The British Property Federation (BPF) has called for a “new approach” to resourcing at the Building Safety Regulator, as the current backlog is leading to a two-year delay on applications.
China’s construction industry has firmly established itself as a global leader, driven by rapid urbanisation, large-scale infrastructure projects, and the adoption of cutting-edge technologies. The UK construction sector can take significant inspiration from China’s practices, especially in areas such as innovation, sustainability, and structural warranty insurance
Sam Sparkes, commercial account handler at Clarke Williams Ltd, examines how updated driver training programs can help reduce your fleet insurance costs.
NHBC, the UK’s leading new homes warranty and insurance provider, recently hosted the first Affordable Housing Innovators event in partnership with the British Property Federation.
FSi Promat has been named the winner of the Marketing Campaign of the Year at the recent ASFP awards for its ‘Every Clad Needs a Silverliner’ campaign.
Despite regulation, many organisations continue to struggle with managing building information effectively — a challenge that introduces additional risks. Maria Hudson, Zutec’s chief marketing officer, shares insights from a recent snapshot poll of asset owners that reinforces this view and what can be done to overcome these challenges
Property expert John Howard explores the need for greater collaboration between freeholders, developers and the Government to reduce obstacles in tackling the cladding crisis.
Fire doors play a crucial role in ensuring the safety of a building’s occupants during a fire emergency. However, their effectiveness relies heavily on regular inspections and maintenance. Here, we explore the importance of inspecting fire doors, delve into what inspection schemes recommend, discuss who you can trust for this critical task, and outline the key elements of an effective inspection service.
Greater Manchester-based UAP Ltd, a leading manufacturer of door and window hardware, is proud to celebrate 25 years as a member of Secured by Design (SBD), the official police security initiative.
Graham Moore, account handler at Clarke Williams Ltd, explores the different types of liability insurance available to contractors and why they are vital.
Ealing Studios in London has received the Secured by Design ATLAS Commercial Development Award in recognition of the collaborative approach taken to designing out crime throughout the redevelopment of one of Britain’s most iconic film and television studios.
