Council bankrupt over £50m relief road that never existed
Shropshire Council faces financial collapse after investing millions in a relief road project that was never built, with leader revealing devastating impact on local services.
Shropshire Council faces financial collapse after investing millions in a relief road project that was never built, with leader revealing devastating impact on local services.
Exclusive: Wiltshire Police dismantle a sophisticated organised crime group behind a massive wave of agricultural and construction equipment thefts across the South West, making multiple arrests in a major operation.
A construction worker at Manchester City's £300m Etihad Stadium expansion was sent home after being photographed wearing a rival Manchester United shirt on site, causing a major stir among fans.
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The Guardian's 2025 university league table uncovers the best UK institutions for Construction, Surveying, and Planning degrees. Discover which universities are building the future leaders of the industry.
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Perth-based construction firm Tingey Development Group has entered administration, collapsing with massive debts. The shock failure leaves a trail of creditors and unfinished projects across the city.
The UK economy showed zero growth in April 2024, causing the FTSE 100 to fall sharply. Construction and manufacturing output dropped significantly, raising concerns about the nation's economic health.
A serious industrial accident at Elon Musk's Las Vegas Boring Company site has left a worker with severe injuries, raising major safety concerns and triggering a formal investigation.
New Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils a sweeping pro-growth agenda, vowing to force through major housing projects and reinstate mandatory local building targets to boost the UK economy.
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Ministers face fury after quietly diverting £25m from the Dormant Assets scheme, earmarked for youth and community projects, into Department for Education coffers.
Australian TV star Andy Lee sparks outrage with extravagant mansion overhaul while neighbours endure construction chaos and privacy invasion.
Barcelona's long-awaited return to the Camp Nou has been postponed due to permit issues, forcing the club to host Valencia at the Olympic Stadium. The setback deals a blow to the club's financial and emotional plans.
Plans for the £1.5bn Espai Barça project, including a new 105,000-seat stadium, have been dramatically suspended by the Catalan government, throwing the future of the iconic Nou Camp into uncertainty.
New data reveals a catastrophic decline in UK housebuilding, with construction starts falling to levels not seen since the 1940s. Councils warn of a deepening housing crisis as government targets are missed by a staggering margin.
An acclaimed Italian chef has shared his secret recipe for the ultimate pasta sauce, promising authentic restaurant-quality flavour using simple, fresh ingredients. Discover how to elevate your midweek meals.
The construction of the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago's Jackson Park faces massive budget overruns, now estimated at £700 million, and is slammed by critics as a potential 'eyesore' that disrespects its historic surroundings.
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Discover Puglia, Italy's secret coastal paradise. This underrated region boasts turquoise waters, pristine white sand, ancient towns, and incredible value for your next beach holiday, rivalling the Amalfi Coast without the crowds or high prices.
Pop sensation Ariana Grande stunned at the 2024 MTV VMAs, debuting a radical new look and delivering a powerful, cryptic speech that has fans speculating about a major shift in her career priorities.
Lewis Hamilton's hopes of a fairytale Monza podium with Ferrari were crushed by a controversial Mercedes strategy call, leaving the seven-time champion and Tifosi devastated at the Italian Grand Prix.
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A groundbreaking UK initiative is slashing waste and fighting climate change by diverting millions of litres of leftover paint from landfills. Discover how your unused emulsion can brighten community projects.
A furious driver is wanted by police after a vicious road rage attack on a construction worker in Huntersville, North Carolina. The assailant was caught on camera punching the worker before fleeing the scene.
New research debunks the common political narrative that planning red tape is causing the housing crisis. Discover the real reasons behind Britain's homebuilding failures.
The tiny borough of Seven Fields, Pennsylvania, has launched a landmark legal battle against real estate behemoth Howard Hanna, alleging its construction vehicles have turned community roads into an 'obstacle course' of destructive potholes. Residents dem
Furious residents in a UK neighbourhood are plagued by deafening, near-constant construction noise from a new housing development, with work permitted from 8am to 11pm daily. Locals describe the unbearable disruption as a 'living nightmare'.
Exclusive report reveals a catastrophic incident in North Korea where thousands of young troops perished during a rushed infrastructure project ordered by Kim Jong-un, highlighting the regime's brutal disregard for human life.
A job advertisement for a crane operator in Australia offering a staggering $6,000 AUD (£3,100) per week has gone viral, sparking a fierce debate about skilled labour shortages, wage inflation, and the cost of living crisis.