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Building Safety recap April, 2026

2026-05-16T16:48:13Z

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Building Safety recap March, 2026

2026-05-16T16:42:28Z

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= In brief =

The continuing building-safety agenda across the UK, was led by the Building Safety Regulator’s one-year strategic plan and reinforced by guidance on higher-risk building safety cases, case studies on navigating the gateway process, and new Welsh reforms. It also showed regulators and government bodies focusing on practical implementation, professional standards, resident protection, and system learning, while the Hong Kong fire inquiry is being used as a stark reminder of the consequences of systemic fire-safety and oversight failures.

= In Detail =

== Building Safety Regulator strategic plan 2026 to 2027. 31 March. ==

The Building Safety Regulator’s 2026 to 2027 strategic plan sets out a one-year roadmap focused on improving operations, supporting cladding remediation, ensuring safe construction and Gateway 3 approvals, keeping safety risks and building standards under review, and raising professional standards across the built environment. It also links those priorities to the wider goals of strengthening building safety, supporting growth, and improving residents’ experience over the year from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027.

[https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/building-safety-regulator-strategic-plan-2026-to-2027/building-safety-regulator-strategic-plan-2026-to-2027 https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/building-safety-regulator-strategic-plan-2026-to-2027/building-safety-regulator-strategic-plan-2026-to-2027]

== Preparing safety case reports for Higher-Risk Buildings (HRBs) under the Building Safety Act. 24 March. ==

How to prepare a safety case report for a higher-risk building by setting out the building’s condition, identifying fire and structural hazards, showing the reasonable steps being taken to control those risks, and presenting the supporting evidence in a clear, regulator-ready format. It aligns with GOV.UK guidance that a safety case report should include basic building information, risk assessment summaries, and details of how building safety risks are managed, including completed and outstanding actions

[https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Preparing_safety_case_reports_for_Higher-Risk_Buildings_(HRBs)_under_the_Building_Safety_Act https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Preparing_safety_case_reports_for_Higher-Risk_Buildings_(HRBs)_under_the_Building_Safety_Act]

== Systemic fire safety failures exposed at Hong Kong blaze inquiry. 22 March. ==

FPA reports that Hong Kong’s inquiry found a chain of systemic failures behind the blaze, with key fire safety measures failing on the day and investigators pointing to disabled alarms and hose systems, non-fire-retardant materials, and wider management and oversight problems. The inquiry is also examining possible construction, regulatory, and tendering failures, including whether poor practices, conflicts of interest, or bid-rigging contributed to the disaster.

[https://www.thefpa.co.uk/fire-and-risk-management-journal/news/systemic-fire-safety-failures-exposed-at-hong-kong-blaze-inquiry https://www.thefpa.co.uk/fire-and-risk-management-journal/news/systemic-fire-safety-failures-exposed-at-hong-kong-blaze-inquiry]

== Two Higher-Risk Buildings (HRB) Principal Designer project case studies through the Gateways, 17 March. ==

The article presents two case studies showing how higher-risk building projects were taken through the Building Safety Act gateways, with the emphasis on early coordination, robust evidence, and managing design changes so the Gateway 2 submission is complete and defensible. It highlights the practical role of the principal designer in assembling the project brief, aligning consultants, and making sure the safety case and supporting information are ready for regulator scrutiny before construction proceeds

[https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/two-higher-risk-buildings-hrb-principal-designer-project-case-studies-through-the-gateways.html https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/two-higher-risk-buildings-hrb-principal-designer-project-case-studies-through-the-gateways.html]

== HSE launches research programme on Building Safety. 14 March. ==

The article says HSE has launched a research programme on the building safety regime to evaluate how the new system is working in practice, establish baseline measures, and track progress over time. It also notes that the work includes independent qualitative research into the experiences of people across the built environment, with a focus on compliance, culture, and any unintended consequences of the regime

[https://www.thefpa.co.uk/fire-and-risk-management-journal/news/hse-launches-research-programme-on-building-safety- https://www.thefpa.co.uk/fire-and-risk-management-journal/news/hse-launches-research-programme-on-building-safety-]

== Building Safety (Wales) Bill passes the Senedd. 10 March. ==

New building safety regime for multi-occupied residential buildings in Wales, with building categories based on height/storeys, stronger duties on building managers, registration Category 1 & 2 buildings, and stronger resident rights

[https://www.gov.wales/huge-step-forward-fire-safety-wales https://www.gov.wales/huge-step-forward-fire-safety-wales]

== Grenfell Tower: statement on elements of the Tower. 10 March. ==

The government statement says Grenfell Tower has deep personal significance for those most affected, and that the department is carefully removing and preserving requested elements from above floor 9 where possible for possible use in the memorial. It also says no decision has yet been made on whether those elements will be included, and that further consultation with the Grenfell Tower Memorial Commission and the community will be needed.

[https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/grenfell-tower-statement-on-elements-of-the-tower/grenfell-tower-statement-on-elements-of-the-tower https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/grenfell-tower-statement-on-elements-of-the-tower/grenfell-tower-statement-on-elements-of-the-tower]

== Welsh regulations and guidance support building safety and control changes. 6 March. ==

The Welsh Government circular on The Building etc. (Amendment) (Wales) Regulations 2026, regulations amend building control processes, correct earlier errors, and support implementation of the Building Safety Act 2022 in Wales.

[https://www.gov.wales/building-etc-amendment-wales-regulations-2026-wgc-0032026-html https://www.gov.wales/building-etc-amendment-wales-regulations-2026-wgc-0032026-html]

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* Building Safety recap August, 2025
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Building Safety recap April, 2026

2026-05-16T16:40:54Z

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2026-05-16T07:34:14Z

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Electrical contractors welcome crackdown on late payment and push for clean energy.

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Protecting projects, data, and digital assets: A CIOB Academy TIS.

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ITFG publishes new industry guide on how to meet the ICC principles.

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The UK's campaign to reduce noise pollution: Mythbusting, articles and topic guides.

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Industry Competence Committee.

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CIOB stresses importance of construction after new parliament elections.

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ECA, JIB and JTL back Fabian Society call to invest in skills for a stronger built environment workforce.

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Women's Contributions to the Built Environment.

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ECA collaborates on industry guide to managing competence

2026-05-16T07:32:04Z

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Electrical Contractors’ Association (ECA) has contributed to producing an industry guide to help ECA Members meet the new Industry Competence Committee (ICC) advice on managing competence in the built environment.

The guide, Managing Competence in the Built Environment: An industry guide to meeting the ICC Principles, explains how to plan, manage, support and evidence individual competence, using the recently published ICC Principles as a core framework. (see also article ITFG publishes new guidance on managing competence in organisations across the built environment)

The guide also states:

“The purpose of managing competence is not to ensure that all people meet the standards set out in industry competence frameworks but to ensure that organisations have, collectively, access to enough individuals with the necessary combination of skills, knowledge, experience and behaviours to deliver the required outcomes to the appropriate standard.”

ECA was part of the Industry Task and Finish Group (ITFG) which developed this guide, following publication of the ICC’s advice, Setting Expectations on Competence Management Principles.

The ICC advice sets out its expectations for how organisations should manage and assure the competence of those undertaking design, building work, and managing buildings.

The feedback from industry consultations undertaken in May and September 2025 has led to the common principles being established that should underpin organisational approaches to competence.

ICC will build on this advice during 2026 through the development of case studies and practical examples to support implementation.

Ruth Devine MBE, ECA’s Immediate Past President, and ICC member, said:

“As the electrotechnical sector becomes increasingly in demand in the UK through increasing digitisation, electrification and the clean energy transition, this demand must go hand-in-hand with safety and competency. The ICC’s work will help businesses demonstrate their integrity and professionalism, providing them with a framework to protect them from the risks that come from failures in competency.”

ECA Members can access these publications and further resources for free by signing up to the BSi Competence Hub.

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King’s Speech: Electrical contractors welcome crackdown on late payment and push for clean energy

2026-05-16T07:25:51Z

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ECA welcomes three major business and energy Bills announced in the King’s Speech, where action on late payment and speeding up clean energy delivery was stated to be critical to protecting small firms, jobs and supply chains across the UK.

ECA has helped Government design reforms now set out in a Small Business Protections (Late Payment) Bill, after decades of warning that systemic late payment drives closure of otherwise viable businesses forcing them to scale back, delay training, investment and growth.

ECA has led in shaping key measures in the Bill including:

* Giving the Small Business Commissioner enforcement powers, including the ability to fine large firms that fail to pay, report or comply on time.
* Closing loopholes so large customers cannot contract out of a mandatory 60-day cap on payment terms.
* Stopping parties from contracting out of the statutory 8% interest charge on late payment.
* Requiring boards or audit committees of persistently late-paying large companies to publish explanations for poor performance and set out corrective action.
* Introducing a time limit for raising invoice disputes before payment is due.
* Taking targeted action in construction to ban the practice of deducting and withholding retention payments under contracts.

Rob Driscoll, Director of Legal & Policy at ECA, said:

Late payment is not a minor inconvenience – it is a cashflow shock that hits SMEs first, putting jobs, apprenticeships and local supply chains at risk. ECA has worked for decades with Ministers and officials to make sure the voice of ECA Members is heard in shaping the reforms now coming forward.

If Parliament delivers these changes, it will be one of the most significant improvements to payment protections in a generation unlocking investment and growth.

ECA recently launched its Safe Energy Transition Charter where it stated:

‘The UK’s clean energy ambitions must be matched by a relentless focus on safety, as electrification accelerates. Delivery of a secure and safe electrical network relies on the professional skills and competence of installers’.

The King’s Speech announced two measures to accelerate the demand and use of electrification, equating to more opportunities for ECA Members:

* Energy Independence Bill: aims to speed up deployment of low carbon technologies, increase investment in the energy infrastructure and accelerate grid efficiency upgrades.
* Nuclear Regulation Bill: programme to reduce long term project costs in order to provide more affordable, low carbon electricity and therefore protect households from volatile gas prices.

Jane Dawson, Head of External Affairs at ECA, said:

If we align investment in workforce safety and competence, with clean electricity and grid capacity, the UK can reduce exposure to fossil fuel volatility building a modern, resilient and secure electrical energy system.

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This article appears on the ECA news and blog site as "King’s Speech: Electrical contractors welcome crackdown on late payment and push for clean energy' dated 14 May 2026.

--[[User:ECA|ECA]]

ECA collaborates on industry guide to managing competence

2026-05-16T07:25:37Z

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Electrical Contractors’ Association (ECA) has contributed to producing an industry guide to help ECA Members meet the new Industry Competence Committee (ICC) advice on managing competence in the built environment.

The guide, Managing Competence in the Built Environment: An industry guide to meeting the ICC Principles, explains how to plan, manage, support and evidence individual competence, using the recently published ICC Principles as a core framework. (see also article ITFG publishes new guidance on managing competence in organisations across the built environment)

The guide also states:

“The purpose of managing competence is not to ensure that all people meet the standards set out in industry competence frameworks but to ensure that organisations have, collectively, access to enough individuals with the necessary combination of skills, knowledge, experience and behaviours to deliver the required outcomes to the appropriate standard.”

ECA was part of the Industry Task and Finish Group (ITFG) which developed this guide, following publication of the ICC’s advice, Setting Expectations on Competence Management Principles.

The ICC advice sets out its expectations for how organisations should manage and assure the competence of those undertaking design, building work, and managing buildings.

The feedback from industry consultations undertaken in May and September 2025 has led to the common principles being established that should underpin organisational approaches to competence.

ICC will build on this advice during 2026 through the development of case studies and practical examples to support implementation.

Ruth Devine MBE, ECA’s Immediate Past President, and ICC member, said:

“As the electrotechnical sector becomes increasingly in demand in the UK through increasing digitisation, electrification and the clean energy transition, this demand must go hand-in-hand with safety and competency. The ICC’s work will help businesses demonstrate their integrity and professionalism, providing them with a framework to protect them from the risks that come from failures in competency.”

ECA Members can access these publications and further resources for free by signing up to the BSi Competence Hub.

ITFG publishes new guidance on managing competence in organisations across the built environment

2026-05-16T07:23:45Z

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The Industry Task and Finish Group (ITFG) has published its guidance on Managing Competence in the Built Environment: An industry guide on how to meet the ICC principles, providing practical, proportionate and risk-based support for organisations operating across the built environment.

The ITFG is an industry‑led, time‑limited group formed in June 2025 in response to the new Building Safety Regime’s requirement to manage competence in organisations. It brings together more than 50 professional bodies, industry organisations, regulators and assurance bodies, with the shared aim of translating high‑level principles for managing competence in the built environment into a practical day‑to‑day application that is recognised across the sector and helps drive up competence and building safety outcomes.

The guidance sets out what effective organisational competence management looks like in practice for organisations of all sizes and risk profiles, SMEs, micro-businesses and large organisations alike, enabling them to demonstrate that people working for them, or on their behalf, are competent for the work they undertake.

Its flexible and proportionate approach means that the guidance can be used alongside existing management systems, or as a foundation where no formal approach is yet in place. Although prompted to meet competence management requirements set by building safety reforms, it can be used more widely across the built environment.

The guidance has been developed alongside, and is fully aligned with, the Industry Competence Committee (ICC) publication Setting Expectations on Competence Management. Used together, the ICC advice sets out what good looks like at a high level, while the ITFG guidance explains how organisations can put those principles into practice.

The guidance looks at the role of organisational leadership and governance, while emphasising that actively managing competence is not simply about qualifications or training records; it is about ensuring that organisations have enough people with the right skills, knowledge, experience and behaviours for their role.

Using the principles set out in the ICC document, the ITFG guidance sets out the key elements organisations, SME’s and large organisations alike, should think about when putting effective competence management in place, defining what competence is needed for different roles and activities, assessing and verifying competence, and making sure competence is monitored and maintained over time.

The Electrical Contractors Association (ECA) were also part of the Industry Task and Finish Group (ITFG) which developed this guide, following publication of the ICC’s advice, Setting Expectations on Competence Management Principles. The ICC advice sets out its expectations for how organisations should manage and assure the competence of those undertaking design, building work, and managing buildings. The feedback from industry consultations undertaken in May and September 2025 has led to the common principles being established that should underpin organisational approaches to competence. (see article ECA collaborates on industry guide to managing competence).

The guidance will next play a key role in shaping the development of a future British Standard on managing competence in organisations. ICC will build on this advice during 2026 through the development of case studies and practical examples to support implementation.

Ruth Devine MBE, ECA’s Immediate Past President, and ICC member, said:

“As the electrotechnical sector becomes increasingly in demand in the UK through increasing digitisation, electrification and the clean energy transition, this demand must go hand-in-hand with safety and competency. The ICC’s work will help businesses demonstrate their integrity and professionalism, providing them with a framework to protect them from the risks that come from failures in competency.”

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Articles by the Electrical Contractors' Association (ECA)

2026-05-16T07:20:41Z

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The Electrical Contractors' Association (ECA) is the UK’s leading trade association that represents and supports the interests of businesses and organisations involved in electrotechnical and engineering services design, installation, inspection, testing, maintenance and monitoring across the UK (excluding Scotland). Since 1901

ECA is a founder member of [https://www.actuateuk.org.uk/ Actuate UK], a collective of eight leading trade, technology, research, and professional bodies in engineering services that deliver a single, consolidated voice for the sector.

