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Last Updated: 08/04/2026
You’re invited to the next webinar in our series,
Construction benchmarking in uncertain times.
What to expect:
In periods of heightened uncertainty, construction professionals have to make decisions based on data that may not yet reflect current market conditions. While recent geopolitical developments have brought renewed focus to cost and supply pressures, volatility has become a more persistent feature of the market in recent years.
This webinar explores how benchmarking can be applied in practice when cost and pricing movement is less predictable and traditional reference points are under pressure. Drawing on the latest BCIS data and insight, our panel will examine current input cost and tendering trends, how these compare with previous periods of disruption, and what this means for the reliability and interpretation of benchmark data.
The session will focus on practical approaches to benchmarking across the project life cycle, including investment, procurement and tendering decisions, as well as early-stage cost planning and client advice. It will consider how to work with recent and historic data, how to account for increased variability, and how to communicate uncertainty clearly and effectively, supporting more informed decision making and helping to manage risk in an environment where conditions can shift quickly and unpredictably.
Date: Thursday 30 April
Time: 11am
Last Updated: 07/04/2026
Welcome to the BCIS newsletter, where we bring you the latest news and insights from across the built environment.
Ongoing conflict in the Middle East has sustained volatility in oil and gas markets, with early signs of higher energy, transport and materials costs feeding into construction pricing and prompting calls for collaborative working across the industry.
These international pressures come alongside a series of domestic developments, including the long-awaited publication of the Future Homes and Buildings Standards, planned reforms to tackle late payments, and announcements on the government’s Steel Strategy and roads investment, all of which are shaping the near-term outlook for activity and pipelines.
These international pressures come alongside a series of domestic developments, including the long-awaited publication of the Future Homes and Buildings Standards, planned reforms to tackle late payments, and announcements on the government’s Steel Strategy and roads investment, all of which are shaping the near-term outlook for activity and pipelines.
Our latest five-year forecasts and analysis reflect how these pressures are influencing input costs, tender prices and output expectations. We’ll also be exploring how to navigate this environment in more detail in our webinar on Thursday 30 April, focusing on benchmarking in uncertain times. The panel will answer pre-submitted questions and take part in a live Q&A, and you can register for it here.
In the meantime, you can stay up to date by visiting bcis.co.uk and following us on LinkedIn
Latest Forecasts
BCIS produces five-year construction industry forecasts, covering projected input costs, tender prices and output, and examining the latest construction market trends. The full briefings are available to subscribers, but each quarter we share highlights from the forecasts.
BCIS building forecast. Reflecting our view of new work output against the backdrop of materials and labour costs, and the wider economic background and market conditions…Read More
BCIS infrastructure forecast. Indicators at the start of the quarter pointed to strengthening momentum, but increased volatility in energy and commodity prices could slow the pace of infrastructure growth… Read More
BCIS facilities management forecast. While repair and maintenance output is expected to grow, pressure on labour costs and uncertainty around energy prices means organisations need to keep a close focus on cost control… Read More
Latest Insights
Are UK construction materials suppliers positioned to weather further volatility? BCIS chief economist Dr David Crosthwaite examines UK construction materials and products supplier resilience… Read More
Common causes of underinsurance in property cover. As BCIS executive director Rich MacLean explains, underinsurance is rarely the result of a single issue… Read More
Are higher construction materials prices new normal? BCIS chief economist Dr David Crosthwaite explores recent data trends and assesses whether construction materials prices have really stabilised… Read More
A risk perception problem, not just a data problem, Exploring the significant but often hidden role that risk perception plays in buildings underinsurance… Read More
Latest News
Future Homes and Buildings Standards represent ‘vital yet ambitious’ opportunity. BCIS welcomes publication of the Future Homes and Buildings Standards, but highlights the need for careful implementation… Read More
Government targets late payments with sweeping reforms to support SMEs. The government has announced new enforcement powers, a cap on payment terms and proposals to alter retention practices in construction… Read More
Housing measures unveiled as geopolitical uncertainty deepens demand challenges. BCIS chief economist Dr David Crosthwaite reacts to emergency measures intended to speed up housing delivery… Read More
Major roads investment increases pipeline visibility for infrastructure sector. The government’s £27 billion commitment to reinforcing England’s road network is a clear signal for the infrastructure sector over the next five years… Read More
Steel Strategy sets direction on imports, but risks remain. The government’s Steel Strategy provides some welcome clarity for the UK steel industry, but ongoing geopolitical instability could limit its impact… Read More
BCIS commends cross-industry building standard as ‘milestone’ for emissions reduction. The launch of the UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard sets criteria for aligning new and existing buildings with net zero objectives… Read More
House price growth maintains steady momentum. House prices rose in the 12 months to February 2026, according to both Halifax and Nationwide’s indices… Read More
Webinar on demand – Construction outlook: what’s next for the industry?
Our latest construction outlook webinar reviewed current industry conditions and the wider economic and political backdrop, alongside emerging supply chain risks from Middle East tensions, including potential impacts on energy, freight and materials costs.
Last Updated: 25/03/2026
Welcome to the BCIS newsletter, where we bring you the latest news and insights from across the built environment.
While the latest official construction data, largely reflecting activity prior to US and Israel airstrikes on Iran at the end of February, show modest movement, the wider economic backdrop continues to shift. Developments in financial markets, alongside ongoing geopolitical uncertainty, are shaping the conditions that will influence construction activity, costs and investment decisions in the months ahead.
Early signs of this are emerging in industry reporting. Recent full-year results from major housebuilders have begun to highlight the potential implications of instability in the Middle East, particularly in relation to energy prices and wider input cost pressures.
Our latest updates bring together the most recent indicators across the economy and construction sector, alongside BCIS insight to help interpret what they mean in practice. The latest price movements will also be discussed in our next Construction Outlook webinar on Thursday (26 March), for which registration is open here. Our chief economist, Dr David Crosthwaite, will be taking your pre-submitted and live questions. In the meantime, you can stay up to date by visiting bcis.co.uk and following us on LinkedIn.
