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Laing O’Rourke chairman to step down at end of March

February 12, 2025• by

Laing O’Rourke chairman Sir John Parker will leave the role at the end of the group’s financial year in March 2025, with company founder Ray O’Rourke...

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Energy efficiency and high-performance homes: The key trends shaping 2025

February 12, 2025• by

Energy efficiency and security, alongside health and comfort, will dominate conversations around high-performance homes in the coming year, writes Andy...

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Several schools in disrepair as PFI contracts drain funds

February 12, 2025• by

Private finance initiatives have left many schools with no money to spend on essential repairs, as contractors raise their costs and requirements A large legal...

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Angela Rayner announces government social housing boost

February 12, 2025• by

A top-up of £350m will be made to the Affordable Homes Programme and Local Authority Housing Fund The announcement of the government social housing boost came...

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Starmer to rip up rule book to allow more small nuclear reactors to be built

February 7, 2025• by

The government is making “radical decisions” to allow more nuclear projects to be developed in the UK, especially small modular reactors Reform to planning...

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Cellular glass insulation for inverted roofs CPD

February 7, 2025• by

CPD on using cellular glass insulation for inverted roof insulation now available on RIBA In the realm of modern architecture, the inverted roof system has...

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Driving social value in procurement

February 7, 2025• by

Michael McLaughlin, group social value manager at LHC Procurement Group (LHCPG), examines the new Procurement Act and creating meaningful social impact...

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MMC and more builders are needed to help government achieve new homes targets, says Actis

February 7, 2025• by

Insulation specialists Actis have emphasised the need for increased offsite-construction and bringing more young people into the construction sector to deliver...

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How biomaterials are redefining the concept of sustainable design

February 7, 2025• by

Biomaterials are increasingly central to the evolution of sustainable design, offering a compelling alternative to traditional, resource-intensive materials...

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Mates in Mind promote mental health for National Apprenticeship Week

February 7, 2025• by

The week lasts from 10-16 February, and Mates in Mind are focusing on the message “Why is it important to support the mental wellbeing of apprentices?”...

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Mates in Mind promote mental health for National Apprenticeship Week
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