After the hottest summer on record drove subsidence insurance payouts to an all-time high of £307 million, and with drought warnings already in place for 2026, structural movement is climbing the agenda for social landlords. Omar Alata, Head of Social... View Article

By Chris Haughey, McCoy Contractors The construction industry has long been a cornerstone of economic growth and community development. Yet, as an industry, we face a significant and growing challenge: attracting and retaining the next generation of talent. If we... View Article

HLM Architects has delivered a new studio environment in Cardiff, underpinned by a coordinated flooring specification from Gerflor. The project incorporated 330m² of floor finishes, comprising Gerflor Creation 55 Looselay luxury vinyl tile (LVT) and Gradus Lunar carpet tiles, installed... View Article

Technology leader Plentific is launching its Data Governance Guide today at Housing 2026 as a practical framework supporting social landlords to navigate regulatory reform, achieve compliance and rebuild resident trust. Facing intensifying regulatory pressure, including the implementation of the second phase of... View Article

People’s homes are their sanctuary. A place where comfort, health and wellbeing should come as standard. For housebuilders and developers, this creates a clear responsibility to deliver the homes of the future – ones that support occupant wellbeing, while also... View Article

High passenger traffic volumes place specific demands on column casings and wall linings, as they must withstand scuffs and damage while complementing the design of airports, rail stations and bus terminals. Encasement’s Verta column casings and Vecta building lining products are designed to meet... View Article

Cedral fibre cement roof slates combine the benefits of modern slate technology with the look of natural slate, delivering durability, strength and design flexibility for roofing projects. Cedral, part of Etex, has a deep-rooted history and heritage of over 100... View Article