Daily News: 06/05/2026
NHS Shared Business Services is launching its second-generation £750m construction framework, with a bidders briefing planned, covering construction, refurbishment, demolition and civil engineering works for NHS trusts, local authorities, housing providers and wider public sector bodies. Construction Enquirer
Efficiency East Midlands has opened applications for its renewed Scaffolding Framework (EEM0051), covering Midlands and national provision across two lots for the supply of scaffolding services. Efficiency East Midlands
Be One Homes has secured a £75m loan to support investment in existing homes and deliver around 300 new homes, contributing to its target of 750 homes over the next three years. Be One Homes
Caledonia Housing Association is investing £65 million to deliver new homes across Tayside, aimed at providing high-quality, sustainable housing and strengthening local communities. Caledonia Housing Association
Almost 1,500 affordable homes were completed in the last financial year by Edinburgh City Council and its housing association partners, exceeding the city’s affordable housing target. Edinburgh City Council
Perega has been appointed to deliver the civil and structural engineering strategy for Taylor Wimpey’s major residential development in the Horsham and Crawley region. Perega
Work has started on the next phase of a West Cumbrian residential development being delivered by Story Homes. Cumbria Crack
VINCI Construction has acquired ION Property Group for an undisclosed sum, with the deal set to merge ION with VINCI’s UK development business. Place North West
Residents of Westfield Court in Edinburgh say they are “unable to sleep” amid uncertainty after the council confirmed it is considering demolition of the building. STV News
The Construction Products Association’s Spring Forecast indicates that UK construction activity is expected to contract by 2.5% in 2026, reflecting continued market pressure across the sector. Construction Products Association
The Home Builders Federation Viability Crunch report defines residential development viability as whether housing sales revenue covers all costs-land, construction, finance, and regulation-while still delivering acceptable returns for developers and landowners in UK housing development. Home Builders Federation
Building Safety Regulator data shows that in the 12-week period to 1 May 2026, 33 Innovation Unit applications were determined and 63 new applications were received, with total approvals reaching 33 since the dataset began. GOV.UK
UK annual house price growth accelerated to 3.0% in April 2026, up from 2.2% in March, according to the Nationwide House Price Index, indicating a modest strengthening in the housing market. Nationwide
Planning proposals include 800 homes in Burnham, facing opposition over traffic and infrastructure impact. A 330-home scheme at Salph End is under review by Bedford Borough Council, while 250 Green Belt homes in Warwickshire and 140+ homes near Helensburgh Golf Course progress through UK housing planning applications. Slough Express, Warwickshire World, Slough Express, and Helensburgh Advertiser