= Articles by ECA on Designing Buildings include: =

# ECA collaborates on industry guide to managing competence. May 2026.
# King’s Speech: Electrical contractors welcome crackdown on late payment and push for clean energy. May 2026.
# ITFG publishes new guidance on managing competence in organisations across the built environment (mention). May 2026.
# Apprenticeships pay back: ECA, JIB and JTL back Fabian Society call to invest in skills for a stronger built environment workforce. May 2026
# A safe energy transition – ECA launches a new Charter. April 2026.
# ECA Edmundson Apprentice of the Year award 2026. April 2026.
# Building Regulation amendments to implement Future Homes and Buildings Standard. April 2026.
# The operational value of workforce health. March 2026
# Late payment consultation outcome: time to pay up. March 2026
# Future Homes Building Standards and plug-in solar availability. (mention) March 2026
# Assessing workforce requirements for home retrofitting in Wales. March 2026
# Industry publishes first comprehensive skills plan for engineering and building services. March 2026
# Inspiring the next generation to fulfil an electrified future. February 2026
# Safe School Gates Campaign. February 2026
# Restoration and renewal of the Palace of Westminster (mention). February 2026
# Electrical skills gap deepens as apprenticeship starts fall despite surging demand. February 2026
# Welsh and Scottish 2026 elections.(mention) February 2026
# Employment Rights Act 2025. February 2026
# Guidance notes to prepare for April Employment Rights Act changes. February 2026
# Solar panels, pitched roofs and risk of fire spread (mention) February 2026.
# ECA launches Welsh Election Manifesto. January 2026.
# Warm Homes Plan Workforce Taskforce. (mention), January 2026.
# The Warm Homes Plan details released. (mention), January 2026.
# The Orange book: 2026 Amendment 4 to BS 7671:2018, January 2026.
# Wired for the Future with ECA; powering skills and progress. January 2026.
# ECA urges next Welsh Government to address dramatic fall in electrical apprentices to enhance the Welsh economy. January 2026.
# ECA launches 125th anniversary year. January 2026.
# Fire, security and life safety systems with ECA. December 2025.
# Building Safety recap November, 2025 (mention). December 2025.
# Electrical body welcomes DESNZ clean workforce report. December 2025.
# Private Tenancies Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2024. December 2025.
# ECA supports Government u-turn on day one protection from unfair dismissal. December 2025.
# Construction and the autumn Budget 2025 (mention). November 2025.
# ECA given lifetime achievement award by SELECT as it moves into its 125th year. November 2025.
# The Flexible Skills Programme Wales. November 2025
# Industry calls for Government to prioritise reduction in electricity levies. November 2025
# Parliamentary roundtable unites industry and policy makers to drive UK electrification. November 2025
# How the Electrical Contractors' Association is acting on its member priorities. November 2025
# Collaboration in action to bridge the electrical skills gap in Kent. October 2025
# ECA welcomes Government’s Clean Energy Jobs Plan. October 2025
# Alliance launched in Cheshire to collaborate on filling local electrical skills gaps. September 2025
# Late payments consultation: tackling poor payment practices. September 2025
# ECA Edmundson Apprentice of the Year award 2025. September 2025
# Wired for growth: How electricians can close the skills gap. September 2025
# Retention reforms are within reach. September 2025
# Call for Government to ensure accountability and action on online marketplaces for product safety. Sept 2025
# Transparency on payment performance data. Aug 2025
# A clean energy future and the promise of opportunities for electrical contractors. Aug 2025
# Skills England assessment published as ECA Skills Committee appoints new Deputy Chair. Aug 2025
# ECA Skills Committee appoints new Deputy Chair. Aug 2025
# BEAMA releases safety-focused technical guidance. Aug 2025
# 50th Golden anniversary ECA Edmundson apprentice award. Aug 2025
# Welsh Apprenticeship Pathways report welcomed. Aug 2025
# Industry welcomes long awaited Government support SMEs. Aug 2025
# 2025 ECA Industry Awards judging concludes. Aug 2025
# New test to provide access to the Experienced Worker Assessment for electricians without qualifications. July 2025
# Next steps for electrification. ECA meets Climate Change Committee. July 2025
# CLC Health, Safety and Wellbeing Strategy 2025. July 2025
# Common Assessment Standard updated with mandatory building safety questions. July 2025
# The UK's Modern Industrial Strategy: A 10 year plan (mention). June 2025
# Construction Skills Mission Board launch construction sector skills mission. June 2025
# Welsh Skills Body (Medr) launches ambitious plan. June 2025
# UK Infrastructure: A 10 Year Strategy. In brief with reactions. June 2025
# The Lighting Industry Association endorses the Blueprint for Electrification. June 2025
# International Electrician Day. June 2025
# ECA welcomes reports on skills gap and investment returns on apprenticeships. May 2025
# Design and construction industry podcasts. May 2025
# ECA urges Government to uphold 13.2 billion Warm Homes manifesto commitment. May 2025
# 50th Golden anniversary ECA Edmundson apprentice award launched. May 2025
# It takes a community to support mental health and wellbeing. May 2025
# New President of ECA announced. May 2025
# PPN 021: Payment Spot Checks in Public Sub-Contracts. May 2025
# ECA progress on Welsh Recharging Electrical Skills Charter. April 2025
# Electrical and energy industry calls for urgent reform of electricity levies. April 2025
# Amendment to the GB Energy Bill to prevent investment in panels produced by modern slavery. April 2025
# 50th Golden anniversary ECA Edmundson apprentice award launched. April 2025
# Global Asbestos Awareness Week; highlighting the continued threat. April 2025.
# The Aldershot Half-house. March 2025.
# Spring Statement 2025. mention quote. March 2025.
# 600 million investment for 60,000 more skilled construction workers announced. mention quote. March 2025.
# Industry survey shows growth remains flat as skill shortages and volatile pricing persist. March 2025.
# Treasury responds to sector submission on Labour Warm Homes manifesto pledge. March 2025.
# ECA consultations on skills. March 2025.
# Skills shortage and ageing workforce hampering Scottish transition to net zero. (mention). March 2025.
# Reactions to the government response to the Grenfell inquiry final report. March 2025.
# Electrifying our Future: ECA's digital series unveils road to net-zero. March 2025.
# 50 years celebrating the ECA Apprenticeship Awards, as SMEs say the 10 years of the Apprenticeship Levy has failed them. February 2025.
# Flexibility over requirements to boost apprentice numbers (mention). February 2025.
# National Apprenticeship Week at ECA. February 2025
# National Apprenticeship Week 2025 (mention). February 2025
# Classroom electrician courses a 'waste of money'. February 2025
# Amendment to Reporting on Payment Practices and Performance Regulations approved. January 2025
# Solar PV company fined for health and safety failure. January 2025
# Strategic restructure to transform industry competence. December 2024
# Electrical businesses brace for project delays in 2025. December 2024
# Building trust with customers, and trusting tradesmen. December 2024
# New alliance will tackle skills shortage in greater Manchester. November 2024
# ECA launches Recharging Electrical Skills Charter in Wales. November 2024
# About the 5 Percent Club and its members. November 2024
# Delivering radical reform in the UK energy market. November 2024
# What does the UK Budget mean for electrical contractors? November 2024
# Reactions to the Autumn Budget announcement. October 2024
# Employment Rights Bill; making work pay. October 2024
# 2024 ECA Industry Awards evening. October 2024
# Can your business afford to ignore mental well-being? October 2024
# ISG administration, October support update. October 2024
# Crackdown on late payments in major support package for small businesses. October 2024
# Recharging Electrical Skills in Wales. October 2024
# ECA industry focus video channel. October 2024
# ECA learning zone video channel. October 2024
# Support for ISG contractors, companies and employees (mention). September 2024
# ISG files for administration. September 2024
# Wall of support for post-Grenfell regulation of electricians highlighted on radio. September 2024
# New ECA learning zone and industry focus videos (update). September 2024
# Skills gap highlighted to Minister for Industry. September 2024
# Industry responds to the final Grenfell inquiry report. September 2024
# Extension to recognition of CE marking. September 2024.
# Building engineering business survey highlights persistent skills gap. August 2024
# What electrical contractors need to know about gate safety. August 2024
# A-Level results and electrical apprenticeships. August 2024
# ECA launches new Apprenticeship resources. August 2024
# ECA Industry Awards 2024 shortlist revealed. July 2024
# Electrical engineering firm's recruitment drive. July 2024
# Industry reacts to first labour government King's speech in fifteen years. July 2024
# Research project looking at UK cases of neutral current diversion. July 2024
# Neutral current diversion (mention and link). July 2024
# SkillELECTRIC Top 8 Competitors Named. July 2024
# Anonymous and safe reporting service to stop meter tampering. July 2024
# In brief, Rachel Reeves gives first speech as Chancellor (PR included). July 2024
# Construction industry reactions to the election result. July 2024
# At a Crossroads; Pathways to a Net Zero Future (mention). July 2024
# The ECA Recharging Electrical Skills Charter included in key report. July 2024
# The benefits of private medical insurance for large, medium and small electrical contractor firms. July 2024
# Beware of rogue trainers warns the electrotechnical skills partnership. June 2024
# ECA learning zone and industry focus video series. June 2024
# ECA exceeds carbon reduction targets. June 2024
# Future of Green Skills in Sussex. June 2024
# ECA general election campaign. June 2024
# The construction industry and the general election (mention). June 2024
# New electrical apprentice rates. May 2024
# Engineering services still struggle with labour shortages. May 2024
# New ECA president 2024. May 2024
# Coronation recognised eco apprenticeships continue help grow green workforce. May 2024
# No Falls Week. The importance of safe working at height. May 2024
# CLC publishes retrofit competence framework. May 2024
# ECA experts speak at Installation Seminar. May 2024
# Auditory health. April 2024
# An introduction to WERCS and WEEE responsibilities. April 2024
# ECA 2024 Apprentice of the Year Award. April 2024
# ECA Industry Awards 2024. April 2024
# Frankfurt industry fair leads the way. April 2024
# Advice following Options Skills training collapse. March 2024
# Electrical sector calls for safer public EV charge points. March 2024
# Apprenticeship announcement by prime minister welcomed with call for more actionable detail. March 2024
# Investing in Net Zero: bridging the gap between policy, finance and installation. March 2024
# ECA joins HSE campaign to support mental health. March 2024
# Industry responds to the 2024 Spring Budget announcement (mention). March 2024
# ECA responds to 2024 Spring Budget. March 2024
# The general election and why a shortage of electrical apprentices matters. March 2024
# ECA calls on London Mayor to prioritise green electrical skills in the capital. February 2024
# Final quarter 2023 survey of UK engineering services. February 2024
# Improving the terms of contractor payments. February 2024
# EBSSA unveils work to codify competences & standards for industry. January 2023
# Legislation needed in response to the role of retentions in company insolvency. January 2023
# Westminster urged to focus on local skills improvement or face skilled electrician shortfall. January 2023
# ECA and FSA Members voice concern over Wales apprenticeship cuts. January 2023
# First EAL Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Providing Electronic Fire and Security Systems students handed awards by Dame Judith Hackitt. January 2023
# UK WEEE compliance scheme responds to WEEE consultation. January 2023
# Stress free guide to Self Assessment. December 2023.
# ECA welcomes Government battery storage response. December 2023.
# Solar energy workforce goals and the ECA Charter to recharge electrical skills. December 2023.
# Electrical sector skills recharge at the House of Commons, as skills shortage bites. December 2023.
# Update on the Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme (ESOS). December 2023.
# Does the Autumn Statement fire the starting pistol for an election campaign? November 2023
# 2023 Autumn Statement in brief with reactions (ECA mention). November 2023
# ECA applauds Chancellor’s 2023 Autumn Statement payment reforms for SMEs. November 2023
# Environment Agency cuts waste red tape. November 2023
# Bill to tackle lithium-ion batteries proposed. November 2023
# Cabinet office payment rules within the procurement act welcomed. November 2023
# Electrical skills shortage in Eastern England. October 2023
# A view from the 2023 Conservative and Labour party conferences. October 2023
# ECA helps Welsh Government consultation on Net Zero Skills. October 2023
# Call for support in green electrical apprentice shortfall. October 2023
# Electrician recognised for fundraising efforts. October 2023
# ECA 2023 Apprentice of the Year Award announcement. September 2023
# BSR Duty holder Regulations in force as of October 1. September 2023
# Industry responds to Prime Ministers Net Zero policy announcement. September 2023
# FSA welcomes Building Safety updates. September 2023
# ECA Project Net Zero roadshow. September 2023
# SSE begins BESS construction in North of England. September 2023
# Engineering services industry grapples with rising demand and skills shortage. August 2023
# ECA appoints new Technical Manager. August 2023
# Industry Competence Committee for the Building Safety Regulator. August 2023
# ECA Cyber Security policy template. August 2023
# Spatial planning for climate resilience and Net Zero report. July 2023
# Domestic electrician experienced worker assessment EWA. July 2023
# ECA joins ESNZ Committee stakeholder event to set inquiry priorities. July 2023
# National Electrotechnical Training AM2 certificate checker. June 2023
# Put electricians at the heart of the clean energy transition, says ECA. June 2023
# ECA Industry Awards 2023. June 2023
# Edmundson Apprentice Award 2023 deadline extended. June 2023
# ECA call for case studies of Net Zero Carbon work. May 2023
# Net Zero not possible without right skills.May 2023
# Impact of labour shortages worsen for engineering services. May 2023
# New ECA president 2023. May 2023
# Electricians pledge support for Manchester Baccalaureate. May 2023
# Industry welcomes new fire and security apprenticeship for Wales. May 2023
# Corrigendum to the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations. May 2023
# Electrifying the elections. May 2023
# ECA 2023 Apprentice of the Year Award. April 2023
# Solving the fire and security skills shortage. April 2023.
# BASEC joins forces with Kiwa UK. April 2023
# Public sector PQQs look to the Common Assessment Standard. April 2023
# ECA partners with adviser to help members navigate R&D tax relief. March 2023
# 2023 Spring Budget summary and industry response. March 2023
# Asbestos and you. March 2023
# Business Survey: payment and recruitment challenges loom for engineering services in 2023. March 2023
# England, Wales, electrical skills, training and net zero in 2023. March 2023
# New Ministry champions holistic approach to decarbonisation. February 2023
# East Midlands EV drivers lose out to Londoners says new evidence. February 2023
# Apprenticeship developments in England 2023. February 2023.
# leading the charge - ECA calls for swift action on EV ‘batteries on wheels’ OFGEM plan.January 2023
# President of EuropeOn, Martin Bailey, on the outlook for 2023. January 2023
# ECA 2023 Industry Awards dinner with Jeremy Vine, January 2023
# Net Zero Review underlines role for engineering services. January 2023
# Higher risk buildings definition 2023. January 2023
# Europe moves to phase out electrical sulphur hexafluoride (SF6) gas. December 2022
# Winter energy crisis: ECA’s advice for managing power cuts. December 2022
# Leading the charge‎. (added Award update). December 2022
# Sector survey shows optimism tempered by staff shortages.November 2022.
# Defining hazardous areas. November 2022
# Chancellor's 2022 Autumn statement industry response. (joint mention) November 2022
# No net zero without skilled workforce. November 2022
# ECA joins voices calling for joined-up policy approach.. November 2022
# Leading the charge‎. (added COP 27 update). November 2022
# ECA reacts to Rishi Sunak's appointment as PM. October 2022
# National policies and local skills.October 2022
# Actuate UK calls for practical measures to achieve building safety reform agenda. October 2022
# Procurement Bill to mandate prompt payment. October 2022
# Electricity market reform must promote clean energy. October 2022
# Apprenticeships for prisoners. October 2022
# Amendment 2 18th Edition Wiring Regulations BS 7671 come into full effect. October 2022
# World EV Day 2022. September 2022
# ECA 2022 Apprentice of the Year Award. (updated) September 2022
# ECA responds to Energy Bill Relief Scheme. September 2022
# Managing the risks of state events following the Queen’s death. September 2022
# Energy bills now a defining challenge and opportunity. September 2022
# Leading the charge.September 2022.
# Act now to avoid industry crisis, ECA warns Liz Truss. September 2022
# Electricians urged to join fight against tool theft. August 2022
# Common Assessment Standard uptake grows. August 2022
# Health and early intervention. August 2022
# Government mandates smoke and carbon monoxide alarms in rented homes. August 2022
# ECA 2022 Apprentice of the Year Award. August 2022
# Changes to the construction route. August 2022
# ECA members named top apprentice employers. July 2022
# Legislate for competence and safety. July 2022
# The future of construction interview with ECA CEO. June 2022.
# Cleaning up air quality and the Environment Act 2021. June 2022.
# The Building Safety Act and standard training for electrical contractors. June 2022
# Net-zero opportunities for electrotechnical contractors‎. May 2022
# Queens speech 2022 (ECA press release within article). May 2022
# Local Elections 2022: ECA calls for better local EV charge point policy. May 2022.
# ECA calls for stronger competency requirements in Building Safety Act. May 2022
# Construction leadership council professional indemnity insurance survey 2022. April 2022 ‎
# ‎ECA Project 18 Amendment 2 Roadshow. April 2022
# PPE regulations 2022. April 2022
# ‎ECA joins calls for unprecedented action on energy prices in Spring Budget. March 2022
# Achieving efficiency through systems and integration. March 2022 ‎
# The Building Safety Bill, regulations and competence. March 2022.
# Court of appeal ruling on holiday pay and employment status. February 2022.
# CO2nstruct Zero programme grows to over 70 businesses. February 2022.
# ECA calls on Government to reform and rebalance energy levies and avoid cost of living crisis. February 2022.
# CONIAC produces essential messages on safe work at height. January 2022.
# IET announces release of 18th Edition Amendment 2. January 2022.
# Industry work placement. January 2022.
# Electrotechnical Assessment Specification guidance for installers. January 2022.
# ECA and UKPN launch EV guide. January 2022.
# Energy price crisis: ECA calls for energy levy reform. January 2022.
# Reflections on 2021. December 2021.
# 2021 Building Engineering Business Survey. December 2021.
# Prompt Payment Code boosted to help SMEs. December 2021.
# ECA warns lack of EV strategy could leave UK divided. November 2021.
# Two thirds of local authorities have no plans to install EV chargers. November 2021.
# Leading electrotechnical businesses win top industry awards. November 2021.
# ECA backs Government plans for low-carbon heat. October 2021.
# Electrotechnical industry gears up for All-IP switch. October 2021.
# Construction leadership for mental health. September 2021.
# Post-Grenfell product code combats misleading marketing. September 2021.
# Actuate UK issues climate warning and urges action. September 2021.
# Industry must add 12,000 people a year to meet net zero 2050 targets. September 2021.
# Order books fill but skills shortages worry contractors. September 2021.
# Home thoughts from abroad: skills development. September 2021.
# Deadline for CE marked products extended to 1 January 2023. August 2021.
# Digital building dashboard tech on the horizon. August 2021.
# ECA responds to the UK hydrogen strategy. August 2021.
# Home thoughts from abroad: Immigration. August 2021.
# A level results day 2021: Students consider jobs of the future after the pandemic. August 2021.
# Flexible working in engineering services. July 2021.
# Careful planning required during cable management materials shortages. July 2021.
# CLC publishes Construct Zero Performance Framework. July 2021.
# Green Homes Grant vouchers extended. July 2021.
# ECA calls for urgent energy price reform. June 2021.
# Is social media the new way to plug the gender skills gap? June 2021.
# Economic upturn masks mental health crisis in 2021. June 2021.
# Net zero by 2050. June 2021.
# Converting commercial offices to residential accommodation. June 2021.
# CLC Maintaining Employment in Construction report published. May 2021.
# Q2 2021 trends indicate higher costs, lower employment. May 2021.
# Materials shortage prompts extra planning. May 2021.
# What to know about foundation earthing. May 2021.
# ECA welcomes the Value Toolkit for the construction industry. May 2021.
# Opportunities for EV charging. April 2021.
# TESP calls for industry mentors. April 2021.
# Workplace noise exposure estimator. April 2021.
# 2021 PRS electrical safety standards. April 2021.
# Pre-qualification standard 2021. March 2021.
# Right to Repair law. March 2021.
# Cash incentives for employers to hire new apprentices doubled. March 2021.
# Prompt Payment Code: the story behind the headlines. February 2021.
# Skilled workforce unable to meet net zero ambitions. January 2021.
# COVID-19 and mental health within construction firms. January 2021.
# Eight organisations form engineering services alliance. January 2021.
# CLC document on claims and disputes in construction. January 2021.
# Shortages of cable management products. December 2020.
# Energy White Paper presents Government plans to build back greener. December 2020.
# Getting zero carbon done. November 2020.
# CICV creates COVID toolkit. November 2020.
# Modular housing and electrical circuitry. November 2020
# Winter Support 2020 - 2021 packages for businesses. October 2020.
# CLC releases Site Operating Procedures v6. October 2020.
# What’s the best way into the industry? October 2020.
# Half of public sector bodies not planning for net zero carbon. September 2020.
# ECA Survey: Industry remains optimistic despite downturn. September 2020.
# Competition and the independent electric wholesalers. September 2020.
# ECA calls for petrol and diesel ban by 2030. August 2020.
# ECA apprentice secondment service. August 2020
# Face coverings and a shifting policy background. August 2020.
# Microgeneration Certification Scheme 2020. July 2020.
# Skills for Climate consultation launched. July 2020.
# Payments for recruiting new apprentices. July 2020.
# UK Points-Based Immigration System 2020. July 2020.
# Engineering services and industry recovery guide. July 2020.
# Organisations prompt government to Build Back Green. June 2020.
# Celebrating women in engineering. June 2020.
# Electrical safety in the private rented sector. June 2020.
# Plan proposes to reinvent construction industry. June 2020.
# Survey records business projections after coronavirus storm. May 2020.
# The future of the coronavirus furlough. May 2020.
# New domestic electrical work video. May 2020.
# IR35: essential steps for compliance. May 2020.
# Engineering services bodies issue coronavirus site safety guides. May 2020
# Officials pledge to continue housebuilding work. Apr 2020
# Coronavirus job retention scheme. Mar 2020
# Coronavirus impact survey. Mar 2020
# Government procurement post-Carillion. Mar 2020
# 37% of SMEs suffer mental health problems due to pay issues. Mar 2020
# Carbon emissions of electric heating v gas. Mar 2020
# Coronavirus and force majeure. Feb 2020
# ECA backs joint rail electrification statement. Feb 2020
# Electrotechnical Assessment Specification. Feb 2020
# Building an electrical grid for our times. Feb 2020
# Achieving zero carbon. Jan 2020
# Ancona eco-mansion. Jan 2020
# The real impact of late payment. Jan 2020
# SF6 - the greenhouse gas at the heart of our industry. Jan 2020
# Opening the door to apprenticeships for all. Jan 2020
# Cutting VAT can unleash green housing revolution. Jan 2012
# How installer competence can help prevent major residential fires. Dec 2019
# Survey shows offsite construction is safer, faster, greener and cheaper. Dec 2019
# Business owners forced to stop paying employees due to late payment. Nov 2019
# Qualifying as a professional electrician. Nov 2019
# Disturbing complacency over short courses. Nov 2019
# Low-voltage switchgear and protective devices. Nov 2019
# New standards for better fire safety in homes. Nov 2019
# Data cables and the CPR. Nov 2019
# Zero Carbon by 2050 - pipe dream or possibility? Oct 2019
# The SME's updated guide to Brexit. Oct 2019
# PowerLottery helps give electrical industry colleagues a better tomorrow. Sep 2019
# 18th Edition Wiring Regulations. Aug 2019
# Vulnerable residents at risk from under-qualified workforce. Aug 2109
# Careers in the electrotechnical industry. Aug 2019
# Employee assistance programme EAP. Aug 2019
# Levelling the playing field. Aug 2019
# Industry backs leading fire and security awards.Aug 2019
# Changing lives with the Practical Participation Programme. Aug 2019
# Electrical system. Jul 2019
# Electrical wiring. Jul 2019
# Electrical definition. Jul 2019
# Electricity bill. Jul 2019
# Progress on poor payment practices. Jul 2019
# Higher penalties for employers breaching workers' rights. Jul 2019
# VAT hike puts brakes on home solar and batteries. Jul 2019
# Electrical safety. Jun 2019
# Electrical power. Jun 2019
# Electrical installation. Jun 2019
# Electrical equipment. Jun 2019
# Electrical energy. Jun 2019
# Electrical consumption. Jun 2019
# Electrical component. Jun 2019
# The real deal - at last? Jun 2019
# A zero-carbon UK by 2050? Jun 2019
# CAS answers an expensive problem for industry. Jun 2019
# Consumer unit. Jun 2019
# Electrical appliance. Jun 2019
# Electric motor. Jun 20019
# Electric lock. Jun 2019
# Consumer electronics. Jun 2019
# How the Electrical Industries Charity helps tackle domestic abuse. May 2019
# Formula E drives electric vehicle market forward. May 2019
# ECA 2018 Apprentice of the Year. May 2019.
# EIC apprentice support programme. Apr 2019
# Employment status: a concise guide. Apr 2019
# Smart meter owners report higher, not lower, bills. Apr 2019
# Good Work Plan promises clearer contracts, fairer rules. Mar 2019
# Campaign for cash retentions reform. Mar 2019
# The commercial implications of Brexit. Mar 2019
# The UK's low-carbon future is increasingly electric. Mar 2019
# Work at height checklist for managers. Mar 2019
# Maintaining standards through Brexit and beyond. Feb 2019

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King’s Speech: Electrical contractors welcome crackdown on late payment and push for clean energy

2026-05-16T07:16:35Z

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ECA welcomes three major business and energy Bills announced in the King’s Speech, where action on late payment and speeding up clean energy delivery was stated to be critical to protecting small firms, jobs and supply chains across the UK.

ECA has helped Government design reforms now set out in a Small Business Protections (Late Payment) Bill, after decades of warning that systemic late payment drives closure of otherwise viable businesses forcing them to scale back, delay training, investment and growth.

ECA has led in shaping key measures in the Bill including:

* Giving the Small Business Commissioner enforcement powers, including the ability to fine large firms that fail to pay, report or comply on time.
* Closing loopholes so large customers cannot contract out of a mandatory 60-day cap on payment terms.
* Stopping parties from contracting out of the statutory 8% interest charge on late payment.
* Requiring boards or audit committees of persistently late-paying large companies to publish explanations for poor performance and set out corrective action.
* Introducing a time limit for raising invoice disputes before payment is due.
* Taking targeted action in construction to ban the practice of deducting and withholding retention payments under contracts.

Rob Driscoll, Director of Legal & Policy at ECA, said:

Late payment is not a minor inconvenience – it is a cashflow shock that hits SMEs first, putting jobs, apprenticeships and local supply chains at risk. ECA has worked for decades with Ministers and officials to make sure the voice of ECA Members is heard in shaping the reforms now coming forward.

If Parliament delivers these changes, it will be one of the most significant improvements to payment protections in a generation unlocking investment and growth.

