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Environment Bank, the UK’s leading specialist in biodiversity gains, has unveiled the Melbourne and Weston-on-Trent Habitat Bank in Derbyshire.
Sheffield City Council has appointed Willmott Dixon to construct the £40 million Uriah Rennie Leisure Centre, set to replace the existing Springs Leisure Centre.
Willmott Dixon has secured the contract from Kirklees Council to oversee a major refurbishment of Huddersfield Open Market, a Grade II* Listed building.
Stories Flooring Launches Lusso Coastal and Harbour Vinyl Tile Collections Inspired by British Shores
Stories Flooring, an independent retailer, has introduced two new luxury vinyl tile collections for the autumn-winter 2026 season, drawing inspiration from the British coastline.
Dorset Cottage Holidays Supports VisitEngland’s Campaign to Boost Coastal Tourism
Dorset Cottage Holidays, a family-run holiday letting company based in Corfe Castle, has expressed support for VisitEngland’s latest national initiative aimed at encouraging more people to book coastal holidays this autumn and into 2027.
North Wales Entrepreneur Expands Business Footprint Fourfold with Combined Renewable Energy and Leisure Venture
In a significant development in St Asaph, Gareth Jones has consolidated two acclaimed North Wales businesses, Carbon Zero Renewables and UK Leisure Living, into a single 24,000 sq ft facility at Caer Delyn Buildings on Glascoed Road.
The Fairfax Relaunched as Premium Grade A Office Space in Bristol City Centre
Hartnell Taylor Cook, in partnership with JLL, has relaunched The Fairfax, introducing additional premium, fully fitted Grade A office spaces in central Bristol.
Bristol’s Housing Crisis Threatens Economic Growth, Warns Placemaking Expert
Bristol’s escalating housing costs are increasingly jeopardising the city’s ability to attract and retain skilled workers, posing a significant threat to its economic development, according to regional placemaking leaders.
Porcelain Superstore Launches Fez Ruby and Fez Earth Tiles Inspired by Moroccan Zellige
Porcelain Superstore has introduced two new tile designs, Fez Ruby and Fez Earth, for the Autumn/Winter 2026 season, drawing inspiration from traditional Moroccan zellige craftsmanship.
The Hill Group’s SoloHaus Modular Homes to Feature on Channel 4’s Amazing Spaces with George Clarke
The innovative SoloHaus modular homes developed by award-winning housebuilder The Hill Group will be showcased in the 2026 series of Channel 4’s Amazing Spaces with George Clarke.
Black Country Construction Sector Encouraged to Capitalise on £19bn Regeneration Pipeline
Construction companies in the Black Country are being urged to capitalise on a £19 billion regeneration pipeline within the region.
Major milestone as base build complete for key Atom Valley site
A major milestone has been reached for Atom Valley with completion of the base build of the Sustainable Materials & Manufacturing Centre (SMMC) at Kingsway Business Park in Rochdale, which is set to become a nationally significant gateway driving the…
Staffordshire Tourism & Hospitality Summit Set to Return in January 2027
The Staffordshire Tourism & Hospitality Summit is scheduled to take place once again on Thursday 28 January 2027 at the bet365 Stadium, the home ground of Stoke City Football Club.