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Kishorn Port Secures £30 Million Contract for New Quay
Kishorn Port in Scotland is set to embark on a £30 million project to construct a new deep-water quay, enhancing its capabilities and supporting local job creation.
London Assembly Urges Action to Combat Heat-Related Deaths in Social Housing
The London Assembly has called for a comprehensive plan from the Mayor to tackle the rising risk of heat-related deaths in social homes, particularly affecting children.
Watkin Jones Faces Profit Challenges Amid Transaction Delays
Watkin Jones PLC has announced that its full-year profit will be affected by delays in real estate transactions, with expectations now aligning with first-half results.
New Measures to Combat Cowboy Builders and Rogue Bailiffs Announced
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has unveiled a series of reforms aimed at tackling cowboy builders and rogue bailiffs, including a new approved code and trusted payments scheme.
Mount Anvil Reports 24% Profit Increase Driven by Joint Ventures
Mount Anvil has announced a significant rise in pre-tax profit, propelled by successful joint venture schemes and a strong housing pipeline.
Telford Homes Faces Significant Losses Due to Rising Building Safety Costs
Telford Homes has reported a staggering pre-tax loss of £165 million for the year ending December 2025, primarily driven by soaring building safety costs.
Morgan Sindall Restructures London and Home Counties Operations
Morgan Sindall Group plc has announced a strategic reorganisation of its operations in London and the Home Counties, aiming to enhance efficiency and service delivery.
Housebuilders Face Financial Strain as Unsecured Creditors Left in the Lurch
The collapse of Devonshire Homes and the Stewart Milne Group leaves unsecured creditors facing significant losses, with millions owed and little hope for recovery.
HB Reavis Unveils New Plans for One Waterloo
HB Reavis has launched a public consultation for the redevelopment of Elizabeth House at Waterloo Station, aiming to create a vibrant mixed-use destination with a focus on sustainability.
Durkan Holdings Exits Contracting After 50 Years
Durkan Holdings Ltd has announced its withdrawal from the contracting sector after over five decades, citing significant financial challenges and a focus on its regeneration and housing businesses.
Envirocall Leads the Way in Solar-Powered Asbestos Decontamination
Envirocall is pioneering the use of solar energy in asbestos decontamination with its new fleet of units, enhancing safety and sustainability in the industry.
Government Allocates First £10bn from Affordable Homes Programme
The UK government has unveiled its initial funding allocations from the £39bn Social and Affordable Homes Programme, aiming to build over 73,600 homes across England.
Vistry Secures £350 Million in Homes England Funding for Affordable Housing
Vistry Group has been awarded £350 million in funding from Homes England, marking the largest grant in the current phase of the £39 billion Social and Affordable Homes Programme.
Recycled Glass Panel Homes Approved in Scotland
Dumfries and Galloway Council has granted planning permission for a pioneering housing project in Closeburn, featuring homes constructed from recycled glass panels.
Delays in Gateway 2 Approval Affect Housing Landlords' New Build Targets
Delays in Gateway 2 approvals are significantly impacting housing landlords' new build targets, with the Building Safety Regulator facing a backlog of over 20,000 applications.
Metro Mayors Gain New Planning Powers to Overrule Councils
Metro mayors across England are set to receive new powers that will allow them to override local council decisions on major planning applications, aiming to boost housing development.
Plans Submitted for 2,000 New Homes in East London
Lendlease and The Crown Estate have submitted plans for a significant new residential development in Stratford Cross, East London, aiming to provide 2,000 homes along with various community amenities.
UK Data Centre Infrastructure: A Path Forward
The UK's ambition to enhance its data centre infrastructure is gaining momentum, with significant investments and a strategic focus on sustainability and connectivity.
HS2 Launches Final Duddeston Junction Viaduct in Birmingham
HS2 has commenced the launch of the final Duddeston Junction Viaduct, a significant milestone in the construction of the Curzon Approaches leading to Birmingham Curzon Street station.
Pick Everard Completes Fire Safety Remediation on Nine Salford Residential Blocks
Pick Everard has successfully completed fire safety remediation works on nine residential tower blocks in Salford, addressing critical safety issues identified in previous inspections.
Decline in Office Construction Output Continues into 2026
The UK office construction sector has faced significant challenges, with output dropping by 20% in 2025 and further declines noted in 2026.
SCAPE Unveils £8.5bn Defence Framework to Enhance Secure Construction
SCAPE has launched a dedicated £8.5 billion framework aimed at facilitating secure construction projects across the UK, targeting military bases and critical infrastructure.
Premier Technical Services Group Acquires IDSL Group Holdings
Premier Technical Services Group has strengthened its position in the fire safety industry with the acquisition of Integrated Doorset Solutions Group, marking a significant milestone in the UK’s passive fire compliance sector.
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