ECA recently launched its Safe Energy Transition Charter where it stated:

‘The UK’s clean energy ambitions must be matched by a relentless focus on safety, as electrification accelerates. Delivery of a secure and safe electrical network relies on the professional skills and competence of installers’.

The King’s Speech announced two measures to accelerate the demand and use of electrification, equating to more opportunities for ECA Members:

* Energy Independence Bill: aims to speed up deployment of low carbon technologies, increase investment in the energy infrastructure and accelerate grid efficiency upgrades.
* Nuclear Regulation Bill: programme to reduce long term project costs in order to provide more affordable, low carbon electricity and therefore protect households from volatile gas prices.

Jane Dawson, Head of External Affairs at ECA, said:

If we align investment in workforce safety and competence, with clean electricity and grid capacity, the UK can reduce exposure to fossil fuel volatility building a modern, resilient and secure electrical energy system.

CIAT articles

2026-05-16T07:13:17Z

Editor:

Articles on Designing Buildings by The Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists include:

# ITFG publishes new guidance on managing competence in organisations across the built environment. May 2026.
# Calls for the delayed Circular Economy Strategy. May 2026.
# How construction can cut its carbon footprint by caring for soil. April 2026.
# The Architectural Technology podcast: Where it's AT (updated) April 2026.
# How change of use legislation is breathing new life into previously used buildings. April 2026.
# Why vitrified clay pipes are reclaiming their place in modern infrastructure. March 2026
# How plumbing and heating can elevate sustainability in new build properties. March 2026
# Future Homes Building Standards and plug-in solar availability (mention). March 2026
# How later living housing can help solve the housing crisis. March 2026
# Structured product data as a competitive advantage. March 2026
# Beyond the render: embedding AI tools into architectural education. March 2026
# Insulation solutions for less waste as part of a circular economy. March 2026
# The Architectural Technology podcast: Where it's AT. March 2026
# Future Homes Standard Essentials launched (mention). March 2026
# Delayed, derailed and devalued: how the UK’s planning crisis is undermining British manufacturing. March 2026
# AI-Driven automation in architectural design: Reducing time, enhancing compliance. March 2026
# The massive challenge for construction as PFI agreements come to an end. February 2026.
# Chartered bodies call for greater recognition of professional standard (mention). February 2026.
# Retrofitting for resilience with the Leicester Resilience Hub. February 2026.
# Holme Gardens: a case study and a warning to would-be developers. February 2026.
# Building Safety recap January, 2026 (mention). February 2026.
# Applications and benefits of acoustic flooring. February 2026.
# Futurebuild 2026: Connecting ambition and action for designers and specifiers. February 2026.
# Built environment bodies deepen joint action on EDI with 2025-30 plan (mention). February 2026.
# Advancing BIM competency: Transforming Architectural Technology education. February 2026.
# Modernising heat networks: why HIUs hold the key to efficiency upgrades. February 2026.
# The Warm Homes Plan details released. (mention), January 2026.
# How neural technologies could transform the future of design. January 2026.
# Interview with the new CIAT President. January 2026.
# CIAT outlines position as RIBA calls for a competence-led approach to architects’ regulation. January 2026.
# Safety, innovation and diversity in building design. January 2026.
# Concerning misconceptions of fire safety in riser shafts. January 2026.
# Beyond the Warm Homes Plan. January 2026.
# AI in construction: Empowering humans, not replacing them. December 2025.
# CIAT Building safety and regulation December update 2025. December 2025.
# Industry reaction, as MHCLG publishes single construction regulator prospectus. December 2025.
# Building Safety recap November, 2025 (mention). December 2025.
# Choosing the right skirting. December 2025.
# The Architectural Technology podcast: Where it's AT. December 2025.
# CIAT celebrates 60th anniversary and welcomes new President at AGM. November 2025.
# Construction and the autumn Budget 2025 (mention). November 2025.
# The CIAT Climate Society. November 2025.
# Biodiversity Net Gain: statutory must-haves, plus the delivery model that de-risks planning. November 2025.
# The arc: identifying and engaging specialist historic environment professionals (update). November 2025.
# Building Safety recap October, 2025 (mention). November 2025.
# Step guide to choosing the correct LED step lighting system. November 2025.
# Architectural technology at 60. October 2025.
# Inclusive Healthcare Design; guidance and case study. October 2025.
# The Architectural Technology Awards 2025 (updated). September 2025.
# The value of valves: why they are critical for effective plumbing systems in multi-occupancy buildings. Sept 2025.
# Building a sustainable future: environmental innovations in decorative coatings. September 2025.
# How to specify timber stairs. September 2025.
# Transforming spaces: the power of underfloor heating combined with smart technology. September 2025.
# Are new towns the future or the past? The role of land assembly in reawakening a vision. August 2025.
# The Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard and the proposed Part Z. August 2025.
# Design and construction industry podcasts (repost. mention). August 2025.
# What changes are needed to the NDG and NMDC and why. August 2025.
# Manufacturer competency codes, standards and frameworks (mention). August 2025.
# Will 1.5m homes become a reality? August 2025.
# What makes a responsible construction product manufacturer? August 2025.
# Fasteners as the key to optimised metal building envelope performance. August 2025.
# Fundamental Review of Building Regulations Guidance (CIAT mention and comment). August 2025.
# BREEAM: The importance of attaining excellence. August 2025.
# Compressed Earth Blocks as a route to meeting greenhouse gas reduction targets. August 2025.
# Restoration sees clay brick buildings live on in spectacular style. July 2025
# Harnessing data for a sustainable built environment. July 2025
# The UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard: creating a true pathway to the future. July 2025
# The Seventh Carbon Budget: what it means for the built environment. July 2025
# Zero carbon social housing: unlocking brownfield potential. July 2025
# UKGBC launch the UK Climate Resilience Roadmap. July 2025
# A change to adoptive architecture (repost).July 2025
# Overheating in homes: how big is the problem and what can we do to mitigate the effects? June 2025.
# CIAT CPDs and Communications. June 2025.
# The Grenfell Tower fire, eight years on. June 2025.
# The benefits of specifiers engaging with insulation manufacturers. June 2025.
# Cash on delivery? Reflections on the spending review. June 2025.
# The Spending Review in brief (mention). June 2025.
# Functionality, visibility, sustainability: the simpler approach to specification. June 2025.
# The impact of recycled slate tiles. June 2025.
# Built Environment professional bodies deepen commitment to EDI with two new signatories. June 2025.
# CIAT at the London Festival of Architecture. June 2025.
# High street health: converting a building for healthcare uses. May 2025.
# Design and construction industry podcasts (mention). May 2025.
# The Architectural Technology Awards. May 2025.
# The CIAT Climate Society; in discussion with the Chair. May 2025.
# The benefits of precast, off-site foundation systems in modern construction. May 2025.
# Resilient facade systems for smog reduction in Shanghai: a technical approach. May 2025.
# New CIAT Professional Standards Competency Framework. May 2025.
# Combating burnout with biophilic design. May 2025.
# Sixteen Passivhaus social homes benefit from heat pump service. April 2025.
# From analytics to action: using technology to empower communities. April 2025.
# Evaluating fire safety of living wall systems. April 2025.
# AI in architecture: elevating 3D modelling and spatial design with automation and innovation. April 2025.
# OpenUSD possibilities: Look before you leap. April 2025.
# How can digital twins boost profitability within construction? March 2025.
# Spring Statement 2025. mention quote. March 2025.
# Architects Academy Programme technical engagement for aspiring designers at an insulation manufacturing facility. March 2025
# Futuristic elevators; from self-climbing robotic installations to metacores and PORT tech. March 2025
# The future is elevated: A look inside Schindler’s innovative new designs and how they might usher in a brighter future for our cities. March 2025
# The self-climbing, autonomous Robotic Installation System for Elevators R.I.S.E. March 2025
# Microcosm of biodiversity in balconies and containers: minor design adaptations for considerable biodiversity benefit. March 2025
# Attending a conservation training course, personal account. March 2025
# Shelter from the storm in Ukraine. March 2025..
# Reactions to the government response to the Grenfell inquiry final report. March 2025
# Procurement Act 2023. February 2025.
# Preparing for the future: how specifiers can lead the way. February 2025.
# Shortage of high-quality data and other fundamental issues threatening the AI boom. February 2025.
# Flexibility over requirements to boost apprentice numbers (mention). February 2025.
# Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists CIAT (repost 60 years). February 2025
# The story of Detail Library. February 2025
# Humidity resilience in home design. January 2025
# Reasons for using MVHR systems. January 2025
# Exploring lesser-known permitted development rights for change of use. January 2025
# A contractor discusses the Building Safety Act. January 2025
# Designing for neurodiversity: driving change for the better. January 2025
# Futurebuild 2025: a must-attend event for the architecture industry. January 2025
# Practice costs for architectural technologists. January 2025
# 20 years of the Chartered Environmentalist. December 2024
# School Specification 101: plumbing and heating systems in schools. December 2024
# CIAT responds to the updated National Planning Policy Framework. December 2024
# The CIAT Principal Designer register. December 2024
# Leveraging technology to enhance prospects for students. December 2024
# Picking up the hard hat on site or not... December 2024
# The ISO answer to what is a digital twin. December 2024
# Drone data at the edge: three steps to better AI insights‎. November 2024
# A retrospective look at the 2023 end of year Architectural Technology shows. November 2024
# Scottish government launch delivery plan for strengthening the planning system. November 2024
# The properties of conservation rooflights. November 2024
# Flat roof designs versus pitched roof designs. November 2024
# A briefing on fall protection systems for designers. November 2024
# Why the construction sector must embrace workplace mental health support. November 2024
# Rebuilding Britain: Does this first Labour budget deliver for the built environment? October 2024
# Reactions to the Autumn Budget announcement. October 2024
# Delivering gentle density and the current context of planning. October 2024
# Specification challenges of future proofing homes fit for purpose. October 2024
# AT Awards 2024 finalists (updated). October 2024
# CIAT briefing on the implications of the final Grenfell inquiry report. October 2024
# From blue to red and brown to green; a shift in development priorities? October 2024
# AI and the challenges to intellectual property. October 2024
# ISG administration, October support update. October 2024
# 2023 AT Awards evening (repost with 2024 link info added). October 2024
# Support for ISG contractors, companies and employees (mention). September 2024
# Digital sustainability through future AEC tools: bringing together industry and academia. September 2024
# Empowering construction with AI integration. September 2024
# AI in architecture: Combining human creativity and tech innovation now and in the future. September 2024
# From mud bricks to smart concrete: a brief history of building materials. September 2024
# AT Principal Designer exemplar for HRBs. September 2024
# Specifying extruded polystyrene insulation in masonry cavity walls below DPC level. September 2024
# Industry responds to the final Grenfell inquiry report. September 2024
# CIAT collaborates with CIOB, CIfA, Icon to launch The Arc. August 2024
# Ground floors and ground floor insulation – what are the fire performance requirements? August 2024
# The Architectural Technology podcast: Where it's AT. August 2024
# Building Safety podcasts from the CIAT Where it's AT series. August 2024
# Strategic ventilation in modern building design. August 2024
# The UK's first passivhaus leisure centre (republished). August 2024
# CIAT and BDAA sign Memorandum of Understanding. July 2024
# Construction Skills Certification Scheme cards (mention). July 2024
# Industry reacts to first labour government King's speech in fifteen years. July 2024
# CSCS update on Professionally Qualified and Academically Qualified Person Cards. July 2024
# 56 recommendations for a better built environment. July 2024
# The Spine, Liverpool‎. July 2024
# Where It's AT Podcast launched!. July 2024
# First masonry support manufacturer to receive Passive House certification. July 2024
# The accelerated Northern Ireland Defective Premises Bill expected in weeks despite opposition. July 2024
# Construction industry reactions to the election result. July 2024
# Designing sustainability and performance into buildings. July 2024
# CIAT opposes accelerated passage of Defective Premises Bill in Northern Ireland. June 2024
# Benefits of breathable external wall insulation. June 2024
# Hybrid flat roofs. June 2024
# Collaboration benefits of real-time file synchronisation. June 2024
# Getting cyber-physical. May 2024
# Cyber-physical infrastructure (CIAT mention). May 2024
# Homeowners lack knowledge or confidence in heat pumps. May 2024
# The CIAT principal designer register. May 2024
# AT Building Safety Hub. May 2024
# Mental Health Awareness Week with the Architects Benevolent Society. May 2024
# Where it's AT: Aspiration film. May 2024
# Open industry engagement survey. May 2024
# Enhancing construction site reporting efficiency through digitisation. May 2024
# Plumbing and heating for successful retrofit and renovation. May 2024
# CIAT publishes Principal Designer Competency Framework. April 2024
# Biophilic design and natural light. April 2024
# Engineered surfaces. April 2024
# Why EPCs should be redesigned. April 2024
# Industry leaders respond to Future Homes and Buildings Standards (mention). April 2024
# Planning Portal to launch Building Control Portal. April 2024
# The hidden subtleties of U-Value calculations. March 2024
# Why quality counts in domestic ventilation systems. March 2024
# Inspiring inclusion on International Women's day and for the month of March. March 2024.
# CLC Material Supply Chain Group statement. March 2024.
# Trends and predictions on the future of carbon-neutral buildings. March 2024.
# Golden thread guidance to be published by BSA. February 2024.
# Debunking myths around Passivhaus design. February 2024.
# The story behind The Guide to Building Materials and the Environment. February 2024.
# Designers and the challenge of selecting fall protection systems. January 2024.
# Rosie Thirlwell AT emerging talent award winner and senior architectural technologist. January 2024.
# AT Building Safety Hub (update reposted). January 2024.
# Architects Benevolent Society (update reposted). January 2024.
# Paving the way to net zero for designers. January 2024.
# Architectural Technology and AI. January 2024.
# Guidance on working with New Engineering Contracts. January 2024.
# UK towns receive £5m for historic building restoration. December 2023
# CIC Risk Management Briefings. December 2023
# Building Safety Regulator publishes Enforcement Policy Statement. December 2023
# AT Building Safety Hub. December 2023
# Building Safety Regulator appoints permanent director and publishes three-year strategic plan. December 2023
# CIAT Presidential update on Building Safety Act and Secondary Legislation. November 2023
# Irish Life Sciences Global HQ, an exemplar of adaptive reuse. November 2023
# Jon Clayton MCIAT, Chartered Architectural Technologist and founder of Architecture Business Club (mention). November 2023
# New Regulations published under Building Safety Act. November 2023
# Podcast launched by Chartered Architectural Technologist. November 2023
# 2023 AT Awards evening (article by editor CIAT focussed). November 2023
# Solutions to make water systems more efficient. October 2023
# Specifying valves, top 3 things to think about. October 2023
# Specifying valves for large commercial buildings. October 2023
# The Old War Office: Modern piping solutions to old problems. October 2023
# Planning portal location plan feature update 2023. October 2023
# Making the most the net zero architectural transformation in the construction industry. October 2023
# Book review: Land of Stone. October 2023
# AT Awards 2023 finalists announced (updated). October 2023
# Built environment carbon database (BECD) launch (article updated). October 2023
# Third-party certification, what it means when you specify it. September 2023
# The Passivhaus influence, too ambitious or now the norm? September 2023
# Mandatory 15 year warranties on new homes supported with caution. September 2023
# AT Awards 2023 (updated with finalists list). September 2023
# Construction industry statements and responses to RAAC crisis (CIAT mention). September 2023
# The Building Safety Alliance (BSRIA article with CIAT update). September 2023
# LPCB certification and Kingspan. September 2023
# CIAT statement on Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete. September 2023
# Could lack of sustainable IT investment lead to tender exclusion? September 2023
# New Regulations published under Building Safety Act. September 2023
# CIAT statement on Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete. September 2023
# Building sustainability in stainless steel. August 2023
# New Regulations published under Building Safety Act. August 2023
# New Chair for CIC Liability Panel. August 2023
# Specifying efficient water systems for residential new build developments. August 2023
# We Build The Future launch sun-safe and skin cancer prevention campaign. August 2023
# Building product information: improving carbon awareness. August 2023
# Asbestos and You with CIAT. August 2023
# Time to retrofit to secure a net zero future. July 2023
# CIAT partners with Building People. July 2023
# Diversitas. July 2023
# Dr Wei Yang appointed as first female CIC chair. July 2023
# Environmental Impact Assessments and why every project needs one. June 2023
# Rethinking the design and specification of ground floors. June 2023
# The Tower of London preserved with lime mortar. June 2023
# Guide to Building Materials and the Environment. June 2023
# Time for designers to think again about going cement free. June 2023
# Architectural film materials. June 2023
# The new digital and virtual age for construction. June 2023
# Publication of the 2023/24 Natural Stone Source Book. June 2023
# AT Awards 2023 (updated according to media pack). May 2023
# The design of swimming pools.May 2023
# How social media engagement can drive website traffic and lead generation in the construction sector. May 2023
# Tenant Valve. May 2023
# Pressure Reducing Valve. May 2023
# All you need to know about TMVs, PRVs and the Tenant Valve. May 2023
# Thermostatic mixing valves and water safety. May 2023
# Creating a new chapter for World Heritage Site, Caernarfon Castle. April 2023
# Why transparency through digitisation is the solution for construction. April 2023
# When does cost outweigh conservation? April 2023
# Designing for accessibility. April 2023
# MInd the AI gap. April 2023
# Construction Leadership Council appoints new leadership team as part of governance restructure. March 2023
# Building resilience to climate change. March 2023
# Warning over non-compliant heating pumps. March 2023
# In light of parts F and O, supplier perspectives. March 2023.
# Launch of Green Alliance construction and efficiency report. March 2023
# Revised Building Regulations Part F, a reminder of what and why. February 2023
# Scotland mandates Passivhaus equivalent legislation. January 2023
# Kenya recycles plastic bottles into bricks stronger than concrete. January 2023
# CLC seeks new industry professionals as sector ambassadors in 2023. January 2023
# Living Walls and Fire Safety. Best Practice Guide Dec 2022. January 2023
# Circadian rhythms (repost). January 2023
# Emotional architecture. December 2022
# Tara Page announced as new Chief Executive of CIAT. December 2022
# Spotting the next tech upgrade in construction businesses. December 2022
# Construction Product Availability statement from CLC Nov 2022. November 2022
# The UK's first Passivhaus leisure centre. November 2022
# Why don't more building projects achieve sustainability goals? November 2022
# Diversity in the Built Environment Working Group CIC. November 2022
# Active house UK. November 2022
# BSRIA publish net zero guide. October 2022
# Where its AT campaign‎. Film 8 update. October 2022
# Building for neurodiversity: guidelines address final frontier of inclusive design. October 2022
# Fabric first paves the way to net zero. October 2022
# Where its AT campaign‎. Film 7 update. October 2022
# Where its AT campaign‎. Film 6 update. October 2022
# T Levels week. October 2022
# Where its AT campaign‎. Film 5 update. October 2022
# Where its AT campaign‎. Film 4 update. September 2022
# Where its AT campaign‎. Film 3 update. September 2022
# The K-briq a circular product‎. September 2022
# Flat roof design in the net zero future‎. September 2022
# Project 80: Homes for the Future. September 2022
# Research responses sought – Business impacts in the UK. September 2022
# Where it’s AT campaign‎. Film 2 update. September 2022
# An in depth look at EPD's. September 2022
# Where it’s AT campaign‎. August 2022
# What does a netzero roadmap for a leading cement and building materials producer look like ? August 2022
# Rooflights, skylights, roof windows and Part L. August 2022
# Understanding the changing nature of insulation. August 2022
# BSI competence requirements for principal contractors and designers. July 2022
# Approved Documents compliance process digitalised. July 2022
# Curved intersections and accentuated water ingress. July 2022
# Architectural Technology research at Edinburgh Napier University. July 2022
# Architectural Technology research at University of Derby. July 2022
# Centres of excellence for architectural technology research and education. July 2022
# A change to adoptive architecture. July 2022
# Building safety, a shifting landscape for professionals. July 2022
# CIAT Chief Executive steps down. July 2022
# Illegal cartels in construction industry. June 2022
# Building acoustic considerations‎. June 2022
# 2022 new CLC Co-Chair selected. June 2022
# Giving power to the consumer on the road to net-zero. June 2022
# New route to CSCS cards for built environment professionals. June 2022‎
# The CSCS Smart Check app. June 2022
# Mitchells construction series reprint. June 2022
# Built Environment Carbon Database Consultation (BECD). June 2022
# Delivering net zero and commercial retrofit UKGBC. June 2022
# CLC plans to ease impact of construction inflation. May 2022
# Extended reality (XR) in a post-pandemic world. May 2022
# Fire doors fail inspections. May 2022
# How to offer work to people from Ukraine. May 2022
# The green jobs delivery group. May 2022
# Heritage properties with contemporary edge. May 2022
# Construction products manufacturers report positive Q1 after state of trade survey. May 2022
# RIBA Contracts and Law Survey 2022. April 2022 ‎
# ‎UK BIM Alliance State of the Nation Survey. April 2022
# NBS sustainable futures report. April 2022 ‎
# Counting carbon to secure a more sustainable future. April 2022 ‎
# A brief commentary on the code for construction product information CCPI. April 2022 ‎
# Acoustic insulation offers non-intrusive barrier to noise disturbance in homes March 2022
# National Regulator for Construction Products Regulatory Announcement. March 2022 ‎
# A woman's job. March 2022 ‎
# Designing for dementia. March 2022.
# CSCS verification app. March 2022.
# Rooflights and zinc roofing. March 2022.
# Mentor Match Me. February 2022.
# Designing for sustainability: Tools to help you design greener. February 2022.
# Over-engineered buildings obstruct efficiency. February 2022.
# Retrofit eaves insulator. February 2022.
# The cavity wall real performance question. February 2022.
# UK organisations encouraged to review cyber security in response to situation in and around Ukraine. February 2022.
# PHribbon tool calculates embodied carbon of designs. January 2022.
# The Construction Industry Council summarises what to expect from the Construction Products Regulations. January 2022.
# Government offers support package to help autistic people into work. January 2022.
# Uniclass advisory board created. January 2022.
# Let us evolve our buildings from being passive structures to interactive and reactive systems. January 2022.
# STBA report to provide blueprint for post-COVID recovery. December 2021.
# Architectural Technology research at Robert Gordon University. December 2021.
# Twickenham Studio - London's world-renowned film studio transformed. December 2021.
# Permitted development: The end of the high street or a blessing in disguise? December 2021.
# A smart home can be a healthy home too. November 2021.
# BSI construction product identification system. November 2021.
# What do design professionals need to know about U-value calculation conventions? November 2021.
# CIAT responds to the architects' regulation review. November 2021.
# A guide to installing thermostatic mixing valves: what, why and how. November 2021.
# Mechanical ventilation's role in improving indoor air quality. November 2021.
# Passive fire protection is a vital tool in any fire strategy. November 2021.
# Architectural Technology Awards 2021. October 2021.
# LETI publishes Climate Emergency Retrofit Guide. October 2021.
# Fire safety exclusions - the insurance position. October 2021.
# Digital transformation - what does it mean? October 2021.
# Ensuring safety through sufficient fire specification. September 2021.
# The effects of subframe systems on the overall thermal performance of external rainscreen walls. September 2021.
# Sustainability in design: a corporate buzzword or the future of commercial property. September 2021.
# Archidict. September 2021.
# External Fire Review Form EWS1. September 2021.
# Construction Client Buddy Scheme. August 2021.
# Deadline for CE marked products extended to 1 January 2023. August 2021.
# Architectural technology research at Sheffield Hallam University. August 2021.
# Review of regulation of architects: call for evidence. August 2021.
# Taxes associated with selling a business. August 2021.
# How BIM can cause needless early stage MEP design concerns. August 2021.
# Flame retardant floormats. August 2021.
# Amber warnings raise building overheating concern. July 2021.
# CLC publishes guidance on COVID-19 impact for NEC4. July 2021.
# Flexbury Church. July 2021.
# Sonoblind. July 2021.
# CLC urges inclusion of fluctuations provisions in contracts. July 2021.
# Brewer Smith Brewer Group London Office. July 2021.
# National Retrofit Strategy v2 launches. June 2021.
# An algorithm in architecture. June 2021.
# Industry placement CSCS card to help learners into construction. June 2021.
# June 2021 construction product availability statement. June 2021.
# UKGBC launches new Solutions Library to enable sustainable buildings. June 2021.
# All eyes up to plastic rainwater systems. June 2021.
# RICS publishes Land Measurement for Planning and Development Purposes. May 2021.
# Standardising structural elements: A platform for construction innovation. May 2021.
# CIAT agrees to collaboration arrangement with CIB. May 2021.
# Reaching new heights in the design of fire-safe tall buildings. May 2021.
# Thermal bridging and the Future Homes Standard. May 2021.
# CDM 20-20 vision - changing the culture. May 2021.
# Converting office and retail to residential housing on the high street. April 2021.
# Brexit standards, products and regulatory updates. April 2021.
# UN approves International Fire Safety Standards common principles. April 2021.
# Building ventilation and COVID-19 transmission risk. April 2021.
# Village homes in Western Uganda. April 2021.
# Houzz Pro business software. March 2021.
# Clear contracts during uncertain times. March 2021.
# Suitable insulation can help preserve the golden sound of silence. March 2021.
# C02nstruct Zero programme. March 2021.
# The Courtyard retirement community in Cornwall. March 2021.
# The Building Safety Bill and product testing. March 2021.
# How technology can support social distancing. February 2021.
# Passivhaus vs SAP. February 2021.
# Changes to Building Regulations Part F. February 2021.
# Online mentoring can help professionals succeed. February 2021.
# CLC calls for rethink of permitted development rights. February 2021.
# BBA becomes an Approved Body for UKCA Marking. January 2021.
# Steel framed rooflights. January 2021.
# Underfloor air conditioning at London Grade II listed landmark. January 2021.
# Louvre specifications. January 2021.
# Changing attitudes towards the mental wellbeing of early career Architectural Technology professionals. December 2020.
# When hospital buildings aren’t healthy. December 2020.
# Architectural Technology Awards 2020. December 2020.
# CIAT shares IHBC research into LA conservation service capacity. November 2020.
# Joined-up thinking is key to building safely. November 2020.
# Common principles of International Fire Safety Standard introduced. November 2020.
# NBS National BIM Report 2020. November 2020.
# CLC publishes Conformity Marking of Construction Guide. October 2020.
# Mental health and wellbeing. October 2020.
# Home design prospects under the Future Homes Standard. October 2020.
# Construction industry outlook on the upswing. October 2020.
# Business interruption cover under COVID-19. October 2020.
# Ashby company breathes new life into 19th century hospital site. September 2020.
# CMA and IRM publish 2020 competition law risk guide. September 2020.
# Adapting your technology to the new working normal. September 2020.
# Specify with caution to new BS 8579:2020. September 2020.
# Why creating new ponds helps to protect the ecosystem. September 2020.
# U-What? September 2020.
# Carbon monoxide Requirement J3. August 2020.
# ALT. MCR Pride. August 2020.
# Habitation: Reinventing housing for the urban age. August 2020.
# Upcycling buildings. August 2020.
# Manual to the Building Regulations. August 2020.
# Identifying COVID-19 scams. July 2020.
# How much carbon are your buildings responsible for? July 2020.
# Professional indemnity insurance in Scotland. July 2020
# Professional indemnity insurance in Northern Ireland. July 2020
# Professional indemnity insurance in the Republic of Ireland. July 2020
# Professional Indemnity Insurance in England and Wales. July 2020
# Seeley Library. July 2020.
# Business advisers to offer free services to small firms. July 2020.
# Campaigning for biodiversity. July 2020.
# CIAT celebrates Pride 2020. June 2020.
# BS 7883 guide released. June 2020.
# Making the case for sprinklers and dispelling myths. June 2020.
# UK Safe Working Guidelines. June 2020.
# Karyn Williams Woman Architectural Technologist of the Year 2019. May 2020.
# Government to support businesses through Trade Credit Insurance guarantee. May 2020
# Safety in high places. Apr 2020
# Coal Drops Yard. Apr 2020
# Housing Forum seeks unity over suspension of works. Apr 2020
# Five signs you are at risk of asbestos poisoning at work. Apr 2020
# Housing Secretary plans to get Britain building. Mar 2020
# Using CO2 to make construction products and materials. Mar 2020
# Compressive strength of timber lattice columns for low-rise construction. Feb 2020
# How the built environment sector tackles its waste. Feb 2020
# Architectural Technology Studio 3. Jan 2020
# Hawley Mews. Jan 2020
# New Dwelling House at Grange View. Jan 2020
# AT Academy. Dec 2019
# Beacon of Light. Dec 2019
# Circadian rhythms. Nov 2019
# Redesigning parliament to help end the Brexit deadlock. Nov 2019
# Willowbrook Care Home. Nov 2019
# Introducing architectural technology to India. Oct 2019
# Tensegrity bamboo pavilion. Oct 2019
# The Black House. Oct 2019
# The growth in heritage tourism. Oct 2019
# Waterside barns: a radical design approach. Oct 2019
# A guide to the updated National Planning Policy Framework. Sep 2019
# Architectural Technology Awards 2019. Sep 2019
# Conversion of Blairtum House, Scotland. Sep 2019
# A guide to the updated National Planning Policy Framework. Sep 2019
# Construction Products Regulation if there is no Brexit deal. Aug 2019
# Waste heat from the Underground to warm offices and homes. Aug 2019
# Eight top tips for working at height. Jul 2019
# CIBSE updates Fire Safety Engineering guidance. Jul 2019
# Architectural technology in Germany. Jun 2019
# Republic of Ireland updates to planning and development. Jun 2019
# Delivering a modern solution for a historic building. May 2019
# Dynamo visual programming interface. May 2019
# Sourcing indigenous stone. May 2019
# There's no BIM like home. May 2019
# Addressing building failures: Grenfell Tower and Edinburgh schools. Apr 2019
# Keeping your mind on the job. Apr 2019
# Qualitative design review. Apr 2019
# Setting the standard. Apr 2019
# The Bourne Estate. Apr 2019
# What are the benefits of smart homes for Millennial end-users?. Apr 2019
# A Guide for Selecting Flat Entrance Doorsets. Mar 2019
# Aurora Log Homes. Mar 2019
# Flame technology. Mar 2019
# Mind the (performance) gap. Mar 2019
# Stead Street, Eckington. Mar 2019
# Alterations and extension to The Grange. Feb 2019
# School of Architectural Technology. Feb 2019
# The David Lloyd Lymington Sports Village. Feb 2019
# AgriSTEM. Jan 2019
# In-situ reinforcement of timber beams. Jan 2019
# Old Gale Farm, Ambleside. Jan 2019
# Late payments to small businesses. Oct 2018
# UK Construction Week report on fire safety. Oct 2018
# The world needs to build more than two billion new homes over the next 80 years. Sep 2018
# Architectural Technology Awards 2018. Aug 2018
# Changes in SAP 10. Aug 2018
# Grenfell and professional indemnity insurance. Aug 2018
# Architectural technology in the Middle East. Jul 2018
# Architectural technologist - delineation of roles. Jul 2018
# BIM Trade Mission 2017. Jul 2018
# Advice from CIAT about the cancellation of consumer contracts. Jun 2018
# Saffron Acres, Leicester, the UK’S largest Passivhaus residential development. Jun 2018
# The changing identity of London communities in the face of rapid urbanisation. Jun 2018
# Thinking inside the box - housing crisis. Jun 2018
# BIM and the historic environment. May 2018
# Cyber-security and phishing. May 2018
# Flammable building materials. May 2018
# Plan of action to achieve GDPR compliance. May 2018
# Building a safe and therapeutic hospice. Apr 2018
# The Family Stand, Dover Athletic Football Club. Apr 2018
# Fighting flooding in the 21st century. Mar 2018
# Noise - doors and windows. Mar 2018
# Early day motion on public sector payment. Feb 2018
# Harefield House. Feb 2018
# Imagination Works. Feb 2018
# The importance of soil analysis. Feb 2018
# Architects Benevolent Society (ABS). Jan 2018
# Becoming a Chartered Member of CIAT. Jan 2018
# Fieldsend. Jan 2018
# The Europe Centre. Jan 2018
# Dementia and the built environment. Dec 2017
# Development of sustainable rural housing in the Scottish Highlands and Islands. Dec 2017
# Mashrabiya. Dec 2017
# Streamline House. Dec 2017
# Tallest timber building in the world. Dec 2017
# CIAT inaugurate Alex Naraian as new President. Nov 2017
# Interview with Gary Mees, CIAT. Nov 2017
# CIAT response to Grenfell inquiry. Oct 2017
# Leeds flood defences. Oct 2017
# Sacrificial device for buildings. Oct 2017
# Choosing the correct glazed facade heating system. Aug 2017
# Giving professional advice to friends - a case study. Aug 2017
# How to give professional advice to friends. Aug 2017
# London car charging infrastructure. Aug 2017
# Castle Hill Event Space. Jul 2017
# Grenfell Tower working group. Jul 2017
# Warming houses using free CO2. Jul 2017
# Architectural Technology Awards 2017. Jun 2017
# CIAT announce support for Designing Buildings Wiki. Jun 2017
# The design of temporary structures and wind adjacent to tall buildings. Jun 2016
# Bin blight. Apr 2016
# Designing out fire risk in roof voids. Apr 2016
# Existing guidance on fire compartmentation in roof voids. Apr 2016