Latest cost and pricing movement
BCIS tender price index – estimate of tender price inflation. The BCIS TPI Panel reported that tender prices in the UK increased by 0.7% between 4Q2025 and 1Q2026… Read More
Latest civil engineering tender price movement. Civil engineering tender prices rose by 1% between 4Q2025 and 1Q2026, according to the BCIS Civil Engineering TPI Panel… Read More
Movement in tender prices in Scotland. Building tender prices in Scotland rose by an average of 0.85% according to the BCIS Scottish Tender Price Assessment Panel… Read More
Average weekly earnings in the construction industry. According to the Office for National Statistics, construction wages increased by 0.1% in the year to January 2026… Read More
Movement in contractors’ construction costs in Scotland. Construction input costs in Scotland increased by an average of 4.25% in the 12 months to January 2026… Read More
Annual movement in building maintenance prices. Estimating rates in the BCIS Building Maintenance Price Database saw greater inflation in the year to January 2026 than in the previous year… Read More
Annual movement in painting and decorating prices. Estimating rates in the BCIS Painting and Decorating Prices dataset increased by over 4% in the 12 months to January 2026… Read More
Economic signals
Bank of England’s latest decision on base rate. The Monetary Policy Committee voted to maintain Bank Rate at 3.75% as rising uncertainty around inflation, linked to higher energy prices, pushed back expectations of monetary easing… Read More
Latest economic forecasts. Independent forecasts received by HM Treasury in March put average GDP growth at 0.9% in 2026, reflecting the potential impact of ongoing tensions in the Middle East… Read More
Latest construction firm insolvency figures. New data from The Insolvency Service show there were 277 construction insolvencies in January 2026, a reduction in comparison to figures reported in January 2025… Read More
Latest market activity
Government’s progress towards 1.5 million new homes. New figures showing England’s housing supply since Labour came to power indicate the government still has major inroads to make if it is to even come close to its new homes target… Read More
Latest construction output figures. Monthly construction output increased by 0.2% in January 2026, according to the latest data from the Office for National Statistics… Read More
Full-year reports spotlight housebuilding resilience as energy price risks hold. Housebuilding was broadly stable in 2025 but the sector remains vulnerable to economic headwinds, according to full-year reports from multiple developers and construction product manufacturers… Read More
Last Updated: 13/03/2026
Welcome to the BCIS newsletter, where we bring you the latest news and insights from across the built environment.
Recent geopolitical developments have introduced a new layer of uncertainty for the construction sector. Following the escalation of conflict in Iran, global markets have reacted sharply, with oil prices rising to levels not seen for several years and wider commodity markets showing signs of volatility. For construction professionals, the key question is how, and how quickly, these pressures might feed through into project costs, supply chains and investment decisions.
At this stage, the full implications remain unclear. While energy prices are an important driver of construction costs, the industry also enters this period with more resilient supply chains following the disruptions of recent years. Our team has been assessing what the latest developments could mean for construction and the indicators professionals should be watching.
The latest price movements will also be discussed in our next Construction Outlook webinar on Thursday 26 March, for which registration is open here. In the meantime, you can stay up to date by visiting bcis.co.uk and following us on LinkedIn.
Latest News
Crude oil: an early indicator of construction cost pressures. While some price movements reflect short-term reactions to political announcements, others may signal risks to global supply… Read More
Latest movement in the private housing construction price index. Annual housebuilding cost inflation stood at 2% in 4Q2025, with housebuilders reporting increased materials and subcontractor costs among the drivers… Read More
NISTA’s Infrastructure Pipeline update lands as oil prices hit four-year high. An update to the Infrastructure Pipeline moves it closer to providing necessary visibility, but it remains a work in progress… Read More
Latest construction activity from firms survey. UK construction activity declined for the fourteenth consecutive month in February, according to the latest S&P Global UK Construction Purchasing Managers’ Index… Read More
Spring Statement 2026: growth forecasts tempered by inflation risk for construction. BCIS data services director Karl Horton assesses the contents of the Chancellor’s Spring Statement in light of escalating conflict in the Middle East… Read More
Latest building materials and components statistics. Construction materials prices rose by an average 2% in the 12 months to January, according to the latest provisional data published by the Department for Business and Trade… Read More
Latest building control approval application data. New data has shown that 366 decisions were made on applications for building control approval by the Building Safety Regulator in the 12 weeks ending 25 February 2026… Read More
Latest UK housing starts and completions figures. New housing starts in the UK were down by 3.4% in 3Q2025 compared with the previous quarter, according to the latest provisional data from the Office for National Statistics… Read More
BCIS Basics
Are you using the right BCIS index? Choosing the right index is essential to ensure adjustments, benchmarking and contract mechanisms reflect what is actually happening in the market. Explore what BCIS indices represent and how to select the appropriate index for your purpose… Read More
An introduction to BCIS Price Adjustment Formulae Indices (PAFI). The BCIS Price Adjustment Formulae Indices provide a structured way to track inflationary pressures, enabling cost professionals, contractors, clients and other key stakeholders to stay on top of costs… Read More
Taking the labour out of labour calculations. How our range of indices and cost tools simplifies the process of calculating the cost of construction labour… Read More
Webinar on demand
Reinstatement costs in 2026: what insurance professionals need to know. BCIS brings together a panel of experts to explore how reinstatement costs are moving in 2026 and why perceptions of risk can have as much influence as the data itself. Watch Webinar
Last Updated: 04/03/2026
As a BCIS subscriber, you’re invited to the next webinar in our series, Construction outlook: what’s next for the industry?
What to expect:
In our quarterly Construction Outlook webinar, we examine the current state of the industry and the economic and political backdrop shaping the built environment, while looking ahead to the next 12 months and beyond.
We will present the latest industry data alongside BCIS’s updated five-year forecasts for input costs, tender prices and new work and repair and maintenance output.
This session will also assess the implications of the Spring Statement and the latest OBR forecasts for construction demand, public investment and financing conditions, alongside wider global developments affecting energy markets and supply chains.
Date: Thursday 26 March
Time: 11am
Last Updated: 26/02/2026
Welcome to the BCIS newsletter, where we bring you the latest news and insights from across the built environment.
With much of the official 2025 data covering construction activity now available, we’re able to look back at the year in greater detail, including the latest output estimates and confirmation that total new orders topped 2024 levels. Together with other data from BCIS, ONS and government departments, these provide a clearer picture of how activity and demand levels evolved over the past 12 months, and what that could mean for the year ahead.
