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Simplifying energy efficiency policy for sustainable construction

April 11, 2024• by

The construction industry has an urgent need for an energy efficiency policy to enhance sustainability in building practices, explains Nic Gillanders, CEO of...

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“A logistical nightmare”: NFB calls out police over Easter crane bans

April 11, 2024• by

The National Federation of Builders has criticised mobile crane bans enforced by the police over the Easter weekend, forcing plant hire companies off the roads...

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Equipment hire vs purchase: how construction contractors can secure the best ROI

April 11, 2024• by

Fusion Utilities’ national sales lead Stephen Botchett explores the factors that construction contractors should consider when deciding whether to purchase...

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Government review suggests new agency for building remediation

April 10, 2024• by

A Homes England review has suggested the creation of a new organisation for building remediation works, with a focus on cladding, retrofitting, and upholding...

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Over half of British homes still only meeting insulation standards of 1970s or earlier

April 10, 2024• by

Two years after EDF and Sprift’s study into the energy efficiency of UK homes, updated research has found that just over half of British homes are still only...

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What the Future Homes Standard means for development finance

April 10, 2024• by

In this article, Marcus Higgins, director and national head of project monitoring at Naismiths, discusses The Future Homes Standard, and what it means for...

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DEFRA appoints RSK Biocensus to work with landowners on conservation covenants

April 10, 2024• by

The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has appointed RSK Biocensus as a ‘responsible body’ to work with landowners and developers...

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Five new trustees join CITB board

April 9, 2024• by

Five new voluntary trustees have joined the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB), each of whom will serve a four-year term The CITB Board has welcomed...

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Unlocking tomorrow’s building standards: Actis presents at LABC Technical Roadshow

April 9, 2024• by

Actis specification manager Elijah Peters will share highlights of the RIBA-approved Tomorrow’s Insulation Solutions for Future Homes Standards CPD at the...

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Retrofitting older homes for a greener future

April 9, 2024• by

As the UK races against the clock to meet its carbon goals, retrofitting older homes emerges as a critical strategy, explains Trevor Wilkins, managing...

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