PBC Weekly

This week's edition of?PBC Weekly?features news from ACTIS Insulation , Premier Guarantee , The Joint Contracts Tribunal , Payapps Limited ?and more!

Decision to halt HS2 Euston strongly criticised by parliament

Despite devoting over eight years to the planning of HS2 Euston, the Department for Transport (DfT) is uncertain about its objectives, according to a parliamentary committee.

Majority of 400 staff made redundant at J Tomlinson

Nottingham-based contractor J Tomlinson appointed administrators on 10 July 2023, leading to over 400 redundancies across nine offices.

Actis’ determination to lead the way in sustainability highlighted in new video

Insulation specialist Actis has released a new video showcasing their sustainability progress and plans for future environmentally-friendly developments.

Premier Guarantee’s Insite 2023 to return at pivotal time for construction

Insite 2023 will see delegates discuss the Building Safety Act, the 2025 Future Homes Standard and other valuable topics.

Forterra staff face job losses as British brickmaker struggles

British brickmaker Forterra has announced that staff will be consulted on redundancies as it plans to cut ￡13m in costs.

Payapps launches Construction Payment Practices Review

Construction payment software provider Payapps has launched a new paper, ‘Construction payment practices review: Building a responsible payment culture’, which discusses the latest payment practice regulations, and how companies can ensure fair payment using technology.

There’s still time to enter the Vectorworks Design Scholarship!

The closing date for the Vectorworks Design Scholarship is fast approaching, but there is still time for you to enter and win up to $3000 USD.

How gender inequality in urban planning fails to address women’s fear of crime

Rectifying gender inequality in urban planning can play a significant role in addressing women’s fear of crime- and create safer environments for everyone, says Olivia Docker of Boyer.

Why earlier environmental assessment is key to delivering projects in a changing world

In this article, Viral Desai, practice director for Planning, Environmental Consenting and Communities at 阿特金斯 , and?Paul Morgalla, associate director for Environment at Atkins explore why a ‘left-shift’ approach to environmental assessment is crucial to tackling climate change.

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