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	== Specific regulations ==		== Specific regulations ==

−	* Building Regulations ~~2010 (as amended)~~. Core requirements for design, construction, and fire safety.	+	* [[Building_regulations\|Building Regulations]]. Core requirements for design, construction, and fire safety.
−	* Construction (Design and Management) Regulations ~~2015 (CDM 2015)~~. Principal regulations governing roles, responsibilities, and safety in construction projects.	+	* [[Construction_(Design_and_Management)_Regulations\|Construction (Design and Management) Regulations]]. Principal regulations governing roles, responsibilities, and safety in construction projects.
−	* Construction Products Regulations ~~(EU 305/2011, retained in UK law)~~. CE/UKCA marking requirements for products.	+	* [[Construction_Products_Regulation_CPR\|Construction Products Regulations]]. CE/UKCA marking requirements for products.
−	* Control of Asbestos Regulations ~~2012~~. Duties for surveying, removing, and working around asbestos.	+	* [[Control_of_Asbestos_Regulations_2012\|Control of Asbestos Regulations]]. Duties for surveying, removing, and working around asbestos.
−	* Control of Noise at Work Regulations ~~2005~~. Protecting workers from noise exposure.	+	* [[Control_of_noise_at_work_regulations_2005\|Control of Noise at Work Regulations]]. Protecting workers from noise exposure.
−	* Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations ~~2002~~ (COSHH). Managing exposure to harmful substances (dust, chemicals, fumes).	+	* [[COSHH\|Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations]] (COSHH). Managing exposure to harmful substances (dust, chemicals, fumes).
−	* Control of Vibration at Work Regulations ~~2005~~. Limiting hand–arm and whole-body vibration exposure.	+	* [[Control_of_Vibration_at_Work_Regulations\|Control of Vibration at Work Regulations]]. Limiting hand–arm and whole-body vibration exposure.
−	* Energy Performance of Buildings ~~(England and Wales)~~ Regulations ~~2012~~. Governs EPCs, building energy certification, and inspections.	+	* [[Energy_Performance_of_Buildings_Directive\|Energy Performance of Buildings Regulations]]. Governs EPCs, building energy certification, and inspections.
−	* ~~Environmental Permitting~~ (England ~~and Wales~~) ~~Regulations 2016. Governs permits for waste, emissions, and water discharges.~~	+	* [[Fire_Safety_(England)_Regulations_2022\|Fire Safety Regulations]]. Post-Grenfell reforms on fire safety in high-rise and multi-occupied buildings.
−	* Fire Safety ~~(England)~~ Regulations ~~2022~~. Post-Grenfell reforms on fire safety in high-rise and multi-occupied buildings.	+	* [[The_Late_Payment_of_Commercial_Debts_Regulations\|Late Payment of Commercial Debts Regulations]].
−	* ~~Hazardous Waste (England and Wales) Regulations 2005. Management of hazardous waste produced on sites.~~	+	* [[Lifting_Operations_and_Lifting_Equipment_Regulations_(LOLER)\|Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations]] (LOLER). Safe use of cranes, hoists, and lifting gear.
−	* Late Payment of Commercial Debts Regulations ~~2013~~.	+	* [[Management_of_Health_and_Safety_at_Work_Regulations_1999\|Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations]] (MHSWR). Risk assessments and management duties.
−	* Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations ~~1998~~ (LOLER). Safe use of cranes, hoists, and lifting gear.	+	* [[Manual_Handling_Operations_Regulations_1992\|Manual Handling Operations Regulations]]. Safe lifting and movement of loads.
−	* Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations ~~1999~~ (MHSWR). Risk assessments and management duties.	+	* [[The_Personal_Protective_Equipment_at_Work_Regulations_1992\|Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations]]. Requirements for PPE provision and use.
−	* Manual Handling Operations Regulations ~~1992~~. Safe lifting and movement of loads.	+	* [[Provision_and_Use_of_Work_Equipment_Regulations_PUWER\|Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations]] (PUWER). Safe use of tools and equipment.
−	* Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations ~~1992 (as amended 2022)~~. Requirements for PPE provision and use.	+	* [[Reporting_of_Injuries,_Diseases_and_Dangerous_Occurrences_Regulations\|Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations]] (RIDDOR). Accident and incident reporting duties.
−	* Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations ~~1998~~ (PUWER). Safe use of tools and equipment.	+	* [[Work_at_height_regulations\|Work at Height Regulations]]. Prevent falls from height, a leading cause of fatalities
−	* Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations ~~2013~~ (RIDDOR). Accident and incident reporting duties.	+
−	* ~~Waste (England and Wales) Regulations 2011. Implementing the Waste Framework Directive, duties on waste reduction and disposal.~~	+
−	* Work at Height Regulations ~~2005~~. Prevent falls from height, a leading cause of fatalities	+

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	+	[[File:Legislation_header_1000.jpg\|link=File:Legislation_header_1000.jpg]]

