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Features and news
Infrastructure that connect the physical and digital domains.
Harnessing robotics and AI in challenging environments
The key to nuclear decommissioning and fusion engineering.
BSRIA announces Lisa Ashworth as new CEO
Tasked with furthering BSRIA’s impressive growth ambitions.
Public buildings get half a million energy efficiency boost
£557 million to switch to cleaner heating and save on energy.
CIOB launches pre-election manifesto
Outlining potential future policies for the next government.
Grenfell Tower Inquiry announcement
Phase 2 hearings come to a close and the final report due in September.
Progress from Parts L, F and O: A whitepaper, one year on.
A replicated study to understand the opinion of practitioners.
ECA announces new president 2024
Electrical engineer and business leader Stuart Smith.
A distinct type of countryside that should be celebrated.
Should Part O be extended to existing buildings?
EAC brands heatwave adaptation a missed opportunity.
Definition of Statutory in workplace and facilities management
Established by IWFM, BESA, CIBSE and BSRIA.
Tackling the transition from traditional heating systems
59% lack the necessary information and confidence to switch.
The general election and the construction industry
As PM, Rishi Sunak announces July 4 date for an election.
Eco apprenticeships continue help grow green workforce
A year after being recognised at the King's coronation.
Permitted development rights for agricultural buildings
The changes coming into effect as of May 21, 2024.
Around the web
Architects now upbeat after 10-months of work gloom.
Construction Management, May 24
Why notices are important for loss and expense claims in JCT.
UKGBC meeting with the Government to champion stronger new build standards.
Augmented reality: recognise the safety risks, reap the rewards.
Heating and Ventilation news, May 16
Leading HVAC brand aligns with BSRIA to call for enforceable air quality legislation.
Construction Management, May 23
McAlpine thinks smart at Museum of London.
3ºC Neighbourhood
London Construction Awards submission deadline June 7.
Commercial Retrofit event at the Beacon in Bristol.
Study finds 'knowledge gaps' on Building Safety Act responsibilities.
Construction Management, May 18
Construction needs better management of workplace hazards.
Heritage Fund research: Kick the Dust programme evaluation.
Retrofit Revisit: building performance evaluation workshop.
Free digital building logbooks and retrofit webinar.
The Building Centre, until August
RETROFIT 24: The Reuse Agenda for Our Commercial, Cultural & Civic Buildings.
The Construction Index, May 18
Watchdog spots flaws in biodiversity net gain enforcement.