A revised code of practice designed to improve the consistency in the assessment of external wall fire risks and support proportionate remediation decisions has been published by BSI.
Almost nine out of 10 senior executives responsible for building portfolios may be unaware of their legal responsibilities under the UK’s post-Grenfell building safety regime, according to a new industry white paper.
Know how structural defects warranties can protect projects, satisfy lenders, and shift long-term risk—before one overlooked detail turns into a costly claim.
Walking down the street, travelling on a train, exploring shops and restaurants, you’re going to come across features every now and then which present obstacles to accessibility.
At Advantage (AHCI), we see firsthand how relatively small discrepancies at inception can create disproportionate friction later such as underinsurance.
The three named storms which hit the UK in the first few weeks of the year are serving as a worrying reminder of the need to construct roofs which can withstand extreme wind.
The Masonry Association of Great Britain (MAGB) has formally announced the creation of its new Technical Committee, a cross-sector body established to strengthen technical leadership and raise standards across masonry construction, alongside publication of its first official Technical Note.
Although initially developed in response to safety concerns on product performance, CCPI's impact is being felt by marketing teams as much as by those in technical or compliance roles.
Derby-based housebuilder Casamia Homes has appointed Advantage Home Construction Insurance (AHCI) to provide Structural Warranty cover for its latest premium development, The Firs in Allestree.
A freedom of information (FOI) request submitted by law firm Irwin Mitchell identified 5,594 units currently unoccupied, with the longest case still waiting for approval after 550 days.
Following a flurry of building safety announcements at the end of 2025, Stephen Workman of AtkinsRéalis examines concerns over Gateway 3 and the longer-term structure of regulation.
Richard Harral, chief executive officer at the Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE), on the shift to competency-based systems for delivering safer outcomes in the built environment.
With construction insolvencies up over 50% in five years, commercial disputes in the sector are increasing rapidly. In this climate, adjudication remains one of the most effective tools to manage risk, protect cashflow and resolve disputes before projects derail. Construction litigation expert Mustafa Sidki of Thackray Williams explains the types of adjudication, when they are appropriate and the liabilities for different parties.
Awaab’s Law, which imposes strict deadlines on social housing providers for investigating and resolving damp and mould hazards, is more than a compliance requirement but a major opportunity for landlords to provide healthier homes, stronger landlord-tenant relationships and sector-wide improvement, writes Joe Lloyd-Allen of Nuaire.
Passive fire protection specialist FSi Promat has launched a new slab edge fire stop system to protect buildings with a curtain walling facade from the rapid spread of fire.
Raising the standard of social homes in England is essential given the progress at bringing homes up to a minimum standard has almost ground to a halt, says the cross-party Housing, Communities and Local Government (HCLG) Committee in a report published today.
As illustrated by a recent commercial office project, cladding specialists are increasingly turning to SFS Group Fastening Technology’s innovative TDBL- nonut® fastener to ensure their installed systems achieve the objectives of the Building Safety Act, while at the same time, enabling fast and efficient installation.
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.
