The Real Face of Construction 2020

Coronavirus (COVID-19) has had a significant impact on construction projects across the country. Whilst the majority of infrastructure projects were able to implement the Site Operating Procedures without too many delays, city centre building sites and those with limited space have taken time to adjust to the new ways of working. The Construction Leadership Council (CLC) is also looking at a recovery plan for the industry and how to release workers from furlough in a phased manner. Following its statement on payment and Contracts earlier this month, the CLC also continues to call for collaborative ways of working to avoid costly contractual disputes which are more than likely to result in insolvencies. While construction clients have responded in different ways, the government has been very clear on the response expected from public sector clients. Earlier this month the Cabinet Office published supplementary guidance notes for construction contracts to support contracting authorities in implementing PPN 02/20 – supplier relief due to covid-19. […]

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Green Brexit: Reengineering the environmental impact in construction

Doka UK 29 March 2019.-The possible requirement for new laws and regulations to control and manage the environmental impact of companies may affect many industries post Brexit, including construction. This is a pending issue that has already begun to be organised with bills and with numerous reports, forums and expert opinions. In response to this […]

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National Infrastructure and Construction Pipeline –Plans for £600bn of Infrastructure Investment

Doka UK 08 March 2019.- Uncertainty can be overcome with planning. For this reason, the UK Infrastructure Plan is a very interesting topic within the construction sector. New modern construction methods, new processes adapted to the digital transformation and new public plans to develop skills are all subjects discussed within the National Infrastructure and Construction […]

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Bridging the construction skills gap

Doka UK 8 February 2019.- It is no secret that the UK construction industry is experiencing a prolonged and increasing skills shortage, but what is the current situation and forecast for 2019 and beyond? What public resources are needed to improve this predicament? What can construction companies do to attract skilled personnel into the industry? […]

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