	+	= Key takeaways =
	+
	+	The construction industry is heavily regulated, extending beyond planning and safety to include environment, property, taxation, heritage, energy use, access and many other aspects. Acts of Parliament like the Building Act 1984 and CDM Regulations 2015, set legal duties; regulations and statutory instruments provide the detailed rules, while standards and compliance systems operationalise them. A broad understanding of legislation helps construction professionals meet their obligations, achieve compliance, and avoid penalties.
	+
	+	= Why legislation in construction matters =
	+
	+	Legislation creates the framework within which the industry operates:
	+
	+	* Professionals must know the legal framework governing design, construction, operation and decommissioning.
	+	* Legislation clearly defines the duties of designers, contractors, and employers.
	+	* Understanding legislation allows early identification of constraints.
	+	* Compliance ensures that structures are safe, durable, and fit for purpose.
	+	* Non-compliance can prevent projects progressing and lead to enforcement action or civil liability.
	+	* Legal frameworks protect clients and end users by requiring conformity with agreed specifications and performance standards.
	+	* Legislation underpins procedures such as adjudication and arbitration, providing structured ways to resolve conflicts.
	+	* A strong legal framework helps maintain professionalism and trust.
	+
	+	= Key articles relating to legislation on Designing Buildings =
	+
	+	== Other knowledge hubs ==
	+
	+	There are separate knowledge hubs for key aspects of legislation that are important to the construction industry:
	+
	+	* [[Regulations_for_design_and_construction:_Knowledge_hub\|Building regulations]].
	+	* [[Health_and_safety_/_CDM_in_construction:_Knowledge_hub\|Health and safety / CDM]].
	+	* [[Planning_permission_knowledge_hub\|Planning permission]].
	+
	+	== General articles ==
	+
	+	* [[Legislation\|Legislation]]. Overview of all construction-related legislative categories.
	+	* [[Act\|Act]]. Explains what constitutes primary legislation and lists major construction-related Acts
	+	* [[Environmental_legislation_for_building_design_and_construction\|Environmental legislation for building design and construction]]. Summarises environmental Acts and regulations affecting building projects.
	+	* [[What_are_regulations%3F\|What are regulations?]]. Defines statutory instruments like Building and CDM regulations.
	+	* [[Common_law\|Common law]]. Explains judge-made law versus statutory law.
	+	* [[Construction_law\|Construction law]]. Signpost to all legal aspects affecting construction projects
	+	* [[Housing_related_Acts_index\|Housing related Acts index]]. A list of key legislation.
	+	* [[Statutory_instruments\|Statutory instruments]]. Explains delegated legislation types and their application.
	+	* [[Approved_documents\|Approved documents]]. Guidance linked to Building regulations under the Building Act.
	+	* [[Alternative_Dispute_Resolution_legislation\|Alternative dispute resolution legislation]]. Regulation of non-court legal processes in construction.
	+
	+	== Specific Acts of Parliament ==
	+
	+	* [[The_Architects_Act\|Architects Act]]. Legally defines the institution and regulation of architects.
	+	* [[The_Building_Act\|Building Act]]. Full detail on the principal building legislation.
	+	* [[Building_Safety_Act_2022\|Building Safety Act]]. Introduces new duties and oversight after Grenfell.
	+	* [[Clean_Air_Act\|Clean Air Act]]. Environmental legislation impacting construction emissions.
	+	* [[Climate_Change_Act\|Climate Change Act]]. legally binding emission reduction targets impacting construction and energy performance.
	+	* [[Environmental_Protection_Act\|Environmental Protection Act]]. Governs waste and contamination responsibilities.
	+	* [[Equality_Act\|Equality Act]].
	+	* [[Fire_Safety_Act\|Fire Safety Act]]. Updates the Building Act to cover fire safety in buildings.
	+	* [[Flood_and_Water_Management_Act\|Flood and Water Management Act]]. Controls site flood considerations.
	+	* [[Health_and_safety_at_work_act\|Health and Safety at Work Act]]. cornerstone legislation setting out employers’ duties to protect health and safety.
	+	* [[Housing_Acts\|Housing Acts]]. Various Acts.
	+	* [[Housing_Grants,_Construction_and_Regeneration_Act\|Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act]] 1996. Establishes rights to adjudication and payment protection in construction contracts.
	+	* [[Local_Democracy,_Economic_Development_and_Construction_Act_2009\|Local Democracy, Economic Development and Construction Act]].
	+	* [[Localism_Act\|Localism Act]]. introduced neighbourhood planning and greater local control.
	+	* [[Party_Wall_Act\|Party Wall Act]]. Statutory framework for party wall matters.
	+	* [[Planning_(Listed_Buildings_and_Conservation_Areas)_Act\|Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act]].
	+	* [[Planning_act\|Planning Act]]. Framework for nationally significant infrastructure projects.
	+	* [[Planning_and_Compulsory_Purchase_Act\|Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act]]. Modernised the planning system, introducing local development frameworks.
	+	* [[Town_and_Country_Planning_Act\|Town and Country Planning Act]]. Key statute governing planning permission, development control and enforcement.
	+	* [[Wildlife_and_Countryside_Act\|Wildlife and Countryside Act]]. Protects species and habitats under threat.
	+
	+	== Specific regulations ==
	+
	+	* Building Regulations 2010 (as amended). Core requirements for design, construction, and fire safety.
	+	* Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015). Principal regulations governing roles, responsibilities, and safety in construction projects.
	+	* Construction Products Regulations (EU 305/2011, retained in UK law). CE/UKCA marking requirements for products.
	+	* Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. Duties for surveying, removing, and working around asbestos.
	+	* Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005. Protecting workers from noise exposure.
	+	* Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (COSHH). Managing exposure to harmful substances (dust, chemicals, fumes).
	+	* Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2005. Limiting hand–arm and whole-body vibration exposure.
	+	* Energy Performance of Buildings (England and Wales) Regulations 2012. Governs EPCs, building energy certification, and inspections.
	+	* Environmental Permitting (England and Wales) Regulations 2016. Governs permits for waste, emissions, and water discharges.
	+	* Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022. Post-Grenfell reforms on fire safety in high-rise and multi-occupied buildings.
	+	* Hazardous Waste (England and Wales) Regulations 2005. Management of hazardous waste produced on sites.
	+	* Late Payment of Commercial Debts Regulations 2013.
	+	* Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER). Safe use of cranes, hoists, and lifting gear.
	+	* Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 (MHSWR). Risk assessments and management duties.
	+	* Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992. Safe lifting and movement of loads.
	+	* Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 1992 (as amended 2022). Requirements for PPE provision and use.
	+	* Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER). Safe use of tools and equipment.
	+	* Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013 (RIDDOR). Accident and incident reporting duties.
	+	* Waste (England and Wales) Regulations 2011. Implementing the Waste Framework Directive, duties on waste reduction and disposal.
	+	* Work at Height Regulations 2005. Prevent falls from height, a leading cause of fatalities
	+
	+	= All other articles about legislation =
	+
	+	There are more than 500 articles about legislation on Designing Buildings. [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Category:Other_legislation A full index is available here.]
	+
	+	[[Construction_knowledge_hubs\|You can access our other subject-specific knowledge hubs here]].
	+
	+	= Stay up-to-date =
	+
	+	This hub will be updated regularly with new guidance, policy changes, and innovations. Bookmark this page or [https://designingbuildings.us4.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d574d9ea2afa87f3015d176f3&id=b0e8c9e30b subscribe to our newsletter] to stay informed.
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−	~~= Key takeaways =~~
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−	The construction industry is heavily regulated, extending beyond planning and safety to include environment, property, taxation, heritage, energy use, access and many other aspects. Acts of Parliament like the Building Act 1984 and CDM Regulations 2015, set legal duties; regulations and statutory instruments provide the detailed rules, while standards and compliance systems operationalise them. A broad understanding of legislation helps construction professionals meet their obligations, achieve compliance, and avoid penalties.
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−	~~= Why legislation in construction matters =~~
−
−	~~Legislation creates the framework within which the industry operates:~~
−
−	* Professionals must know the legal framework governing design, construction, operation and decommissioning.
−	* Legislation clearly defines the duties of designers, contractors, and employers.
−	* Understanding legislation allows early identification of constraints.
−	* Compliance ensures that structures are safe, durable, and fit for purpose.
−	* Non-compliance can prevent projects progressing and lead to enforcement action or civil liability.
−	* Legal frameworks protect clients and end users by requiring conformity with agreed specifications and performance standards.
−	* Legislation underpins procedures such as adjudication and arbitration, providing structured ways to resolve conflicts.
−	* A strong legal framework helps maintain professionalism and trust.
−
−	~~= Key articles relating to legislation on Designing Buildings =~~
−
−	~~== Other knowledge hubs ==~~
−
−	~~There are separate knowledge hubs for key aspects of legislation that are important to the construction industry:~~
−
−	* [[Regulations_for_design_and_construction:_Knowledge_hub\|Building regulations]].
−	* [[Health_and_safety_/_CDM_in_construction:_Knowledge_hub\|Health and safety / CDM]].
−	* [[Planning_permission_knowledge_hub\|Planning permission]].
−
−	~~== General articles ==~~
−
−	* [[Legislation\|Legislation]]. Overview of all construction-related legislative categories.
−	* [[Act\|Act]]. Explains what constitutes primary legislation and lists major construction-related Acts
−	* [[Environmental_legislation_for_building_design_and_construction\|Environmental legislation for building design and construction]]. Summarises environmental Acts and regulations affecting building projects.
−	* [[What_are_regulations?\|What are regulations?]]. Defines statutory instruments like Building and CDM regulations.
−	* [[Common_law\|Common law]]. Explains judge-made law versus statutory law.
−	* [[Construction_law\|Construction law]]. Signpost to all legal aspects affecting construction projects
−	* [[Housing_related_Acts_index\|Housing related Acts index]]. A list of key legislation.
−	* [[Statutory_instruments\|Statutory instruments]]. Explains delegated legislation types and their application.
−	* [[Approved_documents\|Approved documents]]. Guidance linked to Building regulations under the Building Act.
−	* [[Alternative_Dispute_Resolution_legislation\|Alternative dispute resolution legislation]]. Regulation of non-court legal processes in construction.
−
−	~~== Specific Acts of Parliament ==~~
−
−	* Architects Act 1997. Legally defines the institution and regulation of architects.
−	* Building Act 1984. Full detail on the principal building legislation.
−	* Building Safety Act 2022. Introduces new duties and oversight after Grenfell.
−	* Clean Air Act. Environmental legislation impacting construction emissions.
−	* Climate Change Act 2008. legally binding emission reduction targets impacting construction and energy performance.
−	* Control of Pollution Act 1974. controls noise, waste and pollution from construction activities.
−	* Environmental Act 2021. post-Brexit environmental governance, affecting water, air, and biodiversity in construction projects.
−	* Environmental Protection Act. Governs waste and contamination responsibilities.
−	* Equality Act 2010.
−	* Fire Safety Act 2021. Updates the Building Act to cover fire safety in buildings.
−	* Flood and Water Management Act. Controls site flood considerations.
−	* Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974. cornerstone legislation setting out employers’ duties to protect health and safety.
−	* Housing Act 2004. Introduced the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) and licensing of HMOs.
−	* Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996. Establishes rights to adjudication and payment protection in construction contracts.
−	* Local Democracy, Economic Development and Construction Act 2009.
−	* Localism Act 2011. introduced neighbourhood planning and greater local control.
−	* Party Wall Act. Statutory framework for party wall matters.
−	* Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990.
−	* Planning Act 2008. Framework for nationally significant infrastructure projects.
−	* Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004. Modernised the planning system, introducing local development frameworks.
−	* Town and Country Planning Act 1990. Key statute governing planning permission, development control and enforcement.
−	* Wildlife and Countryside Act. Protects species and habitats under threat.
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−	~~== Specific regulations ==~~
−
−	* Building Regulations 2010 (as amended). Core requirements for design, construction, and fire safety.
−	* Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015). Principal regulations governing roles, responsibilities, and safety in construction projects.
−	* Construction Products Regulations (EU 305/2011, retained in UK law). CE/UKCA marking requirements for products.
−	* Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. Duties for surveying, removing, and working around asbestos.
−	* Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005. Protecting workers from noise exposure.
−	* Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (COSHH). Managing exposure to harmful substances (dust, chemicals, fumes).
−	* Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2005. Limiting hand–arm and whole-body vibration exposure.
−	* Energy Performance of Buildings (England and Wales) Regulations 2012. Governs EPCs, building energy certification, and inspections.
−	* Environmental Permitting (England and Wales) Regulations 2016. Governs permits for waste, emissions, and water discharges.
−	* Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022. Post-Grenfell reforms on fire safety in high-rise and multi-occupied buildings.
−	* Hazardous Waste (England and Wales) Regulations 2005. Management of hazardous waste produced on sites.
−	* Late Payment of Commercial Debts Regulations 2013.
−	* Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER). Safe use of cranes, hoists, and lifting gear.
−	* Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 (MHSWR). Risk assessments and management duties.
−	* Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992. Safe lifting and movement of loads.
−	* Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 1992 (as amended 2022). Requirements for PPE provision and use.
−	* Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER). Safe use of tools and equipment.
−	* Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013 (RIDDOR). Accident and incident reporting duties.
−	* Waste (England and Wales) Regulations 2011. Implementing the Waste Framework Directive, duties on waste reduction and disposal.
−	* Work at Height Regulations 2005. Prevent falls from height, a leading cause of fatalities
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−	~~= All other articles about legislation =~~
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−	~~There are more than 500 articles about legislation on Designing Buildings. [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Category:Other_legislation A full index is available here.]~~
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−	~~[[Construction_knowledge_hubs\|You can access our other subject-specific knowledge hubs here]].~~
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−	~~= Stay up-to-date =~~
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−	This hub will be updated regularly with new guidance, policy changes, and innovations. Bookmark this page or [https://designingbuildings.us4.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d574d9ea2afa87f3015d176f3&id=b0e8c9e30b subscribe to our newsletter] to stay informed.
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	== General articles ==		== General articles ==

