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The Government’s support for the creation of a new single construction regulator is welcome news, but it needs to go further to create a full licensing scheme for building companies, says the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) in response to the Grenfell Inquiry Phase 2 Report. Brian Berry, Chief Executive of the FMB said: “The […]
Increase of domestic timber to boost UK economy and housebuilding New vision by government to deliver on its Plan for Change by increasing timber use in construction and boosting economic growth. A new roadmap to get Britain building with the use of sustainable and low carbon building materials, will help solve the housing crisis and achieve […]
The Porto project, Eco Wave Power’s first MW-scale wave energy venture in Portugal which is expected to be finalized during 2026, aims to harness ocean wave energy to generate sustainable electricity. Central to this initiative is the transformation of “The Gallery,” an existing breakwater tunnel, into a state-of-the-art facility housing the Company’s innovative wave energy […]
Government responds in full to Grenfell Tower Inquiry, setting out tough new reforms to fix building safety and strengthen accountability In the full response to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry’s final report today (26 February), the government has accepted the findings and sets out its plans to act on all 58 recommendations. Sweeping construction, building and […]
Matt Sharp, Partner and Chief Digital Officer at RLB in the UK, considers the importance of professionalism and professional standards in modern construction. As digital tools become integral to construction processes, ensuring technology is used responsibly, ethically, and effectively remains a top priority. In this article, I’ll examine professionalism and professional standards and explore their […]
British Safety Council comments on the Government’s response to the Grenfell Inquiry Commenting on the Government’s response to the Grenfell Inquiry, which the Secretary of State for Housing has announced, along with the publication of a consultation on reforms to the construction products regime, Mike Robinson, Chief Executive of British Safety Council, said: […]
U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened a variety of tariffs on products coming into the U.S. from Canada, including steel and aluminum, which has led Canada to devise a list of counter-tariffs. (Andrew Caballero-Reynolds/AFP/Getty Images) The cost of many construction-related products now seen as vulnerable to higher prices include everything from windows to shingles; […]
In collaboration with Gilbert & Stamper, Zumtobel and its sister brand, Thorn Lighting, have created a bespoke lighting scheme for Oscar Acoustics’ Headquarters, enhancing the building’s industrial aesthetic, supporting its vision for an inspiring workspace that combines style with sustainability. Entering the Oscar Acoustics Headquarters can be an almost immersive experience: The interplay of […]
Chris Goggin provides an overview of plans to devolve regional energy decision making to local authorities. What this action could mean for wider national NetZero objectives and what potential effects on local fuel options will be explored. This article will pose questions as to this – will the introduction of a new decentralised system will […]
The construction industry is increasingly turning to modular and offsite construction as solutions for efficiency, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness. While these methods are often seen as modern innovations, their roots trace back thousands of years. In this article, MMC Magazine Editor Joe Bradbury explores some of the oldest known examples of offsite and modular construction, demonstrating […]
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