Legislation
Why sustainability fails without structural engineers
9 Sep 25
Development firms could benefit from in-depth structural engineering knowledge
First-tier tribunal breaks new ground in Building Safety decision
26 Aug 25
When the First-tier Tribunal handed down its decision in the Empire Square case this summer, it marked more than the latest skirmish in the post-Grenfell push for safer buildings.
A new chapter for the Building Safety Regulator
12 Aug 25
A package of potentially significant reforms to the makeup of the Building Safety Regulator have been announced.
Solar on all new homes must align with 1.5 million homes target
20 Jun 25
The Government have said that solar panels will be included in the FHS, leading to installation on the vast majority of new build homes.
Risk Vs Reward: Labour’s ambitious plans for stalled housing developments
10 Jun 25
Labour’s plans to allow local authorities to take control of stalled housing sites signals bold intent to tackle the UK’s housing shortfall.
Immigration policy must serve Britain, not party politics – NFB
29 May 25
The Government has published a new White Paper which sets out major reforms to the UK’s immigration system.
Ten years of progress on payment, pre-qualification and skills
19 May 25
The industry has made significant progress on late payment, pre-qualification, and competence since the formation of the trade body Build UK .
Pagabo provides clarity on impacts of new NPPS and PPNs
12 Mar 25
The Labour government’s new National Procurement Policy Statement (NPPS) sets out strategic priorities for public procurement.
Assessing progress one year into the Timber Roadmap
7 Jan 25
At the end of 2023, the government launched the Timber in Construction Roadmap.
Outlook for the property and construction sector heading into 2025
17 Dec 24
Across the residential, rental and infrastructure sectors, there will be many challenges in 2025, as well as many opportunities.
