Features

The term housing crisis was in use long before Covid-19 forced everyone to down tools. Off-site construction, modular and prefabricated building could make up for lost time but, as Elaine Knutt asks, is it really that simple?

Following the CIC Low Value Dispute Model Adjudication Procedure (CIC LVD MAP) launch on 1 May 2020, on behalf of the Construction Industry Council, Stephen Hodder MBE Chair of CIC conferred Niall Lawless with Honorary Affiliate Membership for his services to the CIC and the construction industry. 

Even during Covid-19, CABE is finding innovative ways to bring members value, says Kirri Porter-White, Training & Learning Development Manager

The award-winning Land of Oak & Iron Heritage Centre is a fine example of sustainable conservation

CHAS, supply chain risk management experts, add up the importance of contractor health and safety in the construction industry.

Boss Training and the CIC note that there are ways to minimise disruption to business in the post-Brexit exodus, including upskilling workers and utilising apprenticeships.

Elaine Knutt explores the science of building when the heating, lighting, ventilation and acoustic needs of the occupants are considered.

With climate change now widely recognised as a clear and present threat, there’s a growing consensus that a financially justifiable, low-energy path is the best route to a sustainable future. But what does this really mean?