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Building Bulletin
October 2018 |
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New Homes Ombudsman to support homebuyers facing problems with their newly built home
Government announces New Homes Ombudsman to help ensure quality of build for homebuyers. Find out how this will affect construction professionals working on new home developments and how the government intend to form the New Homes Ombudsman. |
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Government plans to provide more homes through planning reform
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With a government target of delivering 300,000 homes a year by the mid 2020's something needs to change. Read how the government intends to introduce changes to the planning system to ensure the UK is providing enough homes for the rising population. |
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Creating a lasting legacy from the 2022 Commonwealth
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With construction due to begin in 2019, the Government is working closely with the West Midlands Combined Authority and Birmingham City Council to ensure a funding boost of £165 million is used to secure further housing and a wider regeneration.
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Government announce combustible cladding ban above 18m
Combustible cladding is to be banned for all new schools, hospitals, care homes, student accommodation and residential buildings above 18m in England. What does this mean for the construction industry and how will it change how we work?
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Building Control help inspire future construction professionals! |
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School children from across Lincolnshire have been inspired to become architects, builders and quantity surveyors as part of Construction Week 2018. Find out how local construction professionals got involved and inspired younger generations to pursue a career in construction! |
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Dangerous structures – are you managing yours correctly? |
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A fire damaged building has been under attack from vandalism. However, it's not safe to leave the building exposed to intruders who run the risk of being injured while on the premises. Are you managing your dangerous structures and unused buildings correctly? |
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Modular specialist creates first ever double loft conversion – using Actis Hybrid
A company which makes modular lofts as a revolutionary alternative to a traditional attic conversion has completed its first ever double loft project for a pair of semi-detached houses. Find out how this was made possible and the benefits of modular build.
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Rodent Control – Are we doing enough? |
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We're all used to seeing photos of giant rodents across our social media feeds and we’re told that rodents are never more than 6ft away from us. Are we doing enough during construction and building management to limit or restrict the spread of rodents? |
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Find out how Local Authority Building Control can help you on your next construction project |
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With a network of 3,500 surveyors and technicians across England and Wales we're always there to provide you with local knowledge and free advice. With many large events taking place throughout the year for the construction industry we like to make it easy for you to come and speak to us. Find out which events we'll be exhibiting at and details of events we're running to help you. |
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