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Changes to Blue Plaque scheme

More of England’s ‘hidden heroes’ will be celebrated.

COP31

CIAT calls for retrofit to be a priority.

Common Assessment Standard

Version 6 is now available, along with guidance for ECA members.

A sense of optimism

Post-War Homes: mid-century British architecture. Book review.

What three words?

CIAT reflects on the party conferences.

Living on the edge

CIOB announce the winners of the Art of Building photography competition.

Planning reform and AI

National Scheme of Delegation introduced.

CIOB reacts to the Budget

The cost of employing people remains a concern.

Code of Practice for Electrical Energy Storage Systems.

ECA calls on members to comment on draft 4th edition.

European brick gothic

Bringing together expertise and creating cultural benefits.

Apprenticeships

CIOB celebrates positive Ofsted report.

Approved document K

The Building Safety Regulator announces a call for evidence.