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Approved document M: Will newly renovated offices prioritise accessibility?
Ben Cheeseman, commercial director at Harwood Building Control, sheds light on the significance of Approved Document M, highlights commonly overlooked areas, and discusses the implications of such oversights.
Improving accessibility: Historic school highlights need to look forward as well...
Ian Streets, managing director of About Access, finds opportunities to achieve educational and commercial benefits by improving accessibility.
Part M4(2) regulations on accessibility in new homes to become mandatory
Accessibility in new homes in England must achieve the accessibility and adaptability standards set out in Part M4(2), a government consultation has found.
Going beyond the guidance when designing an inclusive environment
From our daily dealings with minimum widths for doorways, maximum gradients for ramps and many other benchmarks, one of the main pieces of advice we would offer is when working to design an inclusive environment don’t be afraid to go beyond the guidance, says About Access.
Collaborative working is key to successful housing project delivery
Collaboration has long been recognised as a goal in the construction industry, Constructing Excellence created the Collaborative Working Champions; which identifies 10 themes as essential in achieving successful housing project delivery.
GRAHAM-led EDMB Group awarded Meadowbank housing development, Edinburgh
The city of Edinburgh council has appointed GRAHAM, Miller Homes and Panacea Property Development to deliver Meadowbank housing development, a multi-million-pound regeneration project in Edinburgh.
Hidden homes: The part refurb has to play in new housing...
The current housing shortage, and how we tackle it, is an ongoing hot topic within the industry – but should new-build alone be the answer? Carl Yale, refurbishment director at Lovell, believes there is great potential in empty or under-utilised buildings around the country.
Cheshunt Community Hospital opens new dental clinic for special needs patients
Cheshunt Community Hospital has opened a new dental clinic designed for people with special needs as part of its mission to improve healthcare.
Lived experiences worth more than legislation and guidance
Ian Streets, Managing Director of About Access, explains how you should look close to home for the approach which can set accessibility standards globally.
Streethay Parish Council granted £75,000 from HS2 fund
HS2 has granted Fradley and Streethay Parish Council in Staffordshire £75,000 to refurbish Streethay Play Park and make it more accessible to all age groups.
Wates Construction begins work on Leeds affordable housing scheme
Wates Construction has started work on a new £40m Leeds affordable housing scheme in Middleton.
£1m investment to improve Billingham station access
Tees Valley Mayor, Ben Houchen has signed off a much needed £1m investment to improve disability access at Billingham railway station.
New initiatives highlight need to do more for disabled drivers
The media hasn’t exactly swamped its audiences with the news, but this has been a significant summer in terms of improving accessibility for disabled drivers and passengers. Ian Streets, managing director of About Access, takes a look.
How access consultants tie up loose ends
Ian Streets, managing director of About Access, reveals how an access consultant can help tie up loose ends.
Pan-disability approach is the priority in improving accessibility
Ian Streets, managing director of About Access, calls for compromise to help make the built environment accessible to all.
‘Safer Public Spaces’ is no substitute for accessibility best practice
Access consultant, Ian Streets says the government’s “Safer Public Spaces” document which claims to set out the design principles for safer urban spaces is no substitute for accessibility best practice.
Transformative design for Edinburgh Waverley Masterplan revealed
Network Rail has released its concept designs for transforming the capital’s main station as part of the Edinburgh Waverley Masterplan.
Blue badge anniversary highlights the need for progress
If you blinked you probably missed it, but just a few weeks ago the government marked the 50th anniversary of the blue badge scheme.
Hart Builders appoints new construction director
Hart Builders, part of the Cruden Group, has appointed Craig Giblett as construction director, as the company prepares for expansion.
Don’t forget disabled people when planning for social distancing
Access consultant, Ian Streets says we must not forget disabled people when planning for social distancing.
A balancing act between accessibility and authenticity
The aim of accessibility is to make reasonable adjustments to try to ensure that disabled people have the same opportunities as everyone else.
Flood protection innovations tackle the threat of rising tides
StormMeister®, founded in 2010 by William M Snape, offers a wide range of innovative products and services dedicated to flood protection.
COVID-19: ‘Construction can be productive despite lockdown’
Ian Streets, access consultant at About Access, takes a look at how the construction shutdown scenario can create the opportunity to change a working environment.
Heritage sites and the art of accessibility
Ian Streets from About Access discusses accessibility in museums and art galleries - including the accessibility of exhibits and interactivity.
Opening the door to access consultants will save money
Ian Streets of About Access discusses the benefits of access consultants, particularly in the long-term where it costs to put things right.
Taking an inclusive approach to roadside recovery
Ian Streets, managing director of About Access, catches up with Costain to help them ensure their motorway recovery services are accessible.