All Construction Business: Strategy, Risk and Regulations articles – Page 36
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CommentLifting the regulation curse
There are sound reasons for compliance with most of the regulations we face in the UK but they must not be allowed to compromise a commitment to quality, Brendan Kilpatrick writes
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NewsCPA sets out sharp downwards revision of construction output forecast
Private housing output to drop 9%
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CommentIt’s back to where we were on planning reform – but the politics has changed
The economy and state of opinion polls for the Conservatives mean we should only expect reforms that will be effective quickly, writes Paul Smith
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NewsConstruction activity grows at fastest rate since spring despite plunging confidence
Warnings that next PMI survey will start to see impact of former prime minister’s mini-budget debacle
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NewsPlan for net zero buildings standard launches call for evidence
Firms asked to submit operational energy data from their most efficient buildings
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CommentIt’s all just LAD stuff
Liquidated damages can be a curious business, and this latest case is no exception. Listen carefully, and I’ll begin …
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NewsFuture of ISG gigafactory in balance as developer seeks emergency cash
Britishvolt’s collapse could see race to take over ownership of Northumberland site
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CommentHow the government can restore confidence and stimulate growth
Rishi Sunak’s election and his appointment of a new Cabinet provides an opportunity for the implementation of long-term solutions to benefit our industry
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NewsIndustry tells Sunak to go to next week’s COP climate summit
Prime minister’s absence would be “dreadful example of short sightedness”, CIC boss says
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CommentConstruction nightmares this Halloween
Skeletons and bats can be a genuine challenge if they turn up on a building project. Tristan Wark and Joanne Kelly explain the legal issues
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CommentEssential law: Termination, part one
Continuing our essential law series and now turning to termination, Andrew Keeley explains when a contract can be terminated for repudiatory breach
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NewsInfrastructure must be more resilient to combat extreme weather, ministers told
Damning report finds “extreme weakness” at heart of government over ability of key services to cope with climate change
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CommentPractical impacts of the Building Safety Act
A recent industry event examined in detail how the new safety legislation will affect the industry in both intended and unintended ways
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NewsM&S says Oxford Street will ‘decline rapidly’ if plan to rebuild historic flagship is blocked
Retailer tells public inquiry it will leave 1920s store if proposal to demolish and replace it with office block is not approved
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NewsPublic inquiry into M&S’s Oxford Street redevelopment kicks off today
Controversial Pilbrow & Partners scheme would see landmark 1920s building flattened and replaced by office block
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NewsIndustry reaction as Rishi Sunak becomes UK’s next prime minister
Rival contender Penny Mordaunt pulls out meaning decision on UK’s next PM will not be taken by Conservative party membership
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FeaturesA known quantity in uncharted waters: Rishi Sunak takes the helm in Downing Street
With Jeremy Hunt reportedly staying on as chancellor, the incoming PM looks to be setting a course for financial stabilisation. But is UK plc really bound for calmer waters?
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CommentHow sweeteners sour the procurement process
Where bribery is proven, the procurement process is assumed corrupted – and a company cannot shift blame to the individual
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CommentTimber use stands at a crossroads. TDUK can help you take the correct path
Timber Development UK is the largest timber supply chain body in the UK. Its aim is for timber to become the first choice for any construction project, but how far are we from that goal?
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Comment126 reasons why we should get excited about alliancing
Through collaboration, our industry can work more innovatively and effectively and so rise to some of society’s greatest challenges, says ISG’s Craig Battye