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In the year spanning 2020-2021, the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) recorded thirty-nine workplace fatalities in the construction sector in the UK. It will come as no surprise that the HSE ranks construction as the third most dangerous sector to work in – with...

One of the most important goals of civil engineering is establishing a structure that can cope with any stress. That said, they have to design resilient infrastructure that not only solves the immediate issues but also minimises environmental damage and the effects of...

If you and your family need a bit more space at home, it can be tempting to think that moving is the only option. While this may be one solution for getting the space you and your family need, there are also other solutions out there in the form of home extensions....

There are many different types of construction. Each type has its own set of rules, regulations, and procedures that need to be followed before building can begin. Due to the complex nature of constructing buildings, local authority planning officers are responsible...

Civil engineering companies undertake large-scale projects such as laying pipelines, building bridges and constructing roads. Their work is essential for the functioning of the economy. Without them, the modern world as we know it wouldn’t exist.However, as somebody...

As another year draws to a close, the UK construction industry is currently facing a number of challenges that are set to impact its performance in 2022. These include: 1. A shortage of skilled workers The UK construction industry is currently facing a shortage of...

Many of us might have preconceived ideas about what we think the construction and civil engineering industries are all about. But, in many cases, our perceptions are wrong. As industries change to adapt to modern ways of thinking and operating, it's easy to see how...

From schools and colleges to care homes and hospitals, construction work is sometimes necessary in sensitive environments. Typical construction projects involve contractors assessing sites, quoting on work, and setting a date when work commences. Yet, in sensitive...

Whether you’re living in a small town or a large city, you might be interested in renovating or extending your office or home. With construction projects being so in-demand today, there are many contractors out there to choose from. We don’t want to be the bearers of...

With a climate crisis on the horizon (although it can be argued we're already feeling its effects with weather records being broken year on year, and not in a good way!), it's important that we do everything we can to take steps towards a more sustainable world. Major...