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Master Your Finances with This Income Guide
Managing finances effectively is crucial for anyone involved in construction projects, whether as a contractor, consultant, project manager, procurement manager, supplier, or investor. Understanding income levels, budgeting, and investment options can help you make smarter decisions. This post offers clear, practical financial planning strategies tailored to your needs. Understanding Your Income and Expenses The first step in mastering your finances is knowing exactly how muc
Oct 203 min read


Kier Secures £250m in New Prison Construction Contracts: What This Means for the UK Construction Industry
Kier Group has recently been awarded approximately £250 million in contracts aimed at expanding prison capacity across the UK. This significant project includes the construction of four new houseblocks, improvements to site-wide infrastructure, and upgrades to ancillary facilities at both HMP Northumberland and HMP Lancaster Farms. As part of the Ministry of Justice’s Small Secure Houseblocks Programme (SSHP) Alliance, these initiatives aim to provide an additional 480 prison
Oct 154 min read


G&H Wins £12 Million MEP Contract for Harrogate Hospital
MEP specialist G&H has secured a £12 million contract to deliver complete mechanical, electrical and public health design and build services for Harrogate District Hospital's new Day Case Surgery and Imaging Centre. The appointment by main contractor Morgan Sindall Construction marks a significant step forward for the £50 million facility, which aims to accelerate elective care recovery and reduce NHS waiting times across North Yorkshire. Steel framework construction at a mod
Oct 145 min read


Basildon Council Approves £1.3bn Data Centre: Transforming the UK Construction Landscape
Basildon Council has granted planning consent for a £1.3 billion AI-powered data centre on the outskirts of Wickford, Essex. Situated...
Sep 293 min read


McLaughlin & Harvey to Build National Grid’s New Control Centre: A Future-Proof Nerve Hub for UK Energy
McLaughlin & Harvey has started construction of the National Grid Electricity Transmission Control Centre (ETCC) at Hams Hall, Midlands....
Sep 243 min read


Microsoft’s UK Data Centre Strategy: What Construction Professionals Need to Know in 2025
As Microsoft continues its push to enhance its presence in the UK, the company has committed a remarkable £2.5 billion investment to...
Sep 174 min read


Latest Trends in Construction Industry News
The construction sector evolves rapidly. Staying updated on the latest construction industry trends is essential for making informed...
Sep 163 min read


Top Stakeholder Analysis Tools for Consultants
Stakeholder management is critical in construction projects. Identifying, analysing, and engaging stakeholders effectively can make or...
Sep 164 min read


UK Timber Imports Dip Nearly 3% in First Half of 2025
In a significant development for the construction industry, UK timber imports experienced a decline of nearly 3% in the first half of...
Sep 84 min read


Understanding Public-Private Partnership Projects
Public-private partnerships (P3s) have become a key method for delivering large-scale infrastructure projects. These collaborations...
Sep 84 min read


Ardmore's Strategic Restructuring: Pathway to Profitability in Construction
Quick Overview Ardmore, a key player in the UK construction industry, is set for an important turnaround thanks to a strategic...
Sep 13 min read


Skanska's Strategic Expansion in Defence and Healthcare Construction: 2025 Outlook
Skanska, a leading project development and construction group, is proactively expanding its footprint in the UK's defence and healthcare...
Aug 284 min read
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