Tag: policy
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What can construction take from the party conference season?
CIOB policy chief Eddie Tuttle reflects on the key messages from Labour and the Conservatives during the autumn conferences Sir Keir Starmer. Image: Dreamstime As in previous years, our planning led us to meetings with politicians, stakeholders and organisations where we felt we could have the greatest impact. As members expect, we aim to deploy…
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FGIA Panel: Sustainability Endures Despite U.S. Policy Shifts
Three panelists addressed the topic of sustainability at the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Fall Conference in Indianapolis. Those participating in the October 8, discussion, “Why Sustainability Matters Today: How Sustainability is Driving Codes, Clients and Competitiveness,” included Paul Bush (Vitro Architectural Glass), Chris Giovannielli (Kawneer Company) and Michelle Foster (Home Innovation Research Labs).…
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New measures announced to tackle London’s housing crisis
Emergency interventions to unlock housebuilding in the capital have been set out by the housing secretary and mayor of London. The measures, which are subject to consultation, aim to fast-track the planning process for sites with at least 20% affordable housing. According to a government statement, the proposed measures will “tackle squeezed viability, including the…
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UK planning bill changes aim to unshackle ‘stubborn’ system
The government has proposed a series of new measures it hopes will turbocharge planning and infrastructure delivery across Britain. The amendments to the landmark Planning and Infrastructure Bill could become law later this year if ministers vote them through. If passed, the bill will give ministers new powers to issue ‘holding directions’ to stop councils…
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CIOB report addresses construction’s ‘volatility’
The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) has published new research on the construction industry’s capacity to meet key targets, including the delivery of 1.5 million new homes by 2029. The report, Capacity Constraints in Construction: Rethinking the Business Environment, looks at some of the industry’s biggest challenges, including recruitment, training and retention. The research also considers…
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JLL Report: Construction Outlook Wavers Amid Policy Shifts, Material Costs & Labor Constraints
Policy uncertainty, rising material costs, and labor disruptions are reshaping the U.S. construction industry’s trajectory, according to JLL’s 2025 Construction Perspective: U.S. Mid-Year Update. While activity has slowed in many markets, the report points to significant opportunities for firms that plan strategically and stay flexible in the face of volatility. “The construction industry is experiencing…
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What is ‘Pot Zero’? The energy policy gaining attention
The majority of UK electricity now comes from low-carbon sources, yet household energy prices are still rising as they are still heavily affected by global gas prices. This is due to the structure of the UK’s electricity market, where wholesale prices are usually set by the most expensive generator, typically gas-fired power. Now a new…
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What is ‘Pot Zero’? The energy policy gaining attention
The majority of UK electricity now comes from low-carbon sources, yet household energy prices are still rising as they are still heavily affected by global gas prices. This is due to the structure of the UK’s electricity market, where wholesale prices are usually set by the most expensive generator, typically gas-fired power. Now a new…
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The Link Up: Our New Comment Policy (It’s So Cool!), Mal’s Super Affordable Summer Set, And How To Smell Like Summer
Happy Sunday, everyone. In case you missed it, the PDX gals made another incredibly fun and entertaining YouTube video about the garage’s storage plan (PS IKEA was the star. Please check it out, and if you aren’t subscribed, we’d really appreciate it if you clicked that button too:) Ok, let’s get to the links. This…
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Policy uncertainty could trigger ‘recession’ for renewables, analyst says
Dive Brief: Global solar companies’ total corporate funding, including venture capital, public market and debt financing, declined 41% year over year during the first quarter of 2025, while energy storage companies’ funding fell 81%, according to Mercom Capital Group, a consulting firm. Uncertainty — primarily around the fate of the Inflation Reduction Act and renewable energy…