Energy-efficiency is a major concern for homeowners, businesses, and governments alike. The UK government’s ambition to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 is being worked toward via a raft of initiatives. In Wales, the Innovative Housing Programme recently granted £9.5 million to retrofit 1,000 homes owned by social landlords and councils. Continue Reading
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10 Worst Construction Pitfalls to Avoid
Mistakes made at any point during a construction project can have significant impacts. Some, however, can be much more severe than others and may result in a project going over its estimate or failing altogether. Fortunately, if you know common construction mistakes, you can more effectively anticipate and avoid them. Continue Reading
Reasons to Buy Used Forklifts for the Construction Industry
The construction industry is full of heavy work, that is for sure. It is also prone to accidents that can result in damaged equipment. With equipment in the construction industry being so highly priced, it is no wonder builders and other tradesmen dread buying new. This is especially the case Continue Reading
New timber industry campaign to reduce CO2 in construction
The construction industry is being urged to use more timber to meet the UK’s net zero target. The Wood CO2ts less campaign aims to increase awareness of timber’s environmental credentials and highlight how using wood from sustainably managed forests is one of the simplest ways to help reduce carbon emissions. Members of Continue Reading
Trade body urges vigilance with Green Homes Grant home insulation projects
A national trade association is calling on property professionals involved in the Government’s new Green Homes Grant Scheme to be aware of the issues with damp and mould emerging from installation projects. According to the Property Care Association, too many homes over the years have been blighted by poorly installed Continue Reading
Environmental Impact Assessment Changes as the UK Leaves the European Union
It’s been four years since UK citizens voted on the referendum to withdraw from the European Union, but it’s finally becoming a reality. The UK Parliament formally ratified the withdrawal agreement on Jan. 31, and after a transition period that ends on Dec. 31, the UK will officially leave the Continue Reading
How the Construction Industry Is Resuming Amid COVID-19
It’s fair to say that 2020 has so far been a very turbulent year for everyone on the planet. With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, our way of living has changed dramatically, and lockdown restrictions have halted the economy. However, it’s not all doom and gloom. The construction industry was one Continue Reading
Aggregate Industries recognised for commitment to Armed Forces with MoD award
Leading construction materials supplier Aggregate Industries has been given the prestigious Silver Employment Recognition Scheme (ERS) award by the Ministry of Defence. The award acknowledges that Aggregate Industries treats members of the Armed Forces fairly as part of its recruitment policies. Aggregate industries also actively ensures its workforce is aware Continue Reading
New CPDs to address current specification issues faced by architects
Architects and specifiers can now access two new CPDs on door hardware, covering specification post-COVID and fire door installation. The new CPDs have been created by the Guild of Architectural Ironmongers (GAI) for delivery online or in person to architects via GAI members across the country. The ‘Ironmongery Specification in a Post-Pandemic World’ CPD Continue Reading
How the UK Construction Sector Can Rebound From COVID-19
As COVID-19 restrictions start to ease in the U.K., companies set their eyes on the task of rebuilding. While the economy as a whole suffered amid the outbreak, some industries, like construction, felt it more than others. In the wake of these changes, some wonder how the construction sector can Continue Reading