The first quarter of 2025 has seen a 12% increase in the price of key materials including bricks, steel, and insulation. Contractors are warning that smaller firms may not survive unless action is taken.

The Construction Products Association has called for urgent government intervention to stabilise supply chains and…

The construction industry is seeing a record rise in female apprenticeships, with a 40% year-on-year increase reported in 2024. Initiatives like the Women Into Construction programme and flexible on-site training have contributed to the trend.

Emily James, a 19-year-old apprentice site manager in Leeds, said, "It’s…

Manchester City Council has approved two 12-storey mass timber residential towers, marking a bold shift in sustainable building policy. The approval sets a precedent for tall timber construction in the UK.

The towers, designed by Hawkins&Brown, will use cross-laminated timber (CLT) sourced from sustainably managed…