A road network fit for the world’s fifth largest economy cannot be planned from London: it is time for a revolution in approach, one that is focused on meeting our needs, says Martin Tugwell.
Careful handling of ‘Special Qualities” has gained planning permission for a potash mine in the North Yorkshire Moors National Path, explains Matthew Hunt.
Late payment are not only a big issue for business but also for legal teams working on the statutory or contractual aspects of payments. Robert Stevenson, partner at law firm BLM, offers some insight.
Two leading London Mayoral candidates to debate the environmental way forward for the capital at next month’s Environmental Industries Commission annual conference.
Specialist insurance broker Griffiths & Armour hosted a special masterclass session to unravel and explain the benefits and challenges of the Integrated Project Insurance project delivery model.
Thirty two students and apprentices have just enjoyed student week at Tony Gee and Partners which involved an 850 mile tour of Britain to experience all that civil engineering has to offer. Jackie Whitelaw reports.
Investment in the built environment including key schemes such as HS2, Thames Tideway Tunnel and airport expansion remains key to boosting UK GDP growth, according to new report by Arcadis.
The annual International Association for Bridge and Structural Engineers design conference brought together a record number of young designers to hear inspirational speakers, take part in topical discussion and hear from the brightest talent in the industry.
Plans for National Infrastructure Commission underpinned by £26bn of local spending devolved for local councils to invest in infrastructure plus a promise to “sweep away planning rules” to allow more homes to be built.
Osborne’s decision to embrace the former Labour Party National Infrastructure Commission as championed by Sir John Armitt should boost political consensus behind critical national infrastructure delivery, says Jackie Whitelaw.