BMF industry forecast predicts no real growth until H2 2026

Publish date: Fri, 09 January 2026

The Builders Merchants Federation has released their forecast for 2026, stating that growth is not likely until the second half of 2026.The postBMF industry forecast predicts no real growth until H2...

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Apprenticeship system reform and workforce initiatives: what construction leaders need to know

Publish date: Fri, 09 January 2026

The government has unveiled more details on the £725 million overhaul of the apprenticeship system, signalling a continued push to rebuild the skills pipeline and to tackle long-term labour...

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Portugal approves 2026 budget with focus on housing transport infrastructure

Publish date: Fri, 09 January 2026

In November 2025, Portugal’s parliament approved the centre-right minority government’s 2026 budget, projecting slightly faster economic growth.

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Unite hit with £10m planning bill after student homes developer pulls plug on scheme in Paddington

Publish date: Fri, 09 January 2026

600-bed proposal finally got approval last month – three years after first being refused by Westminster council

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Marrons reinforces heritage capability with director-level appointment

Publish date: Fri, 09 January 2026

As a new director in the West Midlands, Lucy Nicholson will focus on growing the presence of the Marrons heritage team.The postMarrons reinforces heritage capability with director-level...

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Mortenson scores $225M Denver women’s soccer stadium

Publish date: Fri, 09 January 2026

The Minneapolis-based contractor will kick off construction this spring for Denver Summit FC’s new home pitch in the Sante Fe Yards redevelopment district.

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Family builders still under threat despite inheritance tax change

Publish date: Fri, 09 January 2026

Family-run construction firms are still facing an “existential” threat despite the government’s changes to the inheritance tax cap. The warning comes after chancellor Rachel Reeves announced in...

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Client agrees £1.25m settlement with firm accused of ‘considering lying’

Publish date: Fri, 09 January 2026

A client that accused a defunct specialist contractor of considering lying about personnel working on a “defective” job has agreed to pay a settlement to the firm. FEL Group, which made and...

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Probe launched after cladding falls from Vinci-built office

Publish date: Fri, 09 January 2026

An investigation is underway after architectural cladding fell off a Vinci-built office in Blackpool. Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) employees at the Fylde View building (pictured) were...

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Losses deepen at Glasgow contracting JV

Publish date: Fri, 09 January 2026

Glasgow-based contracting joint venture City Building has seen its losses worsen amid static turnover. The business’s latest audited accounts for the year to 31 March 2025 showed an operating loss...

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ISG collapse left ‘significant growth opportunities’ says major creditor

Publish date: Fri, 09 January 2026

A mechanical and electrical building services specialist that looked like it would be one of the worst-hit of ISG’s subcontractors now says that the contracting giant’s collapse provided it with...

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New specialist engineering and construction training facility for the North East Training Alliance (NETA)

Publish date: Fri, 09 January 2026

A £14.7m specialist engineering and construction training facility is set to be delivered in Thornaby, designed to address skills shortages and meet core industrial demand across the Tees Valley.The...

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Premier Forest Products Strengthens Timber Engineering Capability with Acquisition of National Timber Systems

Publish date: Fri, 09 January 2026

Premier Forest Products has acquired engineered timber specialist National Timber Systems (NTS), strengthening and enhancing its timber engineering capability and solutions across the UK. National...

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Public inquiry into Winnipeg police HQ construction project gets more funding

Publish date: Fri, 09 January 2026

WINNIPEG — A public inquiry examining cost overruns on construction of the Winnipeg Police Service’s headquarters is looking at higher-than-expected costs. The Manitoba government has approved...

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White House says it wasn’t economical to save East Wing during ballroom construction

Publish date: Fri, 09 January 2026

WASHINGTON — The White House said it was not feasible to save the East Wing because of structural and other concerns as officials shared details of President Donald Trump’s planned ballroom at...

