property

Wednesday, 3rd June 2020

A water leak on your property can cause all kinds of problems, ranging from inconvenience to structural damage. If you suspect that you have a water leak on your property, then here’s what you need to know. Use Your Water... View Article

LGA responds to housing for ageing population report

Wednesday, 3rd June 2020

Responding to a new report from the Centre for the Study of Financial Innovation, ‘Too Little, Too Late? Housing for an ageing population’, Cllr David Renard, LGA housing spokesman, said: “As we look to restart the housing market and build the... View Article