Social housing providers make IAQ a key priority

James Kane, Head of Social Housing at ventilation manufacturer EnviroVent, discusses the updates to the Social Housing (Regulation) Act and advises social landlords on how to remain compliant.  “Social landlords will be aware that in October last year, the second... View Article

Alumno breaks ground on new 262-bed student residence in Glasgow.

Alumno has officially commenced construction on its new c.£23 million purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) development on St George’s Road in Glasgow, marking a significant step forward in addressing the city’s well-documented shortage of student housing. The six-storey, 262-bed development will... View Article

How Unresolved Snags Can Lead To Warranty Claims

Introduction If you are thinking, could unresolved snags lead to warranty claims, you are not overreacting. A snag that looks “small” on your move-in date can quietly snowball into something that becomes quite significant. Here’s the thesis: unresolved snags are... View Article

The Hidden Cost of Snagging Lists for Housebuilders

If you work in the construction industry, you already know snagging is part of the job. But the hidden costs do not come from paint touch-ups or a loose door hinge. It’s the delayed handovers, rework that never gets properly... View Article

Bellway acquires land for 85 new homes in Chipping Ongar

Bellway is to start construction work on 85 new homes in Chipping Ongar after acquiring the land for the development. Haycroft Gardens, as the development is to be known, will provide a range of much-needed family housing, affordable homes for... View Article

Building nature back into the fabric of our homes

As Scotland becomes the first country in the UK to mandate swift bricks in new developments, the move signals a wider shift in how biodiversity is embedded into the built environment. Maisie McKenzie, Biodiversity Manager at wienerberger UK & Ireland,... View Article

Tapestry at Battle wins LABC Warranty Site Recognition Award

Rother DC Housing Company’s (RDCHC) housing development, ‘Tapestry’ in Battle, East Sussex, is in the running for a prestigious national construction prize this year after achieving a Site Recognition Award from LABC Warranty. The award forms part of The Bricks... View Article

Discover the 2026 Warm Homes Plan at Build It Live

Visit ‘Build It Live’ later this month at the Kent Event Centre on 21 and 22 February 2026 to meet with property experts and suppliers who can discuss your next project including finding out about the benefits of the 2026... View Article