The government has proposed a series of new measures it hopes will turbocharge planning and infrastructure delivery across Britain.

The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) has published new research on the construction industry’s capacity to meet key targets, including the delivery of 1.5 million new homes by 2029.  

Contractors must engage with grid operators early to avoid delays in their developments, writes Barrett Harris.

A new report on water reuse in the UK is calling for urgent action to equip a skilled workforce that can ensure safety, build public trust and help tackle water scarcity challenges.

Construction organisations have enthusiastically welcomed the National Infrastructure and Service Transformation Authority’s (NISTA) launch of its new infrastructure pipeline tool.

Mott MacDonald’s focus on major building projects is not just about winning more work and improving outcomes for clients – it’s about giving younger engineers better career experience too.

Round-up of industry reactions to the government’s 10-year infrastructure strategy for the UK.

While the industry awaits details of the infrastructure strategy, it must ensure that it will be able to deliver on the country’s plans, writes Nitesh Patel.

Industry-led Sector Skills Plans will help employers meet current and future skills demands.

The National Infrastructure and Service Transformation Authority (NISTA) has announced the appointment of Becky Wood as its new chief executive officer.

Jalpesh Patel, industry development manager for infrastructure at Bluebeam, explains how to improve infrastructure delivery with software.

NAO has suggested HM Treasury or NISTA to have greater involvement in ‘mega-projects’ such as HS2 to ensure accountability of decisionmakers.

New infrastructure charter aims to unlock diversity and help address the skills gap

London Euston station “is no longer in a fit condition” and its columns “would fall off” if it weren’t for the bands around them, rail minister Lord Hendy has claimed.

Despite past failures, well-designed new PPP models could deliver high-quality infrastructure without squeezing the public purse, argues Anthony Walker.

Buildots has launched Dot, an interactive AI assistant for construction process management that answers questions with up-to-date information about the status of building activities.

Graham has successfully carried out the first operational test of the new Renfrew Bridge ahead of its opening to the public in late Autumn.

Ahead of the 4 July general election, the UK’s largest contractors have published a series of recommendations for the next government