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# Cyber Security in the Built Environment: Protecting projects, data, and digital assets. May 2026
# CIOB stresses importance of construction to new Scottish and Welsh governments. May 2026
# Everywhere to see: Women's Contributions to the Built Environment. May 2026
# What the UK’s new housing standards mean for homes, landlords and tenants. April 2026.
# Survey on CDM Regulations launched by CIOB‎. April 2026.
# Construction SMEs face mounting cost pressures and insolvencies despite continuous growth, report warns. March 2026
# Male construction workers and prostate cancer. March 2026
# CIOB student challenge inspires a new 2026 wave of Irish construction professionals. March 2026
# CIOB Apprentice of the Year 2025/26. March 2026
# Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Why talking about prostate cancer matters in construction. March 2026
# National construction careers campaign needed to meet development demand. March 2026
# Climate Resilience and Adaptation In the Built Environment. March 2026
# Scottish parents prioritise construction and apprenticeship routes, CIOB data shows. March 2026
# Cutting carbon, cost and risk in estate management. February 2026.
# Chartered bodies call for greater recognition of professional standard (mention). February 2026.
# Core construction skills explained. February 2026.
# Apprenticeships and the responsibility we share. February 2026.
# Strengthening industry collaboration in Hong Kong. February 2026.
# Built environment bodies deepen joint action on EDI with 2025-30 plan. February 2026.
# Intellectual property rights, copyright, patents, and trademarks (mention). February 2026.
# Welsh and Scottish 2026 elections (mention). February 2026.
# CIOB publishes Scottish Election Manifesto. February 2026.
# CIOB publishes Welsh Election Manifesto. February 2026.
# Looking back on CIOB Academy in 2025 and where it's going next. January 2026.
# Resident engagement as the key to successful retrofits. January 2026.
# The Warm Homes Plan details released. (mention), January 2026.
# From QS to Further Education Teacher. January 2026.
# AI and Construction. The Power of Progress, Not Perfection. January 2026.
# Dr Victoria Hills joins CIOB as CEO. January 2026.
# CIOB December Policy Update. December 2025.
# Industry reaction, as MHCLG publishes single construction regulator prospectus. December 2025.
# Building Safety recap November, 2025 (mention). December 2025.
# From construction apprentice to CIOB hub vice-chair. December 2025.
# Reusing empty properties in the built environment (mention). December 2025.
# Offices stand empty while Ireland faces housing shortages. New report poses solutions. December 2025.
# Construction and the autumn Budget 2025 (mention). November 2025.
# Helping avoid the skills gaps in construction. November 2025.
# Driving environmental professionalism across construction. November 2025.
# Understanding the role of quality materials. November 2025.
# CIOB launches first client survey. November 2025.
# Explaining the UK Government’s late payment reforms. November 2025.
# CIOB Technical Publication: Pre-construction services agreement. November 2025.
# The arc: identifying and engaging specialist historic environment professionals (update). November 2025.
# Building Safety recap October, 2025 (mention). November 2025.
# CIOB backs Code for Construction Product Information. November 2025.
# Retrofitting challenges in traditional and non-traditional buildings. October 2025.
# CIOB responds to Ireland budget announcement for 2025. October 2025.
# CIOB Scotland construction sector awards 2025. October 2025.
# Capacity Constraints in Construction: Rethinking the Business Environment. October 2025.
# The value of long-term relationships and early contractor involvement. October 2025.
# Is cultural safety the missing ingredient in building safety? September 2025.
# Celebrating construction across Ireland at the CIOB awards for 2025. September 2025.
# Sustainable Construction: Shifting the narrative. September 2025.
# Understanding the reforms to the Decent Homes Standard. September 2025.
# FMB and CIOB publish State of Trade survey findings 2025. September 2025.
# Launching CIOB Aspire. September 2025.
# How construction waste management in the UK is changing. August 2025.
# The Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard and the proposed Part Z (menton). August 2025.
# Design and construction industry podcasts (mention). August 2025.
# Manufacturer competency codes, standards and frameworks (mention). August 2025.
# Competence is not a one-time achievement. August 2025.
# CIOB encourages young Scots receiving N5 results to build a career in construction. August 2025.
# Ola Obadara FCIOB appointed CIOB Vice President for 2025/26. August 2025.
# Guide to Products Critical to Safe Construction. August 2025.
# Promoting discussion, collaboration and community at the CIOB Member Forum 2025. July 2025
# CIOB report; a blueprint for SDGs and the built environment. July 2025
# RTPI leader to become new CIOB Chief Executive Officer. July 2025
# The UK's Modern Industrial Strategy: A 10 year plan (mention). June 2025
# Paul Gandy FCIOB announced as next CIOB President. June 2025
# UK Infrastructure: A 10 Year Strategy. In brief with reactions. June 2025
# Understanding Mental Health in the Built Environment 2025. June 2025
# New guide for clients launched at Houses of Parliament. June 2025
# Built Environment professional bodies deepen commitment to EDI with two new signatories. June 2025
# CIOB awards (update team award). May 2025
# CIOB responds to committee report criticising UK retrofit schemes. May 2025
# Design and construction industry podcasts (mention). May 2025
# CIOB awards. May 2025
# CIOB Construction Manager of the Year 2025. May 2025
# Mental health support on the rise but workers still struggling, CIOB report shows. May 2025
# Digital technology, transformation and cybersecurity. May 2025
# CIOB and CORBON combine to elevate professional standards in Nigeria. April 2025
# CIOB Client Guide (2nd edition). April 2025
# Retrofit of Buildings, a CIOB Technical Publication available in 3 languages. April 2025
# Spring Statement 2025 with reactions from industry. April 2025
# 600 million investment for 60,000 more skilled construction workers announced (mention). March 2025
# CIOB Apprentice of the Year 2024/2025. March 2025
# CIOB shares insights on attracting more young people to construction. March 2025
# CIOB student challenge inspires a new wave of Irish construction professionals. March 2025
# Lack of construction careers advice threatens housing targets, CIOB warns. March 2025
# UN SDGs provide blueprint for constructions sustainability efforts. March 2025
# Institute of Roofing members welcomed into CIOB. February 2025
# Reactions to the government response to the Grenfell inquiry final report. February 2025
# Embodied Carbon in the Built Environment (repost). February 2025
# Nominations sought for awards celebrating construction excellence in Ireland and Northern Ireland. February 2025
# CIOB Northern Ireland inspires next generation of construction talent. February 2025
# Practical steps that can be undertaken in the Management of Contractors to discharge the relevant CDM 2015 duties. January 2025
# CIOB Art of Building 2024 judges choice winner‎. January 2025
# CIOB Art of Building 2024 public choice winner. January 2025
# CIOB Construction Manager of the Year award shortlist revealed. January 2025
# Caroline Gumble to step down as CIOB CEO in 2025 after transformative tenure. January 2025
# CIOB photographic competition public vote. January 2025
# CIOB photographic competition final images revealed. December 2024
# Principal Contractor Competency Certification Scheme. December 2024
# CIOB launches global mental health survey. December 2024
# Retrofit of Buildings, a CIOB Technical Publication. (repost) November 2024
# New homebuilding skills hub launch and industry response. November 2024
# Quality Planning for Micro and Small to Medium Sized Enterprises (repost and tweak). November 2024
# CIOB Ireland launches manifesto for 2024 General Election. November 2024
# Embodied Carbon in the Built Environment. November 2024
# Reactions to the Autumn Budget announcement. October 2024
# Innovative Silica Safety Toolkit Receives Funding Boost in Memory of Construction Visionary. October 2024.
# CIOB signs up to Green Skills At Cop campaign. October 2024.
# CIOB Art of Building photo contest 2024. October 2024.
# CIOB reveals worrying landscape for construction SMEs in Wales. October 2024.
# Digital series on the role of construction in tackling the biodiversity crisis. October 2024.
# A Better Hiring Toolkit for construction (mention). October 2024.
# Ireland budget announcement 2025: CIOB responds. October 2024.
# Retrofit of Buildings, a CIOB Technical Publication (repost). September 2024
# Impact of digital technology on productivity in construction. September 2024
# CIOB and MMC Ireland announce strategic partnership. September 2024
# Industry responds to the final Grenfell inquiry report. September 2024
# CIOB Podcast: 21st Century Construction. September 2024
# CIAT collaborates with CIOB, CIfA, Icon to launch The Arc. August 2024
# Making Diversity and Inclusion easy for SMEs‎.August 2024
# CIOB issue statement in response to riots. August 2024
# CIOB announces sustainability champion Saul Humphrey as vice president for 2024 2025. August 2024
# Guide to Construction Quality (Site Production and Assembly). August 2024
# CIOB's insight into the new Labour government ministers. August 2024
# Retrofit of Buildings, a CIOB Technical Publication. July 2024
# Industry reacts to first labour government King's speech in fifteen years. July 2024
# CIOB Diversity and Inclusion technical information sheet. July 2024
# Construction industry reactions to the election result. July 2024
# Sustainable Development Goals must be focus for construction says CIOB President. June 2024
# New playbook on AI in construction published by CIOB. June 2024
# Principal Contractor Competency Certification Scheme PCCCS. June 2024
# CIOB Awards. (2025 update). June 2024
# The construction industry and the general election (mention). June 2024
# CIOB launches pre-election manifesto. May 2024
# Retrofit experts highlight critical actions Scottish Government must take to reach net-zero targets. May 2024
# Digital construction awards. 2024 shortlists. May 2024
# Digital Construction Awards 2023 Winners. May 2024
# Digital Construction Awards 2022 Winners. May 2024
# CIOB announces new trustees for 2024. May 2024
# Homeowners fear cost-of-living crisis will derail home improvement plans. May 2024
# Global Student Challenge 2024. April 2024
# Investors in People: CIOB achieves gold. April 2024
# Built environment project and programme management codes of practice. April 2024
# Code of Practice for Project Management for the Built Environment, 6th edition. April 2024
# Code of Practice for Programme Management in the Built Environment. Second edition. April 2024
# CIOB awards ceremony 2024. April 2024
# Barriers and benefits of MMC for Irish housing. April 2024.
# CIOB Client Guide. March 2024
# Employing People with Criminal Convictions in Construction. March 2024
# The reluctance of construction to hire people with criminal convictions revealed. March 2024
# Industry responds to the 2024 Spring Budget announcement. March 2024
# CIOB responds to the 2024 Spring Budget announcement. March 2024
# Building conservation; meaning, understanding and implementation (repost). February 2024
# CIOB comment on Biodiversity Net Gain legislation. February 2024
# CIOB joins forces to urge Government to regulate embodied carbon. February 2024
# The Paul Dockerill Award. February 2024
# Collaboration and challenge. January 2024
# Duty holders according to the Building Regulations Amendment 2023. January 2024
# What the Building Safety Act 2022 means for construction clients.January 2024
# Competence framework for project managers in the built environment launched (mention). January 2024
# Winners of world’s largest built environment photography competition 2023. January 2023.
# Art of Building 2023, vote for the finalists. December 2023.
# Rebecca Lovelace of Building People and CIOB EDI Individual Award Winner 2022 (CIOB mention). December 2023.
# CIOB Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Awards. December 2023.
# Finalists for 2024 CIOB Awards revealed. December 2023.
# The impact of pandemic and new legislation on academy training courses. December 2023.
# 2023 CIOB photography competition public choice award shortlist. December 2023.
# 2023 HSE data on workplace injuries and ill health with industry response‎ (CIOB section). November 2023.
# CIOB responds to the latest HSE data on workplace injuries, ill health and fatalities. November 2023.
# CIOB comments on the Chancellor's Autumn Budget. November 2023.
# 2023 Autumn Statement in brief with reactions (CIOB mention). November 2023.
# Building Safety Act Awareness course launched. November 2023
# Digital Transformation for SMEs: Unlocking the Benefits. November 2023
# CIOB energy efficiency survey. October 2023
# CIOB Ireland responds to Budget 2024. October 2023
# CIOB Art of Building photo contest 2023. October 2023
# Industry reaction to scaling back of HS2 (mention). October 2023
# CIOB social value report 2023. October 2023
# Guide to sustainability in the built environment. October 2023
# Guest editor, Phil Henry (mention). October 2023
# Industry responds to Prime Ministers Net Zero policy announcement. September 2023
# CIOB responds to net zero scaling back. September 2023
# 2023 CIOB Awards Scotland. September 2023
# Construction industry statements and responses to RAAC crisis (CIOB mention). September 2023
# CIOB statement on Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete‎. September 2023.
# CIOB Building Performance and Evaluation Guide (repost). September 2023.
# A Guide to Managing Safety Critical Elements in Building Construction (repost). September 2023.
# CIOB aims to help ex-offenders build a career in construction. September 2023.
# Help to Fix loan would drive retrofitting says CIOB. August 2023.
# CIOB welcomes new Vice President for 2025. August 2023.
# Top areas every professional needs to do to improve fire safety. August 2023
# Decision on second staircases, Michael Gove. July 2023.
# CIOB comments on Shortage Occupation List. July 2023
# Introduction to Facilities Management for Project Managers in the Built Environment. July 2023
# CIOB People, PPE that fits campaign. July 2023
# A sustainable future for Liverpool. July 2023
# Diversity and inclusion; free course from the CIOB Academy. July 2023
# New CIOB President calls for greater collaboration across construction, education and policy makers. June 2023
# New CIOB Technical Membership, TechCIOB grade aimed at technical experts. June 2023
# Search resumes for coveted CIOB Awards entries. June 2023
# Building Up Ireland: professional insights from the construction sector in 2023. June 2023
# Retrofitting plan for Scotland. May 2023
# CIOB Awards (updated postponement). May 2023
# CIOB Awards 2023 - Search begins for construction's leading lights (updated postponement). May 2023
# Embrace social value or get left behind warns CIOB. May 2023
# Universitas Indonesia win CIOB Global Student Challenge 2023. April 2023
# Revealing the real face of construction. April 2023
# Creation of Housing Minister for Scotland welcomed by CIOB. March2023
# A Guide to Managing Safety Critical Elements in Building Construction. March 2023
# CIOB reveals 2023 Global Student Challenge finalists‎. March 2023
# CIOB supports Scottish charter on construction quality. March 2023
# 2023 Spring Budget summary and industry response. March 2023
# CIOB launches digital resources for construction clients. March 2023
# CIOB Art of Building exhibition opens in China. February 2023
# Digital Construction Awards. February 2023
# CIOB five-year plan. January 2022
# (Enter the) Digital Construction Awards 2023. January 2022
# CIOB Art of Building photo contest 2022 winners. January 2022
# CIOB Building Performance and Evaluation Guide. January 2023
# CIOB Awards 2023 - Search begins for construction's leading lights. January 2023
# CIOB Global Student Challenge 2023. January 2023
# CIOB holds the Art of Building photo contest 2022. December 2022
# CIOB Academy publication, Quality planning for micro and SMEs. December 2022
# CIOB proposes stamp duty deferral on fixer uppers in RoI and NI. December 2022
# CIOB appoints new Vice President for 2022. November 2022
# Inaugural equality, diversity & inclusion conference. November 2022
# Chancellor's 2022 Autumn statement industry response. (joint mention) November 2022
# What are post-nominals ? November 2022
# CIOB at the party conferences 2022‎. November 2022
# CIOB tomorrow leaders community. November 2022
# CIOB Academy course, UN Sustainable Development Goals. October 2022
# CIOB Comment as Rishi Sunak becomes new Prime Minister. October 2022
# CIOB holds the Art of Building photo contest 2022. October 2022
# Scottish construction celebrated at CIOB Awards. October 2022
# Diversity & Inclusion Charter receives 100th signature. October 2022
# CIOB awards (Updated for 2022 event). September 2022
# CIOB Ireland responds to Budget 2023. September 2022
# CIOB reaction to September 2022 mini budget. September 2022
# Industry responds to Liz Truss as new Prime Minister. Septeber 2022
# Lessons learnt during Covid-19 pandemic leave lasting legacy. August 2022
# Finalists for 2022 CIOB Awards revealed. August 2022
# CIOB's response to the Levelling Up and Regeneration Bill. August 2022
# Three year equity, diversity and inclusion action plan. August 2022
# CIOB Managing Temporary Works Technical Information Sheet‎. July 2022
# CIOB Smoke Control Management Technical Information Sheet‎. July 2022
# CIOB Logistics Technical Information Sheet‎. July 2022
# CIOB Academy. July 2022 (updated)
# Construction industry bodies set out shared vision for the built environment. Academy. July 2022
# New CIOB President for 2022. June 2022.
# Sixth edition of the Code of Practice for Project Management. June 2022
# The Platinum Jubilee and Royal Charters. June 2022
# Anti-Slavery Commissioner say construction workers still at risk of exploitation. May 2022
# Buildings client group (BCG). April 2022 ‎
# CIOB awards. April 2022.
# The Construction Innovation and Quality Scholarship. April 2022
# Safer Buildings Conference. February 2022.
# CIOB accepted onto register of end-point assessment organisations. February 2022.
# CIOB strengthens governance structure with new Chair role. February 2022.
# The impact of silicosis on the construction industry. January 2022.
# Charter for diversity and inclusion in construction and special report launched by CIOB. November 2021.
# CIOB holds net zero event with industry experts and UK Government. November 2021.
# CIOB Global Student Challenge 2022. November 2021.
# CIOB response to the Autumn Budget and Spending Review 2021. October 2021.
# CIOB Ireland responds to Budget 2022. October 2021.
# Skyscrapers, staircases and optical illusions - the Art of Building is back. October 2021.
# Meeting the demand for housing in the UK. September 2021.
# CIOB responds to Newsnight report - Trapped: the UK's building safety crisis. September 2021.
# CIOB responds to skills strategy for Northern Ireland. August 2021.
# CIOB responds to CITB mental health and wellbeing report. August 2021.
# CIOB Connect mobile app. August 2021.
# Diploma in Building Safety Management. July 2021
# CIOB reviews the Building Safety Bill. July 2021.
# Pyrite and mica redress issues in Dail Eireann. July 2021.
# Interview with Paloma Hermoso, Senior Project Manager CIOB MAPM, Baker Ruff Hannon. June 2021.
# Chartered builders and chartered construction managers receive official recognition in Northern Ireland public procurement. June 2021.
# CIOB Global Student Challenge 2021 finalists. May 2021.
# Annual construction awards introduce two new categories. April 2021.
# Irish construction may struggle to meet demands. April 2021.
# Future Buildings Standard shortcomings raised. April 2021.
# Investors In People award CIOB silver accreditation. April 2021.
# Virtual reality construction experience for students. March 2021.
# January 2021 construction output figures. March 2021.
# Successor activity. February 2021.
# Stress test. February 2021.
# Start-finish logic. February 2021.
# Start-start logic. February 2021.
# Rescheduling. February 2021.
# Standard project. February 2021.
# Progress date. February 2021.
# Predecessor activity. February 2021.
# Finish-start logic. February 2021.
# CIOB Planning Protocol 2021. February 2021.
# CIOB conservation scheme welcomes retrofit roles. February 2021.
# December 2020 GDP figures show construction vulnerable. February 2021.
# New Homes Quality Board. February 2021.
# CIOB Adapt and Thrive conference 2021. February 2021.
# Protecting tenants and leaseholders from unsafe cladding. February 2021.
# Health performance indicators in the built environment. January 2021.
# Construction quality management guide. January 2021.
# Fire safety certification from CIOB. January 2021.
# CIOB responds to Sixth Carbon Budget. December 2020.
# Golden Thread report published by CIOB and i3PT. December 2020.
# CIOB 2020 CMYA and Rising Stars Announced. November 2020.
# CIOB Global Student Challenge 2021. November 2020.
# CIOB building conservation courses receive English Heritage endorsement. November 2020.
# Leading built environment bodies call for sprinklers in all schools. October 2020.
# CIOB holds the Art of Building photo contest. October 2020.
# CIOB reacts to 2020 Winter Economy Plan. September 2020.
# Finalists announced for CIOB Rising Star Award 2020. August 2020.
# Government urged to include home energy retrofits in Industrial Strategy. August 2020.
# CIOB president sees change ahead. June 2020.
# UK BIM Alliance and CIOB join forces. June 2020.
# Construction sites urged to integrate test and trace. June 2020.
# Understanding mental health in the built environment. May 2020.
# Quality policy. May 2020
# The CIOB welcomes assurance of Exchequer-funded capital projects in Ireland. Apr 2020
# Northern Ireland construction output Q4 2019. Apr 2020
# BEIS Reforming Regulation Initiative. Apr 2020
# Proposed changes: MHCLG consultation on house building statistics. Apr 2020
# CIOB urges construction industry to share PPE with healthcare providers. Mar 2020
# Construction output and GDP for quarter 4 2019. Feb 2020
# Auction theory. July 2019
# CIOB quality management code. Sep 2019
# CIOB response to 'Building a Safer Future' consultation. Aug 2019
# CIOB Value of Construction: Scotland report. Jun 2019
# Time and cost management contract suite. May 2019
# What does the Northern Powerhouse mean for us?. May 2019
# Invest in getting estimates right. Apr 2019
# Modern slavery in the construction sector. Apr 2019
# Balance for Better: Why lack of diversity is an issue for everyone. Mar 2019
# Research and development tax credits. Feb 2019
# Combined action needed to tackle severe skills shortages. Feb 2019
# The Role of Security in the Construction Industry. Feb 2019
# Development schedule. Jan 2019
# Improving quality in the built environment. Dec 2018
# CIOB Chief Executive announces retirement. Nov 2018
# Construction quality management course. Sep 2018
# Sustainable construction and development online course. Aug 2018
# Aircrete blocks. Jul 2018
# Construction and the Modern Slavery Act. May 2018
# Building in Quality: Joint Memorandum of Understanding. Mar 2018
# Guide to good practice in the management of time in major projects: Dynamic time modelling. Feb 2018
# CIOB and Stronger Together. Oct 2017
# CIOB Building Conservation Certification Scheme. Jun 2017
# CIOB Commission of Past Presidents. Jun 2017
# CIOB 2017 manifesto. May 2017
# Think Construction toolkit. May 2017
# CIOB join Build UK. Mar 2017
# Modern slavery toolkit. Feb 2017
# One CIOB. Jan 2017
# All-in rates. Dec 2016
# Approved contractor. Dec 2016
# Code of Estimating Practice. Dec 2016
# Consortium. Dec 2016
# Head office overheads. Dec 2016
# Mark-up. Dec 2016
# Masterminds of Construction. Dec 2016
# New code of estimating practice. Dec 2016
# Project overheads. Dec 2016
# Social mobility and construction: Building routes to opportunity. Dec 2016
# Tender works programme. Dec 2016
# CIOB academy. Nov 2016
# Code of practice for programme management. Sep 2016
# Code of practice for project management. Sep 2016
# The changing form of building worldwide 1984. Sep 2016
# Building a fairer system: Tackling modern day slavery. Jul 2016
# CIOB International innovation and research awards 2016. Jul 2016
# Craft your Future. May 2016
# Productivity in construction: Creating a framework for the industry to thrive. May 2016
# Exploring the impact of the ageing population on the workforce and built environment. Dec 2015
# The effectiveness of current smart home technologies to improve energy efficiency. Sep 2015
# 3D MOVE: Mobile Immersive Visualisation Environment. May 2015
# BIM Development for the Crossrail Farringdon Station. May 2015
# BIM-Hub, Educating Future Built Environment Professionals to Work in BIM Environment. May 2015
# Comparing the fit between BREEAM assessment and design processes. May 2015
# Construction efficiency: A tale of two developed countries. May 2015
# Does NEC3 aid collaboration in construction?. May 2015
# Effect of safety investments on safety performance of building projects. May 2015
# Icynene spray foam insulation. May 2015
# Improving the Safety of Single Carriageways in Northern Ireland. May 2015
# Inspiring the future initiative for schools. May 2015
# Japanese construction contractors in the international market. May 2015
# Modelling building construction durations in Nigeria. May 2015
# Oxypod. May 2015
# Q-Bot. May 2015
# Risk identification and allocation of Singapore construction joint venture projects with developing countries. May 2015
# Site Reconnaissance App SRAp. May 2015
# The history of human resource management. May 2015
# UtterBerry intelligent wireless sensor system. May 2015
# Bowen Jenkins Legacy Research Fund. Mar 2015
# Flagship first project for CPC 2013. Feb 2015
# Biomimicry. Mar 2014
# Chaos theory. Mar 2014
# Complexity theory. Mar 2014
# Fuzzy logic. Mar 2014
# Construction site personnel. Nov 2013
# Quality control for construction works. Nov 2013
# Site personnel. Nov 2013
# Client commissioning of construction works. Oct 2013
# Commissioning v testing. Oct 2013
# Computers in building design. Oct 2013
# Computers in construction tendering. Oct 2013
# Computers in the management of construction. Oct 2013
# Critical path method CPM. Oct 2013
# Ex gratis payment. Oct 2013
# Gantt chart. Oct 2013
# Overcoming difficulties in construction value management. Oct 2013
# Project manager's report for building design and construction. Oct 2013
# Scheduling construction activities. Oct 2013
# Productivity in building design and construction. Sep 2013
# Cost control in building design and construction. Sep 2013
# Design management plan. Sep 2013
# Site selection and acquisition for construction. Sep 2013
# Value engineering in building design and construction. Sep 2013
# Value in building design and construction. Sep 2013
# Value management techniques for building design and construction. Sep 2013
# Complex projects contract CPC 2013. Aug 2013
# Construction organisation design. Aug 2013
# Types of construction organisations. Aug 2013
# Time and cost management contract TCM15. Apr 2013
# Risk management. Nov 2011
# Value management in building design and construction. Nov 2011

