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ONS figures cast doubt on construction recovery

While the ONS reports a 0.4% increase in monthly construction output for February, Dr...

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First new-style degrees set for accreditation in major...

The Architects Registration Board (ARB) has reached a major milestone in its reforms...

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RIBA announces exhibitions and events programme ahead...

RIBA has announced its programme of exhibitions and events, ahead of the upcoming...

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Willmott Dixon appointed to drive Dover's regeneration...

The town centre regeneration of Dover has taken a big step forward with Dover...

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CITB’s specialist team helps over 4,000 apprentices...

The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has released its year-end figures for...

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Why is early engagement with manufacturers so important...

Passive fire protection is a safety-critical element of the building envelope,...

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The Role of Access Control Systems in Enhancing...

Jane Elvins, Specification and Business Development Manager at GEZE UK, delves into...

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The social housing pipeline offers commercial...

Rachel Reeves’ Spring Statement introduced a transformative £2 billion grant...

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Planning permission granted for world-leading acoustics...

Plans to create a brand-new state-of-the-art Acoustics building as part of Crescent...

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Homes England to create largest housing-led development...

Homes England has successfully completed the acquisition of 34 hectares of land...

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Kier to redevelop King’s Academy Bay House

Kier has been appointed to redevelop the King’s Academy Bay House School in...

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Sustainable building materials sales surge with...

Jewson has reported strong sales across its sustainable product range in the last 12...

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Why cutting corners on slate is a false economy

Richard Cook, Technical Director at international slate specialists SSQ, explains why...

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Potential construction boom set to drive UK natural...

As the UK construction sector approaches a projected £476.6 billion in revenue over...

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Inquiry into industry’s ability to build 1.5m homes...

CIC is launching a call for evidence to explore the critical question: "How can we...

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