Daily News: 07/04/2026
The South East Consortium has launched procurement for a refreshed Capital Works Framework, covering a wide range of planned refurbishment works across eight lots to help housing providers access high-quality contractors. The framework will replace the current Internal & External Building Works model from 2027. South East Consortium
CCG Group is delivering a PVCu window replacement programme for Calvay Housing Association in Glasgow, supporting upgrades to existing housing stock. Scottish Housing News
Bouygues UK has signed a contract for the second phase of the Tustin Estate regeneration in southeast London, delivering 284 homes for Southwark Council in partnership with residents. Construction News (register)
Demolition of two high-rise flat blocks in Leeds could begin in June following the appointment of a contractor, according to a council report. BBC
Bolton at Home has rebranded as Be One Homes, marking a renewed focus on delivering improved homes, services and customer experience. Be One Homes
Richard Parker, Mayor of the West Midlands, has set out his position on planned local government reorganisation, which could see Warwickshire’s six councils abolished by April 2028. Express & Star
The latest BMBI report shows that in January 2026 like-for-like value sales fell 2.6% year-on-year, with volumes down 7.2% while prices rose 5.0%, indicating continued pressure on trade activity despite inflation-driven price growth. In contrast, the PHMI recorded a 3.0% rise in like-for-like value sales, although volumes declined 2.8% as prices increased 6.0%, suggesting resilience in parts of the specialist merchant sector despite broader cost pressures. Builders Merchant Building Index, Plumbing & Heating Merchant Index
A government-approved scheme for 1,700 homes has been cleared following a public inquiry despite environmental objections. In Tolworth, plans for 1,176 homes at Signal Park have been approved despite local concerns, while Berkeley Group is progressing more than 1,000 homes at Sutton Garden Square in London. In Bristol, the £350m Temple Island scheme led by Legal & General has been approved for 520 homes. Elsewhere, proposals include 350 homes and a supermarket in Nottinghamshire, 255 homes across Cornwall, 167 homes in Castleward with 30% affordable housing, a 135-home scheme in Leicestershire progressing amid safety and traffic concerns, and a 126-home scheme in Hookwood despite flooding concerns. BBC, South London Community Matter, Construction Enquirer, Construction Enquirer, BBC, Cornwall Live, BBC, Leicester Mercury, and Surrey Live