Government to give £200m to replace Grenfell-style cladding: Is it Enough?
The government has confirmed that it will allocate £200m to fix private tower blocks that are wrapped in combustible aluminium composite material cladding, but will it be enough? Bushbury Cladding takes a look.
Tidal defences in Great Yarmouth gain £40m boost
Tidal defences in Great Yarmouth are to receive £40.3m for refurbishment, which will upgrade the level of protection from tidal flooding to more than 4,500 homes and businesses in the area.
BBA releases external wall insulation systems guidance
Building designers, specifiers and contractors working with external wall insulation systems (EWIS) have fresh technical guidance following the publication of the BBA's ‘Resistance to Wind-Load’.
Change in Building Regulations could cost millions if not followed
New fire protection regulations are now in force. Jon Pagan, director of fire safety engineering at FIA, looks at what they mean for the construction industry
Setting new standards in smoke control
David Mowatt, chairman of the Smoke Control Association, highlights the need to raise standards and levels of competency in relation to the design, installation and maintenance of smoke control systems in high-rise buildings.
Cavity wall insulation report released for Northern Ireland
Research into cavity wall insulation in social housing and private homes in Northern Ireland has been published.
Homes Act 2018: Is dampness back in the spotlight?
The new Homes Act will see the issue of damp and mould put firmly on the radar but, says James Berry, technical manager of the PCA.
Building Regulations: Why they’re no longer fit for purpose
Adrian Judd, director of Steico, argues Building Regulations need to tighten up so that we build healthy buildings.
The use of admixtures to waterproof concrete: Part 6
James McDonald of Cementaid discusses the testing process for water-resisting admixtures.
Government to fund £200m cladding replacement
The government has stepped in to cover the £200m bill to speed up crucial cladding replacement on around 170 private high-rise buildings.
Environment Agency urges new approach to coastal and flood resilience
The Environment Agency has said ‘we cannot win a war against water’ by building higher flood defences and has urged a new approach to ensure coastal and flood resilience.
Acoustic insulation creates quiet space for students near Stansted Airport
Selectaglaze glazing has helped to create a quiet, conducive space for students at a new college based near Stansted Airport.
Considerations for basement conversions
Mike Jones, national waterproofing manager at Peter Cox, looks at the key issues to consider in order to deliver a successful basement conversion.
Are new sustainable drainage guidelines just a drop in the ocean?
New guidelines are being introduced to set standards for sustainable drainage systems (SuDS). Martin Lambley at Wavin, looks at what we can expect to see.
