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Heritage sites must be made accessible without taking away the site's original features. About Access explores how we can do this.

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NHBC is the UK’s leading independent provider of warranty and insurance for new homes, covering 70-80% of the new homes built in the UK each year.

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Preserving heritage: University of Notre Dame’s London office upgrades with secondary glazing

Read this article from Selectaglaze to discover how secondary glazing improved acoustics, thermal efficiency, and working conditions for the University of Notre Dame's London office.

Building a secure future: BW Build Warranty® and the power of a technology-driven warranty provider

When it comes to safeguarding your construction investments, look no further than BW Build Warranty®.

Firm fined £240,000 after dangerous cladding found in Liverpool

Green Facades Limited have been fined £240,000 for failing to remove dangerous cladding at The Circle building in Liverpool.

RIBA launches Principal Designer Register to elevate building safety standards

The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has opened applications for the first Principal Designer Register.

Doncaster magistrates court shut down due presence of RAAC

Doncaster Justice Centre North has faced closure after reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) was found in the building.

A guide to condensation from secondary glazing experts Selectaglaze

There’s no doubt that condensation is an important topic in our industry. But your time is precious, so Selectaglaze is bringing everything together in one easy-to-read guide.

Actis and modular specialist offer free classroom for RAAC-affected school

Insulation specialist Actis and modular builders BGR Group are offering a free classroom to one of the many schools affected by the RAAC crisis.

No deadlines to be set for golden-thread sharing

The government will not set a deadline for people to share golden-thread information with the Building Safety Regulator (BSR).

The construction industry must be prepared to answer questions on RAAC

Sheroze Nadim, associate at Forbes Solicitors, discusses the need for accountability for the RAAC crisis and advises construction businesses on how to proceed.

Understanding the Building Safety Act with Build Warranty

As the final provisions of the Building Safety Act came into effect earlier this month, Build Warranty summarises what you need to know The Building...

Chaplair found guilty of failing to remove hazardous cladding

The City of London Magistrates Court recently ruled against Chaplair Ltd for failing to meet a critical deadline to remove hazardous cladding.

ICW Group launches Surety Bond offer for construction professionals

ICW Group has launched a new Surety Bond offer to housebuilders, contractors, and developers in response to a growing demand for services.

Failure to address building safety risks could cause ‘Grenfell-scale tragedy’, warns ex-civil servant

In a resignation letter by a senior civil servant, potentially catastrophic building safety risks are not being adequately addressed by the government.

Adding tactile data to handrails might not come in handy

Ian Streets, managing director of About Access, says the use of braille and tactile data on handrails can hinder rather than help.

Balfour Beatty partners with CABE to boost building safety

Balfour Beatty has announced a new partnership with the Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE), joining the association as a new ‘Premium Company Partner’.

Actis’ Part L CPD webinar is a hit with building professionals across the UK

Yorkshire builders, specifiers, building control officers and architects will be the latest to benefit from Actis' Part L CPD webinar.

Building safety legislation: everything, all at once

Zutec CMO Maria Hudson reflects on the rapid changes seen in building safety legislation in the past six years- and the next steps any company looking to stay compliant should take.

FSi leads the way by adding new UKCA quality mark to fire stopping products

FSi secured the UK mark of compliance well ahead of the deadline, highlighting its commitment to high safety and environmental standards.

Building Consents launches consultancy service for principal designers

Building Consent's new consultancy service will aid principal designers with building control insight at key stages of the pre-submission design process.

Better data holds the key to damp and mould in social housing

Timely, accurate and personalised data is vital to help solve damp and mould in social housing says Civica’s Justin Fisher.

A guide to installing Actis Eolis HC insulation for loft and barn converters

Using Eolis HC- a two-in-one reflective insulation with an integrated vapour barrier - is twice as quick as using traditional alternatives.

Are you ready for the October Building Safety Act?

As of October 1, 2023, new regulations regarding Building Safety Act 2022 will come into effect.

Fencing firm Lochrin Bain renew membership with Secured by Design

Lochrin Bain have renewed their longstanding membership with Secured by Design (SBD), the official police security initiative.

Highlighting how offsite construction supports fire protection

FSi highlighted the role of fire protection measures such as cavity barriers at the recent Offsite Expo in Coventry.

SFS podcasts: Keep up to date with the latest construction news

SFS's latest podcast episodes cover fragile roof design trends, U-Values, the Construction Playbook and much more.

Understanding why breathable membranes are required in external walls

Premier Guarantee explores the necessity of incorporating breathable membranes in projects that use sheathing boards as backing walls.

Over 50% of UK public unable to spot a faulty fire door, survey reveals

The British Woodworking Federation (BWF) is aiming to raise awareness of fire door safety after a study revealed that 57% of the UK public wouldn't be able to spot a problem with a fire door.

SFS rainscreen cladding solutions to meet your performance needs

SFS has developed its rainscreen cladding solutions to enable architects, design engineers and cladding contractors to achieve an installation which delivers the required thermal, structural, fire and other performance targets in a safe and economic manner.

18 months later: what the Mosey Report has meant for social housing frameworks 

It’s been 18 months since Professor David Mosey’s Constructing the Gold Standard report was published, but how have its recommendations been taken on board in the social housing sector?

Watershock in new builds: Concern over moisture loads and ventilation in housing

The Property Care Association is warning of an increase in watershock in new builds – condensation and water streaming down from the roof space. Chief executive Steve Hodgson explains the problem and how it can be tackled.

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Secured by Design is the official police security initiative that is owned by the UK Police Service, improve the security of buildings.

Ealing Studios receives Secured by Design ATLAS award

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.

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