With building insurance claim acceptance rates hitting the headlines after Which? submitted a super-complaint to the Financial Conduct Authority, and underinsurance a persistent problem for the sector, our next live webinar tomorrow (Thursday 26 February) will explore the key factors influencing reinstatement costs in 2026. There’s still time to register and submit your questions for the panel here.
You can stay up to date by visiting bcis.co.uk and following us on LinkedIn.
65 Years of BCIS
Strengthening cost standards through data sharing Digital adoption is rising in construction, but improved cost data sharing is key to stronger benchmarking, risk management and decision-making…Read More
Independent cost intelligence for a changing industry For 65 years, BCIS has delivered trusted cost intelligence, powering benchmarking and evidence-based decisions across construction and the wider built environment…Read More
One man’s 55-year career through cost and time Meet Joe Martin, BCIS’s longest-serving employee, and explore 55 years of cost modelling innovation from early computers to today’s digital intelligence…Read More
Latest News
Latest construction firm insolvency figures New data from The Insolvency Service show there were 266 construction insolvencies in December 2025 – the lowest monthly total in the last four years…Read More
Growth predictions for UK economy ease slightly BCIS chief economist Dr David Crosthwaite assesses the latest economic forecasts published by the Treasury and what they could mean for construction…Read More
Buildings insurance complaints highlight need for reliable data Buildings insurance was the eighth most complained about financial product or service between October and December, according to the latest Financial Ombudsman Service data…Read More
Latest construction workforce figures New employment data from the Office for National Statistics show that the UK construction workforce shrank by more than 300,000 between 2005 and 2025…Read More
Average weekly earnings in the construction industry Construction wage growth trailed the wider economy at the end of 2025, according to new data from the Office for National Statistics…Read More
Last Updated: 16/02/2026
Welcome to the BCIS newsletter, where we bring you the latest news and insights from across the built environment.
2026 marks 65 years since the Building Cost Information Service was established within the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). Set up in 1961 to enable the consistent exchange of cost information in elemental form, BCIS was founded on the principle that decision-makers need evidence they can trust, especially when conditions are uncertain. That principle continues to guide our work today.
Since becoming independent from RICS in June 2022, the size of the BCIS team has more than doubled, and we are accelerating investment in our data, systems and expertise to support growing demand for robust cost and carbon insight. You can read more about our 65th anniversary year, and how BCIS is evolving to meet the changing needs of the industry, via the link below. Alongside this milestone, we continue to share commentary on the economic forces shaping construction activity, including our analysis of the latest Bank of England vote on the base rate and the inflation and growth forecasts published by the Treasury.
Our next free webinar on 26 February will explore reinstatement costs in 2026, covering the key factors influencing rebuild valuations and the persistent problem of underinsurance. You can register for the live webinar and submit your questions for the panel here.
You can stay up to date by visiting bcis.co.uk and following us on LinkedIn
Latest News
Latest building materials and components statistics. Against a backdrop of continued weak demand and rising materials prices, our chief economist assesses the latest data published by the Department for Business and Trade… Read More
Progress on building control approvals. Almost 700 decisions were made on applications for building control approval by the Building Safety Regulator in the 12 weeks to January 2026… Read More
Construction outlook: poll of industry professionals. We polled more than 400 construction professionals, the majority cost consultants and surveyors, about their expectations for workload and costs over the next 12 months… Read More
Latest construction firm insolvency figures. New data from The Insolvency Service show there were nearly 300 construction insolvencies in November 2025 – a decrease on both the previous month and year…. Read More
Five-year Forecasts
BCIS building forecast. The latest update to our five-year construction industry forecast, covering projected input costs, tender prices and output, and examining market trends up to 4Q2030… Read More
BCIS infrastructure forecast. The latest civil engineering market report sets out BCIS’s expectations for the infrastructure sector over the next five years… Read More
BCIS facilities management forecast. The quarterly BCIS maintenance, cleaning and energy briefing includes expected building maintenance, cleaning and energy costs… Read More
Latest Insights
Key takeaways from the latest profit warnings report. Profit warnings from FTSE construction and materials firms in 2025 were almost three times those seen in the whole of 2024, according to the latest report from EY-Parthenon… Read More
Economic significance of maintenance report. BCIS has published the latest Economic Significance of Maintenance report, annually released to evaluate the value of the work carried out in the repair and maintenance sector… Read More
Construction’s procurement preferences – what’s trending in 2026? We explored construction procurement preferences in 2026, in light of the challenges and opportunities the sector faces… Read More
Is risk aversion rising in construction? Six years on from the onset of the pandemic, construction still faces considerable challenges. We examined the current scale of risk aversion in the supply chain… Read More
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Last Updated: 06/01/2026
The topic:
As we embark on a new year for the construction industry, our quarterly construction outlook webinar takes stock of where the market stands and what lies ahead.
We will assess the current state of the industry, examining the economic and political backdrop shaping the built environment as we ended 2025, before looking forward to the next 12 months and beyond.
The webinar will also cover the latest movements in construction costs, prices and output levels, alongside BCIS’s updated forecasts. These set out our expectations for input costs, tender prices, and new work and repair and maintenance output over the next five years.
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Date: Thursday 15 January Time: 11am
Last Updated: 16/12/2025
As a BCIS subscriber, you’re invited to the next webinar in our series, Construction outlook: what’s next for the industry?
What to expect:
In our quarterly construction outlook webinar, we assess the current state of the industry, examining the economic and political backdrop shaping the built environment, as well as looking forward to the next 12 months and beyond.
We also report on the latest movement in construction costs and prices and output levels, as well as presenting BCIS’s updated forecasts. These cover our expectations for input costs, tender prices and new work and repair and maintenance output over the next five years.
Save the date and sign up for free below.
Date: Thursday 15 January Time: 11am
Last Updated: 11/12/2025
Welcome to the BCIS newsletter, where we bring you the latest news and insights from across the built environment.
As the dust settles on the Chancellor’s Red Book for another year, our team of experts has been assessing the implications of all the government’s fiscal announcements, from increases to minimum and living wages to a decision not to proceed with proposed changes to landfill tax rates. We’ve included a selection of those reactions below, with full commentary available across our News and Insights pages.
Elsewhere in the sector, further data releases continue to point to suppressed demand levels, though there are glimmers of positivity, including progress by the Building Safety Regulator in reducing its applications backlog and signs of improving investor appetite for UK infrastructure projects. We also have the latest reports from our Scottish cost consultant and contractor tender price panels.
