All the latest updates on building safety reform
The former managing director of BRE Environment on the rise of Ecobuild and how the government will push the green agenda
David Strong is Chairman of the Energy Efficiency Partnership for Homes and Chairman of Helianth Systems
The Office of Fair Trading issues call for evidence on the fairness of practices in the insulation sector ahead of Green Deal
Blow to sustainability policy as study shows commercial building improvements cost more than they save
The government’s Green Deal promises to revolutionise the UK’s energy efficiency. But can it deliver financial savings? Richard Quartermaine of Cyril Sweett investigated the payback implications of four non-domestic buildings, and the results are not encouraging …
After many found difficulties at gateway three, housebuilders are now alert to challenges at the regime’s third and final approval stage. Charis Beverton looks at what the sector and regulator can do to avoid a repeat of the problems
At a time of uncertainty, local authorities will look to firms to help create stability through shared capability and stronger expertise, writes Caroline Compton-James
Securing consent faster is only part of the challenge. If contractors are appointed too late, projects can inherit the most expensive version of the approved scheme, writes Beth West
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