Entries by Lyn

The Governments Planning Policies

The government published in December 2023 its delayed new National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF). This sets out the government’s planning policies for England and how these should be applied. The focus is on housing delivery, but it does include several other provisions. The main provisions of interest to the sector are summarised below: Plan Making […]

THE AI DIVIDE IN CONSTRUCTION

Study highlights divided opinion around construction’s digital capabilities – over a quarter believe the industry is performing well Over a third (36%) already use ‘immersive tech’ such as AR, VR, and MR within building projects One in five (22%) use AI and machine learning and a similar number plan to use it within the next […]

Construction Supplies Via Rail Freight

A NEW report setting out the economic and environmental case for more rail freight into Greater Manchester has been published by the Mineral Products Association (MPA) and the Rail Freight Group (RFG). Published this week, ‘Building Better with Rail Freight in Greater Manchester’ highlights the benefits of rail freight over road haulage for transporting essential construction […]

Driving Energy Efficiency in Historic Homes

    New plans have been published today to remove barriers and drive energy efficiency in historic homes, cutting energy bills for households across the country, while also ensuring that the important historical and beautiful features of these homes are properly protected. The Government wants to see the energy efficiency of historic homes improved but […]

ALTRO AWARDED NHS P23 APPROVAL ACROSS COMPREHENSIVE PRODUCT RANGES

   Altro has been appointed as a recommended supplier on ProCure23 (P23), the fourth generation of the ProCure framework for the design and construction of NHS capital projects. With extensive Altro product ranges approved within the scheme, NHS partners can access a comprehensive offering encompassing smooth and safety floors with adhesive-free options, hygienic walls, wall […]

RATE OF DECLINE IN CONSTRUCTION SLOWS AGAIN IN DECEMBER

   KEY FINDINGS   Slowest decline in total activity for four months   Renewed rise in employment numbers   Suppliers’ delivery times improve again     December data indicated another solid fall in UK construction activity, although the rate of decline eased to the slowest since the current phase of decline began last September. A […]

Meet David Cook – new Managing Director of Saniflo 

  Following the retirement of long-standing Managing Director, Tim Pestell, Saniflo is delighted to announce the appointment of David Cook to the position with effect from 1st January 2024. David joined Saniflo as Sales Director & MD Designate in May 2023 and has spent the last few months shadowing Tim, meeting customers and gradually taking the […]

CHERNOBYL: Architectural echoes within the exclusion zone

In the shadow of the Chernobyl disaster’s haunting legacy lies a peculiar realm frozen in time—the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone. While this infamous area bears the scars of a catastrophic nuclear event, it also houses a collection of abandoned structures that once bore witness to the vibrant life of Pripyat and its surroundings. In this article, […]

CHAS becomes “Veriforce CHAS”

Veriforce CHAS Managing Director Ian McKinnon  Following the acquisition of CHAS by Veriforce in January 2023, CHAS has announced its company brand name will become ‘Veriforce CHAS’, reflecting its position as a key part of the Veriforce group.   The products and services of Veriforce CHAS, including its accreditation offerings and certification, will continue to be […]