−	* Legislation. Overview of all construction-related legislative categories ~~(Designing Buildings, Designing Buildings, Designing Buildings)~~	+	* [[Legislation\|Legislation]]. Overview of all construction-related legislative categories.
−	* Act. Explains what constitutes primary legislation and lists major construction-related Acts	+	* [[Act\|Act]]. Explains what constitutes primary legislation and lists major construction-related Acts
−	* Environmental legislation for building design and construction. Summarises environmental Acts and regulations affecting building projects ~~(Designing Buildings)~~	+	* [[Environmental_legislation_for_building_design_and_construction\|Environmental legislation for building design and construction]]. Summarises environmental Acts and regulations affecting building projects.
−	* What are regulations?. Defines statutory instruments like Building and CDM regulations ~~(Designing Buildings)~~	+	* [[What_are_regulations?\|What are regulations?]]. Defines statutory instruments like Building and CDM regulations.
−	* Building legislation and guidance update. Discusses recent updates to key building legislation (Designing Buildings)	+	* [[Common_law\|Common law]]. Explains judge-made law versus statutory law.
−	* Acts of Parliament relevant to construction. Lists core Acts like Planning Act, Party Wall Act, etc. ~~(Designing Buildings)~~	+	* [[Construction_law\|Construction law]]. Signpost to all legal aspects affecting construction projects
−	* Common law. Explains judge-made law versus statutory law ~~(Designing Buildings)~~	+	* [[Housing_related_Acts_index\|Housing related Acts index]]. A list of key legislation.
−	* Construction law. ~~Covers~~ all legal aspects affecting construction projects	+	* [[Statutory_instruments\|Statutory instruments]]. Explains delegated legislation types and their application.
−	* ~~Construction industry legislation and standards~~. ~~Overview~~ of legislation~~, standards, and compliance frameworks (Designing Buildings)~~	+	* [[Approved_documents\|Approved documents]]. Guidance linked to Building regulations under the Building Act.
−	* Compliance in the construction industry. ~~Explores adherence to regulations, certification, and recent issues post-Grenfell (Designing Buildings)~~	+	* [[Alternative_Dispute_Resolution_legislation\|Alternative dispute resolution legislation]]. Regulation of non-court legal processes in construction.
−	* Housing related Acts index	+
−	* Statutory instruments. Explains delegated legislation types and their application ~~(Designing Buildings)~~	+
−	* Approved documents. Guidance linked to Building regulations under the Building Act ~~(Designing Buildings)~~	+
−	* Alternative dispute resolution legislation. Regulation of non-court legal processes in construction ~~(Designing Buildings)~~	+
−	* Health and Safety Regulations. Encompasses site safety rules via regulations (e.g.~~, COSHH, LOLER)~~	+