We’ll be back in the New Year with our latest five-year forecast data. Our chief economist will be sharing his view on the sector’s prospects for 2026 in our quarterly Construction Outlook webinar. Details on how to register are included below. In the meantime, you can stay up to date by visiting bcis.co.uk and following us on LinkedIn. From all of us at BCIS, we wish you a restful festive break and look forward to supporting your work in 2026.
Autumn Budget 2025
A bad day for business? With further increases to employment costs and little to move the dial on demand levels, we consider the implications for construction firms in 2026… Read More
Is the government’s 1.5 million new homes target any more likely now? We examine whether the government’s progress will gain traction amid ongoing structural pressures… Read More
Is 2026 shaping up to be infrastructure’s year? BCIS data services director Karl Horton assesses if rising investor sentiment and pipeline updates will help progress… Read More
Latest News
Movement in tender prices in Scotland. Building tender prices in Scotland rose by an average of 1% in 4Q2025 on the quarter, according to the BCIS Scottish Tender Price Assessment Panel…. Read More
Brick deliveries down on annual basis as stocks reach 15-month high. Brick stocks reached their highest level since June 2024 at the end of October, according to the latest data from the Department for Business and Trade… Read More
Survey suggests construction activity still in decline. The latest S&P Global UK Construction PMI update points to an eleventh consecutive month of declining construction activity… Read More
Movement in contractors’ construction costs in Scotland. Construction input costs in Scotland increased by an average of 1% on the quarter in 4Q2025, according to the BCIS Scottish Contractors Panel… Read More
Investors more positive about UK infrastructure, survey finds. Investor sentiment in UK infrastructure in 4Q2025 was the most positive it has been since 2023, according to the latest six-monthly pulse survey from the Global Infrastructure Investor Association… Read More
Building Safety Regulator makes dent in gateway 2 backlog. New data has shown that the Building Safety Regulator has made progress on its application backlog after almost halving legacy cases in 12 weeks… Read More
Webinar on Demand
BCIS webinar – The Autumn Budget and the Built Environment. Was the Chancellor’s 2025 Budget about stimulus or stability, or just about keeping backbenchers happy? We examined all the key fiscal announcements and their likely impact on the sector in the coming year… Watch Webinar
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Last Updated: 26/11/2025
Welcome to the BCIS newsletter where we bring you the latest news and insights from across the built environment.
Tomorrow’s Budget is just hours away and depending on its content, could bring relief or further strain for construction. We’re almost two thirds of the way through 2025’s final quarter and it’s clear the past few months have been a little touch and go for our sector; the right support from the Budget would be a much-needed boost.
Output growth has been slim, economic momentum slow and while more promising, housebuilding activity is still not hitting the levels seen before the pandemic.
Below, you can explore all the latest construction figures and, in a Budget exclusive, our bitesize commentary on the actions we’d like to see from the Chancellor in the year’s biggest fiscal event.
And for any Budget-analysis enthusiasts, make sure you register for our post-event webinar with BCIS chief economist, Dr David Crosthwaite, taking place next week on Thursday 4 December at 11am. You can register for free here. In the meantime, you can stay up to date by visiting bcis.co.uk and following us on LinkedIn.
Latest News
BCIS calls for action in the Autumn Budget Dr David Crosthwaite, chief economist at BCIS, considers potential actions that the Chancellor should consider for the 2025 Autumn Budget… Read More
Steady growth in housebuilding cost inflation Annual housebuilding cost inflation, as measured by the BCIS Private Housing Construction Price Index, stood at 2.0% in 3Q2025, down from a peak of 15.3% in 2Q2022… Read More
Estimate of net additions to England’s housing supply England’s housing supply increased by 208,600 in the 2024/25 financial year, according to the latest data published by the Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government… Read More
House price indices show continued annual growth House prices rose in the 12 months ending in October 2025, according to both Halifax and Nationwide’s indices… Read More
Growth predictions remain steady for the UK economy BCIS chief economist Dr David Crosthwaite assesses the latest economic forecasts published by the Treasury and what they could mean for construction… Read More
Latest UK housing starts and completions figures New housing starts in the UK were at the highest level for two years, according to the latest provisional data from the Office for National Statistics… Read More
Latest construction firm insolvency figures The Insolvency Service reports that insolvencies among construction firms in England and Wales remained steady in September 2025… Read More
New orders up in third quarter of 2025 Total construction new orders increased by almost 10% in 3Q2025, with £12 billion worth of work committed to… Read More
Latest construction output figures BCIS examines the latest estimates of construction output from ONS, split by sector and type of work… Read More
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Last Updated: 20/11/2025
Welcome to the BCIS newsletter where we bring you the latest news and insights from across the built environment.
It has been a challenging fortnight for the construction industry, with a succession of data releases pointing to continued weakness across the sector.
Brick deliveries fell on an annual basis, while stocks reached a 15-month high. The S&P Global UK Construction PMI, a sentiment survey of 150 construction firms, signalled the longest period of declining activity since the 2008 global financial crisis, and the construction workforce shrank to its lowest level in 24 years. Meanwhile, quarterly output, as well as wider GDP, recorded just 0.1% of growth, highlighting how little momentum there is in the market. While new orders data in the third quarter looked promising for some sub-sectors, translation into actual output is never guaranteed.
In all, not a great set of results for the Chancellor to digest as we edge closer to the Autumn Budget being delivered in two weeks’ time. We will do our best to find some optimism among the government’s announcements in our next webinar, taking place on Thursday 4 December at 11am. Our panel for The Autumn Budget and the Built Environment – chief economist Dr David Crosthwaite and executive director Rich MacLean – will be unpacking the implications for construction cost professionals and taking your questions live. Even if you can’t make it on the day, everyone who signs up will receive the recording afterwards. You can register for free here.
Meanwhile, you can stay up to date by visiting bcis.co.uk and following us on LinkedIn.