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15/05/2026 - [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/w/images/6/62/Designing_Buildings_Newsletter_15_05_2026.pdf Cyber Security in the built environment, the sad story of Derby Hippodrome, Managing competence, Noise Action Week, Scottish and Welsh Parliaments and construction. Web: ECA retentions ban proposal, confidence gap in fire safety, BC approvals applications received, Regulatory Reform Conference Wales, and Construct Zero refreshed.]

08/05/2026 - [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/w/images/6/65/Designing_Buildings_Newsletter_08_05_2026.pdf Conserving the Sainsbury Wing, Women's Contributions to the Built Environment, Circular Economy Strategy, Apprenticeships pay back, the future workforce at UKCW. Web: New President of ECA., Renters' Right Act, Cost of building a new home, steel tariffs and quotas, and Survey – National Standards User Needs.]

01/05/2026 - [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/w/images/f/f4/Designing_Buildings_Newsletter_01_05_2026.pdf Construction, carbon and soil, Hampstead Garden Suburb, Safe energy transition, 2026 Fire door compliance, and Frank Duffy. Web: CIOB new trustees, new fire safety RPEEPs, new CIC report on apprenticeship assessment reform, consultation on changes to Approved Document B and how to make cities that keep getting better.]

24/04/2026 - [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/w/images/9/9c/Designing_Buildings_Newsletter_24_04_2026.pdf Sourcing Scottish slate, New housing standards, Where it's AT, Delabole slate, and Edmundson Apprentice of the Year. Web: Commitment to cheaper electricity, CIAT becomes CCPI Organisation Associate, Future Homes Hub Technical Conferences, misuse of NDAs, and concerns over sprinkler policy expressed.]

17/04/2026 - [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/w/images/c/ca/Designing_Buildings_Newsletter_17_04_2026.pdf Solar in the historic environment, The National Housing Bank, Change of use legislation, New level 6 MSc course, and workforce health and operations. Web: New electrical standard amendment, business electrical bill cuts,CDM survey, stained glass repository, and new CIAT CPD catalogue addition for Future Homes Standard.]

10/04/2026 - [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/w/images/e/e1/Designing_Buildings_Newsletter_10_04_2026.pdf Insolvencies mount, despite growth, carbon case for indigenous slate, The Built List, Responsibilities of domestic clients, Vitrified clay pipe in infrastructure. Web: Stress Awareness Month, ECA Business Day, Marketing strategies, CIC concerns over new school sprinkler policy, and Craftsperson of the Year Award.]

31/03/2026 - [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/w/images/f/fc/Designing_Buildings_Newsletter_31_03_2026.pdf Manifesto house, seven new towns, sustainable plumbing and heating, Sustainability Pathfinder Handbook, and CBAM. Web: Student to CIOB Fellow, Grenfell community update, ECA Awards, Finnish timber system and Archetech issue.]

27/03/2026 - [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/w/images/b/b9/Designing_Buildings_Newsletter_27_03_2026.pdf Future homes standards and plug-in solar, later living housing solution, time to pay up, Gus Astley student award winners, preparing HRB safety case reports. Web: Upgrading the UK’s housing stock, MCIAT professional assessment exemplar, support for housebuilding in London, CROSS-UK reporting, JCT 2016 Editions withdrawn.]

24/03/2026 - [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/w/images/3/32/Designing_Buildings_Newsletter_24_03_2026.pdf Male workers and prostate cancer, Welsh workforce assessment, structuring product data, the changed R&D tax landscape, and Sea City. Web: Glasgow Central station partly reopens, HRB PD project case studies, Hong Kong blaze inquiry, CLC Biennial Report Launch Webinar, Retrofit Testing for Warm Homes free white paper.]

20/03/2026 - [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/w/images/f/fa/Designing_Buildings_Newsletter_20_03_2026.pdf Copyright and AI, Architectural education and AI, document control, CIOB student challenge, UKCW UK. Web: Infrastructure and Industry (IHBC Context 186), Manchester's electrical workforce drive, Grenfell Tower statement, Construction output falls by 2.0%, IHBC MARSH Awards.]

17/03/2026 - [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/w/images/4/48/Designing_Buildings_Newsletter_17_03_2026.pdf Reslating a water mill, plan-making system, Circular insulation, Recycled plastic, Apprentice of the Year. Web: Regulatory reform, reward management survey, spatial development strategies, research programme on Building Safety. The Plastic Detox, documentary film.]