	== Specific Acts of Parliament ==		== Specific Acts of Parliament ==
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	== Specific regulations ==		== Specific regulations ==

−	* Building Regulations 2010 (as amended). ~~core~~ requirements for design, construction, and fire safety.	+	* Building Regulations 2010 (as amended). Core requirements for design, construction, and fire safety.
−	* Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015). ~~principal~~ regulations governing roles, responsibilities, and safety in construction projects.	+	* Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015). Principal regulations governing roles, responsibilities, and safety in construction projects.
	* Construction Products Regulations (EU 305/2011, retained in UK law). CE/UKCA marking requirements for products.		* Construction Products Regulations (EU 305/2011, retained in UK law). CE/UKCA marking requirements for products.
−	* Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. ~~duties~~ for surveying, removing, and working around asbestos.	+	* Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. Duties for surveying, removing, and working around asbestos.
−	* Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005. ~~protecting~~ workers from noise exposure.	+	* Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005. Protecting workers from noise exposure.
−	* Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (COSHH). ~~managing~~ exposure to harmful substances (dust, chemicals, fumes).	+	* Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (COSHH). Managing exposure to harmful substances (dust, chemicals, fumes).
−	* Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2005. ~~limiting~~ hand–arm and whole-body vibration exposure.	+	* Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2005. Limiting hand–arm and whole-body vibration exposure.
−	* Energy Performance of Buildings (England and Wales) Regulations 2012. ~~governs~~ EPCs, building energy certification, and inspections.	+	* Energy Performance of Buildings (England and Wales) Regulations 2012. Governs EPCs, building energy certification, and inspections.
−	* Environmental Permitting (England and Wales) Regulations 2016. ~~governs~~ permits for waste, emissions, and water discharges.	+	* Environmental Permitting (England and Wales) Regulations 2016. Governs permits for waste, emissions, and water discharges.
−	* Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022. ~~post~~-Grenfell reforms on fire safety in high-rise and multi-occupied buildings.	+	* Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022. Post-Grenfell reforms on fire safety in high-rise and multi-occupied buildings.
−	* Hazardous Waste (England and Wales) Regulations 2005. ~~management~~ of hazardous waste produced on sites.	+	* Hazardous Waste (England and Wales) Regulations 2005. Management of hazardous waste produced on sites.
	* Late Payment of Commercial Debts Regulations 2013.		* Late Payment of Commercial Debts Regulations 2013.
−	* Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER). ~~safe~~ use of cranes, hoists, and lifting gear.	+	* Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER). Safe use of cranes, hoists, and lifting gear.
−	* Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 (MHSWR). ~~risk~~ assessments and management duties.	+	* Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 (MHSWR). Risk assessments and management duties.
−	* Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992. ~~safe~~ lifting and movement of loads.	+	* Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992. Safe lifting and movement of loads.
−	* Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 1992 (as amended 2022). ~~requirements~~ for PPE provision and use.	+	* Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 1992 (as amended 2022). Requirements for PPE provision and use.
−	* Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER). ~~safe~~ use of tools and equipment.	+	* Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER). Safe use of tools and equipment.
−	* Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013 (RIDDOR). ~~accident~~ and incident reporting duties.	+	* Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013 (RIDDOR). Accident and incident reporting duties.
−	* Waste (England and Wales) Regulations 2011. ~~implementing~~ the Waste Framework Directive, duties on waste reduction and disposal.	+	* Waste (England and Wales) Regulations 2011. Implementing the Waste Framework Directive, duties on waste reduction and disposal.
−	* Work at Height Regulations 2005. ~~prevent~~ falls from height, a leading cause of fatalities	+	* Work at Height Regulations 2005. Prevent falls from height, a leading cause of fatalities

