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Tuesday 27 October 2026 · London closed
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Every Financial News story tagged construction industry, newest first.
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Andy Metcalfe has announced his retirement, marking a significant transition for Speller Metcalfe.Metcalfe, who co-founded the company with Steve Speller in 1995, has sold his shares to the Speller family.James…
The government's decision to limit levy funding for level 7 degree apprenticeships has sparked significant concern among construction industry leaders.A report by the University Vocational Awards Council highlights potential negative…
The construction sector has reacted with caution to the recent change in government. A significant 74% of industry leaders report no increase in investment willingness post-election. Financial rhetoric and spending…
The Labour Party's latest conference highlighted crucial issues in housing and infrastructure, with a focus on construction.The event saw a significant presence of MPs dedicated to addressing the housing crisis,…
The UK's new industrial strategy has been unveiled, excluding the construction sector from its focus.Eight sectors have been chosen: advanced manufacturing, clean energy, creative industries, defence, digital tech, financial services,…
WFC Contractors, a firm with £45m turnover, has been acquired after entering administration.The Devon-based company was sold through a pre-pack arrangement to RW Group.Challenges such as inflation and project delays…
Industry experts highlight the detrimental impact of lengthy legal battles on the construction sector.Prolonged lawsuits are significantly diminishing the contractual value within the industry.Conflict Avoidance Coalition calls for early issue…
In a recent turn of events, nearly 33% of ISG's apprentices and graduate trainees have successfully secured new positions.ISG entered administration on 20th September, leading to efforts to retain trainees…
The collapse of ISG has cast a shadow over the construction industry, though recent data reveals a more nuanced picture.Despite ISG's failure, the latest data from Creditsafe highlights a decline…
The acquisition of Wykamol by Mapei marks a significant development in the construction industry, enhancing waterproofing solutions in the UK.Mapei, an Italian construction chemical manufacturer, has acquired Wykamol, a Burnley-based…
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