13/03/2026 - [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/w/images/0/09/Designing_Buildings_Newsletter_13_03_2026.pdf UK NZCBS Version 1, Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, AT podcast, ACA recap, enquiries to profitable projects. Web: Glasgow fire, CIAT joins EPF, conservation research and professional practice, new Chief Planning Inspector, HMRC new tax record and reporting requirements.]

10/03/2026 - [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/w/images/f/fa/Designing_Buildings_Newsletter_10_03_2026.pdf Planning and manufacturing, HEM wrappers, FHS Essentials, Pavilion Brighton, BS recap Feb].

06/03/2026 - [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/w/images/f/f4/Designing_Buildings_Newsletter_06_03_2026.pdf Careers campaign, AI automation, design team, Climate Resilience and Adaptation, concrete poetry].

03/03/2026 - [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/w/images/9/95/Designing_Buildings_Newsletter_03_03_2026.pdf Construction Products Reform, stained glass, Skills plan, PFI end, Scottish parents].

27/02/2026 - [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/w/images/2/27/Designing_Buildings_Newsletter_27_02_2026.pdf Call of professional standards, draft NPPF, Interim Chief Construction Advisor, estate management, DRC.]

24/02/2026 - [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/w/images/9/92/Designing_Buildings_Newsletter_24_02_2026.pdf Historic roof repair, BS risks, The next electrical generation, Env compliance checklist, UKCW.]

20/02/2026 - [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/w/images/6/61/Designing_Buildings_Newsletter_20_02_2026.pdf Gargoyles, Retrofitting for resilience, Safe School Gates Campaign, Core skills, Water on DB].

17/02/2026 - [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/w/images/f/f0/Designing_Buildings_Newsletter_17_02_2026.pdf Fire engineering reform, pitched roofs, developer case study, Restoration & Renewal, apprentices.]

13/02/2026 - [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/w/images/9/94/Designing_Buildings_Newsletter_13_02_2026.pdf National Apprenticeship Week, CIOB Hong Kong, BS recap Jan, acoustic flooring, types of floor.]

10/02/2026 - [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/w/images/5/56/Designing_Buildings_Newsletter_10_02_2026.pdf Electrical skills gap mapped, EDI, IHBC plan for growth, Futurebuild, Sustainable cultural economics.]

06/02/2026 - [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/w/images/c/cb/Designing_Buildings_Newsletter_06_02_2026.pdf Welsh and Scottish elections, BIM competency, Employment Rights Act, Ireland Retrofit, Rethinking risk.]

03/02/2026 - [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/w/images/5/51/Designing_Buildings_Newsletter_03_02_2026.pdf Summoned by bells, CIOB Academy, Solar panels and fire spread, Modernising heat networks.]

30/01/2026 - [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/w/images/e/e6/Designing_Buildings_Newsletter_30_01_2026.pdf BSR, integrating heat pumps, Welsh Election Manifesto, Resident engaged retrofits, Exchange for Change]

27/01/2026 - [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/w/images/4/4e/Designing_Buildings_Newsletter_27_01_2026.pdf Old buildings and oligarchs, Warm Homes Plan and Workforce Taskforce, CODE, Circular economy wiki]

23/01/2026 - [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/w/images/2/2e/Designing_Buildings_Newsletter_23_01_2026.pdf Neural technologies, QS to teacher, The Orange book, Key AI terms, Lego and future engineers]

20/01/2026 - [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/w/images/8/8b/Designing_Buildings_Newsletter_20_01_2026.pdf AI conservation, CIAT President, rapidly renewable content, skills and progress, Data for material science.]

16/01/2026 - [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/w/images/e/ec/Designing_Buildings_Newsletter_16_01_2026.pdf Apprentices in Wales, Heat Pumps Historic Buildings, Tenement Revealed, Good Homes, First aid.]

13/01/2026 - [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/w/images/4/40/Designing_Buildings_Newsletter_13_01_2026.pdf Fire safety Riser shafts, Brighton Museum roof lantern, Data and tech, Regency style, Council roads.]

09/01/2026 - [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/w/images/6/64/Designing_Buildings_Newsletter_09_01_2026.pdf ECA 125, new CIOB CEO, 19C conservation thinking, Snow and ice, Beyond the Warm Homes Plan]

06/01/2026 - [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/w/images/e/ef/Designing_Buildings_Newsletter_06_01_2026.pdf Wayland Young, AI in construction, CIOB policy updates, BS recap Dec, Jane Jacobs]

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2026-05-15T08:55:40Z

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ITFG publishes new guidance on managing competence in organisations across the built environment

2026-05-14T16:05:32Z

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The Industry Task and Finish Group (ITFG) has published its guidance on Managing Competence in the Built Environment: An industry guide on how to meet the ICC principles, providing practical, proportionate and risk-based support for organisations operating across the built environment.

The ITFG is an industry‑led, time‑limited group formed in June 2025 in response to the new Building Safety Regime’s requirement to manage competence in organisations. It brings together more than 50 professional bodies, industry organisations, regulators and assurance bodies, with the shared aim of translating high‑level principles for managing competence in the built environment into a practical day‑to‑day application that is recognised across the sector and helps drive up competence and building safety outcomes.

The guidance sets out what effective organisational competence management looks like in practice for organisations of all sizes and risk profiles, SMEs, micro-businesses and large organisations alike, enabling them to demonstrate that people working for them, or on their behalf, are competent for the work they undertake.

Its flexible and proportionate approach means that the guidance can be used alongside existing management systems, or as a foundation where no formal approach is yet in place. Although prompted to meet competence management requirements set by building safety reforms, it can be used more widely across the built environment.

The guidance has been developed alongside, and is fully aligned with, the Industry Competence Committee (ICC) publication Setting Expectations on Competence Management. Used together, the ICC advice sets out what good looks like at a high level, while the ITFG guidance explains how organisations can put those principles into practice.

The guidance looks at the role of organisational leadership and governance, while emphasising that actively managing competence is not simply about qualifications or training records; it is about ensuring that organisations have enough people with the right skills, knowledge, experience and behaviours for their role.

Using the principles set out in the ICC document, the ITFG guidance sets out the key elements organisations, SME’s and large organisations alike, should think about when putting effective competence management in place, defining what competence is needed for different roles and activities, assessing and verifying competence, and making sure competence is monitored and maintained over time.

The guidance will next play a key role in shaping the development of a future British Standard on managing competence in organisations.

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Featured articles and news

2026-05-14T16:04:17Z

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[[Cyber_Security_in_the_Built_Environment:_Protecting_projects,_data,_and_digital_assets|Cyber Security in the Built Environment]]

[[File:CIOB_cyber_security_350.jpg|link=Cyber_Security_in_the_Built_Environment:_Protecting_projects,_data,_and_digital_assets]]

Protecting projects, data, and digital assets: A CIOB Academy TIS.

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[[Managing_Competence_in_the_Built_Environment:_An_industry_guide_on_how_to_meet_the_ICC_principles|Managing competence in the built environment]]

[[File:ICC Managing Competence in the Built Environment 350.jpg|link=Managing_Competence_in_the_Built_Environment:_An_industry_guide_on_how_to_meet_the_ICC_principles]]

ITFG publishes new industry guide on how to meet the ICC principles.

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[[Noise_Action_Week|Noise Action Week]]

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The UK's campaign to reduce noise pollution: Mythbusting, articles and topic guides.

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[[Industry_Competence_Committee._Setting_Expectations_on_Competence_Management|Setting Expectations on Competence Management]]

[[File:ICC_Expectations_competency_350.jpg|link=Industry_Competence_Committee._Setting_Expectations_on_Competence_Management]]

Industry Competence Committee.

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[[CIOB_stresses_importance_of_construction_to_new_Scottish_and_Welsh_governments|New Scottish and Welsh governments]]

[[File:Scottish_parliament_and_Welsh_Assembly_ciob_350.jpg|link=CIOB_stresses_importance_of_construction_to_new_Scottish_and_Welsh_governments]]

CIOB stresses importance of construction after new parliament elections.

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[[The_sad_story_of_Derby_Hippodrome|The sad story of Derby Hippodrome]]

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An historic building left to decay.

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[[Apprenticeships_pay_back:_ECA,_JIB_and_JTL_back_Fabian_Society_call_to_invest_in_skills_for_a_stronger_built_environment_workforce|Apprenticeships pay back]]

[[File:ECA_apprentice_rates_shutterstock_1872852154_350.jpg|link=Apprenticeships_pay_back:_ECA,_JIB_and_JTL_back_Fabian_Society_call_to_invest_in_skills_for_a_stronger_built_environment_workforce]]

ECA, JIB and JTL back Fabian Society call to invest in skills for a stronger built environment workforce.

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[[Everywhere_to_see:_Women's_Contributions_to_the_Built_Environment|Everywhere to see]]

[[File:CIOB_Skyline_of_a_city_of_skyscrapers_350.jpg|link=Everywhere_to_see:_Women's_Contributions_to_the_Built_Environment]]

Women's Contributions to the Built Environment.

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[[Calls_for_the_delayed_Circular_Economy_Strategy|Calls for the delayed Circular Economy Strategy]]

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Over 50 leading businesses, trade associations and professional bodies, including CIAT, and UKGBC sign open letter.

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[[The_future_workforce_-_culture_change_and_skill_go_under_the_spotlight_at_UK_Construction_Week_London|The future workforce: culture change and skill]]

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Under the spotlight at UK Construction Week London.

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[[Conserving_the_postmodern_legacy_of_the_Sainsbury_Wing|Conserving the Sainsbury Wing]]

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A landmark moment for postmodern heritage.

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[[A_safe_energy_transition_–_ECA_launches_a_new_Charter|A safe energy transition – ECA launches a new Charter]]

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Practical policy actions to speed up low carbon adoption while maintaining installation safety and competency.

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[[Frank_Duffy:_Researcher_and_Practitioner|Frank Duffy: Researcher and Practitioner]]

[[File:BandC_Frank_Duffy_from_estate_2lores_350.jpg|link=Frank_Duffy:_Researcher_and_Practitioner]]

Reflections on achievements and relevance to the wider research and practice communities.

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[[The_2026_Compliance_Landscape:_Why_'Business_as_Usual'_is_a_Liability|The 2026 Compliance Landscape: Fire doors]]

[[File:LMC_image_fire_door_350.jpg|link=The_2026_Compliance_Landscape:_Why_'Business_as_Usual'_is_a_Liability]]

Why 'Business as Usual' is a Liability.

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[[Cutting_construction_carbon_footprint_by_caring_for_soil|Cutting construction carbon footprint by caring for soil]]

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Is construction neglecting one of the planet’s most powerful carbon stores and one of our greatest natural climate allies.

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[[ARCHITECTURE:_How's_it_progressing?|ARCHITECTURE: How's it progressing?]]

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Archiblogger posing questions of a historical and contextual nature.

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Building Safety Wiki features

2026-05-14T16:02:46Z

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[[Managing_Competence_in_the_Built_Environment:_An_industry_guide_on_how_to_meet_the_ICC_principles|Managing competence in the built environment]]

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ITFG publishes new industry guide on how to meet the ICC principles.

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[https://www.thefpa.co.uk/fire-and-risk-management-journal/news/new-research-highlights-growing-confidence-gap-in-uk-fire-safety-decision-making FPA, 30 Apr]

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New research highlights growing confidence gap in UK fire safety decision making.

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[https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/built-environment-wales-regulatory-reform-conference.html CIAT, 6 May]

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Built Environment Wales – Regulatory Reform Conference.

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[https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/building-safety-regulator-building-control-approval-application-data-february-to-april-2026 Gov UK, 8 May]

[[File:BSR_till_april_26_350.jpg|link=https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/building-safety-regulator-building-control-approval-application-data-february-to-april-2026]]

Building control approval applications received, determination times, decision outcomes and performance.

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[[Industry_Competence_Committee._Setting_Expectations_on_Competence_Management|Setting Expectations on Competence Management]]

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Industry Competence Committee.

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[https://www.eca.co.uk/news/2026/may/eca-makes-the-airwaves-on-retentions-ban-proposal ECA, 5 May]

[[File:ECA-Rob-Driscoll_350.jpg|link=https://www.eca.co.uk/news/2026/may/eca-makes-the-airwaves-on-retentions-ban-proposal]]

ECA makes the airwaves on retentions ban proposal.

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[https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/new-fire-safety-rules-residential-personal-emergency-evacuation-plans-rpeeps.html CIAT, 27 April]

[[File:Fire_exit_350.jpg|link=https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/new-fire-safety-rules-residential-personal-emergency-evacuation-plans-rpeeps.html]]

New fire safety rules: Residential personal emergency evacuation plans (RPEEPs).

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[https://consultations.hse.gov.uk/bsr/review-of-approved-document-b-fire-safety/ HSE, until 1 July]

[[File:Fire_safety_cons_350.jpg|link=https://consultations.hse.gov.uk/bsr/review-of-approved-document-b-fire-safety/]]

Consultation proposal on changes to Approved Document B.

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[[The_2026_Compliance_Landscape:_Why_'Business_as_Usual'_is_a_Liability|The 2026 Compliance Landscape: Firedoors]]

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[[Keeping_CIOB’s_Building_Safety_Act_Workshop_aligned_with_legislative_and_regulatory_change|CIOB Building Safety Act Workshop]]

[[File:Construction_worker_drills_into_a_wall_350._jpeg.jpg|link=Keeping_CIOB’s_Building_Safety_Act_Workshop_aligned_with_legislative_and_regulatory_change]]

Keeping it aligned with legislative and regulatory change.

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[[Building_Safety_recap_March,_2026|Building Safety recap March, 2026]]

[[File:Building_Safety_Wiki_Recap_March_26_350.jpg|link=Building_Safety_recap_March,_2026]]

A quick run through of events...did we miss anything? If so, please do create your profile and add to this page. Thanks!

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[[ACA_safety_guide_to_the_roles_and_responsibilities_of_domestic_clients|Roles and responsibilities of domestic clients]]

[[File:ACA_Safety_in_Construction_350.jpg|link=ACA_safety_guide_to_the_roles_and_responsibilities_of_domestic_clients]]

ACA Safety in Construction guide for domestic clients.

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[[The_Built_List._Research_by_construction_PR_consultancy_LMC|The Built List]]

[[File:The_Built_List_2026_LMC_350.jpg|link=The_Built_List._Research_by_construction_PR_consultancy_LMC]]

Research by construction PR consultancy LMC including Fire and Building Safety section.

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[[Preparing_safety_case_reports_for_HRBs_under_the_BSA|Preparing safety case reports for HRBs under the BSA]]

[[File:IStructE_Preparing_safety_case_reports_for_HRB_cover_350.jpg|link=Preparing_safety_case_reports_for_HRBs_under_the_BSA]]

A new practical guide to preparing structural inputs for safety cases and safety case reports published by the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE).

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[https://constructionmanagement.co.uk/fire-engineering-safety-operational-changes-buildings/ Construction Management, 23 Mar]

[[File:FireExtinguisheronFloor-350x193.jpg|link=https://constructionmanagement.co.uk/fire-engineering-safety-operational-changes-buildings/]]

How does fire engineering deal with operational changes to buildings?

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[[Fire_door_compliance_in_UK_commercial_buildings|Fire door compliance in UK commercial buildings]]

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An Architect and manufacturer shares knowledge on the subject.

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[https://www.thefpa.co.uk/fire-and-risk-management-journal/news/systemic-fire-safety-failures-exposed-at-hong-kong-blaze-inquiry FPA, 22 Mar]

[[File:Hong_Kong_Tower_Fire_HK_TV_350.jpg|link=https://www.thefpa.co.uk/fire-and-risk-management-journal/news/systemic-fire-safety-failures-exposed-at-hong-kong-blaze-inquiry]]

Systemic fire safety failures exposed at Hong Kong blaze inquiry.

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[https://newsblogs.ihbc.org.uk/?p=46049 IHBC, 20 Mar]

[[File:First_Minister_visits_Union_street-Small_350.jpg|link=https://newsblogs.ihbc.org.uk/?p=46049]]

Heritage from the doorstep: Demolition of fire-hit facade begins as Glasgow Central station partly reopens.

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[https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/two-higher-risk-buildings-hrb-principal-designer-project-case-studies-through-the-gateways.html CIAT, 17 Mar]

[[File:CIAT_PD_laptop_graphic_350.jpg|link=https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/two-higher-risk-buildings-hrb-principal-designer-project-case-studies-through-the-gateways.html]]

Two Higher-Risk Buildings (HRB) Principal Designer project case studies through the Gateways.

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[https://www.thefpa.co.uk/fire-and-risk-management-journal/news/hse-launches-research-programme-on-building-safety- FPA, 14 Mar]

[[File:HSE-logo_2_350.jpg|link=https://www.thefpa.co.uk/fire-and-risk-management-journal/news/hse-launches-research-programme-on-building-safety-]]

HSE launches research programme on Building Safety.

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[https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/grenfell-tower-statement-on-elements-of-the-tower/grenfell-tower-statement-on-elements-of-the-tower Gov UK, 10 Mar]

[[File:Gov_UK_grenfell_26_statement_350.jpg|link=https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/grenfell-tower-statement-on-elements-of-the-tower/grenfell-tower-statement-on-elements-of-the-tower]]

Grenfell Tower: statement on elements of the Tower.

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[https://www.cross-safety.org/uk/submit-a-report-uk Cross.UK, Mar]

[[File:CROSS_UK_submission_350.jpg|link=https://www.cross-safety.org/uk/submit-a-report-uk]]

Reporting to CROSS-UK.

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[[Building_Safety_recap_February,_2026|Building Safety recap February, 2026]]

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Our regular run-down of key building safety related events of the month.

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[[The_Importance_of_Compression_in_Cavity_Barriers|The Importance of Compression in Cavity Barriers]]

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The Masonry Association publish technical notice on the use of cavity barriers and, increasing use of zero compression cavity barrier products.

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PAS 2000:2026. Construction products. Bringing safe products to market. Code of practice.

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[[Construction_Products_Reform_White_Paper,_February_2026|Construction Products Reform White Paper, February 2026]]

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System-wide issues to be addressed through proposed reforms.

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Proposed by the government to fill the gap of between 39-71% unregulated products on the market: Consultation open.

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[[Statement_from_the_Interim_Chief_Construction_Advisor|Statement from the Interim Chief Construction Advisor]]

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Thouria Istephan; Architect and inquiry panel member outlines ongoing work, priorities and next steps.

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A robust compliance quality system in which actions of those involved in design and construction process and verifiers are planned, recorded and reported on.

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Across an existing residential portfolio, a client's perspective.

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[[Reform_of_the_fire_engineering_profession|Reform of the fire engineering profession]]

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Fire Engineers Advisory Panel: Authoritative Statement, reactions and next steps.

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[[Building_Safety_wiki_recap_for_2025|Building Safety Recap 2025]]

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A glance back at the year from a building safety perspective.

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Managing Competence in the Built Environment: An industry guide on how to meet the ICC principles

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The Industry Task and Finish Group (ITFG) has published its guidance on Managing Competence in the Built Environment: An industry guide on how to meet the ICC principles, providing practical, proportionate and risk-based support for organisations operating across the built environment.

The ITFG is an industry‑led, time‑limited group formed in June 2025 in response to the new Building Safety Regime’s requirement to manage competence in organisations. It brings together more than 50 professional bodies, industry organisations, regulators and assurance bodies, with the shared aim of translating high‑level principles for managing competence in the built environment into a practical day‑to‑day application that is recognised across the sector and helps drive up competence and building safety outcomes.

The guidance sets out what effective organisational competence management looks like in practice for organisations of all sizes and risk profiles, SMEs, micro-businesses and large organisations alike, enabling them to demonstrate that people working for them, or on their behalf, are competent for the work they undertake.

Its flexible and proportionate approach means that the guidance can be used alongside existing management systems, or as a foundation where no formal approach is yet in place. Although prompted to meet competence management requirements set by building safety reforms, it can be used more widely across the built environment.

The guidance has been developed alongside, and is fully aligned with, the Industry Competence Committee (ICC) publication Setting Expectations on Competence Management. Used together, the ICC advice sets out what good looks like at a high level, while the ITFG guidance explains how organisations can put those principles into practice.

The guidance looks at the role of organisational leadership and governance, while emphasising that actively managing competence is not simply about qualifications or training records; it is about ensuring that organisations have enough people with the right skills, knowledge, experience and behaviours for their role.

Using the principles set out in the ICC document, the ITFG guidance sets out the key elements organisations, SME’s and large organisations alike, should think about when putting effective competence management in place, defining what competence is needed for different roles and activities, assessing and verifying competence, and making sure competence is monitored and maintained over time.

The guidance will next play a key role in shaping the development of a future British Standard on managing competence in organisations.

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The Industry Task and Finish Group (ITFG) has published its guidance on Managing Competence in the Built Environment: An industry guide on how to meet the ICC principles, providing practical, proportionate and risk-based support for organisations operating across the built environment.

The ITFG is an industry‑led, time‑limited group formed in June 2025 in response to the new Building Safety Regime’s requirement to manage competence in organisations. It brings together more than 50 professional bodies, industry organisations, regulators and assurance bodies, with the shared aim of translating high‑level principles for managing competence in the built environment into a practical day‑to‑day application that is recognised across the sector and helps drive up competence and building safety outcomes.

