Croydon residents get fresh look at town centre regeneration plans with new images showing public square, shops, and community spaces. The Croydon Project aims to revitalize the area with retail, housing, and cultural activities.
A devastating fire at a Glasgow vape shop highlights urgent need for stricter regulation of lithium-ion batteries and fire safety enforcement in retail spaces.
Breedon Group CEO Rob Wood warns Labour's 1.5 million homes target is unachievable due to lack of support for domestic construction industries and crumbling infrastructure.
Construction giant Balfour Beatty reports 51% profit growth to £323m, with shares jumping 9% as it targets UK energy, transport, and defence projects amid government infrastructure plans.
The High Court hears claims that the City of London Corporation failed to properly consider alternatives before approving demolition of the former Museum of London for office blocks, breaching its own policies.
The recent blaze at Glasgow Central station underscores the ongoing threat to the city's Victorian architecture, with experts calling for proactive preservation measures and improved safety protocols.
Eamonn Hughes, an Irish immigrant who contributed to modern Britain's infrastructure, passed away at 87. From laborer to supervisor, he worked on projects like Leeds United's Elland Road and the inner ring road.
Plans for a distinctive roundabout featuring a sheep sculpture in Beverley have been rejected by council officials who cited highway safety risks including potential driver distraction and physical hazards.
A tower crane collapsed at a Barlby Road construction site in Ladbroke Grove, forcing the evacuation of approximately 100 people. No injuries were reported, but the site remains closed pending investigation.
A federal panel has postponed a vote on Donald Trump's $400 million ballroom addition to the White House until April 2, citing overwhelming public opposition and thousands of negative comments.
Motorists in Petersfield, Hampshire, face unexpected car troubles as squirrels hide acorns in engine pipes, leading to power loss and turbocharger issues, with mechanics reporting multiple cases in a single week.
A man in India was violently thrown to the ground by a malfunctioning elevator, narrowly avoiding being crushed. The incident highlights ongoing elevator safety concerns globally.
New research reveals UK construction sector experienced accelerated downturn in February due to exceptionally wet weather and weak housebuilding, with PMI dropping to 44.5.
London faces a severe development downturn with plummeting housing starts and a declining commercial pipeline, threatening economic growth and housing availability.
A major fire on Imperial Way in Croydon is believed to have been started by vandals, with the leaseholder citing ongoing antisocial behavior and lack of CCTV as contributing factors.
The construction sector shows signs of recovery but faces ongoing challenges from high wages, planning delays, and labor shortages, with growth driven mainly by infrastructure projects.
Redbridge Council's £20m Wanstead Leisure Centre and school project stalls after main contractor Jerram Falkus enters administration, pushing back completion beyond this summer.
A new survey reveals that nearly two-thirds of senior council officers in England are experiencing project delays, with funding uncertainty cited as the primary obstacle to delivering Labour's ambitious housing and infrastructure agenda.
Business owners in Islington describe devastation as a burst water main floods Caledonian Road, causing severe damage and millions in losses to shops and stock.
Barnet Council introduces stricter regulations for construction projects to address quality shortfalls, including independent audits and specialist oversight, following Grenfell Tower fire lessons.
A surge in AI-driven datacenter construction is transforming London's infrastructure, with major projects underway to meet soaring demand for computing power and energy resources.
An anonymous donor has gifted Osaka gold bars worth $3.6 million specifically to repair the city's deteriorating water infrastructure, following safety concerns after a fatal sinkhole incident.
The City of London Corporation has released renderings showing the district's skyline in 2032, following a record year of planning approvals for new skyscrapers and office developments.
A devastating fire in Manlleu, Spain, has claimed five lives after victims were unable to escape an attic storage room. Authorities report five others injured in the blaze.
Kensington and Chelsea Council approves a £4.4 million project to modernize Portobello Road with wider pavements, new lighting, and flood mitigation, starting in January 2027.
A Victorian building and community hall in North London will be demolished after Brent Council approved plans for a four-storey office block, despite over 100 objections from residents and local councillors.
A construction worker from East London has been found guilty of murdering and robbing a customer following a financial disagreement, using the victim's bank cards immediately after the crime.
Bromley Council's £3.9 million archive facility in Priory Gardens faces approval despite 2,669-signature petition and objections comparing it to a prison.
Community groups warn that proposed modifications to City Plan 2040 could permit skyscrapers outside designated clusters, potentially threatening heritage and skyline management in London's Square Mile.
Residents of One Hyde Park win £35m case over defective pipework, highlighting a nationwide construction quality crisis affecting luxury and affordable homes alike.