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Go ahead for major Leeds data centre
Developer Harworth and Microsoft have been given the green light for a hyperscale data centre at Skelton Grange in Leeds. To be built on a former power station …
Export orders drive increased production at British Steel
British Steel is increasing production after securing one of its largest ever export orders, a £70 million contract for port redevelopments in Nigeria. The …
Government agrees support for Port Talbot floating offshore wind hub
The UK Government and Associated British Ports (ABP) have agreed to develop infrastructure at Port Talbot for a floating offshore wind farm in the Celtic Sea, …
Contractor appointed for Sizewell C
Sizewell C nuclear power station has appointed McLaren Construction as its construction management partner in a three-year deal. Under the construction …
Work set to start on 12-storey Thurrock storage facility
Contractors are readying themselves to bid for a £30 million landmark 12-storey automated container storage facility at Thurrock, London Gateway. Known as …
Cinema complex to start Ashington regeneration scheme
Northumberland County Council has appointed Robertson Construction North East to deliver a five-screen cinema and leisure complex in Ashington. The landmark …
Steel up for Great Yarmouth college rebuild scheme
A steel signing event has been held at the East Coast College site in Great Yarmouth to celebrate the completion of the steelwork installation. Main contractor …
Two-storey leisure centre will provide much-needed facilities
Willmott Dixon has started construction on a new leisure centre and healthcare hub at Bransbury Park in Portsmouth, delivering modern swimming, fitness and …
Work starts on new teaching block for Birchington school
Morgan Sindall Construction’s Southern Home Counties business has commenced work on a new teaching block at Birchington Church of England Primary School in …
President’s Column: May 2026
A burning issue It has been a busy few months with much going on that could adversely impact our industry and requiring comment from the BCSA. At the same …
