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Tide’s west London tower secures first Gateway 2 approval for modular scheme
Strong collaboration and regular communication with the Building Safety Regulator was key to securing approval for the PBSA project, Tide said.
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Industry slams government insulation ‘scandal’ following damning NAO report
Report finds ‘major issues’ with the internal insulation of 9,000 to 13,000 homes upgraded under the Energy Company Obligation (ECO) scheme.
‘Government oversight’ sees 22,000 homes with poor insulation, says NAO
The National Audit Office (NAO) revealed 98% of homes with external wall insulation installed under the Energy Company Obligation (ECO) scheme needs work to correct major issues, such as damp and mould.
Landlords feel the regulatory heat
A new wave of heat network regulation aims to protect consumers and promote the technology, but lack of clarity on the requirements and costs for landlords could result in chaos.
BSR chair announces plans to clear Gateway 2 backlog
New schemes will not go into the old system and engineering firms will help clear some of the backlog, BSR head Andy Roe told the London Real Estate Forum.
Government appoints former whip Dixon as building safety minister
Following the government reshuffle, she replaces Alex Norris, who had served as building safety minister since July 2024.
Building safety: Roe to the rescue?
Parliament returned from holidays this week, amid fevered speculation about fiscal policies and ministerial survival odds. But behind the fiery spectacle, spade work awaited.
BSR chair targets ‘significant’ reduction in backlog by end of year
Andy Roe said 15 additional registered building inspectors would be hired to form a “centralised unit where we take the delays out of the process”.
Can RRB dodge the BSA’s pitfalls?
With the Renters’ Rights Bill set to become law this autumn, many in the industry fear a lack of detail on its implementation may lead to a repeat of the Building Safety Act debacle.
Industry has opportunity to help shape construction products regulatory framework
The past few years have brought about substantial change to the way building safety is regulated. We have seen the introduction of the Building Safety Regulator, the passage of the Building Safety Act 2022 – which applies primarily to higher-risk residential buildings – and a ban on the use of combustible materials, all initiated in response to the Grenfell Tower tragedy.