Entries by Lyn

AIM’S ACOUSTIC INFILLS TO REDUCE REVERBERATION AT HARTLEPOOL ACTIVE WELLBEING HUB

  AIM – Acoustic & Insulation Manufacturing’s cut to fit Acoustic Trough Infills have been incorporated into roof areas at Hartlepool’s new £34.65m ‘Highlight’ Active Wellbeing Hub.  Designed to reduce reverberation in buildings with a high proportion of hard internal surfaces, especially where noise is generated within the building such as sports facilities, the infills […]

Ideal Heating expands Expert Academy On-Demand platform to enhance offer to installers

  Ideal Heating has announced an expansion of its Expert Academy On-Demand platform, with the launch of new digital training courses. These new courses include comprehensive product training for both the Ideal Logic Air and HP290 air source heat pumps. Each course delivers detailed, step-by-step guidance on installation, commissioning and controls. With their modular format, […]

Fundemental Reset needed by Industry Training Board

An independent review commissioned by the Department for Education has called for a ‘fundamental reset’ of the current Industry Training Board model to safeguard growth. The review, Transforming the Construction Workforce, led by industry expert Mark Farmer and published by the government last week, said the current system is not effectively addressing the construction sector’s […]

Connecting talent & opportunity with globalbridge 

    In 2025, the CEA (Construction Equipment Association) is making significant strides with globalbridge—a platform designed to level the playing field for young people and redefine how talent is discovered. With momentum already building, the goal remains clear: to ensure every young person has the chance to shine while every employer gains access to the […]

MMC: MEETING DEMANDS

Work has started on a new housing development in Somerset to ‘meet the demands’ of a local town. Stonewater development in Frome has been designed to be built quicker and to cut down on disruption while work is taking place. The Cherry Grove project will provide 24 ultra energy-efficient homes that meet the local demand […]

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 […]