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More than 60 per cent of construction workers without a contract

More than 60 per cent of construction workers without a contract

A new survey has revealed a significant number of construction workers do not have a contract of employment… In a poll of 1,043 construction workers,...
Cumbrian businesses join forces to create ultimate green home

Cumbrian businesses join forces to create ultimate green home

Three Cumbrian businesses have worked together to create the ultimate energy efficient home… A detached house in Kendal has achieved the second highest score for...
Ashtead reports strong performance in equipment rentals

Ashtead reports strong performance in equipment rentals

Tool hire group Ashtead has reported revenues are up by more than a quarter, showing a strong performance in the sector… Tool hire group Ashtead...
BIM and building performance

BIM and building performance

Andera Al Saudi, Business Director for The BIM Hub explains how BIM provides for the accurate evaluation of design alternatives in the event of...
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BIM: Developing a Digital Built Britain

John Eynon, Chair of the CIC South East Regional BIM Hub, considers how BIM and the smart city concept work together and whether we...

Planning for overheating in homes

As our climate and hot summers become more probable, the Zero Carbon Hub asks if we should we make better use of the planning...

Requirement and guidance in BS 7543:2015

Stephanie Kosandiak, Lead Programme Manager at BSI and Kathryn Bourke, Technical Author of building components durability standard, BS 7543 discuss its fit with service...
The underlying requirement and guidance in BS 7543:2015

The underlying requirement and guidance in BS 7543:2015

Stephanie Kosandiak, Lead Programme Manager at BSI and Kathryn Bourke, Technical Author of building components durability standard, BS 7543 discuss its fit with service...
Plans to develop historic Liverpool buildings submitted

Plans to develop historic Liverpool buildings submitted

Two historic buildings in Liverpool could be converted into an office scheme under new plans... LABB Developments has submitted a planning application to Liverpool City...
Planning for overheating in homes

Planning for overheating in homes

As our climate and hot summers become more probable, the Zero Carbon Hub asks if we should we make better use of the planning...

Insulation for business efficiency

With many energy saving insulation solutions readily available for business premises, significant savings can be made on energy bills... Although warmer weather is on the...
Surviving the BIM revolution

Surviving the BIM revolution

Karen Alford, BIM Project Executive at the Environment Agency discusses how industry can adapt to the BIM revolution by utilising the standards and data...

The NIA insulation service

The National Insulation Association (NIA) announces the introduction of a new service for Local Authorities and Housing Associations looking for insulation companies to work...

Surviving the BIM revolution

Karen Alford, BIM Project Executive at the Environment Agency discusses how industry can adapt to the BIM revolution by utilising the standards and data...

A future flood resilient built environment

One in 6 homes are now under threat of flooding from rivers, sea and surface water. BRE’s Centre for Resilience is calling for a...
The NIA insulation service

The NIA insulation service

The National Insulation Association (NIA) announces the introduction of a new service for Local Authorities and Housing Associations looking for insulation companies to work...
Campaign needed to encourage girls to build

Campaign needed to encourage girls to build

The NHBC Foundation has called for a new campaign aimed at encouraging more girls into the house building sector... New research has revealed that just...
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Cladding Performance Without The Fuss

With more and more building owners looking to go above and beyond the requirements of the Building Regulations, delivering a high level of fabric...
The Disintegration of the Housing Debate

The Disintegration of the Housing Debate

In addressing the urgent need for more housing, Professor of Environment and Spatial Planning, Alister Scott believes that key participants in the housing question...
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Think Modern

For many years, Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) have been the product of choice where thermal performance and construction predictability are an absolute priority. The...
Insulation: A guarantee of savings

Insulation: A guarantee of savings

Investing in solid wall insulation brings huge benefits in terms of reduced energy costs and carbon emissions. Steve Tanner, General Manager at SWIGA discusses...
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The right crane for the job

Construction Plant-hire Association’s Kevin Minton highlights the importance of tower cranes being suitable for purpose. Tower cranes are not a “one size fits all “solution, and...

Preserving our heritage

Dr Gerry Wait, Director at Nexus Heritage provides an overview of Desk-based Assessments and their importance in early-stage heritage advice. A Desk-based Assessment (DBA) is...

Plan and prepare

The Environment Agency explains how communities can take steps to prepare for flooding. Flooding can be devastating and it poses a risk to life, property...

BIM and all it embodies

Daniel Doran, Senior Consultant at BRE (Building Research Establishment) examines the impact and new opportunities BIM offers.
Approved Document C

Approved Document C

The aim of Part C is to ensure the health and safety of the building’s users with regard to the effects of pollution and contaminants.