The guidance sets out what effective organisational competence management looks like in practice for organisations of all sizes and risk profiles, SMEs, micro-businesses and large organisations alike, enabling them to demonstrate that people working for them, or on their behalf, are competent for the work they undertake.

Its flexible and proportionate approach means that the guidance can be used alongside existing management systems, or as a foundation where no formal approach is yet in place. Although prompted to meet competence management requirements set by building safety reforms, it can be used more widely across the built environment.

The guidance has been developed alongside, and is fully aligned with, the Industry Competence Committee (ICC) publication Setting Expectations on Competence Management. Used together, the ICC advice sets out what good looks like at a high level, while the ITFG guidance explains how organisations can put those principles into practice.

The guidance looks at the role of organisational leadership and governance, while emphasising that actively managing competence is not simply about qualifications or training records; it is about ensuring that organisations have enough people with the right skills, knowledge, experience and behaviours for their role.

Using the principles set out in the ICC document, the ITFG guidance sets out the key elements organisations, SME’s and large organisations alike, should think about when putting effective competence management in place, defining what competence is needed for different roles and activities, assessing and verifying competence, and making sure competence is monitored and maintained over time.

The guidance will next play a key role in shaping the development of a future British Standard on managing competence in organisations.

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2026-05-14T12:35:56Z

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Industry Competence Committee.

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[[CIOB_stresses_importance_of_construction_to_new_Scottish_and_Welsh_governments|New Scottish and Welsh governments]]

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CIOB stresses importance of construction after new parliament elections.

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ECA, JIB and JTL back Fabian Society call to invest in skills for a stronger built environment workforce.

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Women's Contributions to the Built Environment.

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Over 50 leading businesses, trade associations and professional bodies, including CIAT, and UKGBC sign open letter.

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Under the spotlight at UK Construction Week London.

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Cyber Security in the Built Environment: Protecting projects, data, and digital assets

2026-05-14T08:57:34Z

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[[File:CIOB_cyber_security_1000.jpg|link=https://www.ciobacademy.org/publication/cyber-security-in-the-built-environment-protecting-projects-data-and-digital-assets/]]

= About =

Cyber Security is not just an IT issue; it is a business issue. With growing reliance on digital information and connected site technologies, cyber risks are evolving rapidly.

[https://www.ciobacademy.org/publication/cyber-security-in-the-built-environment-protecting-projects-data-and-digital-assets/ This Technical Information Sheet] on cyber security provides built environment professionals with a comprehensive yet practical guide to today’s evolving cyber risks. From understanding threats such as ransomware and phishing to implementing core defence measures, it outlines clear, actionable steps to protect projects, data, and supply chains. As digital transformation accelerates, building cyber resilience is essential.

[https://www.ciobacademy.org/publication/cyber-security-in-the-built-environment-protecting-projects-data-and-digital-assets/ Cyber Security in the Built Environment: Protecting projects, data, and digital assets] is suitable for built environment professionals to help understand and manage cyber security risks, protect projects, data and digital assets.

= Summary =

This practical technical information sheet helps construction firms and built environment professionals understand and manage today’s most common cyber risks, from ransomware and phishing to payment fraud.

It explains how attacks happen and what simple, effective steps professionals can take to prevent them.

With clear advice on Cyber Essentials, staff training, incident response, and recovery, it shows how to build resilience without unnecessary complexity.

It is designed to help professionals and their firms protect their projects, their data and their reputation.

= Contents =

== Why cyber security matters in construction ==

{|
| What do cyber incidents cost construction firms?
| Proportionality and risk
|-
| Aim and Scope
|

|}

== Understanding cyber security basics ==

{|
| What is cyber security?
| The construction sector’s unique cyber risk profile
|-
| Cyber security vs IT security
|

|}

== The current threat landscape ==

{|
| Ransomware
| Supply chain vulnerabilities
|-
| Phishing emails
| Assessing threats: ease, likelihood, and impact
|-
| Dark web and credential theft
| Secondary impacts of cyber incidents
|-
| Insider threats
| Real-world examples: cyber incidents and their impacts
|}

== Core defence measures ==

{|
| Cyber Essentials (and Cyber Essentials Plus)
| Supply chain security
|-
| Strong authentication and access control
| Cyber Security checklist for construction projects
|-
| Defences against phishing and BEC
| Site-specific measures
|-
| Data and device protection
| Quick wins
|-
| Backup strategy
| Measuring effectiveness
|-
| Dark web monitoring
| Common pitfalls to avoid
|}

== Building cyber awareness and culture ==

{|
| Staff cyber security training
| A simple cyber security policy: what to include
|-
| Phishing simulations and practical exercises
| Leadership and culture
|-
| Embedding a ‘report, don’t blame’ culture
| Measuring awareness and culture
|-
| Creating and using a clear cyber security policy
| Common pitfalls to avoid
|}

== Testing, monitoring and continuous improvement ==

{|
| Penetration testing
| Regular audits and reviews
|-
| Vulnerability scanning versus pen testing
| Continuous improvement
|-
| Security Operations Centres (SOCs)
| Measuring success
|-
| Centralised logging and visibility
| Common pitfalls to avoid
|}

== Responding to incidents and recovering quickly ==

{|
| Preparing for incidents: incident response planning
| Legal, regulatory and communications considerations
|-
| Incident response in practice
| Post-incident review and learning
|-
| Disaster recovery and DRaaS
| Common pitfalls to avoid
|}

== Building a sustainable cyber security strategy ==

{|
| Making the business case for cyber security
| What makes a strategy sustainable
|-
| Building a practical cyber security roadmap
| Common strategic pitfalls to avoid
|-
| In-house vs outsourced cyber security: choosing the right model
| Senior management checklist: building and maintaining cyber security
|-
| Using external support effectively
|

|}

== Conclusion and next steps ==

{|
| A practical action plan
| Embedding cyber security into everyday business
|}

== References ==

== Further reading ==

== About the Author ==

Matt Thompson is a freelance writer working in the UK’s construction industry, mainly for professional institutions, such as CIOB, RIBA and RICS.

He produces targeted content to meet organisational objectives; and has authored many publications, including the Guide to the DfMA Overlay to the RIBA Plan of Work (2021), PAS 8671:2022(the competence framework for individual Principal Designers under the Building Safety Act), and Handbook of Practice Management (2024). He is editor of the CIOB’s Construction Client Guide: Leading Projects in the Built Environment, Second Edition (2025).

Special thanks to Adrian Bell from LoughTec for providing the information on this topic.

== CIOB Members ==

CIOB members can access Technical Information Sheets for FREE and receive a 20% discount on our Codes and Guides. Your discount codes are in the members’ portal. If you experience difficulties accessing the portal, contact lis@ciob.org.uk.

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This article appears on the CIOB news and blogsite as "[https://www.ciobacademy.org/publication/cyber-security-in-the-built-environment-protecting-projects-data-and-digital-assets/ Cyber Security in the Built Environment: Protecting projects, data, and digital assets]" from May, 2026.

--[[User:CIOB|CIOB]]

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Cyber Security in the Built Environment: Protecting projects, data, and digital assets

2026-05-14T07:24:00Z

Editor:

[[File:CIOB_cyber_security_1000.jpg|link=File:CIOB_cyber_security_1000.jpg]]

= About =

Cyber Security is not just an IT issue; it is a business issue. This is a practical technical information sheet suitable for built environment professionals. This publication will help professionals understand and manage cyber security risks, protect projects, data and digital assets.

Read more of our Technical Information Sheets here.

= Summary =

This practical technical information sheet helps construction firms and built environment professionals understand and manage today’s most common cyber risks, from ransomware and phishing to payment fraud.

It explains how attacks happen and what simple, effective steps professionals can take to prevent them.

With clear advice on Cyber Essentials, staff training, incident response, and recovery, it shows how to build resilience without unnecessary complexity.

It is designed to help professionals and their firms protect their projects, their data and their reputation.

= Contents =

== Why cyber security matters in construction ==

{|
| What do cyber incidents cost construction firms?
| Proportionality and risk
|-
| Aim and Scope
|

|}

== Understanding cyber security basics ==

{|
| What is cyber security?
| The construction sector’s unique cyber risk profile
|-
| Cyber security vs IT security
|

|}

== The current threat landscape ==

{|
| Ransomware
| Supply chain vulnerabilities
|-
| Phishing emails
| Assessing threats: ease, likelihood, and impact
|-
| Dark web and credential theft
| Secondary impacts of cyber incidents
|-
| Insider threats
| Real-world examples: cyber incidents and their impacts
|}

== Core defence measures ==

{|
| Cyber Essentials (and Cyber Essentials Plus)
| Supply chain security
|-
| Strong authentication and access control
| Cyber Security checklist for construction projects
|-
| Defences against phishing and BEC
| Site-specific measures
|-
| Data and device protection
| Quick wins
|-
| Backup strategy
| Measuring effectiveness
|-
| Dark web monitoring
| Common pitfalls to avoid
|}

== Building cyber awareness and culture ==

{|
| Staff cyber security training
| A simple cyber security policy: what to include
|-
| Phishing simulations and practical exercises
| Leadership and culture
|-
| Embedding a ‘report, don’t blame’ culture
| Measuring awareness and culture
|-
| Creating and using a clear cyber security policy
| Common pitfalls to avoid
|}

== Testing, monitoring and continuous improvement ==

{|
| Penetration testing
| Regular audits and reviews
|-
| Vulnerability scanning versus pen testing
| Continuous improvement
|-
| Security Operations Centres (SOCs)
| Measuring success
|-
| Centralised logging and visibility
| Common pitfalls to avoid
|}

== Responding to incidents and recovering quickly ==

{|
| Preparing for incidents: incident response planning
| Legal, regulatory and communications considerations
|-
| Incident response in practice
| Post-incident review and learning
|-
| Disaster recovery and DRaaS
| Common pitfalls to avoid
|}

== Building a sustainable cyber security strategy ==

{|
| Making the business case for cyber security
| What makes a strategy sustainable
|-
| Building a practical cyber security roadmap
| Common strategic pitfalls to avoid
|-
| In-house vs outsourced cyber security: choosing the right model
| Senior management checklist: building and maintaining cyber security
|-
| Using external support effectively
|

|}

== Conclusion and next steps ==

{|
| A practical action plan
| Embedding cyber security into everyday business
|}

== References ==

== Further reading ==

== About the Author ==

Matt Thompson is a freelance writer working in the UK’s construction industry, mainly for professional institutions, such as CIOB, RIBA and RICS.

He produces targeted content to meet organisational objectives; and has authored many publications, including the Guide to the DfMA Overlay to the RIBA Plan of Work (2021), PAS 8671:2022(the competence framework for individual Principal Designers under the Building Safety Act), and Handbook of Practice Management (2024). He is editor of the CIOB’s Construction Client Guide: Leading Projects in the Built Environment, Second Edition (2025).

Special thanks to Adrian Bell from LoughTec for providing the information on this topic.

== CIOB Members ==

CIOB members can access Technical Information Sheets for FREE and receive a 20% discount on our Codes and Guides. Your discount codes are in the members’ portal. If you experience difficulties accessing the portal, contact lis@ciob.org.uk.

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This article appears on the CIOB news and blogsite as "[https://www.ciobacademy.org/publication/cyber-security-in-the-built-environment-protecting-projects-data-and-digital-assets/ Cyber Security in the Built Environment: Protecting projects, data, and digital assets]" from May, 2026.

--[[User:CIOB|CIOB]]

= Related articles on Designing Buildings =

* Adapting your technology to the new working normal.
* CIOB Academy.
* CIOB articles.
* Cyber hygiene.
* Cyber resilience.
* Cyber security.
* Cyber security and engineering
* Cyber threats to building automation and control systems
* Cyber-physical system
* Cyber-security and phishing.
* Cyber security specialist.
* Infrastructure and cyber attacks
* Mitigating online risk.

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Cyber Security in the Built Environment: Protecting projects, data, and digital assets

2026-05-14T07:21:58Z

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News from the web

2026-05-14T00:17:29Z

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[https://www.constructionleadershipcouncil.co.uk/news/construct-zero-refreshed-programme-and-updated-priorities/ CLC, 12 May]

[[File:Clc_construct_zero_350.jpg|link=https://www.constructionleadershipcouncil.co.uk/news/construct-zero-refreshed-programme-and-updated-priorities/]]

Construct Zero: Refreshed Programme and updated priorities.

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[https://www.thefpa.co.uk/fire-and-risk-management-journal/news/new-research-highlights-growing-confidence-gap-in-uk-fire-safety-decision-making FPA, 30 Apr]

[[File:BSRIA_inspire_fire_protection_350.jpg|link=https://www.thefpa.co.uk/fire-and-risk-management-journal/news/new-research-highlights-growing-confidence-gap-in-uk-fire-safety-decision-making]]

[https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/building-safety-regulator-building-control-approval-application-data-february-to-april-2026 New research highlights growing confidence gap in UK fire safety decision making.]

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[https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/building-safety-regulator-building-control-approval-application-data-february-to-april-2026 Gov UK, 8 May]

[[File:BSR_till_april_26_350.jpg|link=https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/building-safety-regulator-building-control-approval-application-data-february-to-april-2026]]

Building control approval applications received, determination times, decision outcomes and performance.

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[https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/built-environment-wales-regulatory-reform-conference.html CIAT, 6 May]

[[File:CIAT_absrtract_350.jpg|link=https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/built-environment-wales-regulatory-reform-conference.html]]

Built Environment Wales – Regulatory Reform Conference.

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[https://www.gov.uk/government/news/when-will-the-renters-right-act-come-into-force Gov UK, 1 May]

[[File:Renters_Rights_350.jpg|link=https://www.gov.uk/government/news/when-will-the-renters-right-act-come-into-force]]

When will the Renters' Right Act come into force?

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[https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/survey-national-standards-user-needs.html CIAT, 7 May]

[[File:Diversity_Survey_PR_350.jpg|link=https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/survey-national-standards-user-needs.html]]

Survey – National Standards User Needs.

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[https://www.eca.co.uk/news/2026/may/glenn-grant-appointed-113th-president-of-eca ECA, 6 May]

[[File:Glenn-Grant-2026_350.jpg|link=https://www.eca.co.uk/news/2026/may/glenn-grant-appointed-113th-president-of-eca]]

Glenn Grant appointed 113th President of ECA.

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[https://www.constructionleadershipcouncil.co.uk/news/clc-dbt-communication-to-industry-on-impact-of-the-planned-introduction-of-steel-tariffs-and-quotas-on-the-uks-construction-sector/ CLC, 30 April]

[[File:CIOB_Steel_frame_construction_structure_350.jpg|link=https://www.constructionleadershipcouncil.co.uk/news/clc-dbt-communication-to-industry-on-impact-of-the-planned-introduction-of-steel-tariffs-and-quotas-on-the-uks-construction-sector/]]

CLC/DBT Communication to industry on impact of the planned introduction of steel tariffs and quotas on the UK’s construction sector.

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[https://www.hbf.co.uk/news/new-taxes-and-policy-costs-add-76000-to-the-cost-of-building-a-new-home/ HBF, 6 May]

[[File:Housebuilding2_350.jpg|link=https://www.hbf.co.uk/news/new-taxes-and-policy-costs-add-76000-to-the-cost-of-building-a-new-home/]]

New taxes and policy costs add £76,000 to the cost of building a new home.

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[https://www.globalconstructionreview.com/how-to-make-cities-that-keep-getting-better/ GCR, 30 Apr]

[[File:Skanska_report_26_350.jpg|link=https://www.globalconstructionreview.com/how-to-make-cities-that-keep-getting-better/]]

How to make cities that keep getting better.

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[https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/new-fire-safety-rules-residential-personal-emergency-evacuation-plans-rpeeps.html CiAT, 27 April]

[[File:Fire_exit_350.jpg|link=https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/new-fire-safety-rules-residential-personal-emergency-evacuation-plans-rpeeps.html]]

New fire safety rules: Residential personal emergency evacuation plans (RPEEPs).

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[https://www.cic.org.uk/news/new-report-by-cic-task-finish-group-on-apprenticeship-assessment-reform CIC, 30 Apr]

[[File:CIC_Apprenticeship_Assessment_Reform_350.jpg|link=https://www.cic.org.uk/news/new-report-by-cic-task-finish-group-on-apprenticeship-assessment-reform]]

New Report by CIC Task & Finish Group on Apprenticeship Assessment Reform.

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[https://consultations.hse.gov.uk/bsr/review-of-approved-document-b-fire-safety/ HSE, until 1 July]

[[File:Fire_safety_cons_350.jpg|link=https://consultations.hse.gov.uk/bsr/review-of-approved-document-b-fire-safety/]]

Consultation proposal on changes to Approved Document B.

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[https://www.ciob.org/news/CIOB-announces-new-trustees-2026 CIOB, 29 April]

[[File:CIOB_Modern_office_architectur.jpeg.jpg|link=https://www.ciob.org/news/CIOB-announces-new-trustees-2026]]

CIOB announces new trustees.

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[https://www.futurehomes.org.uk/future-homes-hub-to-hold-two-technical-conferences-in-leeds-and-london-this-june FHH, 9 Apr]

[[File:FHH_graphic_350.jpg|link=https://www.futurehomes.org.uk/future-homes-hub-to-hold-two-technical-conferences-in-leeds-and-london-this-june]]

Future Homes Hub to hold two Technical Conferences in Leeds and London this June.

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[[Category:DCN_News]] [[Category:News]]

Featured articles and news

2026-05-14T00:17:12Z

Editor:

[[Cyber_Security_in_the_Built_Environment:_Protecting_projects,_data,_and_digital_assets|Cyber Security in the Built Environment]]

[[File:CIOB_cyber_security_350.jpg|link=Cyber_Security_in_the_Built_Environment:_Protecting_projects,_data,_and_digital_assets]]

Protecting projects, data, and digital assets: CIOB Academy.

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[[Noise_Action_Week|Noise Action Week]]

[[File:Noise_Action_Week_350.jpg|link=Noise_Action_Week]]

The UK's campaign to reduce noise pollution: Mythbusting, articles and topic guides.

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[[Industry_Competence_Committee._Setting_Expectations_on_Competence_Management|Setting Expectations on Competence Management]]

[[File:ICC_Expectations_competency_350.jpg|link=Industry_Competence_Committee._Setting_Expectations_on_Competence_Management]]

Industry Competence Committee.

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[[CIOB_stresses_importance_of_construction_to_new_Scottish_and_Welsh_governments|New Scottish and Welsh governments]]

[[File:Scottish_parliament_and_Welsh_Assembly_ciob_350.jpg|link=CIOB_stresses_importance_of_construction_to_new_Scottish_and_Welsh_governments]]

CIOB stresses importance of construction after new parliament elections.

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[[The_sad_story_of_Derby_Hippodrome|The sad story of Derby Hippodrome]]

[[File:Derby_Hippodrome_350.jpg|link=The_sad_story_of_Derby_Hippodrome]]

An historic building left to decay.

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[[Apprenticeships_pay_back:_ECA,_JIB_and_JTL_back_Fabian_Society_call_to_invest_in_skills_for_a_stronger_built_environment_workforce|Apprenticeships pay back]]

[[File:ECA_apprentice_rates_shutterstock_1872852154_350.jpg|link=Apprenticeships_pay_back:_ECA,_JIB_and_JTL_back_Fabian_Society_call_to_invest_in_skills_for_a_stronger_built_environment_workforce]]

ECA, JIB and JTL back Fabian Society call to invest in skills for a stronger built environment workforce.

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[[Everywhere_to_see:_Women's_Contributions_to_the_Built_Environment|Everywhere to see]]

[[File:CIOB_Skyline_of_a_city_of_skyscrapers_350.jpg|link=Everywhere_to_see:_Women's_Contributions_to_the_Built_Environment]]

Women's Contributions to the Built Environment.

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[[Calls_for_the_delayed_Circular_Economy_Strategy|Calls for the delayed Circular Economy Strategy]]

[[File:CIAT_image_gen_350.jpg|link=Calls_for_the_delayed_Circular_Economy_Strategy]]

Over 50 leading businesses, trade associations and professional bodies, including CIAT, and UKGBC sign open letter.

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[[The_future_workforce_-_culture_change_and_skill_go_under_the_spotlight_at_UK_Construction_Week_London|The future workforce: culture change and skill]]

[[File:Culture_Change_D_UKCW_350.jpg|link=The_future_workforce_-_culture_change_and_skill_go_under_the_spotlight_at_UK_Construction_Week_London]]

Under the spotlight at UK Construction Week London.

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[[Conserving_the_postmodern_legacy_of_the_Sainsbury_Wing|Conserving the Sainsbury Wing]]

[[File:Sainsbury_Wing_350.jpg|link=Conserving_the_postmodern_legacy_of_the_Sainsbury_Wing]]

A landmark moment for postmodern heritage.

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[[A_safe_energy_transition_–_ECA_launches_a_new_Charter|A safe energy transition – ECA launches a new Charter]]

[[File:ECA_Safe-Energy-Transition-Charter_350.jpg|link=A_safe_energy_transition_–_ECA_launches_a_new_Charter]]

Practical policy actions to speed up low carbon adoption while maintaining installation safety and competency.