Latest News
Average weekly earnings in the construction industry The increase in construction earnings slowed considerably in the year to September, reflecting muted demand in the sector… Read More
Latest construction workforce figures Quarterly data from the ONS’s Labour Force Survey indicated the total construction workforce is the smallest it has been for almost 25 years… Read More
Brick deliveries down on annual basis as stocks reach 15-month high Stocks of all types of bricks at the end of September reached the highest level recorded since June 2024… Read More
Buildings insurance complaints highlight importance of reliable reinstatement data Buildings insurance was the seventh most complained about financial product or service between July and September, according to the latest Financial Ombudsman data… Read More
Construction emissions up by nearly one-third in 30 years More than 11 million tonnes of CO2e – scope 1 emissions – were emitted from sector last year, 2.6 million more tonnes than three decades ago… Read More
2026 RICS community infrastructure levy Index published BCIS has published the RICS Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) Index for 2026, used by local authorities to update rates in CIL charging schedules in line with market movements… Read More
Latest Insight
Does AI have a home in construction cost management? BCIS executive director James Fiske and data services director Karl Horton explore the implications of using AI in construction cost management… Read More
UK data centres: economic goldmine or cost headache? BCIS chief economist Dr David Crosthwaite examines the cost implications of the surge in data centre projects… Read More
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Last Updated: 05/11/2025
As a BCIS subscriber, you’re invited to the next webinar in our series, The Autumn Budget and the Built Environment.
What to expect:
Join our chief economist, Dr David Crosthwaite, for his expert reaction to the Autumn Budget. Alongside BCIS executive director Rich MacLean, he’ll unpack the key announcements and explore what they mean across sectors.
In this live webinar, Dr Crosthwaite will highlight who in the sector stands to benefit, where challenges are set to arise, and the signals industry professionals should look out for in the months ahead.
As well as getting insight into the Budget’s implications for the built environment, you’ll also have the chance to put your own questions directly to our panel.
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Date: Thursday 4 December Time: 11am
Last Updated: 17/10/2025
Welcome to the BCIS newsletter where we bring you the latest news and insights from across the built environment.
GDP figures published today show the UK economy expanded by 0.1% in August, in a small boost to the Chancellor ahead of delivering next month’s Autumn Budget. Growth remains persistently sluggish though, as July’s 0% GDP change was revised downwards to a 0.1% contraction. We’ve got our chief economist’s latest assessment of construction activity specifically, as well as the average of independent forecasts published by the Treasury, and data on earnings in the sector.
Our next webinar takes place next week on Thursday 23 October, in which our panel of BCIS experts will answer your pre-submitted and live questions on all things cost and carbon. You can register here. You can also stay up to date by visiting bcis.co.uk and following us on LinkedIn.
Latest news
Slight improvement in near-term growth predictions. BCIS chief economist Dr David Crosthwaite assesses the latest economic forecasts published by the Treasury and what they could mean for construction… Read More
Latest construction output figures. BCIS examines the latest estimates of construction output from ONS, split by sector and type of work… Read More
Earnings growth in construction sector. Construction wages increased by 4.1% in the year to August 2025; an increase on the rise seen in the 12 months to July… Read More
Survey suggests construction activity still in decline. Movement in the latest S&P Global UK Construction PMI shows that construction activity declined for the ninth consecutive month in September… Read More
Latest Scottish social housing tender prices movement. Tender prices for social housing in Scotland have increased for two consecutive quarters… Read More
Autumn Budget insight
BCIS urges Budget rethink on business costs after poll insight. BCIS has advised the government to lower business costs, after a poll of more than 300 construction professionals named it the top action to improve sector confidence… Read More
It’s crunch time for the Infrastructure Pipeline. BCIS data services director Karl Horton explains why the government’s Infrastructure Pipeline must not be forgotten in Budget month… Read More
Look after SMEs and construction will look after itself. BCIS chief economist Dr David Crosthwaite examines why the best way forward for construction and the wider economy is a business-first approach… Read More
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Last Updated: 13/10/2025
Don’t miss your chance to register for the next webinar in our series, Ask the experts: cost and carbon in the built environment.
The topic:
Sitting on a burning question about your project costs? Seeking advice on whole life carbon assessments?
Join our expert panel of four for a free and unmissable Q&A session on the built environment’s most pressing topics.
They’ll be answering your questions, pre-submitted and live, whatever the subject – from the market impact of cost and carbon pressures to buildings insurance.
It’s also a chance to learn more about the challenges and opportunities faced by peers from across the industry.
Interested? Save the diary date and register below!
Date: Thursday 23 October Time: 11am.
Last updated: 01/10/2025
As a member you’re invited to the next webinar in our BCIS series, Ask the experts: cost and carbon in the built environment
What to expect:
Sitting on a burning question about your project costs? Seeking advice on whole life carbon assessments?
Join our expert panel of four for a free and unmissable Q&A session on the built environment’s most pressing topics.
They’ll be answering your questions, pre-submitted and live, whatever the subject – from the market impact of cost and carbon pressures to buildings insurance.
It’s also a chance to learn more about the challenges and opportunities faced by peers from across the industry.
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Date: Thursday 23 October
Time: 11am
Last Updated: 23/09/2025
Welcome to the BCIS newsletter where we bring you the latest news and insights from across the built environment.
Recent data we’ve analysed paints a picture of an industry in flux. While output is edging upwards and wages are climbing, we continue to see stubbornly high insolvency rates and weak growth forecasts, as well as sector-specific pressures, such as declining cement production. Together, these trends highlight a market that is still finely balanced between resilience and risk.
That balancing act will be the focus of our next construction outlook webinar on Thursday 25 September, where we’ll also be looking ahead to the Autumn Budget and whether it is likely to bring further pain or offer respite for the industry. You can register for the webinar here.
You can also stay up to date by visiting bcis.co.uk and following us on LinkedIn
Latest News and Insight
What does base rate latest mean for construction? The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) voted by a majority of 7-2 to maintain the base rate at 4% at its September meeting… Read More
What’s shaping the fall in UK cement production? Cement production is under the spotlight after the Mineral Products Association said historically low production levels could derail housing and infrastructure delivery… Read More
Insuring a greener built environment – what will it take? BCIS executive director Richard MacLean explores what insurers, regulators and the construction sector will need to do to make sustainable buildings truly insurable… Read More
Latest construction firm insolvency figures. Insolvency Service data show a monthly increase in construction insolvencies in July 2025… Read More
No improvement in near-term growth predictions. BCIS chief economist Dr David Crosthwaite assesses the latest economic forecasts published by the Treasury and what they could mean for construction… Read More
House price indices show continued growth. House prices grew in the 12 months to August 2025, according to both Halifax and Nationwide’s indices… Read More
Earnings growth in construction sector. Construction wages increased by 3.5% in the year to July 2025; an increase on the rise seen in the 12 months to June 2025… Read More
Construction output shows continued growth. Construction output showed modest growth in July, with new work up by 0.4% while Repair & Maintenance flatlined… Read More
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Last Updated: 04/09/2025
Welcome to the BCIS newsletter where we bring you the latest news and insights from across the built environment.