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$100000 Wilmot Gift Enhances Entrepreneurship Opportunities at Salisbury University

Publish date: Fri, 09 January 2026

$100,000 Wilmot Gift Enhances Entrepreneurship Opportunities at Salisbury University Upon reflecting on his time at Salisbury University, Wilmot Modular Structures founder Mike Wilmot credits...

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UK construction careers make list of fastest growing jobs but skills shortage looms

Publish date: Fri, 09 January 2026

The LinkedIn Jobs on the Rise list contains several UK construction careers, but the construction skills gap is still being reflected.The postUK construction careers make list of fastest growing...

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STARK UK appoints JPS managing director amidst reorganisation

Publish date: Fri, 09 January 2026

STARK Building Materials UK (STARK UK) has appointed Fiona Perrin as managing director of Jewson Partnership Solutions (JPS). Perrin has held a number of senior leadership positions in the industry,...

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JTL celebrates opening of £1m London South training centre

Publish date: Fri, 09 January 2026

JTL, a training provider for electrical and plumbing apprenticeships across England and Wales, has officially opened its newly refurbished ‘London ...The postJTL celebrates opening of £1m London...

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“Future of construction” firm in administration

Publish date: Fri, 09 January 2026

Versarien fails to strike a solvent sale for business

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RM Contractors Get Connected with Leica & Hitachi Technology.

Publish date: Fri, 09 January 2026

RM Contractors the Worcestershire based regional Groundworks and Civil Engineeringbusiness, has invested in ten Hitachi 13-tonne ZX130LCN-7B Excavators and four 22-tonneZX210LC-7B Excavators. whilst...

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Light Efficient Design Names New National Sales Manager for Canada

Publish date: Fri, 09 January 2026

Blair MacGillis is a senior sales leader with 20+ years in the lighting and building industries.

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Woolley Grange

Publish date: Fri, 09 January 2026

Woolley Grange Hotel Luxury Family Hotels is delighted to announce the reopening of Woolley Grange, its cherished Jacobean manor house near the picturesque city of Bath. Following a full renovation...

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Heat pumps work. Simply.

Publish date: Fri, 09 January 2026

From cold-climate performance to suitability for older buildings, heat pumps remain widely misunderstood. In reality, they are mechanically simple systems based on established principles of physics,...

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Ontario sues Skills Development Fund-linked company over alleged fraud

Publish date: Fri, 09 January 2026

TORONTO — The Ontario government has filed a lawsuit against a company it contracted to run a student mental health program, alleging fraudulent misrepresentation and seeking to recoup more than...

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ABC: Construction Employment Slumps Despite Low Unemployment Rate

Publish date: Fri, 09 January 2026

The industry lost 11,000 jobs in December, with only 14,000 added over the past year.

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OFTEC and UKIFDA urge technicians and distributors to respond to new consultation

Publish date: Fri, 09 January 2026

OFTEC and UKIFDA have urged technicians and fuel distributors working in the liquid fuel heating industry to submit their views on how oil heated homes should be heatedThe postOFTEC and UKIFDA urge...

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Cold snap shows heat pump efficiency research reveals

Publish date: Fri, 09 January 2026

New data has revealed that modern heat pumps are keeping homes just as warm as gas boilersThe postCold snap shows heat pump efficiency, research revealsappeared first onHeating & Plumbing Monthly...

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The Surface Design Award 2026 finalists have been announced

Publish date: Fri, 09 January 2026

The Surface Design Awards have announced the highly anticipated shortlist for the 2026 edition. The awards continue to champion material excellence and design innovation from the UK and around the...

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DOMOTEX asia/CHINAFLOOR returns in 2026 as Asia’s most important global meeting platform for the carpet and flooring industry

Publish date: Fri, 09 January 2026

DOMOTEX asia/CHINAFLOOR, the largest international flooring exhibition in Asia-Pacific, will return to Shanghai’s National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC) from May 27 to 29, 2026 for its...

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