Construction
Westminster tightens construction rules for developers
Updated code introduces zero-emission machinery targets and stronger neighbour protections.
Berkeley reports ‘good’ levels of enquiries but warns over Middle East tensions
Influential housebuilder reaffirms profit guidance and points to resilient demand, but says 'emerging situation is weighing heavily on risk sentiment'.
£9bn in property developer contributions ‘unspent’ in council coffers
The Home Builders Federation warns of a 'capacity crisis in local government' as significant funds appear to be in limbo.
Contractor appointed at Bentry’s Angel Village
Mellior Group has picked up the full £21mn gig to build the developer's flagship project in Zone One.
Developers edge back into action as land market finds a floor
Urban and greenfield values fell 5% over the course of 2025, while those in PCL dropped 3%, Knight Frank reports.
Call for urgent demand-side stimulus as worst-case risks emerge for London’s new-build pipeline
Industry analysis flags risk of sharp slowdown and potential developer exit as existing projects near completion.
One Hyde Park residents win £35mn in building defects case
One Hyde Park Limited has declared a 'decisive victory' as construction firm found liable for remedial works.
Opinion: How do we unlock the planning system without compromising on safety?
Prime Central London developer Alex Pope explores what could be done to improve the important but demanding Gateway process, which he says is causing 'major issues' in the new-build sector with longer…
US & Caribbean construction firm enters UK’s super-prime market
Remian acquires high-end specialist Rossco and sets up London HQ.
Bloomberg: Multimillion-pound London homes hit by sudden, gaping cracks
Report highlights rising subsidence risk across prime London after last year's record heat.
Dar Global’s Trump Dubai tower pitches highest pool & NYC-style penthouses
London-listed developer awards big construction contract as it prepares to deliver 'new global icon'.
Resi Development Review: Oliver Knight on the sector’s ‘most challenging year in recent memory’ & expectations for 2026
Knight Frank's head of UK resi development research takes stock of a turbulent 2025 - and looks at what the next 12 months might offer for landowners, developers, and investors.