With Chancellor Rachel Reeves setting 26 November as Budget day, construction firms face an extended wait to understand the policy and economic climate in which they’ll be working at the end of the year. That uncertainty comes on top of muted expectations for the economy outlined in the latest round of independent forecasts published by the Treasury. The underlying need for clarity and forward visibility are themes that we’ll return to in our next industry outlook webinar on 25 September, where we’ll explore the Budget’s potential implications alongside our latest data and forecasts.
Elsewhere in this issue, we examine the latest tallies on UK housebuilding, which show housing starts are up but completions down, share the latest findings of our Scottish tender price assessment and contractor panels, and provide updates from four key BCIS estimating price datasets.
You can also stay up to date by visiting bcis.co.uk and following us on LinkedIn
Latest News & Insight
Six principles of benchmarking in construction BCIS shares how simple, consistent benchmarking can help to compare projects with confidence and deliver better value… Read More
UK housing starts increased in first quarter of year, but completions declined Completions in all parts of the UK were down in 1Q2025 on the year, apart from in Northern Ireland, according to ONS data… Read More
Predictions for economic growth and inflation Our assessment of the latest economic forecasts published by the Treasury and what they indicate for construction activity over the coming months… Read More
Dilapidations database update The cost of building activities associated with schedules of dilapidations has increased by 10% over the last two years… Read More
Construction rate increases revealed in update An average 5% increase has been applied to construction rates in the BCIS Major Works, Minor Works and Alterations & Refurbishment 2026 estimating datasets… Read More
Movement in tender prices in Scotland The BCIS Scottish Tender Price Assessment Panel reported lower increases in 3Q2025 than in 2Q2025… Read More
Contractors’ construction costs in Scotland Construction input costs increased by 3% in the year to 3Q2025, according to the BCIS Scottish Contractors Panel… Read More
Earnings growth in construction sector Construction wages increased by 4% in the year to June 2025; an increase on the rise seen in the 12 months to May 2025… Read More
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Last Updated: 26/08/2025
Welcome to the BCIS newsletter where we bring you the latest news and insights from across the built environment.
Recent industry data reflect a construction sector balancing cautious signs of stability with underlying vulnerabilities. While construction output rose in the second quarter, falling new orders, a shrinking workforce and rising insolvencies all point to ongoing pressures.
Supply chains also remain constrained, with brick deliveries still well below pre-pandemic levels and the latest S&P Global PMI sentiment survey showing the sharpest decline in activity in more than five years. Meanwhile, the Bank of England cut the base rate to 4% but cautioned that inflation is expected to remain above target into 2026, leaving financing conditions tight for developers and clients alike.
You can hear more about the outlook for the sector and the highlights of BCIS’s updated forecasts – covering our expectations for input costs, tender prices and activity levels over the next five years – in our next webinar.
You can also stay up to date by visiting bcis.co.uk and following us on LinkedIn.
Latest Insight
What does the Infrastructure Pipeline mean for capacity planning? Our assessment of the long-awaited NISTA tool, comprising 994 projects set to be delivered over the next decade…. Read More
Six reasons for benchmarking in construction. Successful benchmarking can make a significant difference to project outcomes. We explore some of the use cases… Read More
Understanding project preliminaries. Preliminaries can significantly influence project budgets. We break down some of the key cost drivers to consider… Read More
Latest News
House price indices show continued growth. Our assessment of house price growth in July against the backdrop of inflation in the wider economy… Read More
Latest construction firm insolvency figures. Insolvency Service data show construction firms accounted for 16% of all insolvencies in England and Wales in 2Q2025… Read More
Construction output grew in second quarter. New work and repair and maintenance output both increased on the quarter in 2Q2025… Read More
New orders down in second quarter of 2025. Total construction new orders were down by 8% in 2Q2025, with £10.8 billion worth of work committed to… Read More
Construction workforce shrinks in 2Q2025. The UK construction workforce shrank to its lowest level since 2Q2024, according to the latest employment data… Read More
Brick deliveries rise, still down on pre-COVID level. Seasonally adjusted brick deliveries in June 2025 were almost 30% lower than in June 2019… Read More
Bank of England’s latest decision on base rate. Our chief economist analyses the Bank of England’s vote to reduce Bank Rate to 4%… Read More
S&P Global survey shows construction activity still in decline. Movement in the latest S&P Global UK Construction PMI points to the sharpest decline in activity in over five years… Read More
Buildings insurance among most complained about products or services. More than 1,600 complaints were received by the Financial Ombudsman Service between April and June 2025… Read More
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Last Updated: 19/08/2025
As a BCIS subscriber, you’re invited to the next webinar in our series, Construction outlook: what’s next for the industry?
The topic:
In our quarterly construction outlook webinar, we assess the current state of the industry, examining the economic and political backdrop shaping the built environment.
Our experts will cover all of our usual insights and data as well as looking ahead to the looming Autumn Budget and what to expect.
Date: Thursday 25th September 2025 Time: 11am
Last Updated: 25/07/2025
Welcome to the BCIS newsletter where we bring you the latest news and insights from across the built environment.
Two major publications, long-awaited in the industry, have been published this month. The overhauled Infrastructure Pipeline, now hosted in an interactive dashboard, includes more than £530 billion planned investment for 775 projects, while AECOM’s government-commissioned report on the practical, technical and economic impacts of measuring and reducing embodied carbon in new buildings contains a raft of welcome and actionable recommendations.
Elsewhere, mixed fortunes have been reported in the sector, with overall construction output dragged down in May by a 2% decline in R&M activity, despite slight growth in new work output, as well as the impact of HRB approval delays laid bare in new data from the BSR.
You can stay up to date by visiting bcis.co.uk and following us on LinkedIn.
