Andy Jowett

Manchester

Editor at Planning and Building Control Today

Freelance Journalist at Freelance

Managing editor @PBC_Today, BIM Today & @DigitalConToday. Tweeting news, opinions & features on planning, BIM and construction.

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Articles

Why payment practices in construction are a big threat to the “Get Britain Building” boom

2 weeks ago | pbctoday.co.uk | Andy Jowett

The government’s commitment to “Get Britain Building” is welcome, but realising the economic benefits on offer means getting to grips with the poor payment practices that plague the construction industry, argues Louise Stewart, CEO and founder of ProjectPay The UK construction industry cautiously welcomed the chancellor’s recent Spring Statement announcement of a government skills package worth £600m to train 60,000 workers to build homes, as well as an additional investment of £2bn in social...
The grey belt: A golden opportunity?

3 weeks ago | pbctoday.co.uk | Andy Jowett

The government’s plan to make it easier to build on green belt is likely to have limited impact on housebuilding in the short term, writes Joe Ridgeon of Hedley PlanningUnder changes introduced by Labour shortly after the election, lower quality green belt land will be designated so called “grey belt” and released for construction as the government seeks to build 1.5m homes by 2029 to help tackle the chronic housing shortage.
A digital strategy for UK commercial real estate

4 weeks ago | pbctoday.co.uk | Andy Jowett

The government wants to digitise the property market – but commercial real estate also needs a digitisation strategy, argues Andrew Lloyd, manging director of Search AcumenThe UK’s commercial real estate market, second only to Germany in Europe, is a vital component of our nation’s economy. But as many readers will be familiar, there are multiple and significant procedural and systemic challenges that often lead to inefficiencies and delays in the sector.
The Information Management Initiative: Why you should sign up

1 month ago | pbctoday.co.uk | Andy Jowett

Better information management will help organisations deliver better whole-life outcomes while improving productivity, cutting costs and saving time, writes Paul Wilkinson, vice-chair of nimaIt is over 15 years since the government set out its Building Information Modelling (BIM) vision, and nearly a decade since BIM adoption was mandated across construction projects procured by central government departments.
Data is the driving force for future sustainability

1 month ago | pbctoday.co.uk | Andy Jowett

Having the right data at the planning and design stages of a project is crucial to reducing carbon emissions and achieving net zero, writes Dr Lee Jones, head of sustainability at HubexoAs the construction industry faces growing pressure to reduce its environmental impact, it’s no longer enough to simply build. Today’s professionals must prioritise sustainable materials, adopt cutting-edge techniques and demand full transparency from manufacturers about the carbon impact of their products.
Ensuring a Golden Thread of installation quality for fire protection

1 month ago | pbctoday.co.uk | Andy Jowett

Leeds Beckett University and ARC are collaborating on a pioneering Knowledge Transfer Partnership that combines digital technology and AI to create a Golden Thread of quality assurance for fire prevention product installationsMaintaining a precise, reliable record of building safety measures is vital for regulatory compliance in the UK’s built environment.
Building maintenance backlog: How retrospective digitisation can transform the crisis

1 month ago | pbctoday.co.uk | Andy Jowett

A recent National Audit Office (NAO) report paints a stark picture as to how the UK government deals with a staggering building maintenance backlog exceeding £49bn, primarily concentrated in Ministry of Defence properties, schools and NHS buildings. This raises a critical question, writes Ryan Donoghue of AJ Digital, how can we effectively address this challenge and ensure the longevity and functionality of these vital public assets?
Building smarter: How the BridgeAI programme is reshaping construction

1 month ago | pbctoday.co.uk | Andy Jowett

AI has the potential to revolutionise UK construction at a time when the sector faces significant challenges. Sarah Addezio, senior innovation partner at Digital Catapult, discusses the BridgeAI programme, which is helping the industry to embrace innovation and accelerate adoptionThe UK’s construction output is set to , driven by the sector’s role in strengthening the country’s infrastructure and availability of affordable housing.
Digital transformation: Neuro-inclusion with BIM4Water

1 month ago | pbctoday.co.uk | Andy Jowett

Clare Taylor, chair of BIM4Water and head of digital delivery at MWH Treatment, looks at the impact of digitalisation on people and new research being co-created with the Centre for People-Led Digitalisation around digital technologies as an enabler of neuro-inclusionWithin the water sector, new technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), new age infrastructure, autonomous catchments and digital interventions are becoming a reality, bringing numerous benefits.
Getting to grips with waste management in the construction industry

1 month ago | pbctoday.co.uk | Andy Jowett

Jane Goddard, managing director of building performance services and deputy CEO at BRE, outlines why waste management in the construction industry must evolve to meet the UK’s economic and environmental goalsThe growing importance of construction to the UK is undeniable. With the government pledging to deliver the highest sustained growth in the G7 and build 1.5m homes, the industry will be at the heart of the country’s economic expansion.