Anchor Hanover announces contractor framework to deliver ambitious growth plans May 19, 2021 Anchor Hanover, England’s largest not-for-profit provider of specialist housing and care for people in later life, has announced a robust supply chain of reputable construction specialists to work alongside, to deliver its vision for the future and target to create 3,200 homes for older people in the next eight years. Following a competitive tender process, […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
Marshalls recognised as one of Europe’s Climate Leaders May 18, 2021 Marshalls plc, the UK’s leading hard landscaping business, has been recognised as a European Climate Leader in a list published today by the Financial Times and Statista. Marshalls is the only UK building materials company to feature on this list. Chris Harrop OBE, Group Sustainability Director for Marshalls, said: “Being a European Climate Leader is […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
Demand for mid-length lets double in 3 years as renting habits shift May 17, 2021 The demand for mid-length rentals – lets of between 1 and 6 months – has increased by over 20% in just 3 years according to data recorded by Houst, the UK’s leading flexible property management service. Mid-length rentals now account for 30% of overall bookings managed by Houst, reflecting a fast emerging trend for flexible, […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
Work begins on West Midlands Ambulance Service hub May 12, 2021 Work has begun on a multi-million pound ambulance service hub for West Midlands Ambulance Service (WMAS) in Sandwell. Leading property developer Stoford is delivering the 76,000 sq ft purpose-built hub, the largest hub of its kind in the country, which will eventually house about 350 operational ambulance staff. Contractor McClaren Construction is now on the […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
Gleeds report reveals confidence returning despite materials challenges May 7, 2021 New research from international property and construction consultancy Gleeds has revealed optimism from the industry post-Covid. The consultancy’s spring Market Report found that nearly two thirds of contractors questioned had reported an increase in tender opportunities over the past quarter, with over 70% expecting this trend to continue into the next. This marks a shift […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
Butler & Young Approved Inspectors become SOCOTEC Building Control Ltd as name change completes May 7, 2021 We’ve changed our name. We are proud to announce the recent change from Butler & Young Approved Inspectors to SOCOTEC Building Control Ltd. Being a part of the SOCOTEC brand will help develop our employees’ progression and opportunities, offer development as we embrace the continuation of growth and strengthen our existing teams, along with our […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
BIM and existing buildings: time to rethink? May 4, 2021 The tendency to believe that BIM is the sole preserve of new-build construction overlooks the advantages it can have for the management and refurbishment of existing buildings. Partner at Baily Garner – Rob Ireland, wrote the following article for the RICS Built Environment Journal to discuss. Perceptions about building information modelling (BIM) are changing, and surveyors are seeking […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
Fusion21 appoints suppliers to its National Building Safety & Compliance Framework May 3, 2021 Procurement organisation and social enterprise Fusion21 has announced the suppliers successfully appointed to its national Building Safety & Compliance Framework – worth up to £880m over a four-year period. 175 prequalified, accredited suppliers, both SMEs and multinational organisations, have been assessed for their skills, knowledge, experience and behaviours (SKEB) and have secured a place on […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
Timeline for second National Infrastructure Assessment announced May 3, 2021 The UK’s second National Infrastructure Assessment will be published in the second half of 2023 and consultation and analysis to inform its recommendations will commence this autumn, the National Infrastructure Commission has confirmed. The Commission’s Corporate Plan for the next three years, published today, sets out the process it will follow to develop a comprehensive set of recommendations to help the […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
Make Architects: challenging the norm to create sustainable, creative and unique designs Apr 30, 2021 Make Architects are a different kind of architecture practice. Founded in 2004 the employee owned practice works globally in London, Hong Kong and Sydney in pursuit of one purpose – to design the best places, spaces and buildings in the world. We’ve been speaking to Architect and Sustainability Lead Oliver Hall following his involvement in […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
