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A new chapter for healthcare in the West Country
A new chapter for healthcare in the West Country

The New Hospital Programme’s Hospital 2.0 Alliance has moved from procurement into delivery. Graham Dundas, Chief Executive Officer, on what that means for Cornwall and the way this country builds.
Stage 0: where this new hospital really gets going
Stage 0: where this new hospital really gets going

Eleven Wave 1 schemes have entered contract. Anastasia Chrysafi, National Healthcare Lead and our lead for the Hospital 2.0 Alliance, explains what that milestone starts, and what happens next in Truro.
The Defence Investment Plan sets a direction - the Recapitalisation Plan must provide detail
The Defence Investment Plan sets a direction - the Recapitalisation Plan must provide detail

The DIP is a great step forward, says Keith Yarham, but the ten-year infrastructure Recapitalisation Plan promised by the Strategic Defence Review is what will allow industry to shape itself to deliver.
Data-led placemaking for lasting social value
Data-led placemaking for lasting social value

Marika Lawrence, Regional Head of Land and Development (Midlands) at Willmott Dixon Developments, reflects on a workshop at UKREiiF 2026 exploring how data can support regeneration, strengthen community engagement and help deliver better outcomes for local people.

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T Levels: More Than a Placement
T Levels: More Than a Placement

SARAH FRASER

As students receive their T Level results, Sarah Fraser explores how employers and colleges can help build the construction workforce of the future.
Stage 0: where this new hospital really gets going
Stage 0: where this new hospital really gets going

Anastasia Chrysafi

Eleven Wave 1 schemes have entered contract. Anastasia Chrysafi, National Healthcare Lead and our lead for the Hospital 2.0 Alliance, explains what that milestone starts, and what happens next in Truro.
A new chapter for healthcare in the West Country
A new chapter for healthcare in the West Country

Graham Dundas

The New Hospital Programme’s Hospital 2.0 Alliance has moved from procurement into delivery. Graham Dundas, Chief Executive Officer, on what that means for Cornwall and the way this country builds.
Shaping the future: Delivering the UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard
Shaping the future: Delivering the UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard

Francesca Wilkinson

Francesca Wilkinson, Senior Sustainability Manager at Willmott Dixon, reflects on the new Standard and what it could mean for customers and the industry.
The Defence Investment Plan sets a direction - the Recapitalisation Plan must provide detail
The Defence Investment Plan sets a direction - the Recapitalisation Plan must provide detail

Keith Yarham

The DIP is a great step forward, says Keith Yarham, but the ten-year infrastructure Recapitalisation Plan promised by the Strategic Defence Review is what will allow industry to shape itself to deliver.
Data-led placemaking for lasting social value
Data-led placemaking for lasting social value

Marika Lawrence

Marika Lawrence, Regional Head of Land and Development (Midlands) at Willmott Dixon Developments, reflects on a workshop at UKREiiF 2026 exploring how data can support regeneration, strengthen community engagement and help deliver better outcomes for local people.
Refurbish, Reposition or Replace?
Refurbish, Reposition or Replace?

Adam Worrall

Adam Worrall, Managing Director of Willmott Dixon Interiors, reflects on UKREiiF 2026 and the decisions shaping the future of the UK office
Unlocking student living: funding models to support future growth 
Unlocking student living: funding models to support future growth 

Matthew Knight

Matthew Knight, National Head of Land & Development at Willmott Dixon Developments, reflects on a UKREiiF 2026 panel exploring how universities and their partners can use innovative funding models to expand student accommodation while navigating growing financial pressures.
Jo Charles: Future-Ready Buildings Must Use Less and Withstand More
Jo Charles: Future-Ready Buildings Must Use Less and Withstand More

Jo Charles

Why lower-energy, climate-resilient buildings are now essential to long-term value, performance and affordability.
Sarah Fraser: Building growth means building opportunity
Sarah Fraser: Building growth means building opportunity

Sarah Fraser

Why technical education, apprenticeships and public procurement need to be joined up, practical and shared.

Quincy Acquah: From Royal Engineers to Building Manager
Quincy Acquah: From Royal Engineers to Building Manager

Quincy Acquah

We speak with Quincy Acquah, Building Manager and former Warrant Officer Class 1 in the Royal Engineers, to hear about his transition into construction
Defence estates – from strategy to delivery
Defence estates – from strategy to delivery

Keith Yarham

As investment in defence infrastructure grows, so too does the conversation. Our sector lead for defence, Keith Yarham, talks about what this means and what role construction can play.
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