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.
The sudden collapse of Assent Building Control, one of the UK’s largest private building control firms, has sent shockwaves through the construction sector.
Fire stopping specialist FSi Promat will highlight the vital role of compliance in ensuring fire safety in modern facade design at this year’s London Build event.
David Campbell, chief operating officer at NHBC, discusses ambitious housing targets, maintaining quality while building large numbers of new homes and why skills might be the key to unlocking both.
When you’re planning changes to a building, fire safety might not be the first thing on your mind. Yet the reality is that every alteration to the fabric of a building can have a direct impact on its fire safety strategy.
Fire doors are one of the most vital elements of any building’s fire safety strategy. They are designed to contain smoke and fire, protecting both people and property. But their effectiveness relies on regular, thorough inspections.
A government report released during the summer prompted About Access to pay particular attention to some of the disabling features which people encounter in everyday life, as Ian Streets explains.
In a post-Grenfell world, we need to put people first and mandatory competence for builders is an obvious step. Glyn Thomas casts his eye at this and the other elephants in the room.
In the dynamic world of property development, a builder’s reputation is one of their most valuable assets. Today’s homebuyers expect more than just high-quality design and materials; they demand long-term peace of mind. For developers, navigating construction, finance and risk management requires not just a clear strategy but reliable partners.
ICW Group, a leading provider of A-rated structural warranties and building control services, has strengthened its UK operations with the appointment of Lloyd Williams as sales director UK, ICW Insurance Services.
Cain and Olympian Homes have appointed J3 Advisory to arrange the latent defects insurance for St James House, a 28-storey redevelopment that will bring more than 590 student and co-living beds to Bristol and reshape the city’s skyline.
Ian Streets, managing director of About Access, reports on accessibility training experiences that highlight the need to cascade knowledge through organisations.
Stuart Binnie, associate director at Rund, highlights key challenges and solutions under the Building Safety Act 2022, including Gateway processes, risk mitigation, and cost management for developers of high-rise residential buildings.
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.
