Category: Suppliers
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Urgent plan aims to make flood resilience standard in homes
The number of homes at risk of flooding in the UK has reached a record high, with the Environment Agency warning that more than 6.3 million properties could already be exposed. Experts say this figure could climb to one in four homes by 2050 as climate pressures intensify. Now, the Federation of Master Builders (FMB)…
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Could this Scottish brick win a £1m global prize?
A Scottish company is on the verge of global recognition for transforming construction waste into sustainable bricks. Kenoteq, based in East Lothian, has developed the K-BRIQ, a revolutionary type of brick made from nearly 100% recycled materials that performs just like traditional clay bricks. The bricks produce around 95% less carbon emissions, offering a practical…
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UK housebuilding experiences biggest slump since COVID
The UK’s construction industry is facing its longest slump since the COVID-19 pandemic. Building a house is becoming harder as fewer projects are starting and construction work slows down. Many builders are reporting tough conditions, with rising costs and fewer new orders making it difficult to keep up with demand. You may like This slowdown…