Latest insight
Major updates to carbon tools Executive director James Fiske outlines key updates to the Built Environment Carbon Database and BCIS Life Cycle Evaluator… Read More
Government must cherry-pick to make private funding work The government may need to be selective to make private funding work for social infrastructure… Read More
Latest news
New Infrastructure Pipeline is ‘valuable’, says BCIS chief economist BCIS has welcomed the arrival of NISTA’s Infrastructure Pipeline after its mid-July publication was promised in the 10 Year Infrastructure Strategy… Read More
Delayed decisions on higher-risk building applications quadrupled in 1Q2025 New data from the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) show that delayed decisions on higher-risk building (HRB) applications in England jumped up between 1Q2024 and 1Q2025… Read More
Earnings growth slows in construction sector Construction wages, as measured by ONS’s Average Weekly Earnings dataset, increased by 3.9% in the year to May 2025… Read More
House price indices show continued growth House prices grew in the 12 months to June 2025, according to both Halifax and Nationwide’s indices… Read More
Construction output fell in May Overall construction output saw a decrease of 0.6% on April activity. Growth in new work was marginal, rising by 0.6% on the month, while R&M fell by 2.1%… Read More
BCIS hails AECOM report for calls to improve carbon reporting A government-commissioned report has been praised for its strong recommendations to improve embodied carbon reporting in the built environment… Read More
S&P Global report shows construction activity still in decline UK construction activity declined for the sixth consecutive month in June… Read More
Buildings insurance complaints highlight need for reliable data Buildings insurance was the eighth most complained about financial product or service in the final quarter of the 2024/25 financial year… Read More
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Last Updated: 10/07/2025
Welcome to the BCIS newsletter where we bring you the latest news and insights from across the built environment.
This week marks the first anniversary of the new Parliament meeting, giving us the opportunity to reflect on a busy 12 months of Labour governance. Our panel of experts has been assessing the government’s performance, from progress on its self-imposed housing target to how successfully it has inspired investor confidence.
In a flurry of publications over the last few weeks, the government also published its long-promised infrastructure and industrial strategies, though the sector will need to maintain its patience a little longer as we continue to await the updated project pipeline, due out this month.
We’ve also published our latest five-year forecasts, covering tender prices, input costs and projected output across the construction, civil engineering and facilities management markets. In the meantime, you can stay up to date by visiting bcis.co.uk and following us on LinkedIn.
One year of the Labour government
Is the government turning a corner after a rocky start? BCIS’s chief economist assesses the government’s overall prospects after a turbulent first year in power… Read More
One year: is Labour recapturing the dream of home ownership? An assessment of the government’s progress towards 1.5 million new homes and the hurdles to success it may have put in its own path… Read More
One year: an infrastructure snapshot. With Labour banking on infrastructure to drive growth, BCIS’s data services director explores how reform could be delivered… Read More
One year: has Labour delivered for the economy? A look at the key questions around the government’s economic impact… Read More
One year: progress on whole-life carbon thinking We dig into Labour’s efforts to reduce carbon emissions and consider what actions need to be taken next… Read More
One year: housing figures show work to do With the 1.5 million housing target central to the government’s pledges, EPC registrations offer a measure of progress… Read More
10 Year Infrastructure Strategy promises delivery BCIS assesses the potential of Labour’s long-awaited infrastructure plans and funding commitments… Read More
Industrial strategy: key takeaways for construction Notable for its omission as a ‘growth-driving sector’, we see what’s in the government’s industrial strategy for construction… Read More
Latest forecasts
BCIS building forecast The latest update to our five-year construction industry forecast, covering projected input costs, tender prices and output, and examining market trends… Read More
BCIS infrastructure forecast The latest civil engineering market report sets out BCIS’s expectations for the infrastructure sector over the next five years… Read More
BCIS facilities management forecast The quarterly BCIS maintenance, cleaning and energy briefing includes expected private and public sector building maintenance, cleaning and energy costs… Read More
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Last Updated: 08/07/2025
Welcome to the BCIS newsletter where we bring you the latest news and insights from across the built environment. Industry headlines over the last few weeks have been dominated by reactions to a raft of government announcements – ministers are undoubtedly keen to demonstrate that significant progress has been made since taking office almost one year ago.
In this newsletter, we’ve got our experts’ take on the much-anticipated content of the Chancellor’s Spending Review, as well as our regular roundup of BCIS quarterly insights, including growth in our housing construction price index and commentary from our tender price panels.
We’ll be back with an extra edition of the newsletter next week, sharing our experts’ assessment of the first year of this Parliament, the highlights of our updated five-year forecasts, and a closer look at the details of the government’s 10-year strategies and upcoming project pipeline. In the meantime, you can stay up to date by visiting bcis.co.uk and following us on LinkedIn.
Quarterly updates
BCIS tender price indices showed modest growth in 2Q2025, with the All-in TPI increasing by 0.5% compared with the first quarter of the year, while the BCIS Civil Engineering TPI Panel reported an average quarterly increase of 1%, mainly due to pent-up demand and greater selectivity from the supply chain. In Scotland, proposed migration reforms risk exacerbating labour shortages, prompting warnings from the industry about widening skills gaps.
Government spending plans
The long-awaited second phase of the government’s Spending Review was presented to Parliament earlier this month, heralding welcome funding commitments across transport, nuclear and housing. But our experts warned that delivery could be constrained by supply-side pressures. Elsewhere in the government’s announcements our team found slim pickings on the whole life carbon front and suspected the 1.5 million homes goal could remain stuck behind a brick wall. We also considered the implications for investor confidence, with private capital as crucial, if not more so, than the public purse to get major projects moving, as well as asking whether an infrastructure boom is on the cards.
Latest insight
Planning shortfall still big barrier The proposals of the Planning and Infrastructure Bill show promise, but the ability of the UK’s planning capacity to match the Bill’s ambitions remains cause for concern… Read More
Deal or no deal: does UK tariff matter for construction? We consider the implications of tariffs on UK steel exports imposed by the USA, and what effect a deal might have, if any, on the construction sector… Read More
Informed to reform: how can insurance tackle its biggest challenges? We discuss the biggest challenges for the insurance sector and why an informed approach can provide a solution… Read More
Who’s responsible for training construction’s next generation? Funding cuts to level 7 apprenticeships have brought fresh labour concerns for construction as demand for specialist skills intensifies… Read More
Webinars on demand
Construction outlook: what’s next for the industry? In this quarterly outlook webinar, our Chief Economist assessed the current state of the industry, examining the economic and political backdrop. We also polled more than 300 construction professionals, predominantly cost consultants and surveyors, on their own expectations for the next 12 months. Watch Webinar
The reality check: benchmarking for increased cost confidence. Our panel of experts explored how benchmarking provides a much-needed reality check, as well as improving forecasting accuracy by grounding predictions in evidence rather than speculation. Watch Webinar
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Last Updated: 10/06/2025
As a BCIS subscriber, you’re invited to the next webinar in our series, Construction outlook: what’s next for the industry?
