LPA calls for offices to be critical infrastructure as shortage bits
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Data centres
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Outline approval granted for £10bn AI data centre campus in North Lincolnshire
Elsham Tech Park will be part of proposed Northern Lincolnshire AI Growth Zone.
McLaren Construction to deliver first 70MW phase of Ada Docklands data centre
Shell and core contract covers initial building and campus-wide infrastructure.
Features & Reports
Agile, flexible, responsible: next gen data centres
Data centre development is critical to the UK's digital future. Karen Fletcher looks at what it takes to deliver in this sector.
The UK's digital backbone: The Rise of data centres
The UK data centre market is burgeoning as the global demand for data sets a record-breaking pace.
Operational Living
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LSE 1,945-bed student scheme at Bankside approved for start in 2027
Bouygues UK to lead on one of central London’s largest PBSA schemes.
US developer secures approval for first UK PBSA scheme in Birmingham
Landmark's 504-bed student scheme marks US firm’s entry into UK delivery pipeline.
Features & Reports
Golden Years, golden opportunities: The rise of senior living
The UK's ageing population needs more senior living spaces - and it's a big opportunity for property and construction.
Urban living redefined: What's behind the rise of UK co-living?
We look at the rise of co-living as an alternative residential offering and consider what it takes to get it right in terms of features and facilities.
Mixed use
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Revised Canada Water masterplan approved to unlock next phase of development
British Land and AustralianSuper secure consent for one of London's largest regen projects
National Housing Bank launches with £169bn mandate to accelerate regeneration
Homes England-backed institution aims to unlock 500,000 homes and regeneration schemes.
Features & Reports
Regional Report: Manchester's built enviroment
The SectorScope considers the northern powerhouse's vision for the built environment.
Regional Report: Birmingham - building a future city
The SectorScope takes a look at a city with its eyes on the future
Offices & Workplace
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Features & Reports
Approval for Canary Wharf Group One Eden retrofit at 33 Canada Square
One Eden refurbishment scheme at 33 Canada Square will deliver office and retail space.
LPA says offices should be 'critical infrastructure' as London faces office supply crunch
London Property Alliance spotlights falling vacancy rates and impact on global investment.
Lab conversions - a new life for offices
Does the science sector hold out a new future for older office buildings?
A new future for old offices at risk of being stranded
Can offices avoid the fate of becoming stranded assets as standards rise and tenants turn away?
Industrial & Warehousing
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Arup to support delivery of UK’s first small modular reactor at Wylfa
Engineering team to lead early-stage design and foundation work for Anglesey nuclear project.
Glencar to deliver 284,575 sq ft industrial scheme at Hillwood Park, Luton
Third scheme with Hillwood sees contractor engaged at pre-construction stage.
Features & Reports
Report: The drive for sustainability in warehousing
What does it take to deliver sustainability in warehousing? Our editor Karen Fletcher talks to the experts.
UKREiiF Report: Logistics and data centres - partners for growth?
UKREiiF 2025: The shared future of I&L and data centres - growth ahead
Science & Technology Buildings
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Approval for 100,000 sq ft lab redevelopment at former Oxford Debenhams
Crown Estate scheme will convert city centre retail building into science and innovation hub, with construction set for 2027.
£1bn expansion of London Cancer Hub secures planning approval
Aviva and Socius scheme in Sutton to deliver 1 million sq ft of science space
Features & Reports
Regulation and Legislation
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Government funding boost for building safety inspector training
£70 million to train new inspectors and fire engineers to accelerate delivery of high-risk residential schemes.
Government crackdown on late payments with reforms targeting construction
New legislation introduces 60-day payment cap, mandatory interest and proposed retentions ban.
Conferences and Exhibitions
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elementalLONDON: Key debates on heat, housing and decarbonisation
A lively range of event topics reflects key areas of challenge and opportunity for the construction and property sectors.
BESA Conference 2025 - The Race to the Top
Focusing on how the industry can drive innovation, sustainability and safety - with growth.
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