	= All other articles about legislation =		= All other articles about legislation =

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	== General articles ==		== General articles ==

−	* Legislation – Overview of all construction-related legislative categories (Designing Buildings, Designing Buildings, Designing Buildings)	+	* Legislation. Overview of all construction-related legislative categories (Designing Buildings, Designing Buildings, Designing Buildings)
−	* Act – Explains what constitutes primary legislation and lists major construction-related Acts	+	* Act. Explains what constitutes primary legislation and lists major construction-related Acts
−		+	* Environmental legislation for building design and construction. Summarises environmental Acts and regulations affecting building projects (Designing Buildings)
−	* Environmental legislation for building design and construction – Summarises environmental Acts and regulations affecting building projects (Designing Buildings)	+	* What are regulations?. Defines statutory instruments like Building and CDM regulations (Designing Buildings)
−	* What are regulations? – Defines statutory instruments like Building and CDM regulations (Designing Buildings)	+	* Building legislation and guidance update. Discusses recent updates to key building legislation (Designing Buildings)
−	* Building legislation and guidance update – Discusses recent updates to key building legislation (Designing Buildings)	+	* Acts of Parliament relevant to construction. Lists core Acts like Planning Act, Party Wall Act, etc. (Designing Buildings)
−	* Acts of Parliament relevant to construction – Lists core Acts like Planning Act, Party Wall Act, etc. (Designing Buildings)	+	* Common law. Explains judge-made law versus statutory law (Designing Buildings)
−	* Common law – Explains judge-made law versus statutory law (Designing Buildings)	+	* Construction law. Covers all legal aspects affecting construction projects
−	* Construction law – Covers all legal aspects affecting construction projects	+	* Construction industry legislation and standards. Overview of legislation, standards, and compliance frameworks (Designing Buildings)
−	* Construction industry legislation and standards – Overview of legislation, standards, and compliance frameworks (Designing Buildings)	+	* Compliance in the construction industry. Explores adherence to regulations, certification, and recent issues post-Grenfell (Designing Buildings)
−	* Compliance in the construction industry – Explores adherence to regulations, certification, and recent issues post-Grenfell (Designing Buildings)	+
	* Housing related Acts index		* Housing related Acts index
−	* Statutory instruments – Explains delegated legislation types and their application (Designing Buildings)	+	* Statutory instruments. Explains delegated legislation types and their application (Designing Buildings)
−	* Approved documents – Guidance linked to Building regulations under the Building Act (Designing Buildings)	+	* Approved documents. Guidance linked to Building regulations under the Building Act (Designing Buildings)
−	* Alternative dispute resolution legislation – Regulation of non-court legal processes in construction (Designing Buildings)	+	* Alternative dispute resolution legislation. Regulation of non-court legal processes in construction (Designing Buildings)
−	* Health and Safety Regulations – Encompasses site safety rules via regulations (e.g., COSHH, LOLER)	+	* Health and Safety Regulations. Encompasses site safety rules via regulations (e.g., COSHH, LOLER)

	== Specific Acts of Parliament ==		== Specific Acts of Parliament ==

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	== Specific Acts of Parliament ==		== Specific Acts of Parliament ==

−	* Arbitration Act.	+	* Architects Act 1997. Legally defines the institution and regulation of architects.
−	* Architects Act 1997. Legally defines the institution and regulation of architects	+	* Building Act 1984. Full detail on the principal building legislation.
−	* Building Act 1984. Full detail on the principal building legislation	+	* Building Safety Act 2022. Introduces new duties and oversight after Grenfell.
−	* Building Safety Act 2022. Introduces new duties and oversight after Grenfell	+	* Clean Air Act. Environmental legislation impacting construction emissions.
−	* Clean Air Act. Environmental legislation impacting construction emissions	+	* Climate Change Act 2008. legally binding emission reduction targets impacting construction and energy performance.
−	* ~~Energy act~~ of ~~2011~~.	+	* Control of Pollution Act 1974. controls noise, waste and pollution from construction activities.
−	* Environmental Protection Act. Governs waste and contamination responsibilities	+	* Environmental Act 2021. post-Brexit environmental governance, affecting water, air, and biodiversity in construction projects.
−	* Fire Safety Act 2021. Updates the Building Act to cover fire safety in buildings	+	* Environmental Protection Act. Governs waste and contamination responsibilities.
−	* Flood and Water Management Act. Controls site flood considerations	+	* Equality Act 2010.
−	* Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act ~~HGRA~~.	+	* Fire Safety Act 2021. Updates the Building Act to cover fire safety in buildings.
−	* ~~Housing Grants~~, ~~Construction~~ and ~~Regeneration~~ Act.	+	* Flood and Water Management Act. Controls site flood considerations.
−	* Localism Act.	+	* Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974. cornerstone legislation setting out employers’ duties to protect health and safety.
−	* Party Wall Act. Statutory framework for party wall matters (~~listed under category, implicit article~~)	+	* Housing Act 2004. Introduced the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) and licensing of HMOs.
−	* Planning Act 2008.	+	* Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996. Establishes rights to adjudication and payment protection in construction contracts.
−	* Town and Country Planning Act.	+	* Local Democracy, Economic Development and Construction Act 2009.
−	* Wildlife and Countryside Act. Protects species and habitats under threat	+	* Localism Act 2011. introduced neighbourhood planning and greater local control.
		+	* Party Wall Act. Statutory framework for party wall matters.
		+	* Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990.
		+	* Planning Act 2008. Framework for nationally significant infrastructure projects.
		+	* Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004. Modernised the planning system, introducing local development frameworks.
		+	* Town and Country Planning Act 1990. Key statute governing planning permission, development control and enforcement.
		+	* Wildlife and Countryside Act. Protects species and habitats under threat.

