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2024 Construction predictions - UK Construction Online
Jan 8, 2024 · 2023 has been a major year for construction, bringing significant change. Most notably, legislation reform, particularly around building safety and sustainability which have been major drivers, with many businesses now adapting to new laws.
UK construction costs set to rise by up to 3.8% in 2024
Feb 29, 2024 · Construction costs in the UK are predicted to rise by 3 – 3.8% this year, following an increase of 4.1% in 2023. Increases will challenge construction firms, which will need to develop new processes and capabilities to keep costs under control and projects on track.
£200M Rail Manufacturing factory opens in Goole
1 day ago · The UK’s rail manufacturing sector has received a significant boost as Transport Secretary Louise Haigh officially opened a state-of-the-art £200M Siemens rail factory in Goole. The facility is set to create 700 high-skilled jobs, delivering new, more efficient trains and stimulating regional economic growth.. The new factory will be responsible for producing nearly 100 Piccadilly Line ...
Construction 2021: A year in review - UK Construction Online
Dec 23, 2021 · Simon Rowland, Partner and Head of Construction and Engineering and Michelle Essen, Managing Associate, at law firm Womble Bond Dickinson, take a look at the events of 2021 and the potential challenges and opportunities that the sector could be presented with in …
Green trends set to shape UK building industry
Jan 9, 2023 · The Environmental Act 2021, passed into law in November 2021, is rapidly changing the construction field by establishing a post-Brexit framework for environmental governance.This guides future legislation concerning air and water quality, biodiversity, and waste management and creates enforceable targets related to climate change.
Construction & infrastructure review 2020 - UK Construction …
Jan 8, 2021 · Construction & Infrastructure review: The key to recovery 2020 was a tumultuous year, no one could have foreseen the rapid changes the country underwent in March and April and the impact the COVID-19 would have.
Construction output sees strong rise - UK Construction Online
Jun 8, 2023 · Construction output has gained momentum amid the strongest rise in new orders since April 2022. May PMI® data signalled good news for construction firms with an upturn in overall UK construction output.
Sustainable construction trends in 2023 - UK Construction Online
Jan 30, 2023 · Sustainable construction trends to look out for in 2023, and why you need to get ahead of the curve. Ensuring you are doing everything in your power to keep your business ahead of the latest industry trends has always been a key determinant of success, especially when considering the challenges imposed upon the construction industry throughout 2022 – from the cost-of-living crisis, to ...
2021: Construction industry predictions - UK Construction Online
Dec 30, 2020 · 2020 has proven that even that the best laid plans need to be flexible in order to survive. As one of the sectors hardest hit by both Brexit and the coronavirus pandemic, the construction industry has been forced to react, adapt, and innovate.