Orbit appoints Paul Edwards as new non-executive director

Orbit has announced the appointment of Paul Edwards as non-executive director to its Common Board from 7 September 2026. Paul’s appointment further strengthens the effectiveness of Orbit’s governance, enhancing its oversight and guidance across both daily operations and its strategic... View Article

Part 8 planning approval secured for Irishtown Leisure Centre

Dublin City Council has secured Part 8 planning approval for Irishtown Leisure Centre, following approval by council committee on 7th September 2026, marking a major step towards delivering a new community sport, health and wellbeing destination for Dublin’s south inner... View Article

Construction begins on 43-home Hampshire development

Regional housebuilder Bargate has started construction on its second phase of homes in Bedhampton, Hampshire, following clearance works. The new 43-home development, The Bluebells, builds on the success of its adjacent St Thomas Mead community, where residents have already established... View Article

Low carbon cement – fit for the future

Garry Gregory at Tarmac explores how innovation in lower carbon cement is helping developers and contractors reduce emissions without compromising performance, programme certainty or build quality. The pressure on the construction industry to decarbonise continues to intensify, with housebuilders increasingly... View Article

How BNG also brings net gains for developers

Olivia Dear at Wates Developments explains why Biodiversity Net Gain is now a strategic consideration which can deliver lasting benefits for communities. The relationship between development and the natural environment has become an increasingly important consideration for the housebuilding sector.... View Article

RSH publishes its quarterly survey for Q1 April to June 2026

The Regulator of Social Housing has published the results of its quarterly survey of private registered providers’ financial health, covering the period from 1 April to 30 June 2026 today (Thursday 3 September 2026). Investment in the sector remains robust, with landlords... View Article