Category: Featured
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Submit your meter reading now to avoid higher charges
From 1 October 2015, millions of households will see their energy bills rise again as the price cap increases by 2%, taking the average annual bill from £1,720 to £1,755. Experts are warning families to act fast by submitting meter readings before the rise kicks in to avoid paying over the odds. The warning comes…
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‘Who’s going to build these homes?’ – industry reacts to Labour’s new towns
(Image: David Calvert via Dreamstime.com) The government has pledged to start building three new towns before the next general election. The government has accepted the recommendation and is looking at Tempsford in Bedfordshire, Leeds South Bank and Crews Hill in north London as the most promising sites to start building. The new towns are expected…
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5 Under-The-Radar Trends To Try NOW Before They Become Oversaturated (Thanks Social Media)
Fall is trend season. And while we’ve already chatted a bit about fall-specific trends (and followed that up with some supplemental shopping), I’m ready to look a bit more forward into next year and beyond. One of my favorite things to do as a design editor is to forecast, and, tooting my own horn, I…
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Raising the bar on safety
The forum isn’t about experts talking to other experts, or berating the industry when things go wrong. It’s an opportunity for practitioners to share their experience, understand other viewpoints, and continue improving safety standards across the industry. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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Is solar powered underfloor heating worth investing in?
Considering solar powered underfloor heating as a method of keeping your home warm and snug? There are several things to bear in mind before taking the plunge. While both underfloor heating and many methods of harnessing the power of the sun to use as energy are both fantastic ideas, they don’t necessarily always produce the…
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‘Our scaffolding has collapsed. What are the legal implications?’
Scaffolding collapses are rare, but high-impact events with potentially severe consequences, especially when members of the public are involved. By responding swiftly, reporting correctly, engaging legal and insurance professionals and investigating thoroughly, construction firms can minimise costs and embed stronger safety and compliance protocols. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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It’s complicated: how Jenner Group thrives on delivering challenging projects
From Europe’s largest concrete roof in 1936 to a multi-storey suspended skate park in 2022, chartered company Jenner Group has a 150-year history of tackling complex projects. Nicky Roger reports F51 is the world’s first multi-storey skate park. Image: Jenner Group Whether it’s delivering an affordable housing complex on a tight budget or creating feats…
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Why CPD is essential to foster public trust in the construction industry
Institute members must be up to date with the latest regulations to ensure the highest standards in the built environment, writes Eddie Tuttle. Image: Dreamstime In the coming weeks, the CIOB’s policy and public affairs team will review the outcomes of party conference season, which is currently in full swing. We’ll also examine a forthcoming government…
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Nominations Open for 2026 Pavement Awards
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Nominations are open for the 2026 Pavement Awards, presented by Pavement Maintenance & Reconstruction. These annual awards provide industry-wide recognition for contractors involved in all aspects of the pavement maintenance industry. Limit one nomination per company per category. Nominees can be nominated in different categories: Click THE CATEGORY NAME from the list below to access the nomination forms. Please note,…
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Why you should be cautious about renovation cold calls
Solar panels, loft insulation and other home upgrades are increasingly popular as households look to cut energy bills and become greener. That rising demand has also opened the door to rogue operators using unlawful tactics, it has been found. Regulators warn that a surge in automated “robo calls” is luring homeowners into costly and sometimes…