The topic:
In our quarterly construction outlook webinar, we assess the current state of the industry, examining the economic and political backdrop shaping the built environment.
We’ll be reflecting on the content of the Chancellor’s Spending Review, as well as sharing the latest highlights from our five-year forecasts covering input costs, tender prices and construction output.
Date: Thursday 26 June 2025 Time: 11am
Last Updated: 14/05/2025
Join us for a practical webinar focused on benchmarking, a powerful, underused technique that compares estimates to real-world data from completed projects.
Our experienced panel will explore how benchmarking can provide a much-needed reality check and improve forecasting accuracy by grounding predictions in evidence, rather than speculation.
Date: Thursday 5th June 2025 Time: 11am
Last Updated: 30/04/2025
Welcome to the April edition of the BCIS newsletter in which we bring you the latest news and insights from across the construction industry. This month we explore the potential fallout from continued global economic disruption alongside a mixed picture closer to home – from the positive rise in construction output recorded by ONS for February, to the ongoing contraction reported in the S&P Global UK Construction Purchasing Managers’ Index for March.
You can stay up to date by visiting bcis.co.uk and following us on LinkedIn. In the next few weeks, we’ll be analysing the next set of New Orders data, tracking the impact of the Bank of England’s base rate decision, and reporting on the latest construction earnings trends.
Latest News
Strong earnings growth continues in construction sector Construction wages increased by over 6% in the year to February 2025, outpacing earnings growth in the economy as a whole… Read More
House price indices show continued growth UK house prices increased in the year to March 2025, according to both Halifax and Nationwide indices… Read More
Latest building materials and components statistics Brick deliveries increased in the 12 months to February 2025, but are still down compared with pre-pandemic levels… Read More
Positive news as construction output increases in February Construction output increased by 0.4% in February compared with January 2025, according to the latest ONS data… Read More
Construction activity declined for the third month in a row in March The latest update to the S&P Global UK Construction Purchasing Managers’ Index… Read More
Latest Insight
Construction inflation: reflecting reality with project cost data The newest additions to the basket of goods used to track general inflation are a timely reminder of the importance of using construction-specific indices… Read More
Could Trump’s tariffs compound the threat of recession or stagflation in the UK? Outlining the potential impacts of US tariffs on the economy and industry, and what the UK government could do to mitigate these… Read More
How BCIS construction data supports the training of quantity surveyors in academia We spoke to Nii A. Ankrah, senior lecturer in quantity surveying at Aston University, about how BCIS construction data supports student training… Read More
Funding construction projects – the role of cost data A case study interview with Aros Kapital Director, Léon Karens, covering the use of BCIS data for risk assessing residential projects… Read More
What role does cost data play throughout the project life cycle? We examine the role that independent, reliable cost data plays in helping teams to deploy resources efficiently and effectively… Read More
How to add the value in value engineering A look at how value engineering can drive greater efficiency across construction projects… Read More
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BCIS webinar – Construction outlook: what’s next for the industry? Our quarterly construction outlook webinar assesses the current state of the industry, examining the economic and political backdrop shaping the built environment. Watch Webinar
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Last Updated: 26/03/2025
In this issue we present the key highlights of the quarterly BCIS forecasts, outlining our expectations for input costs, tender prices and output across the construction, infrastructure and repair & maintenance sectors over the next five years. We also feature the latest insights from our tender price panels, along with reaction to the latest Bank of England vote on the base rate.
You can stay up to date with the latest news and insights by visiting bcis.co.uk and following us on LinkedIn. In the next week this will include in-depth analysis of the Spring Statement, which Rachel Reeves will deliver to Parliament tomorrow, and the Office for Budget Responsibility’s updated economic forecast. The implications of these will also be covered in our next construction outlook webinar on 1 April, in which our chief economist will consider the industry’s likely prospects over the coming year.
Latest Forecasts
BCIS building forecast The latest update to our five-year construction industry forecast, covering projected input costs, tender prices and output, and examining market trends… Read more
Infrastructure forecast The latest civil engineering market report sets out BCIS’s expectations for the infrastructure sector over the next five years… Read more
Facilities management forecast The quarterly BCIS maintenance, cleaning and energy briefing includes expected private and public sector building maintenance, cleaning and energy costs… Read more
Latest News
Bank of England’s latest decision on base rate BCIS chief economist Dr David Crosthwaite shares his views on the Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee vote to maintain the base rate at 4.5%… Read more
Continued growth in housebuilding cost inflation Annual housebuilding cost inflation saw a rise in 4Q2024, with two-fifths of housebuilders reporting an increase in the cost of materials… Read more
Buildings insurance complaints highlight need for reliable data Buildings insurance was the eighth most complained about financial product or service in the latest Financial Ombudsman data… Read more
Latest building materials and components statistics Annual movement in building materials prices dipped in the 12 months to January 2025… Read more
Latest civil engineering tender price movement Civil engineering tender prices increased by an average of 1% in the first quarter of 2025, according to the BCIS Civil Engineering TPI panel… Read more
Tender price index, estimate of tender price inflation, 1Q2025 The BCIS TPI Panel reported that tender prices in the UK increased an average 2.3% in the year to 1Q2025… Read more
Latest Insights
What role do digital tools play in decarbonising construction? BCIS explores how the development of digital tools in construction can support decarbonisation progress through effective measuring and reporting… Read more
Why hasn’t Part Z been mandated into Building Regulations yet? Could it be time for Part Z to be incorporated into existing building regulations? Will Arnold, Head of Climate at IStructE shares his view…. Read more
Webinar on Demand
Ask the experts: simplifying cost and carbon measurement and reporting in construction Our panel of experts addresses all things cost and carbon, from balancing sustainability with budget constraints to navigating compliance with the RICS standard. Watch webinar
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