construction news

TfL’s property company Places for London has selected Ballymore as joint venture partner for its development at Limmo Peninsula in east London. The land near Canning Town Tube station was previously used for construction of the Elizabeth line – providing the space for...

The head of the Building Safety Regulator Philip White is to step down in September after a challenging two years at the helm. The Health and Safety Executive described the move as a partial retirement. White will step down from his role as Director of Building Safety...

Amazon has confirmed plans to invest £40bn in the UK over the next three years including building four new fulfilment centres and new delivery stations nationwide. The giant fulfilment centres will be in Hull, Northampton and two in the East Midlands. Other schemes...

Foster + Partners has landed the job to design the national memorial to Queen Elizabeth II in St James’s Park. The practice beat four other finalist teams with a concept centred on a new cast-glass bridge inspired by the late Queen’s wedding tiara. The masterplan...

Mears is on track to beat market expectations for the year after a strong start to 2025 supported by growth in housing maintenance work The housing sector services specialist said group profit before tax for the first half will come in “modestly ahead” of 2024, buoyed...

Bouygues UK has secured a major housing job in central London after being picked by Southwark Council to deliver a £45m+plus scheme for key workers. The development will bring around 150 affordable flats to a site next to the Arnold Estate, close to London Bridge and...

The Environment Agency is preparing the ground for a major flood alleviation scheme in Hebden Bridge worth £68m. A preliminary market engagement notice has been published as the EA finalises procurement strategy and contract documents ahead of a formal tender launch...

Story Homes has submitted an outline planning application to Chorley Council for a new residential scheme on the site of the former Camelot Theme Park in Charnock Richard. Plans include up to 350 new homes and a dedicated community hub offering flexible space for...

Fit-out and refurbishment contractor Morris & Spottiswood has posted record results for the year to December 31 2024. The group, which is currently celebrating its centenary year, saw turnover increase by 35% to £172.5m from £128m last time as pre-tax profits rose...