RIBA launches Conservation Award

The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has announced an expansion of its special awards programme, introducing a new Conservation Award for 2026. Judged nationally, the RIBA Conservation Award will celebrate historic buildings and places that have been creatively and... View Article

The rise of smart EV infrastructure for modern builds

Becky Hornby at Rolec explores why getting EV infrastructure right has become essential for developers in delivering Building Regulations Part S. It is not new to suggest that more needs to be done to tackle the current climate emergency. The... View Article

The Hill Group promotes Matt Wilson to Group Technical Director

Award-winning housebuilder The Hill Group has announced the promotion of Matt Wilson to Group Technical Director, overseeing design and technical compliance across the business at a time when the UK’s second-largest private housebuilder continues to go from strength to strength. In his... View Article

Planning milestone for Camden Film Quarter

Places for People (PfP), the UK’s leading social enterprise, has worked alongside partner Yoo Capital to submit a planning application to Camden Council to deliver hundreds of high-quality affordable homes as part of the transformative Camden Film Quarter development in... View Article

Ombudsman welcomes Renters’ Rights Act implementation roadmap

The Property Ombudsman welcomed the Government’s roadmap for the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 that sets out how the legislation will be implemented. The Government’s announcement today (14 November) follows the Property Ombudsman’s Consumer and Industry Forum on 12 November where... View Article

Value engineering: What it is, and how it can protect your design and budget

As material and labour costs continue to rise over time, and pressure builds on both self-build and commercial projects, many across the industry are turning to value engineering as a practical solution. It’s not about cutting corners, but making smart, strategic choices that reduce costs without compromising on... View Article