	== Specific regulations ==		== Specific regulations ==

−	* Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 ~~– Covers statutory health~~ and safety ~~duties~~ in construction	+	* Building Regulations 2010 (as amended). core requirements for design, construction, and fire safety.
−	* Control of Noise Regulations ~~– Manages construction~~ noise ~~limits~~	+	* Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015). principal regulations governing roles, responsibilities, and safety in construction projects.
−	* ~~The~~ Late Payment of Commercial Debts Regulations 2013.	+	* Construction Products Regulations (EU 305/2011, retained in UK law). CE/UKCA marking requirements for products.
		+	* Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. duties for surveying, removing, and working around asbestos.
		+	* Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005. protecting workers from noise exposure.
		+	* Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (COSHH). managing exposure to harmful substances (dust, chemicals, fumes).
		+	* Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2005. limiting hand–arm and whole-body vibration exposure.
		+	* Energy Performance of Buildings (England and Wales) Regulations 2012. governs EPCs, building energy certification, and inspections.
		+	* Environmental Permitting (England and Wales) Regulations 2016. governs permits for waste, emissions, and water discharges.
		+	* Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022. post-Grenfell reforms on fire safety in high-rise and multi-occupied buildings.
		+	* Hazardous Waste (England and Wales) Regulations 2005. management of hazardous waste produced on sites.
		+	* Late Payment of Commercial Debts Regulations 2013.
		+	* Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER). safe use of cranes, hoists, and lifting gear.
		+	* Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 (MHSWR). risk assessments and management duties.
		+	* Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992. safe lifting and movement of loads.
		+	* Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 1992 (as amended 2022). requirements for PPE provision and use.
		+	* Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER). safe use of tools and equipment.
		+	* Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013 (RIDDOR). accident and incident reporting duties.
		+	* Waste (England and Wales) Regulations 2011. implementing the Waste Framework Directive, duties on waste reduction and disposal.
		+	* Work at Height Regulations 2005. prevent falls from height, a leading cause of fatalities

	= All other articles about legislation =		= All other articles about legislation =

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	* [[Health_and_safety_/_CDM_in_construction:_Knowledge_hub\|Health and safety / CDM]].		* [[Health_and_safety_/_CDM_in_construction:_Knowledge_hub\|Health and safety / CDM]].
	* [[Planning_permission_knowledge_hub\|Planning permission]].		* [[Planning_permission_knowledge_hub\|Planning permission]].
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−	~~== Acts of parliament ==~~
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−	~~Clean Air Act~~
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−	~~Environmental Protection Act~~
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−	~~Architects Act 1997~~
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−	~~Party Wall Act~~
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−	~~Wildlife and Countryside Act~~
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−	~~Building Act – Details the Act empowering building regulations~~
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−	* Building Act 1984 – Full detail on the principal building legislation (Designing Buildings)
−	* Party Wall Act – Statutory framework for party wall matters (listed under category, implicit article)
−	* Architects Act 1997 – Legally defines the institution and regulation of architects (Wikipedia)
−	* Clean Air Act – Environmental legislation impacting construction emissions (Designing Buildings)
−	* Environmental Protection Act – Governs waste and contamination responsibilities (Designing Buildings)
−	* Flood and Water Management Act – Controls site flood considerations (Designing Buildings)
−	* Wildlife and Countryside Act – Protects species and habitats under threat (Designing Buildings)
−	* Building Safety Act 2022 – Introduces new duties and oversight after Grenfell (Wikipedia)
−	* Fire Safety Act 2021 – Updates the Building Act to cover fire safety in buildings (Wikipedia)
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−	~~== Regulations ==~~
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−	~~Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 – Covers statutory health and safety duties in construction~~
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−	~~Control of Noise Regulations – Manages construction noise limits (Designing Buildings)~~

	== General articles ==		== General articles ==
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	* Construction industry legislation and standards – Overview of legislation, standards, and compliance frameworks (Designing Buildings)		* Construction industry legislation and standards – Overview of legislation, standards, and compliance frameworks (Designing Buildings)
	* Compliance in the construction industry – Explores adherence to regulations, certification, and recent issues post-Grenfell (Designing Buildings)		* Compliance in the construction industry – Explores adherence to regulations, certification, and recent issues post-Grenfell (Designing Buildings)
		+	* Housing related Acts index
	* Statutory instruments – Explains delegated legislation types and their application (Designing Buildings)		* Statutory instruments – Explains delegated legislation types and their application (Designing Buildings)
	* Approved documents – Guidance linked to Building regulations under the Building Act (Designing Buildings)		* Approved documents – Guidance linked to Building regulations under the Building Act (Designing Buildings)
	* Alternative dispute resolution legislation – Regulation of non-court legal processes in construction (Designing Buildings)		* Alternative dispute resolution legislation – Regulation of non-court legal processes in construction (Designing Buildings)
	* Health and Safety Regulations – Encompasses site safety rules via regulations (e.g., COSHH, LOLER)		* Health and Safety Regulations – Encompasses site safety rules via regulations (e.g., COSHH, LOLER)
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		+	== Specific Acts of Parliament ==
		+
		+	* Arbitration Act.
		+	* Architects Act 1997. Legally defines the institution and regulation of architects
		+	* Building Act 1984. Full detail on the principal building legislation
		+	* Building Safety Act 2022. Introduces new duties and oversight after Grenfell
		+	* Clean Air Act. Environmental legislation impacting construction emissions
		+	* Energy act of 2011.
		+	* Environmental Protection Act. Governs waste and contamination responsibilities
		+	* Fire Safety Act 2021. Updates the Building Act to cover fire safety in buildings
		+	* Flood and Water Management Act. Controls site flood considerations
		+	* Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act HGRA.
		+	* Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act.
		+	* Localism Act.
		+	* Party Wall Act. Statutory framework for party wall matters (listed under category, implicit article)
		+	* Planning Act 2008.
		+	* Town and Country Planning Act.
		+	* Wildlife and Countryside Act. Protects species and habitats under threat
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		+	== Specific regulations ==
		+
		+	* Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 – Covers statutory health and safety duties in construction
		+	* Control of Noise Regulations – Manages construction noise limits
		+	* The Late Payment of Commercial Debts Regulations 2013.

