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BSR backlog swells as new build approvals run to 36 weeks

Construction Enquirer

The scale of delays plaguing the Building Safety Regulator’s gateway approval process has been laid bare in the first set of published official figures. The figures, covering activity from late 2023 to early 2025, show 2,108 total applications submitted, but just 338 have received approval.

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Construction restarts on $2.1B Portland water plant

Construction Dive

Published July 1, 2025 Julie Strupp Senior Editor post share post print email license Construction progress as of March 2025 on the Bull Run Filtration Project in Multnomah County, Ore. Portland water plant The Bull Run Filtration Project has been paused since February due to a legal fight with area residents.

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5 Key Questions to Ask When Hiring a Construction H&S Consultant in 2025

Construction Placements

5 Key Questions to Ask When Hiring a Construction H&S Consultant in 2025 Choosing the right construction H&S consultant is crucial for safety and compliance. Discover the 5 key questions to ask in 2025 to make an informed decision.

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Record low accident rates among NASC contractors

Construction Enquirer

The National Access & Scaffolding Confederation (NASC) has released its annual Safety Report showing the lowest rates of accidents among NASC contractor members since records began – indisputably proving that audited, regulated, NASC membership leads to safe scaffolding and access operations.

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How to Secure Your Construction Site in 2025: A Comprehensive Guide

Maltaward

As we move into 2025, the importance of robust security measures has only increased. Construction site security encompasses a range of measures, products and services designed to protect assets, ensure worker health and safety, and maintain project integrity. Legal compliance : Meeting insurance requirements and local regulations.

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Navigating the UK’s 2025 Building Regs: What Contractors Need to Know

UK Construction Blog

The post Navigating the UKs 2025 Building Regs: What Contractors Need to Know appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Key Points The 2025 UK Building Regulations, under the Future Homes Standard, aim to reduce carbon emissions from new homes by 75-80% compared to 2013 standards, focusing on energy efficiency and low-carbon heating.

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Optimizing Construction Workforce Management in 2025: Strategies to Attract, Retain, and Empower Skilled Talent

Construction Marketing

In 2025, demand for skilled labor remains high, but the pipeline of qualified talent is still throttled by aging demographics, weak vocational training investment, and fierce competition from other industries. Because in 2025, workforce management isnt a background processits the foundation of performance.