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Subsidence: New developments in identification, investigation and solutions

New guidance from the Institution of Structural Engineers examines the challenges presented by subsidence. John Patch, chair of the IStructE’s Subsidence Taskgroup explains why better cross-sector collaboration is needed to tackle this costly problem.

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Government halts construction of 38,000 homes over second staircase delay

According to recent figures, at least 38,000 new homes in London have been halted due to the government's failure to clarify the second staircase fire safety regulation.

Expanding insurance solutions for housebuilders and developers

ICW Group is pleased to announce a continued expansion of its insurance service portfolio for housebuilders and developers.

Gunfire: Ensure your fire safety with our Third Party Accredited services

Gunfire is Third Party Accredited for the installation of fire stopping systems and the installation and maintenance of fire door sets.

Landlords fined £20,000 for lack of fire safety and building regulation compliance

Two landlords from Cardiff have been fined over £20,000 for lack of fire safety and building regulation compliance in their properties.

Actis to showcase Part L CPD at LABC’s virtual Welsh roadshow

Actis specification manager Elijah Peters will share highlights of the insulation specialist's RIBA-approved Tomorrow's Insulation Solutions for Future Homes Standards CPD at the virtual LABC technical roadshow.

Crest Nicholson finds more new build defects

In a trading update for the annual shareholders meeting, housebuilder Crest Nicholson admitted to identifying more defects on their new build homes.

Public perceptions of professionalism in architects is high

New research into public perceptions of professionalism among architects in the UK shows that architects are believed to operate with integrity and to a high standard.

Premier Guarantee appoints David Swigciski as new managing director

New homes warranty and building control provider Premier Guarantee has announced the appointment of David Swigciski as their new managing director.

Building control competence assessment deadline extended to July

HSE has confirmed that the building control competence assessment deadline has been extended from 6 April to 6 July 2024.

FSi Promat introduces new fire-stopping specification packs

Specialist specification packs have been introduced by FSi Promat to help architects, fire engineers and specifiers select the correct fire stopping solutions for building projects at the earliest stage in the design, which is vital to help ensure they are delivered on time and on budget.

Future Homes and Buildings Standards “needs more clarity”

Tassos Kougionis, director of sustainability and ESG at McBains, highlights seven areas of the Future Homes and Buildings Standards where guidance needs more clarity.

Quelfire leads the conversation on responsibility at The Fire Safety Event 2024

Quelfire are exhibiting at The Fire Safety Event between the 30th of April and the 2nd of May 2024 at the NEC, Birmingham.

ICW Group announces first winners of ICW Showcase Awards

Building warranty and building control provider ICW Group has announced the first winners from across the UK construction sector in its inaugural ICW Showcase Awards.

BT Redcare closure puts commercial building and home insurance policies at risk

BT Redcare, a leading provider of Alarm Transmission Systems (ATS) in the UK, announced earlier this month they would be closing the service from 1st August 2025.

Potential new cladding crisis looms after fire rips through London low-rise timber frame homes

Fears have been raised of a new cladding crisis after a fire gutted four low-rise timber frame homes in Barnet- and 580 more properties were found to have the same unsafe plastic cladding.

First UK company to follow Australia with high-silica quartz ban

Kitchen company Herringbone is the first to ban the sale of high-silica quartz worktops, after the risks posed to stonemasons prompted a ban in Australia.

M&S wins legal challenge against Government for redevelopment plans

Marks & Spencer has won a legal challenge against the Government after Michael Gove denied planning permission for the redevelopment of the retailer's main store on Oxford Street in London.

Construction fire safety at ‘major crossroads’

National Fire Protection Association figures reveal a staggering $408m cost of construction fire damage on site. John Heinen, principal fire investigator, discusses the changes that can be implemented to ensure safer environments.

Why public sector procurement frameworks must be flexible to offer value beyond the basics

Jonathan Oram, director of frameworks at Pagabo, explores the benefits of prioritising a flexible approach as a framework provider to head towards this common goal of fair, practical and transparent procurement.

Building Safety Regulator sparks anxiety among building control surveyors

The new Building Safety Regulator (BSR) registration process has caused “annoyance, reluctance and worry” among building control surveyors, according to survey.

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