All Building columnists articles
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CommentThis pandemic could change the way we work forever
Being forced to work from home may reveal the benefits of remote working to many companies that have previously resisted the trend
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CommentWe must keep building to continue investing in our future
Government has some critical lessons to learn from the 2008 crash
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CommentBudget 2020: A Budget promise made is not always a promise kept
I would love to be confident in Sunak’s infrastructure funding but many factors are in play
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CommentWe can boost the economy with good risk management
James Wates outlines five key steps to improve risk management
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CommentMaterials prices are uncertain but be sure labour costs will rise
Imports have recently dipped in price – future fluctuation depends on the outcome of EU trade talks
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CommentHelp young workers fight for what they believe in
We need to encourage advocacy in new designers and architects
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CommentModern methods of construction and changing the way we build
Adopting modern methods of construction will allow the industry to hit vital targets on decarbonisation, building safety and better design
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CommentWhat placemaking should mean for us as developers
Looking at loneliness in cities shows it is vital to create space where social connections can be made – and to do this, we need to listen
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CommentPost-Brexit, let’s make the best of a booming market
A new era and decade herald fresh opportunities, but environmental impact must continue to be at the top of the industry’s agenda
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CommentHow can construction create a safe and just space?
Building the right infrastructure is the key to tackling global poverty in an environmentally sustainable way – if we follow these steps …
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CommentWill our industry face up to its biggest challenge?
Many construction firms have taken steps to reduce their environmental impact, but there is a way to go yet
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CommentHow best to balance value and risk in procurement
Disposing of risk means considering the needs of the client and its project with care, as well as creating a fair environment in which to work
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CommentConstruction output: Uphill struggle for all sectors
A government boost is needed, says Rebecca Larkin
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CommentLate payments damage more than balance sheets
The mental health crisis caused by poor payment practices must be cured, not just medicated, as small businesses report alarming figures
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CommentBudget 2020: How not to waste £100bn in just five years
Sajid Javid has promised a wave of investment in the less prosperous regions. But what is the best way of splashing the cash?
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CommentWill a new decade see the end of old mistakes?
The government has a mandate to change an industry bogged down in the same issues as last year – but don’t expect many to be solved straight away
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CommentLet’s take a long, hard look at ourselves
To solve today’s complex problems we need to engage the brainpower, passion and talent of a truly diverse workforce
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CommentAbout time too: Improving quality of life through design
Masterplanning is distinguished by a special dimension – and that’s time. Good placemaking can make our lives more efficient, especially for women
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CommentFight the good fight: Collaborating through the political chaos
While our politicians fix their eyes on battle, the UK construction industry remains quietly focused on improvement through collaborative effort
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CommentParty manifestos: Reckless spending doesn’t pay off
Even the benefits of infrastructure investment could be limited for the construction industry