Today, Glenigan releases the April 2026 edition of its Construction Index, highlighting the serious challenges facing the UK construction sector, which seem to be relentless. The industry remains in the tight grip of decline which, if not [read more…]
The 2.0% fall in construction output in the three months to January 2026, as reported in the latest figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS), should set alarm bells ringing for an industry already under [read more…]
Yes, wood fibre insulation is suitable for mainstream housebuilding. It can be used to insulate the walls, floors and roof, and is available in air-injected or rigid board form. It is formed from at least [read more…]
At a time when Scotland desperately needs electricians to fulfil housing demand and net zero targets, the head of Scotland’s largest construction trade body, SELECT has accused the UK and Scottish Governments of undermining the electrical workforce [read more…]
New research from workplace health specialists Lime Health reveals that more than four in ten construction workers report making more errors when working while unwell, raising significant safety concerns across one of the UK’s most [read more…]
The built environment accounts for two-fifths of global carbon emissions, whilst UK construction generates three-fifths of all waste. For years, the industry has indirectly been focused on operational carbon; as a byproduct of the energy [read more…]
New structural engineering manual for bamboo is a significant milestone in realising the benefits of bamboo to widen its adoption. Comprehensive guidance about the design of permanent bamboo structures has been published by the Institution of [read more…]
David Connacher, Marketing Manager of West Fraser, discusses the benefits of engineered wood panels, It is well accepted that the use of timber panel products began a century back when plywood was first manufactured in quantity. Aeons beforehand, the Egyptians also [read more…]
Darren Binns, National Sales Manager at Jefferson Tools, breaks down the key differences between the noise-reduced and standard 200L compressors, helping businesses in manufacturing, construction, and other industries choose the best model for their unique [read more…]
With a week to go until the Autumn Budget, the latest output data is probably not what the Chancellor wanted to see, as David Crosthwaite, chief economist at BCIS, explains. “Construction output grew by just 0.1% [read more…]
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