	= All other articles about legislation =		= All other articles about legislation =

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	* A strong legal framework helps maintain professionalism and trust.		* A strong legal framework helps maintain professionalism and trust.

−	= ~~Introducing~~ legislation ~~in construction~~ =	+	= Key articles relating to legislation on Designing Buildings =

−	~~“Other legislation” in the context of construction refers to statutory Acts and regulations beyond core domains like planning, safety, and case law. This includes:~~	+	== Other knowledge hubs ==

−	~~Building Act 1984~~: ~~Enables building regulations and empowers enforcement authorities .~~	+	There are separate knowledge hubs for key aspects of legislation that are important to the construction industry:

−	~~CDM Regulations 2015~~: ~~Define health~~ and safety ~~duties across project lifecycle (Wikipedia)~~.	+	* [[Regulations_for_design_and_construction:_Knowledge_hub\|Building regulations]].
		+	* [[Health_and_safety_/_CDM_in_construction:_Knowledge_hub\|Health and safety / CDM]].
		+	* [[Planning_permission_knowledge_hub\|Planning permission]].

−	~~Environmental legislation:~~ Acts ~~like the Clean Air Act and Environmental Protection Act underpin pollution control, waste management, and protected species legislation (Designing Buildings).~~	+	== Acts of parliament ==

−	~~Specialist Acts: Such as the Architects~~ Act ~~1997, Party Wall Act, Wildlife and Countryside Act, each covering narrow yet critical areas (Designing Buildings).~~	+	Clean Air Act

−	Construction professionals must be fluent in a wide legal landscape—beyond planning and safety—to navigate Acts, regulations, and statutory instruments governing structures, environment, professional registration, and dispute resolution.	+	Environmental Protection Act

−	~~= =~~	+	Architects Act 1997

		+	Party Wall Act

		+	Wildlife and Countryside Act

−	~~= Articles relating to~~ legislation in construction =	+	Building Act – Details the Act empowering building regulations
		+
		+	* Building Act 1984 – Full detail on the principal building legislation (Designing Buildings)
		+	* Party Wall Act – Statutory framework for party wall matters (listed under category, implicit article)
		+	* Architects Act 1997 – Legally defines the institution and regulation of architects (Wikipedia)
		+	* Clean Air Act – Environmental legislation impacting construction emissions (Designing Buildings)
		+	* Environmental Protection Act – Governs waste and contamination responsibilities (Designing Buildings)
		+	* Flood and Water Management Act – Controls site flood considerations (Designing Buildings)
		+	* Wildlife and Countryside Act – Protects species and habitats under threat (Designing Buildings)
		+	* Building Safety Act 2022 – Introduces new duties and oversight after Grenfell (Wikipedia)
		+	* Fire Safety Act 2021 – Updates the Building Act to cover fire safety in buildings (Wikipedia)
		+
		+	== Regulations ==
		+
		+	Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 – Covers statutory health and safety duties in construction
		+
		+	Control of Noise Regulations – Manages construction noise limits (Designing Buildings)
		+
		+	== General articles ==

