Buildings
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GE Aerospace plans a major expansion of its Prestwick facility. The £57m programme includes a 55,000 sq ft building and changes to site logistics, with full operation targeted for early 2028.
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Independent inspectors have found Telford’s proposed Local Plan legally sound. Their final report recommends modifications before adoption, setting out the next steps for development planning through 2041.
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Government is consulting on wider protections against dangerous rented housing. Proposed regulations would extend Awaab’s Law to private tenancies and certain licensed accommodation, creating new requirements for investigating and remedying hazards.
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Hull and East Yorkshire have established a new housing partnership. Homes England will coordinate with regional authorities to develop priority sites, address infrastructure constraints and support regeneration investment.
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PATRIZIA has announced substantial new investment in UK affordable housing. Its £1bn commitment is intended to support up to 4,000 homes through a platform working with regional authorities and development partners.
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Midlothian Council has appointed Morrison Construction for detailed school design. The replacement Beeslack campus will accommodate 1,200 pupils, with a planning application expected in January 2027.
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Wandsworth Council has awarded construction works across three estate sites. Boom Construction will deliver the Ackroydon Estate contract, including development on former community and garage land.
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Wates Residential has secured a major new Welsh regeneration appointment. Trivallis selected the contractor for Penrhys following a year-long procurement process. Planning permission and contractual completion remain outstanding.
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England’s Gateway 2 caseload grew amid a September submission surge. New-build applications reached 64, and 1,706 cases remained live as the building safety levy took effect.
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Scottish heritage employers report widespread gaps in specialist construction skills. Historic Environment Scotland found that 79% of surveyed employers reported shortages or knowledge gaps, with training provision a further concern.