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NewsModern enforcement methods
Making sure the Building Regulations are complied with is a tough task. But these days, with a little teamwork and co-operation, there should be no need for strong-arm tactics, says Paul Everall, chief executive of Local Authority Building Control
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NewsEnergy: an overview
The sheer weight of energy legislation that has been released in recent years has often led to project uncertainty and left many firms struggling to cope.
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NewsWhat’s in store for part L
The retail sector has a well-deserved reputation for energy gluttony. Martin Clowes of Elementa Consulting talked to four big retailers to find out what they’re doing to green up their acts
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NewsLiving by the rules
Jonathan Lewis and Andrew Mellor of PRP Architects explain how to comply with all necessary regulations when regenerating a big estate – now and in 15 years’ time
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NewsHow to accommodate part L
Hotels are coming under increasing pressure to comply with energy requirements. Colin Hobart, director of RHWL Architects, explains
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NewsHelping hospitals get better
The health sector has always had a lot of documentation to influence design and use, so how is the energy agenda influencing buildings? David Rowley, Malcolm Stroud and Milorad Vucinic of Nightingale Associates reveal how it affects their designs
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Services in the spotlight
This year’s changes to the Building Regulations have created a whole new working culture for the building services profession, says Robert Higgs, chief executive of the Heating and Ventilating Contractors’ Association – and not everybody is happy about it
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NewsTop ten most common mistakes
The Building Regulations are some of the most frequently misunderstood standards in the industry. But if you can’t tell your DDA from your Part M, don't worry. Darren Ettles, area manager for Regional Building Control, is here with guidance on the 10 things designers forget most often
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NewsDont get burned this October
Helen Garthwaite, partner in law firm Taylor Wessing, takes a look at the fire regulations and the issues set to face the industry when the latest changes are implemented this autumn
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NewsSelf certification
Now there’s no excuse to plead ignorance or lack of resources for failing to comply with regulations – self-accreditation schemes are emerging that will put the onus on the industry. Karen Fletcher reports on the latest moves to make you do it yourself
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NewsBog standards
… or, how the requirements for toilet provisions are changing. Michelle Barkley, technical director at Chapman Taylor and chair of the BS 6465-1 committee, reports
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Regulations August 2006
Confused over building regs? Never fear...our essential guide is here to save you!
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NewsChiltern line put brakes on Laing profit
Collapsed railway line contributed to a £0.8m loss in rail business but contractor says it will be compensated
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NewsGensler chosen for Dubai HQ
Architect will design two towers of 21 and 27 storeys for the Dubai Chamber of Commerce
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NewsCouncil withdraws support for Wembley casino
Developer Quintain is forced to put forward alternative plan following Brent council's decision
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NewsPersimmon settles dispute with former director
Dispute is settled for an undisclosed sum after John Bennett sought damages of around £900,000
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News£1.5bn Canada Water scheme wins approval
Soutwark Council grants outline planning permission for first phase of the British Land led development
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NewsGrowing Connaught moves to FTSE as orders hit £500m
Social housing and maintenance specialist will move from AIM at end of month after period of rapid growth
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NewsBalfour Beatty signs off £180m Glasgow hospital PFI
Balfour Beatty will design and construct the Victoria and Stobhill hospitals for NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde
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NewsGreen light for Sheffield New Retail Quarter
Hammerson receives outline planning approval for £500m city centre scheme