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New UK government sets higher housebuilding targets in planning overhaul
Britain's new government on Tuesday set out mandatory housing targets for councils in England with a view to delivering 1.5 million more homes before the next election, aided by an overhaul of the pla …
Revealed: What are Labour’s housebuilding plans near you?
Labour has increased housebuilding targets almost everywhere in the UK
New homes: What's the new government's housebuilding target?
The government aims to build 1.5 million more homes in the next five years, helped by planning reforms, the release of green belt land and the reintroduction of mandatory housing targets for local aut …
Multiplex starts London 36-storey ‘hanging gardens’ tower
Insurance giant AXA has given main contractor Multiplex the go-ahead to start main works on its 650,000 sq ft 50 Fenchurch Street office tower in the City of London.
CIOB produces AI playbook
The Chartered Institute of Building has published a guide to the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the construction industry.
Finalists announced for the London Construction Awards 2024
The highly anticipated shortlist of finalists for the 2024 London Construction Awards has been revealed.  Taking place Friday 27th of September at the Novotel London West, the awards will be hosted by …
SME builders get £17m boost for resi developments
Investment company Zenzic Capital has provided around £17m of development finance to fund the construction of 43 residential open market properties across five separate UK schemes.
JTRE starts £400m 21-floor London tower scheme
Slovakia-originated London developer JTRE has given the go-ahead to start work on a £400m mixed-use scheme on Blackfriars Road.
Bouygues signs for £80m diagnostic centre
Bouygues UK has been named main contractor for a £80m diagnostic centre at West Middlesex University Hospital in Isleworth.
Announcing our London Construction Awards Host: Tom Davis!
The London Construction Awards are thrilled to announce that acclaimed comedian and actor Tom Davis will be hosting this year’s awards ceremony, bringing his unique blend of humour and charisma to Nov …
EDF Renewables inks PPA deals with Tesco and BAE Systems for Stranoch onshore wind project
Energy firm starts construction of 102MW wind farm in Dumfries and Galloway as it scores two fresh corporate offtake agreements for the project
McLaren to build new Hertfordshire primary school
McLaren Construction has been appointed to build the £11.4m High Leigh Primary School at Hoddesdon for Hertfordshire County Council.
CIOB launches pre-election manifesto
The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) has launched its manifesto ahead of the 4 July general election outlining how a future government can support the built environment sector. 
Entries are open for the London Construction Awards 2024!
The countdown is on to submit your entries for the London Construction Awards 2024! Deadline for all submissions is 5pm June 7th.  The London Construction Awards celebrates the major achievements, dev …
Mace confirmed on £100m London office retrofit
Developer Helical has confirmed Mace as the main contractor on the redevelopment of a City of London office at 100 New Bridge Street, next to Ludgate Circus.
Galliford Try expands into new markets under fresh strategy
Galliford Try has outlined its vision for business growth over the next five years and the markets it will invest in to see it through.   As part of its updated Sustainable Growth Strategy, the contra …
Partner Spotlight: SHE BUILDS UK
London Build is proud to be working with SHE BUILDS UK as a Women in Construction partner for 2023. The initiative and exhibition was founded by Neil Perry, a commercial photographer specialising in a …
London Build 2023 Construction Idol Shortlist Announced
We’re excited to announce the shortlist for the London Build 2023 Construction Idols! It is a great privilege to be able to unveil the final shortlist. The Construction Idols shortlist celebrates the …
Bellway books £30m for structural issue at London block
Bellway has set aside £30.5m to resolve a structural building-safety issue at a 12-year-old London housing block – and said it is investigating whether similar issues exist with other buildings. In th …
Partner wanted for £750m regeneration scheme
An opportunity to lead a multi-year town centre regeneration scheme in South Manchester is now available.  Manchester City Council (MCC) is seeking a joint venture (JV) partner to helm its £750 millio …
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