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Looking beyond the surface

When it comes to solid surfaces, what should architects’, designers and specifiers...

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Housing targets increased to get Britain building again

An overhaul of the planning system has been announced, as government sets out tough...

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Home building industry welcomes Government’s...

The Home Builders Federation (HBF) has expressed support for Government’s steps to...

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Industry reacts to major planning and housebuilding...

The government’s announcement of an overhaul of the planning system to “fix the...

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Expert taskforce to spearhead a new generation of new...

The largest housebuilding programme since the post-war period will begin today...

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CIAT becomes a Corporate Supporter of Building a Safer...

The Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT) has officially become a...

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Leviat launches new 300mm Type 4 Wall Tie for wider...

Leading construction accessories manufacturer, Leviat, announces the release of its...

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Construction struggles due to continued housing...

The Construction Products Association’s Summer forecasts have seen a slight...

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HBF publishes extended housing policy ‘blueprint’

The Home Builders Federation (HBF) has published its full manifesto outlining how the...

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EWI industry stands ready to work with Government to...

Early in 2024 INCA, the recognised trade association for the UK external wall...

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Keys exchanged for University of Hertfordshire’s...

The University of Hertfordshire’s flagship, multi-million-pound Spectra building...

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Transformation of former prison site brings 183...

VIVID and Portsmouth City Council, have worked in partnership to bring 183 new...

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Healthy outlook for new construction for the NHS

Increased investment in the NHS is set to be a key priority for the new government...

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City of London pioneers use of BRE's Home Quality Mark

The City of London Corporation has placed the Building Research Establishment’s...

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John Lewis Partnership gets green light for new rental...

The John Lewis Partnership has received the green light to transform its Waitrose...

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