Opinion – Page 127

  • Sarah
    Comment

    EU referendum: The great unknown

    2016-02-25T06:00:00Z

    The noise from Westminster on the decision dubbed “one of the biggest in our lifetimes” by Cameron has only built as the week has gone on

  • Sadie Morgan
    Comment

    UK infrastructure: Thinking big

    2016-02-24T12:50:00Z

    What’s required to make the UK’s infrastructure fit for the 21st century? It’s important that imagination is at the heart of our thinking

  • EU flags
    Comment

    Online poll: Brexit

    2016-02-24T11:30:00Z

    Would it be better for the UK construction industry for Britain to remain in the EU or leave? Vote here

  • Caroline Paradise
    Comment

    Wellbeing: Feeling good

    2016-02-23T15:09:00Z

    Wellbeing should be at the heart of building design but other aspects of sustainability may have diverted attention away from the health impacts

  • Sarah
    Comment

    A client for London

    2016-02-19T06:00:00Z

    TfL’s launch of a 300-acre development programme will promote a significant amount of investment in the built environment at a time when it is desperately needed

  • Barny Evans
    Comment

    Renewables: Great expectations?

    2016-02-19T18:20:00Z

    2015 seemed like a bad year for renewables – but was it? And what can we expect in 2016?

  • Nick Cullen
    Comment

    Who turned out the lights?

    2016-02-19T17:50:00Z

    As the margin between electricity supply and demand decreases in the UK, the risk of blackouts is increasing

  • Hank Dittmar
    Comment

    Older Londoners deserve a better city

    2016-02-19T07:30:00Z

    The next mayor must help build a city that meets older Londoners’ needs

  • Hansom HT
    Comment

    Hansom: Blowin’ in the wind

    2016-02-19T06:00:00Z

    This week’s plots involve a housing scheme with a bat-birthing ward, comforting figures for the chancellor, a trip to virtual reality and some good work for charity. Plus, a change in wind direction is on the cards

  • Michael Dall
    Comment

    In better shape than 2008?

    2016-02-18T13:25:00Z

    If domestic expenditure slows, is the UK economy in better shape to cope than it was in 2008?

  • Simon Rawlinson
    Comment

    Construction’s best kept secret?

    2016-02-17T10:59:00Z

     Construction businesses are creating great opportunities for young people – but the news isn’t always getting out

  • Lightbulb
    Comment

    Online poll: Energy supply

    2016-02-17T10:30:00Z

    Should we be concerned about the security of the UK’s energy supply, given recent delays to energy infrastructure projects? Vote here

  • Sarah
    Comment

    Hinkley on hold

    2016-02-12T06:00:00Z

    Will next Tuesday be the day EDF finally gives the go-ahead to a new nuclear power plant at Hinkley Point C?

  • Hansom HT
    Comment

    Hansom: Life in the big cities

    2016-02-12T06:00:00Z

    New York eyes up a new tram system, Sir Terry Farrell gets the run of Newcastle, some old plasterwork is found in London and Time Out features a brilliant front cover. Plus, Richard Steer narrowly avoids a dress clash

  • Andrew Warren
    Comment

    The DEC decision

    2016-02-11T12:30:00Z

    The government should strengthen, not abandon, the Display Energy Certificate system

  • Mark Leftly
    Comment

    Prison building: The story of redemption

    2016-02-11T06:00:00Z

    Is Michael Gove right to focus on prisoner rehabilitation rather than punishment in his prison building programme?

  • Hinkely Point C
    Comment

    Online poll: Hinkley

    2016-02-10T10:30:00Z

    Will Hinkley Point C finally get the go ahead? Vote here

  • John Stapleton
    Comment

    Sticking up for red tape

    2016-02-10T06:00:00Z

    The government’s promise to remove ‘red tape’ to help housebuilders could wipe out effective standards

  • Jack Pringle
    Comment

    Gold Medal for the diva

    2016-02-08T13:08:00Z

    With a portfolio that pushes the limits of what is possible, Zaha Hadid proves being relentlessly demanding pays off

  • Sarah
    Comment

    Modern times

    2016-02-05T06:00:00Z

    Will Westminster finally help address construction’s skills shortfall?