	* Legislation – Overview of all construction-related legislative categories (Designing Buildings, Designing Buildings, Designing Buildings)		* Legislation – Overview of all construction-related legislative categories (Designing Buildings, Designing Buildings, Designing Buildings)
	* Act – Explains what constitutes primary legislation and lists major construction-related Acts		* Act – Explains what constitutes primary legislation and lists major construction-related Acts
−	* The Building Act – Details the Act empowering building regulations (Designing Buildings)	+
−	* Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 – Covers statutory health and safety duties in construction (Wikipedia)	+
	* Environmental legislation for building design and construction – Summarises environmental Acts and regulations affecting building projects (Designing Buildings)		* Environmental legislation for building design and construction – Summarises environmental Acts and regulations affecting building projects (Designing Buildings)
	* What are regulations? – Defines statutory instruments like Building and CDM regulations (Designing Buildings)		* What are regulations? – Defines statutory instruments like Building and CDM regulations (Designing Buildings)
−	* Building regulations – Guidance on technical standards enforced through regulations
	* Building legislation and guidance update – Discusses recent updates to key building legislation (Designing Buildings)		* Building legislation and guidance update – Discusses recent updates to key building legislation (Designing Buildings)
	* Acts of Parliament relevant to construction – Lists core Acts like Planning Act, Party Wall Act, etc. (Designing Buildings)		* Acts of Parliament relevant to construction – Lists core Acts like Planning Act, Party Wall Act, etc. (Designing Buildings)
	* Common law – Explains judge-made law versus statutory law (Designing Buildings)		* Common law – Explains judge-made law versus statutory law (Designing Buildings)
−	* Building regulations in the UK – Describes statutory regulation and enforcement post-Building Act
−	* Building Act 1984 – Full detail on the principal building legislation (Designing Buildings)
	* Construction law – Covers all legal aspects affecting construction projects		* Construction law – Covers all legal aspects affecting construction projects
	* Construction industry legislation and standards – Overview of legislation, standards, and compliance frameworks (Designing Buildings)		* Construction industry legislation and standards – Overview of legislation, standards, and compliance frameworks (Designing Buildings)
	* Compliance in the construction industry – Explores adherence to regulations, certification, and recent issues post-Grenfell (Designing Buildings)		* Compliance in the construction industry – Explores adherence to regulations, certification, and recent issues post-Grenfell (Designing Buildings)
−	* Category: Other legislation – Index of 500+ pages covering niche legal topics (Designing Buildings)
−	* Party Wall Act – Statutory framework for party wall matters (listed under category, implicit article)
−	* Architects Act 1997 – Legally defines the institution and regulation of architects (Wikipedia)
−	* Clean Air Act – Environmental legislation impacting construction emissions (Designing Buildings)
−	* Environmental Protection Act – Governs waste and contamination responsibilities (Designing Buildings)
−	* Flood and Water Management Act – Controls site flood considerations (Designing Buildings)
−	* Wildlife and Countryside Act – Protects species and habitats under threat (Designing Buildings)
−	* Building Safety Act 2022 – Introduces new duties and oversight after Grenfell (Wikipedia)
−	* Fire Safety Act 2021 – Updates the Building Act to cover fire safety in buildings (Wikipedia)
−	* CDM 2007 – Predecessor health and safety legislation outlining CDM duties (Wikipedia)
	* Statutory instruments – Explains delegated legislation types and their application (Designing Buildings)		* Statutory instruments – Explains delegated legislation types and their application (Designing Buildings)
	* Approved documents – Guidance linked to Building regulations under the Building Act (Designing Buildings)		* Approved documents – Guidance linked to Building regulations under the Building Act (Designing Buildings)
−	* Control of Noise Regulations – Manages construction noise limits (Designing Buildings)
−	* Health and Safety Regulations – Encompasses site safety rules via regulations (e.g., COSHH, LOLER)
	* Alternative dispute resolution legislation – Regulation of non-court legal processes in construction (Designing Buildings)		* Alternative dispute resolution legislation – Regulation of non-court legal processes in construction (Designing Buildings)
		+	* Health and Safety Regulations – Encompasses site safety rules via regulations (e.g., COSHH, LOLER)

	= All other articles about legislation =		= All other articles about legislation =

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	* [[Climate_Change_Act\|Climate Change Act]]. legally binding emission reduction targets impacting construction and energy performance.		* [[Climate_Change_Act\|Climate Change Act]]. legally binding emission reduction targets impacting construction and energy performance.
	* [[Environmental_Protection_Act\|Environmental Protection Act]]. Governs waste and contamination responsibilities.		* [[Environmental_Protection_Act\|Environmental Protection Act]]. Governs waste and contamination responsibilities.
−	* [[Equality_Act\|Equality Act]].	+	* [[Equality_Act\|Equality Act]]. Reducing socio-economic inequalities, discrimination and harassment.
	* [[Fire_Safety_Act\|Fire Safety Act]]. Updates the Building Act to cover fire safety in buildings.		* [[Fire_Safety_Act\|Fire Safety Act]]. Updates the Building Act to cover fire safety in buildings.
	* [[Flood_and_Water_Management_Act\|Flood and Water Management Act]]. Controls site flood considerations.		* [[Flood_and_Water_Management_Act\|Flood and Water Management Act]]. Controls site flood considerations.
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	* [[Building_regulations\|Building Regulations]]. Core requirements for design, construction, and fire safety.		* [[Building_regulations\|Building Regulations]]. Core requirements for design, construction, and fire safety.
−	* [[Construction_(Design_and_Management)_Regulations\|Construction (Design and Management) Regulations]]. Principal regulations governing roles, responsibilities, and safety in construction projects.	+	* [[Construction_(Design_and_Management)_Regulations\|Construction (Design and Management) Regulations]] (CDM). Principal regulations governing roles, responsibilities, and safety in construction projects.
	* [[Construction_Products_Regulation_CPR\|Construction Products Regulations]]. CE/UKCA marking requirements for products.		* [[Construction_Products_Regulation_CPR\|Construction Products Regulations]]. CE/UKCA marking requirements for products.
	* [[Control_of_Asbestos_Regulations_2012\|Control of Asbestos Regulations]]. Duties for surveying, removing, and working around asbestos.		* [[Control_of_Asbestos_Regulations_2012\|Control of Asbestos Regulations]]. Duties for surveying, removing, and working around asbestos.
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	* [[Energy_Performance_of_Buildings_Directive\|Energy Performance of Buildings Regulations]]. Governs EPCs, building energy certification, and inspections.		* [[Energy_Performance_of_Buildings_Directive\|Energy Performance of Buildings Regulations]]. Governs EPCs, building energy certification, and inspections.
	* [[Fire_Safety_(England)_Regulations_2022\|Fire Safety Regulations]]. Post-Grenfell reforms on fire safety in high-rise and multi-occupied buildings.		* [[Fire_Safety_(England)_Regulations_2022\|Fire Safety Regulations]]. Post-Grenfell reforms on fire safety in high-rise and multi-occupied buildings.
−	* [[The_Late_Payment_of_Commercial_Debts_Regulations\|Late Payment of Commercial Debts Regulations]].	+	* [[The_Late_Payment_of_Commercial_Debts_Regulations\|Late Payment of Commercial Debts Regulations]]. Combating late payments in commercial transactions.
	* [[Lifting_Operations_and_Lifting_Equipment_Regulations_(LOLER)\|Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations]] (LOLER). Safe use of cranes, hoists, and lifting gear.		* [[Lifting_Operations_and_Lifting_Equipment_Regulations_(LOLER)\|Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations]] (LOLER). Safe use of cranes, hoists, and lifting gear.
	* [[Management_of_Health_and_Safety_at_Work_Regulations_1999\|Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations]] (MHSWR). Risk assessments and management duties.		* [[Management_of_Health_and_Safety_at_Work_Regulations_1999\|Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations]] (MHSWR). Risk assessments and management duties.