A Home Builders Federation (HBF) initiative, the NHBC Masterclass series offers fully funded training courses delivered by experts in their field covering roofing, bricklaying and dry lining. Aimed at professional tradespeople looking to keep up to date with the latest industry practices, they provide practical skills and improved knowledge to support the delivery of high-quality new homes.
CIBSE is launching a HVAC Systems Group to support and encourage the efficient design, installation and operation of heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems
Initial findings from the Independent Grenfell Task Force appear to confirm that Kensington and Chelsea Council had neither the breadth of skills nor the competence to cope
Twelve years prior to the Grenfell disaster, a critical report revealed a negligent approach to the safety of the tower’s residents by Kensington and Chelsea Tenant Management Organisation (KCTMO)
A £27m scheme to reduce flood risk to 4,800 properties in Blackpool has been officially opened by Councillor Fred Jackson and the chair of the Environment Agency Emma Howard Boyd
Metropolitan Police have reportedly asked to vet any release of information relating to Kensington and Chelsea Council action on fire safety advice
The Metropolitan Police is...
There has been considerable focus on the importance of accessible housing in the last few weeks – and with good reason, says Christina McGill of Habinteg
The Competition & Markets Authority (CMA) is conducting a review of the new home structural warranty market and in particular undertakings given by the National House-Building Council (NHBC). Here, Geoff Wilkinson looks at the progress to date pending the final announcements expected in October 2017
Mitigating flood risk is becoming ever-more important in the UK, but so is water conservation. Will Rogers of AECOM and the Environmental Industries Commission says Sustainable Drainage Systems can contribute to both these aims
Jean Hewitt, Director of the Centre for Accessible Environments, explores the subject of toilet design and supply and some of the issues for today’s society
Following the Grenfell fire, the Metropolitan Police have stated there are “reasonable grounds” to suspect corporate manslaughter may have been committed. Caroline Dunne, a Consultant Solicitor specialising in regulatory offences, examines the law in this area
Working with the University of Stirling, Space Architects has helped to create the first-of-its-kind Iridis apps to improve the design of homes for people living with dementia. Director Stephen Brooks explains their development
A former council estate in Plymouth is part-way through a major regeneration which is giving its new and returning residents a feeling of security and sense of pride about their new community
Earlier this year, Anne Budd was elected to the board of the Association of Noise Consultants (ANC). She talks to PBC Today about her priorities in her new role
Beco WALLFORM discuss the growing need for housing and how the UK building industry can overcome the pressures of demand
We do have the technology, the...
Realising true disability access in the built environment is not just about minimum design standards or building regulations. But, with a common sense approach, it can be achieved in a cost-effective manner, says Turner & Townsend's Richard Dryden
Mick George Ltd discuss the demolition works in a bid to deliver 246 new homes in a redevelopment scheme
Progress on the award-winning Acton Gardens development in...
Mick George Ltd discuss their partnership with Mesothelioma UK, a charity that shares a bond with asbestos related issues.
Over recent times, huge strides forward...
Mick George Ltd discuss the benefits of using Mick George leasing for private or business vehicles; headed by Steve Howell, Vehicle Leasing Director.
At first...
As an existing UKAS ISO/IEC 17025 accredited calibration laboratory, BSRIA has extended its scope to cover its new BSRIA North operation and laboratory
The government publishes the terms of reference for the Review of Building and Fire Safety Regulations that was commissioned following the Grenfell fire
Underground waterproofing results in one of the top ten claims regarding cost for Premier Guarantee. Here they provide advice on how to mitigate the risks
Mick George Ltd discuss their recent Earthworks contract in relation to their flood defence scheme, raising the flood banks at Ouse Washes reservoir.
Having been...
A development of new homes in Mayfield, Dalkeith, has gained the highest award given by Secured by Design (SBD), the national police crime prevention initiative, for incorporating crime prevention techniques into the layout and landscaping and the physical security of buildings.
