January Overview – Jeff Yeates
Welcome to 2026 and the first newsletter for Constructing Excellence Midlands and we hope that you and your loved ones had a pleasant festive break, recharging the internal batteries. A tradition of New Year is the writing of resolutions, which we all know get forgotten well before January ends, for CE Midlands January brings our AGM on the 22nd at The Crowne Plaza, Birmingham. We will reflect on our achievements in 2025 and outline the exciting plans for 2026.
This year we will strengthen our relationships with both the West and East Midland Combined Authorities driving forward the agenda to build more homes across the whole of the Midlands.
On the 12th February, alongside the West Midlands Combined Authority we will be launching the Future Homes Cluster which will bring together manufacturers, developers, funders, educators, public and industry partners to grow and amplify the region’s inherent strengths in manufacturing and innovation in construction and housing delivery.
Further ahead in 2026 we will see the conclusion of the Local Government Reforms which will see a whole tier of local authority governance removed from the East Midlands area. The implications are unclear but the promise of swifter decision making at local level will be a major benefit to our industry.
The West and East Midlands CE awards are now open for entrees with a deadline of the 30th April 2026. The awards recognize the remarkable contributions made by architects, engineers, contractors, developers, and other key players in the construction sector. By showcasing their expertise, dedication, and forward-thinking approaches, we aim to inspire and motivate the industry to reach new heights.
So, a 2026 New Year resolution for all of us, that’s not too difficult to keep. Let’s be kind to each other.
Jeff Yeates
Business Development Manager
Tilbury Douglas Construction Ltd
