Politics has all but taken over our lives right now. Last week we had local elections and we are all in the midst of a general election campaign. Are the politicians talking about our infrastructure, homes, schools and hospitals?
Embracing the idea of a circular economy could earn Welsh construction an extra £1billion by 2035. We just need to think differently. CEW Director Emma Thomas explains how.
This week we showcased our latest Exemplar case study, the Menai Science Park (M-Sparc) team set our their aspirations and aims for the project at the design stage event. As with our other Exemplar projects it is a great example of just what can be achieved by pursuing the collaborative working ideals of integrated teams, procurement with a focus on outcomes and value and an engaged client and focussed supply chain – even at the design stage.
Congratulations to those of you who have made it to the SME shortlist!We have received many outstanding SME entries, giving our judges a real headache. Year on year your entries demonstrate real performance improvement in the Welsh construction industry.
The NHBC’s latest research: ‘Small house builders and developers: current challenges to growth’ provides an update to the NHBC Foundation’s 2014 report ‘Improving the prospects for small house builders and developers’.
Energy Improvement Benefits Health of Welsh People
Home energy efficiency improvements are having a positive impact on health. New research shows for the first time how Welsh Government funded home energy efficiency improvements, aimed at low income households, are having a positive impact on health.