Re-use of Historic Buildings in Place Setting & Environmental Sustainability Nov 9, 2020 Conversations around development and building design are increasingly turning to the responsible management of environmental issues such as carbon emissions. The conservation and restoration of appropriate historic buildings can provide a significant opportunity for developers to meet their sustainability requirements. AB Heritage looks at examples across Birmingham. Conversations around development and building design are increasingly […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
Integrating Natural Water Management & River Systems Into Urban Development Nov 8, 2020 Many towns and cities have grown up alongside watercourses, using water as a resource to sustain human lives. As cities grew, resources once coveted were often marginalised, and seen as a constraint to development. This led to realignment of watercourses, engineered concrete/brick lined channels and culverting, with these assets increasingly degraded and hidden from view. […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
Pagabo Q&A: Big Build Programme, Innovation & Investing Communities Nov 8, 2020 Pagabo are one of the UK’s leading framework providers – and their unique approach is helping them see unrivalled growth as they continue to expand. The Hull based firm were recently involved in our Humber Estuary Development Conference and we’ve been hearing from their Chief Executive Simon Toplass… Q. Pagabo originates in Hull, how do […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
‘Future of Construction Lead’ Joins Pagabo to Pave Way For Industry of Tomorrow Nov 8, 2020 Following a highly successful period of growth, national framework provider Pagabo has announced a number of additions to its team, including the appointment of Charley Wainwright as its ‘The Future of Construction Lead’. The role has been created to lead on the organisation’s The Future of Construction initiative, which aims to shape the future of […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
£140m Coventry Residential Scheme Set For Approval Nov 8, 2020 Coventry City Council look set to approve plans for over 700 new apartments on the edge of the city centre, after the scheme was recommended for approval. The project is being brought forward by Complex Development Projects (CDP) who’ll be discussing the project alongside Coventry City Council at our upcoming Coventry Development Plans Event. CDP […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
£49m Flood Defence Scheme Images Revealed Nov 7, 2020 New images have been revealed showcasing what the proposed £49m flood defence scheme for Preston and South Ribble could look like – ahead of our Flood Prevention Conference in January. Details have now been finalised by the Environment Agency who’ve revealed further plans for the project – which will now go through the planning permission […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
Port of Tyne Launches Green Energy Park Nov 7, 2020 The Port of Tyne – based in the North East of England – is creating a new green energy park for the region’s renewable energy industry that will lead to further land clearance and development over the coming years. Tyne Clean Energy Park will benefit from unrestricted, lock free access to berths with 13-metre of […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
Halifax Town Centre Transformation Moves Forward Nov 7, 2020 Plans to regenerate Halifax town centre have moved a step forward, as the West Yorkshire Combined Authority who’re funding the £47m A629 infrastructure improves gave the green light. Calderdale Council’s Cabinet Member for Regeneration & Strategy – Cllr Jane Scullion – said: “This exciting scheme would transform travel around Halifax town centre making it much […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
10,000 Home Garden Village Consultation To Begin Nov 7, 2020 The next consultation stage for Carlisle City Council’s ambitious 10,000 home St Cuthbert’s Garden Village is set to begin next week. Starting on Tuesday (10th November) the consultation aims to ensure the scheme is delivered and planned properly across the coming decades. This part of the consultation will see the council seek views on both […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
Swindon Council Meets Developers & Investors Over Town Regeneration Plans Oct 30, 2020 Swindon Borough Council has met with a number of developers and investors to help shape the town’s regeneration plan for the town centre. The local authority – who’ll be speaking at our upcoming Thames Valley Economic Growth & Development Conference – recently revealed plans for a new £80m cultural quarter at Kimmerfields which has left […] Posted by: Nathan Spencer Read more
