New housebuilder announces first development
A new partnership-led housebuilder has launched in the East of England – and has announced its first development. Ardena Homes will work in partnership with housing associations, local authorities and stakeholders to deliver high-quality, sustainable homes. The company forms part of Phoenix Sustainable Investments, drawing on its expertise in sustainable development in housing, energy and […]
Sizewell C to host first-ever women in construction jobs fair
Sizewell C is set to host its first-ever women in construction jobs fair in an effort to attract more women into the sector. More than 30 contractors from across the project’s supply chain will attend the event at Sizewell Sports and Social Club in Leiston on April 15 – showcasing the career paths, training routes […]
Search launched for East of England’s best female construction role models
A search has been launched for the East of England’s next female construction role models who will champion the sector for women. Suffolk-based non-profit Women in Construction Anglia (WICA) has launched its first ever WICA Champions initiative as it looks to further its impact across the eastern region. Those chosen will have the opportunity to […]
Construction of new faculty building at Tyndale House reaches milestone
Construction of a state-of-the-art facility at Tyndale House in Cambridge has reached a milestone stage. The new faculty house will eventually be home to the most significant collection of biblical studies material in the country. Excavation of the basement to the new building, which will sit beside the Christian charity and research institute, is almost […]
Suffolk apprentice scoops national bricklaying award
A Suffolk bricklaying apprentice has been recognised for their ‘outstanding’ talent at a national awards ceremony. Bailey Johnson, from Bury St Edmunds, was named the NHBC Bricklaying Apprentice of the Year (Level 2) at its annual graduation ceremony in March. The 18-year-old is currently plying his trade at Bloor Homes’ Thurston Grove development. Bailey praised […]
Ipswich construction company shortlisted for prestigious national award
A longstanding Ipswich chartered surveyancy practice is in the running for a prestigious national construction award. Castons, which celebrated its 130th birthday last year, has been shortlisted in the Construction Consultancy of the Year category at this year’s Construction News Awards. It shares a position on the shortlist with some of the UK’s biggest and […]
Red ribbon cut as new SEND unit at Ipswich Academy officially opens
A new Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) unit has officially opened at Ipswich Academy – providing 24 places for students. The unit was delivered in collaboration between Suffolk County Council, Paradigm Trust, Concertus and SEH French, with construction starting in May 2025. The single‑storey building has been gradually welcoming students since earlier this year, […]
Proposals put forward to expand north Hertfordshire town – including building 1,400 new homes
A property developer is seeking an allocation of land to expand the town of Royston in Hertfordshire – which could potentially see up to 1,400 new homes constructed. Wilson Bowden, the commercial development division of Barratt Redrow, has identified a patch of land, known as Prospects Royston, that could be developed into new homes. It […]
Work begins on 252-place SEND school in Essex
Work has started on the construction of a new SEND school in Essex – which will provide 252 school places. Once opened, the all-through school, at the Wolsey Park development in Rayleigh, will welcome key stage 1 and 2 schoolchildren. Meanwhile, Key Stage 3 and 4 children will attend the former site of Chetwood Primary […]
Demolition due ahead of new Ipswich recycling centre
Demolition works are due to start ahead of the construction of a new recycling centre in Ipswich. Suffolk County Council has announced its intention to begin works on the new centre in Whittle Road in early summer. It will see the majority of buildings on the former Ipswich Borough Council depot site demolished, ahead of […]
