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Cheshire contractor enters administration | Construction News
Nov 19, 2024 · Cheshire-based contractor Lyjon Co Limited has appointed administrators after posting a big pre-tax loss. The firm recorded a £7.9m turnover in its most recent published accounts, for the year to ...
Construction industry to bounce back in 2025
Nov 27, 2024 · A sharp rise in new starts will lift activity next year, driven by public sector and infrastructure work, according to new data. Industry data specialist Glenigan is forecasting an 8 per cent hike ...
NI rise expected to push construction costs up by 1 per cent
Dec 9, 2024 · Construction costs will rise by up to 1 per cent due to the increase in National Insurance employer contributions in April next year, according to consultancy Arcadis.
CMA launches probe into school roofing bids | Construction News
Dec 12, 2024 · The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has raided offices after opening an investigation into suspected bid rigging on school roofing contracts.
Challenges and opportunities for the construction industry post …
Nov 4, 2024 · Kelly Boorman is national head of construction and partner at RSM UK. Given the government’s stated priorities to accelerate housing delivery and drive economic growth, it’s no surprise that ...
Costain wins £400m HS2 M&E package | Construction News
Dec 4, 2024 · Costain has landed a £400m contract to deliver tunnel and lineside mechanical and electrical (M&E) systems for HS2. Under the deal, the contractor will deliver the design, supply, manufacture ...
Planning system reforms take effect in bid to boost housebuilding
Dec 12, 2024 · Government planning reforms aimed at boosting housebuilding in England have come into force. A series of updates to the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) made today (12 December) include ...
Get ready for another strong year in construction M&A
Dec 17, 2024 · Zack Goddard, director, industrials M&A, Clearwater The UK construction industry is experiencing unprecedented levels of merger and acquisition (M&A) activity for contractors operating in the ...