The construction industry has reacted with a range of positive and negative statements to the changes announced to the National Planning Policy Framework, which could have major implications for the housebuilding sector in 2025, although there remain several areas which [...]

The Department of Housing, Communities and Local Government has launched a joint industry consultation with the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero to “reform” the EPC Framework to provide a “robust, well-rounded perspective on building performance.” The consultation outlines [...]

Six Columns, a thoughtful and highly sustainable two-storey home designed by architect Will Burges of 31/44 Architects for his family of four in Crystal Palace, has won the RIBA House of the Year 2024 prize. The house, named after its [...]

In addition to the £40bn of tax rises achieved by Rachel Reeves in her Government's first Budget to sustain investment in public services, the Chancellor also announced a total of £100bn to be spent on capital projects during this Parliament, [...]

As the Construction Inclusion Coalition (CIC) marks its first year of activity across the industry, Coalition Chair Angela Rushforth is calling for more construction leaders to add their voice to the cause, with momentum building behind the growing movement. To [...]