Daily News: 12/05/2026
Pagabo has opened bidding for its £26bn developer-led framework, delivered with the Yorkshire Purchasing Organisation, covering major regeneration schemes and set to launch in October 2026. Construction Enquirer
Cardo has joined the delivery team for L&Q’s £3bn Major Works Investment Programme, supporting a 15-year upgrade plan, initially focusing on fire remediation from 2026/27. Construction Enquirer
Plans to deliver new council homes in north Powys have progressed with a contractor appointed for two social housing schemes in Welshpool and Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant, advancing local supply. Powys County Council
Tenants of Ferguslie Park Housing Association are set to benefit as CCG begins two planned maintenance contracts, supporting ongoing investment in existing homes and estate improvements. Scottish Housing News
Vistry Group has partnered with LiveWest to deliver 175 new homes at Roche in Cornwall, supporting continued affordable housing provision in the region. Meanwhile, Clark Contracts has started work on a £35.5m residential development for Falkirk Council, delivering 137 homes as part of its housing programme. In a parallel update, Clark Contracts has also commenced construction on the same £35.5m Denny housing development for Falkirk Council, reinforcing delivery of new homes in the area. Vistry Group Plc, Project Scotland, and Scottish Housing News
London building and fit-out contractor Curo Construction has ceased trading, with more than 100 staff affected after the business reportedly exhausted all options to remain operational. Construction Enquirer
North Devon’s social housing waiting list has exceeded 2,300 households, with reforms to the Right to Buy scheme including reduced discounts and extended eligibility aimed at easing pressure on stock. North Devon Today
Plans have been revealed for around 600 new homes on farmland between Reading and Wokingham, signalling continued suburban expansion in the region. In another scheme, a 432-home development on a former office site has been recommended for approval despite concerns over limited affordable housing provision. In Scotland, proposals for around 300 homes in Forfar has moved forward as Muir Homes and Scotia Homes bring forward plans for the Westfield site. Meanwhile, Persimmon has launched consultation on up to 200 homes on green belt land at Blackshots in Greys, advancing early engagement on the scheme. In the South West, formal plans have been submitted for 175 homes on a greenfield site near Brixham, attracting local scrutiny due to its sensitive location. Finally, redevelopment proposals for the former Dennistoun cigarette factory could deliver around 129 homes through conversion of the listed City Park complex. Bracknell News, BBC, Scottish Housing News, Thurrock Nub News, Kingsbridge & Salcombe Gazette, and Scottish Housing News