Industry reacts to National Planning Policy Framework changes

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 [...]
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Consultation launched on changes to Energy Performance Certificates

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 [...]

Flexible, ‘unfinished’ self-build by Will Burges wins RIBA House of the Year

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 [...]

Reeves' debut budget taxes and spends to support 'stability'

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, [...]

Construction Inclusion Coalition calls for more industry leaders to take a stand on ED&I

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 [...]

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CIAT reaccreditation for Architectural Technology programme

The University of Huddersfield’s Architectural Technology programme has received its re-accreditation certificate from the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT). The BSc (Hons) in Architectural Technology runs alongside BA (Hons) Architecture, with both... View Article

Looking up and to the future

Philip Moors, managing director of Elevate UK & Ireland, discusses the trends and opportunities shaping the roofing industry in 2025. After another challenging year for construction, we begin 2025 with... View Article
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Why Should Windows Breathe?

The provision of a weather and airtight seal around the perimeter of windows and doors in a façade is typically achieved by correctly specifying and installing a suitable membrane before... View Article

The JJ Mack Building

Just 150m from Farringdon Station, the JJ Mack Building on Charterhouse Street is marketed as ‘one of London’s smartest and most sustainable office buildings.’ A variety of Schlüter-Systems’ products were... View Article

A focus on SWA member, West Leigh

Located in Charlton, South London, West Leigh was established during the Blitz in 1943. During the destruction in London, the company helped in repairing windows and facades that had been damaged by... View Article
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