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[ 26th September 2025 ] North East Mayor visits Bellway development in Wallsend to meet women working in construction News
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Making Plans - RIBA, From left: Charles Holland, Ahmed Belkhodja, Professor Lesley Lokko, Sumayya Vally

RIBA + The Modern House Announce ‘Making Plans’ Talks

9th November 2020

The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) is pleased to announce ‘Making Plans’ – a new season of talks in partnership with The Modern House. The series explores how domestic architectural plans give form to

100th Completion for Manchester House Builder and New Jobs on the Way

7th November 2020

Manchester-based Hollins Homes is celebrating after reaching its 100th completion, following continued business growth and an increased demand for homes due to the stamp duty holiday. House builder Hollins Homes builds with traditional values and

Works Complete on Phase Two of £3.9m King Edward VI School Renovation

6th November 2020

Midlands contractor G F Tomlinson has completed the latest phase of works on the expansion and renovation of King Edward VI School in Lichfield, Staffordshire. Comprising two phases of works led by G F Tomlinson

Norwich Castle: Timelapse Film of Tower Crane Construction

6th November 2020

On 30 September 2020, a 136 ft tower crane was constructed at Norwich Castle. This crane will be at the centre of the Royal Palace Reborn project to restore the Norman Keep to its original

RIBA Responds to Proposed Changes to the Architects Act

5th November 2020

The RIBA has responded to the launch of the government consultation on proposed amendments to the regulation of architects through the Architects Act 1997. RIBA President, Alan Jones, said: “This milestone consultation outlines significant changes

Krokodyl robot lifts TBM tunnel segment November 2020

HS2 Boosts Safety and Efficiency with Innovative Robot for Chiltern Tunnelling Machines

5th November 2020

HS2 today unveiled the use of an innovative onboard robot that will improve safety and efficiency on the high speed rail project’s first two giant tunnelling machines, set to launch early next year. Pioneered by

RIBA Honorary Fellows 2021 Announced

30th October 2020

The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) is pleased to announce the 2021 RIBA Honorary Fellowships, which will be awarded to individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, including property, politics, infrastructure, arts and business.

South Wales Sports Grounds & The Ideas Distillery

Major Sports Ground Installer Overcomes Covid Conditions to Create World Rugby-grade Pitch and Secure International Accreditations

29th October 2020

A major sports grounds installation and maintenance specialist in South Wales has been given a stamp of approval while undertaking a major project inspected by rugby chiefs. South Wales Sports Grounds, based in Monmouthshire, came

Design for the Canterbury Works headhouse and compound. The Canterbury Works site is located in South Kilburn, behind Canterbury Road and Canterbury Terrace and next to the existing railway tracks.

Designs for HS2 Canterbury Works Vent Shaft and Headhouse Revealed

28th October 2020

Today (Tuesday 27 October) HS2 has revealed updated designs for the Canterbury Works vent shaft headhouse and compound, in South Kilburn, London. It will be one of four structures that will be built to provide

Canterbury East Station in Kent Benefits from Step-free Access for the First Time, Thanks to £4.8m Investment

26th October 2020

Network Rail is upgrading Canterbury East station with new lifts and a new footbridge, providing step free access at Canterbury East for the first time. Tactiles will also be installed along both platforms to improve