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Automated construction factory to deliver up to 4,000 homes a year

A £45m automated construction factory is set to deliver up to 4,000 homes a year. Located in Braintree, the offsite factory will produce...

Jul 3, 20232 min read

Protecting construction workers during summer

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is urging employers to do their part in protecting construction workers during the high...

Jun 14, 20232 min read

Exciting £20 million city office fit-out contract awarded to Collins

London-based construction firm, Collins, has successfully clinched a significant £20 million contract for an ambitious city office...

Jun 12, 20232 min read

Sustainability in infrastructure: top tips

As the world grapples with the challenges of climate change and the need for sustainable development, the focus on creating...

Jun 8, 20231 min read

Skills shortage is pushing up labour costs

Severe skills shortages across the construction sector are expected to push labour costs up by 8.3%, reveals new data. The report,...

Jun 1, 20232 min read

Can we use old nappies to build houses?

Old nappies could be soon be used to build houses. Yes, you read that correctly… In a recent study found that old shredded nappies would...

May 31, 20232 min read

Will smart cities be the future?

As we hurtle towards an increasingly urban society, we must be prepared to tackle the issues that come hand in hand with this transition...

May 18, 20231 min read

Birmingham's green transformation: everything you need to know

Birmingham City Council have shared plans to double the city’s green space as part of its 20-year transformation strategy. Under the...

May 17, 20232 min read

Supporting wellbeing in construction: where to get help

Recent data revealed that the suicide rate among construction workers is on the rise, having increased from 25.52 per 100,000 to 33.82...

May 15, 20231 min read

Top 150 consultants survey is open for entry!

Building has launched a new survey to collect data for its Top 150 Consultants 2023 league table. Construction consultancy firms are...

May 10, 20232 min read

Lowering 'disability tax' at your workplace

Want to be a better ally to your disabled employees and co-workers? Here’s three ways you can lower their disability tax. What is...

May 2, 20232 min read

Promoting problem-solving at work

As a business, it is natural to encounter problems as you grow and develop - especially in the world of construction. However, it’s how...

Apr 26, 20232 min read

What is quiet firing?

Quiet firing refers to the process of a company/manager pushing an employee out the door by creating a hostile environment at work. In...

Apr 24, 20232 min read

How to maximise your annual leave this year

Taking time off to unwind is paramount to maintaining your overall health and wellbeing. However, sometimes this can be a challenge -...

Apr 19, 20232 min read

5 reasons to work in construction according to AI

Considering a new career in construction? Read this article to find out what our favourite chatbot, ChatGPT, has to say about the perks...

Apr 13, 20231 min read

Will HS2 Euston ever be built?

HS2 is hitting the headlines again after Levelling-Up Secretary, Micheal Gove, expressed his uncertainty as to whether the service will...

Apr 11, 20232 min read

Let's talk about stress

It's Stress Awareness Month which means it's time to talk about the stress epidemic impacting each and every one of us. Despite being one...

Apr 5, 20231 min read

Latest updates on the second staircase dilemma

The government has proposed that all residential buildings above 18m must have a second staircase for safety reasons. While this rule has...

Mar 29, 20232 min read

Project Closure and Evaluation: top tips for project managers

Whether you’re new to project management or just need a reminder, this blog offers an overview of best practices for project closure and...

Mar 27, 20232 min read

5 benefits of becoming a mentor at work

Have you ever considered becoming a mentor for someone at work? In this article, we discuss the benefits of helping colleagues and new...

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