Entries by Lyn

Flood risk challenges rising

Oxfordshire flood risk challenges rising, warns trade body Dangerous flash flooding, rising water tables, and insurance difficulties are among the increasing flood risk challenges facing households in Oxfordshire. This is according to The Property Care Association (PCA), which has called for a strategic approach to flood risk management to encourage better resilience as the UK government […]

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COMPLEXITIES OF UK ENERGY PROCUREMENT

  Chris Goggin observes how the UK procures its energy and the complexity in which it is then distributed and reacquired. As the UK progresses towards NetZero Rinnai looks to assist the industry in understanding what roles specific energies will fulfill and what approach the UK utilizes towards both the national and international energy markets. […]

As winter fades: the upcoming year in construction

  As winter’s grip loosens and the days grow longer, the construction industry prepares to embrace the opportunities and challenges that the warmer months bring. The transition from winter to spring is always a significant time for construction professionals, as weather-related delays lessen, productivity increases, and new projects come to life. With spring and summer […]

Barnsley is ‘Open for Business’ with New Development Site

GREGORY GROUP COMPLETES PURCHASE OF 10 ACRE INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT SITE IN ROCKINGHAM, BARNSLEY   Gregory Property Group, in conjunction with Commercial Development Projects Limited of Elland, has completed the purchase of a 10-acre development site at Junction 36 of the M1 at Dearne Valley Parkway, Rockingham from Barnsley Council.   Having obtained planning permission to […]

Backing Heathrow to Kickstart Growth

Government backs Heathrow expansion to kickstart economic growth   Plan could create over 100,000 direct jobs, boost a better-connected British economy by billions, and lead to cheaper fares and fewer delays for families as part of Plan for Change. Expansion must be delivered in line with UK’s legal, environmental and climate obligations. Working people and […]

Clear Energy Strategy Necessary for UK Manufacturers

Manufacturers are still being hit with rising gas and electricity prices, and while the record highs of early 2022 have abated, many businesses are struggling to meet the cost of their energy needs. However, according to Make UK, one in five manufacturers has still not put a clear energy procurement strategy in place to protect […]

27,000 historic planning applications could now be approved

27,000 historic planning applications could now be approved due to green belt to grey belt reclassification   The latest internal data release from Searchland, the development site sourcing specialists, has revealed that there are some 3,425 planning applications that were previously rejected due to being located on green belt land, green belt land that would now […]

Overhauling the UK’s Infrastructure and Construction Landscape: A Legal Perspective

Charles Banner KC In a landmark move to accelerate the delivery of major infrastructure projects, the UK government has approved significant reforms aimed at streamlining legal processes and reducing the delays that have hampered development. Spearheaded by the recommendations of the independent Banner Review, these changes promise a faster and more efficient implementation of significant […]

AIM’S IMPROVED OSCB AND WCB RANGES MEET RAINSCREEN FIRE PROTECTION CHALLENGES

  Significant investment in product development and testing for its Open State Cavity Barrier (OSCB) and new Wall Cavity Barrier (Red Edition) ranges has enhanced their suitability for rainscreen cladding systems, says AIM – Acoustic & Insulation Manufacturing.   Open state cavity barriers and full fill cavity barriers are crucial to fire safety within rainscreen […]

Selkent shines with Diamond certification for exceptional work on national project

Selkent has been awarded the prestigious High-Speed Blue Diamond certification for its exceptional performance on HS2 projects.   Selkent, a leading UK supplier of construction fixings and tools, received the quality award from Skanska Costain STRABAG (SCS) Railways, for its consistently high operational performance on the Main Works Lots S1 and S2 project over the […]