New Barratt Redrow chief to start in September

Dean Banks was previously in charge of Balfour Beatty’s UK construction business

Monthly construction insolvencies fall by nearly a third

Construction business insolvencies in England and Wales fell by nearly a third in May 2026, according to the latest monthly Insolvency Service (IS) figures. Data released this morning shows 281 construction firms collapsed last month. This marks a 30 per cent month-on-month decrease compared with… The post Monthly construction insolvencies fall by nearly a third appeared first on Construction News.

Ardmore’s construction business goes into administration

Company says decision follows High Court ruling last month over Portsmouth residential scheme

How Construction Companies Can Generate More Leads Online in 2026

The post How Construction Companies Can Generate More Leads Online in 2026 appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Finding new clients consistently is one of the biggest challenges for any construction business. While referrals can still bring in work, they often aren’t enough to support long-term growth. Today, most people start their search for contractors online, making a strong digital presence more important than ever.  Effective construction lead generation helps your business reach […]

Ferrovial appoints new UK and Ireland construction boss

Ferrovial has appointed former Bechtel executive Alastair Dick as managing director of its construction business in the UK and Ireland. Dick took up the role on 1 June and is responsible for the strategic direction and performance of Ferrovial Construction’s operations across the two countries.… The post Ferrovial appoints new UK and Ireland construction boss appeared first on Construction News.