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[[Frank_Duffy:_Researcher_and_Practitioner|Frank Duffy: Researcher and Practitioner]]

[[File:BandC_Frank_Duffy_from_estate_2lores_350.jpg|link=Frank_Duffy:_Researcher_and_Practitioner]]

Reflections on achievements and relevance to the wider research and practice communities.

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[[The_2026_Compliance_Landscape:_Why_'Business_as_Usual'_is_a_Liability|The 2026 Compliance Landscape: Fire doors]]

[[File:LMC_image_fire_door_350.jpg|link=The_2026_Compliance_Landscape:_Why_'Business_as_Usual'_is_a_Liability]]

Why 'Business as Usual' is a Liability.

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[[Cutting_construction_carbon_footprint_by_caring_for_soil|Cutting construction carbon footprint by caring for soil]]

[[File:Soil_CIAT_350.jpg|link=Cutting_construction_carbon_footprint_by_caring_for_soil]]

Is construction neglecting one of the planet’s most powerful carbon stores and one of our greatest natural climate allies.

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[[ARCHITECTURE:_How's_it_progressing?|ARCHITECTURE: How's it progressing?]]

[[File:Archiblog_images_350.jpg|link=ARCHITECTURE:_How's_it_progressing?]]

Archiblogger posing questions of a historical and contextual nature.

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[https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Category:News See more news.]

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Building Safety Wiki features

2026-05-14T00:14:30Z

Editor:

[https://www.thefpa.co.uk/fire-and-risk-management-journal/news/new-research-highlights-growing-confidence-gap-in-uk-fire-safety-decision-making FPA, 30 Apr]

[[File:Fire_alarm-450799_350.jpg|link=https://www.thefpa.co.uk/fire-and-risk-management-journal/news/new-research-highlights-growing-confidence-gap-in-uk-fire-safety-decision-making]]

New research highlights growing confidence gap in UK fire safety decision making.

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[https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/built-environment-wales-regulatory-reform-conference.html CIAT, 6 May]

[[File:CIAT_absrtract_350.jpg|link=https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/built-environment-wales-regulatory-reform-conference.html]]

Built Environment Wales – Regulatory Reform Conference.

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[https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/building-safety-regulator-building-control-approval-application-data-february-to-april-2026 Gov UK, 8 May]

[[File:BSR_till_april_26_350.jpg|link=https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/building-safety-regulator-building-control-approval-application-data-february-to-april-2026]]

Building control approval applications received, determination times, decision outcomes and performance.

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[[Industry_Competence_Committee._Setting_Expectations_on_Competence_Management|Setting Expectations on Competence Management]]

[[File:ICC_Expectations_competency_350.jpg|link=Industry_Competence_Committee._Setting_Expectations_on_Competence_Management]]

Industry Competence Committee.

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[https://www.eca.co.uk/news/2026/may/eca-makes-the-airwaves-on-retentions-ban-proposal ECA, 5 May]

[[File:ECA-Rob-Driscoll 350.jpg|link=https://www.eca.co.uk/news/2026/may/eca-makes-the-airwaves-on-retentions-ban-proposal]]

ECA makes the airwaves on retentions ban proposal.

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[https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/new-fire-safety-rules-residential-personal-emergency-evacuation-plans-rpeeps.html CIAT, 27 April]

[[File:Fire_exit_350.jpg|link=https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/new-fire-safety-rules-residential-personal-emergency-evacuation-plans-rpeeps.html]]

New fire safety rules: Residential personal emergency evacuation plans (RPEEPs).

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[https://consultations.hse.gov.uk/bsr/review-of-approved-document-b-fire-safety/ HSE, until 1 July]

[[File:Fire_safety_cons_350.jpg|link=https://consultations.hse.gov.uk/bsr/review-of-approved-document-b-fire-safety/]]

Consultation proposal on changes to Approved Document B.

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[[The_2026_Compliance_Landscape:_Why_'Business_as_Usual'_is_a_Liability|The 2026 Compliance Landscape: Firedoors]]

[[File:Fire_doors_350.jpg|link=The_2026_Compliance_Landscape:_Why_'Business_as_Usual'_is_a_Liability]]

Why 'Business as Usual' is a Liability.

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[[Keeping_CIOB’s_Building_Safety_Act_Workshop_aligned_with_legislative_and_regulatory_change|CIOB Building Safety Act Workshop]]

[[File:Construction_worker_drills_into_a_wall_350._jpeg.jpg|link=Keeping_CIOB’s_Building_Safety_Act_Workshop_aligned_with_legislative_and_regulatory_change]]

Keeping it aligned with legislative and regulatory change.

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[[Building_Safety_recap_March,_2026|Building Safety recap March, 2026]]

[[File:Building_Safety_Wiki_Recap_March_26_350.jpg|link=Building_Safety_recap_March,_2026]]

A quick run through of events...did we miss anything? If so, please do create your profile and add to this page. Thanks!

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[[ACA_safety_guide_to_the_roles_and_responsibilities_of_domestic_clients|Roles and responsibilities of domestic clients]]

[[File:ACA_Safety_in_Construction_350.jpg|link=ACA_safety_guide_to_the_roles_and_responsibilities_of_domestic_clients]]

ACA Safety in Construction guide for domestic clients.

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[[The_Built_List._Research_by_construction_PR_consultancy_LMC|The Built List]]

[[File:The_Built_List_2026_LMC_350.jpg|link=The_Built_List._Research_by_construction_PR_consultancy_LMC]]

Research by construction PR consultancy LMC including Fire and Building Safety section.

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[[Preparing_safety_case_reports_for_HRBs_under_the_BSA|Preparing safety case reports for HRBs under the BSA]]

[[File:IStructE_Preparing_safety_case_reports_for_HRB_cover_350.jpg|link=Preparing_safety_case_reports_for_HRBs_under_the_BSA]]

A new practical guide to preparing structural inputs for safety cases and safety case reports published by the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE).

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[https://constructionmanagement.co.uk/fire-engineering-safety-operational-changes-buildings/ Construction Management, 23 Mar]

[[File:FireExtinguisheronFloor-350x193.jpg|link=https://constructionmanagement.co.uk/fire-engineering-safety-operational-changes-buildings/]]

How does fire engineering deal with operational changes to buildings?

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[[Fire_door_compliance_in_UK_commercial_buildings|Fire door compliance in UK commercial buildings]]

[[File:Robust_fire_door_logo_no_txt_3_350_.jpg|link=Fire_door_compliance_in_UK_commercial_buildings]]

An Architect and manufacturer shares knowledge on the subject.

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[https://www.thefpa.co.uk/fire-and-risk-management-journal/news/systemic-fire-safety-failures-exposed-at-hong-kong-blaze-inquiry FPA, 22 Mar]

[[File:Hong_Kong_Tower_Fire_HK_TV_350.jpg|link=https://www.thefpa.co.uk/fire-and-risk-management-journal/news/systemic-fire-safety-failures-exposed-at-hong-kong-blaze-inquiry]]

Systemic fire safety failures exposed at Hong Kong blaze inquiry.

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[https://newsblogs.ihbc.org.uk/?p=46049 IHBC, 20 Mar]

[[File:First_Minister_visits_Union_street-Small_350.jpg|link=https://newsblogs.ihbc.org.uk/?p=46049]]

Heritage from the doorstep: Demolition of fire-hit facade begins as Glasgow Central station partly reopens.

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[https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/two-higher-risk-buildings-hrb-principal-designer-project-case-studies-through-the-gateways.html CIAT, 17 Mar]

[[File:CIAT_PD_laptop_graphic_350.jpg|link=https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/two-higher-risk-buildings-hrb-principal-designer-project-case-studies-through-the-gateways.html]]

Two Higher-Risk Buildings (HRB) Principal Designer project case studies through the Gateways.

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[https://www.thefpa.co.uk/fire-and-risk-management-journal/news/hse-launches-research-programme-on-building-safety- FPA, 14 Mar]

[[File:HSE-logo_2_350.jpg|link=https://www.thefpa.co.uk/fire-and-risk-management-journal/news/hse-launches-research-programme-on-building-safety-]]

HSE launches research programme on Building Safety.

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[https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/grenfell-tower-statement-on-elements-of-the-tower/grenfell-tower-statement-on-elements-of-the-tower Gov UK, 10 Mar]

[[File:Gov_UK_grenfell_26_statement_350.jpg|link=https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/grenfell-tower-statement-on-elements-of-the-tower/grenfell-tower-statement-on-elements-of-the-tower]]

Grenfell Tower: statement on elements of the Tower.

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[https://www.cross-safety.org/uk/submit-a-report-uk Cross.UK, Mar]

[[File:CROSS_UK_submission_350.jpg|link=https://www.cross-safety.org/uk/submit-a-report-uk]]

Reporting to CROSS-UK.

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[[Building_Safety_recap_February,_2026|Building Safety recap February, 2026]]

[[File:Building_Safety_Wiki_Recap_Feb_26_350.jpg|link=Building_Safety_recap_February,_2026]]

Our regular run-down of key building safety related events of the month.

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[[The_Importance_of_Compression_in_Cavity_Barriers|The Importance of Compression in Cavity Barriers]]

[[File:Masonry_Association_01_-_26_Compression_in_Cavity_Barriers_350.jpg|link=The_Importance_of_Compression_in_Cavity_Barriers]]

The Masonry Association publish technical notice on the use of cavity barriers and, increasing use of zero compression cavity barrier products.

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[https://knowledge.bsigroup.com/products/construction-products-bringing-safe-products-to-market-code-of-practice BSi, 28 Feb]

[[File:PAS_2000_26_350.jpg|link=https://knowledge.bsigroup.com/products/construction-products-bringing-safe-products-to-market-code-of-practice]]

PAS 2000:2026. Construction products. Bringing safe products to market. Code of practice.

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[[Construction_Products_Reform_White_Paper,_February_2026|Construction Products Reform White Paper, February 2026]]

[[File:Gov_GConstr_Product_Green_to_White_paper_350.png|link=Construction_Products_Reform_White_Paper,_February_2026]]

System-wide issues to be addressed through proposed reforms.

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[[General_safety_requirement_(GSR)_for_construction_products|General safety requirement (GSR) for construction products]]

[[File:Gov_General_Safety_Requirement_cover_350.png|link=General_safety_requirement_(GSR)_for_construction_products]]

Proposed by the government to fill the gap of between 39-71% unregulated products on the market: Consultation open.

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[[Statement_from_the_Interim_Chief_Construction_Advisor|Statement from the Interim Chief Construction Advisor]]

[[File:Interim_Const_Advisor_Thouria_Istephan_Grenfell_Inq_350.jpg|link=Statement_from_the_Interim_Chief_Construction_Advisor]]

Thouria Istephan; Architect and inquiry panel member outlines ongoing work, priorities and next steps.

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[[Compliance_Plan_Approach|The Sottish Compliance Plan Approach (CPA)]]

[[File:Scottish_tall_building_AI_350.jpg|link=Compliance_Plan_Approach]]

A robust compliance quality system in which actions of those involved in design and construction process and verifiers are planned, recorded and reported on.

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[[Managing_Building_Safety_Risks_Across_an_Existing_Residential_Portfolio|Managing building safety risks]]

[[File:Housing_Ombudsman_MOU_350.jpg|link=Managing_Building_Safety_Risks_Across_an_Existing_Residential_Portfolio]]

Across an existing residential portfolio, a client's perspective.

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[[Reform_of_the_fire_engineering_profession|Reform of the fire engineering profession]]

[[File:Fire_switch_new_old_350.jpg|link=Reform_of_the_fire_engineering_profession]]

Fire Engineers Advisory Panel: Authoritative Statement, reactions and next steps.

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[[Building_Safety_wiki_recap_for_2025|Building Safety Recap 2025]]

[[File:Building_Safety_Wiki_Recap_2025_350.jpg|link=Building_Safety_wiki_recap_for_2025]]

A glance back at the year from a building safety perspective.

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[https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/building-safety-wiki/about/?viewAsMember=true Safety community]

[[File:BSW_linked_in_Nov_25_350.jpg|link=https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/building-safety-wiki/about/?viewAsMember=true]]

Join the Building Safety Linkedin group to stay up-to-date and join the debate.

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[[Category:Do_not_autolink]] [[Category:Site_Information]] [[Category:Building_safety]]

File:ECA-Rob-Driscoll 350.jpg

2026-05-14T00:13:33Z

Editor: https://www.eca.co.uk/news/2026/may/eca-makes-the-airwaves-on-retentions-ban-proposal

[https://www.eca.co.uk/news/2026/may/eca-makes-the-airwaves-on-retentions-ban-proposal https://www.eca.co.uk/news/2026/may/eca-makes-the-airwaves-on-retentions-ban-proposal]

Industry Competence Committee. Setting Expectations on Competence Management

2026-05-14T00:03:06Z

Editor:

[[File:ICC_Expectations_competency_1000.jpg|link=File:ICC_Expectations_competency_1000.jpg]]

= About =

The Industry Competence Committee (ICC) has now published 'Setting Expectations for Competence Management' sets out ICC’s expectations for how organisations should manage and assure the competence of those undertaking design, building work and managing buildings - particularly those that manage Higher Risk Buildings (HRBs). It explains that organisations must have suitable policies, procedures, systems, and resources to ensure people doing the work have the right skills, knowledge, experience, behaviours, and supervision where needed. [https://competence.bsigroup.com/files/file/131-setting-expectations-on-competence-management-icc-advice-for-industry/ The document can be accessed via the BSi Built Environment Competence Hub here via registration], below is a precis of tthe document.<br />
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It supports the delivery of duties under the Building Safety Act 2022 by clarifying the core principles organisations should have in place. The advice applies to all organisations involved in design work, building work, or the management of building safety risks, with requirements that are proportionate to the organisation’s size, complexity, and risk profile. It covers all building work and design work in England under Part 2A of the Building Regulations 2010, and management duties for Higher Risk Buildings under the HRB regulations.

For smaller organisations, the expected approach can be simpler and less formal, while larger or more complex organisations are expected to use more structured management systems and documentation. Where work is delivered by subcontractors or external agencies, the organisation must make sure they have the capacity, resources, and competence to do the job. The document can be accessed via the Built Environment Competence Hub.

= Principles for Competence Management =

== Organisational capability and competence management ==

Organisational capability means having enough people, with the right SKEB, systems, and oversight to meet legal duties and carry out work safely. Competence management should also ensure people stay within their competence, are supervised and trained where needed, and that the organisation checks contractors, communication, ethics, and overall system effectiveness.

== Culture and ethical behaviour ==

A positive organisational culture supports competence by encouraging trust, accountability, continuous learning, openness, and ethical behaviour. It helps people speak up early, work within their limits, and prioritise building safety and compliance over cost or programme pressure.

The guidance also highlights key features of a suitable culture: leadership at all levels, integrity, teamwork, transparency, accountability, inclusivity, and continuous improvement. Ethical behaviour is presented as essential because it builds trust, supports fair decision-making, and helps organisations achieve long-term success.

= Summary and principles in brief =

The competence management principles are adapted from HSE guidance on safety-related systems, tailored to Part 2A of the Building Regulations 2010 and HRB management regulations 2023. Organised into four phases: Plan, Develop, Operate, Audit and Review and should be read alongside ICC advice on individual competence, which underpins organisational capability for contractual and regulatory duties. They set out the key principles of competence management within an organisation and what an organisation should do to establish appropriate policies and processes to effectively manage the collective competence of individuals

== Plan ==

* Principle 1 – Purpose and scope: Define the organisation’s purpose and the scope of its competence policies and procedures so they align with legal duties, objectives, and the work being delivered.

== Develop ==

* Principle 2 – Establish competence criteria: Set simple, practical competence criteria for each role based on the skills, knowledge, experience, and behaviours needed for the work and the level of risk.
* Principle 3 – Decide processes and methods: Put in place clear, repeatable processes and management arrangements to apply the competence principles in a way that suits the organisation’s size and complexity.

== Operate ==

* Principle 4 – Select and recruit individuals: Recruit and induct people who already have, or can be developed to have, the competence needed for the work they will do.
* Principle 5 – Determine competence within the workforce: Check whether individuals and the organisation as a whole have enough competence and capacity to meet legal, contractual, and operational needs.
* Principle 6 – Develop competence: Maintain and improve competence through structured development, supervision, training, CPD, and succession planning.
* Principle 7 – Assign responsibilities: Make sure work is only allocated to people who are judged competent for the task, with responsibilities and expectations clearly defined.
* Principle 8 – Monitor competence: Regularly check that people continue to work competently and take corrective action if performance starts to fall below the required standard.
* Principle 9 – Learning from performance shortfalls: Respond fairly and constructively to failures, near misses, and non-conformities so lessons are captured and recurrence is prevented.
* Principle 10 – Manage assessors’ and managers’ competence: Ensure the people who assess competence or manage the system are themselves competent to do so.
* Principle 11 – Manage sub-contractor competence: Make sure subcontractors and other third parties are competent, properly managed, and contractually required to meet competence expectations.
* Principle 12 – Manage information: Keep competence records accurate, current, accessible, and detailed enough to show how competence is being managed.
* Principle 13 – Manage change: Review how changes in work, staffing, regulations, or industry practice affect competence management and update systems accordingly.

== Evaluation and Review ==

* Principle 14 – Evaluation: Check at planned intervals whether competence management processes are working effectively and meeting organisational requirements.
* Principle 15 – Review: Use day-to-day learning, audits, and post-project reviews to decide what improvements or changes are needed.

[[Category:Building_safety]]

News from the web

2026-05-13T23:47:28Z

Editor:

[https://www.constructionleadershipcouncil.co.uk/news/construct-zero-refreshed-programme-and-updated-priorities/ CLC, 12 May]

[[File:Clc construct zero 350.jpg|link=https://www.constructionleadershipcouncil.co.uk/news/construct-zero-refreshed-programme-and-updated-priorities/]]

Construct Zero: Refreshed Programme and updated priorities.

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[https://www.thefpa.co.uk/fire-and-risk-management-journal/news/new-research-highlights-growing-confidence-gap-in-uk-fire-safety-decision-making FPA, 30 Apr]

[[File:BSRIA_inspire_fire_protection_350.jpg|link=https://www.thefpa.co.uk/fire-and-risk-management-journal/news/new-research-highlights-growing-confidence-gap-in-uk-fire-safety-decision-making]]

[https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/building-safety-regulator-building-control-approval-application-data-february-to-april-2026 New research highlights growing confidence gap in UK fire safety decision making.]

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[https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/building-safety-regulator-building-control-approval-application-data-february-to-april-2026 Gov UK, 8 May]

[[File:BSR_till_april_26_350.jpg|link=https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/building-safety-regulator-building-control-approval-application-data-february-to-april-2026]]

Building control approval applications received, determination times, decision outcomes and performance.

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[https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/built-environment-wales-regulatory-reform-conference.html CIAT, 6 May]

[[File:CIAT_absrtract_350.jpg|link=https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/built-environment-wales-regulatory-reform-conference.html]]

Built Environment Wales – Regulatory Reform Conference.

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[https://www.gov.uk/government/news/when-will-the-renters-right-act-come-into-force Gov UK, 1 May]

[[File:Renters_Rights_350.jpg|link=https://www.gov.uk/government/news/when-will-the-renters-right-act-come-into-force]]

When will the Renters' Right Act come into force?

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[https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/survey-national-standards-user-needs.html CIAT, 7 May]

[[File:Diversity_Survey_PR_350.jpg|link=https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/survey-national-standards-user-needs.html]]

Survey – National Standards User Needs.

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[https://www.eca.co.uk/news/2026/may/glenn-grant-appointed-113th-president-of-eca ECA, 6 May]

[[File:Glenn-Grant-2026_350.jpg|link=https://www.eca.co.uk/news/2026/may/glenn-grant-appointed-113th-president-of-eca]]

Glenn Grant appointed 113th President of ECA.

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[https://www.constructionleadershipcouncil.co.uk/news/clc-dbt-communication-to-industry-on-impact-of-the-planned-introduction-of-steel-tariffs-and-quotas-on-the-uks-construction-sector/ CLC, 30 April]

[[File:CIOB_Steel_frame_construction_structure_350.jpg|link=https://www.constructionleadershipcouncil.co.uk/news/clc-dbt-communication-to-industry-on-impact-of-the-planned-introduction-of-steel-tariffs-and-quotas-on-the-uks-construction-sector/]]

CLC/DBT Communication to industry on impact of the planned introduction of steel tariffs and quotas on the UK’s construction sector.

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[https://www.hbf.co.uk/news/new-taxes-and-policy-costs-add-76000-to-the-cost-of-building-a-new-home/ HBF, 6 May]

[[File:Housebuilding2_350.jpg|link=https://www.hbf.co.uk/news/new-taxes-and-policy-costs-add-76000-to-the-cost-of-building-a-new-home/]]

New taxes and policy costs add £76,000 to the cost of building a new home.

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[https://www.globalconstructionreview.com/how-to-make-cities-that-keep-getting-better/ GCR, 30 Apr]

[[File:Skanska_report_26_350.jpg|link=https://www.globalconstructionreview.com/how-to-make-cities-that-keep-getting-better/]]

How to make cities that keep getting better.

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[https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/new-fire-safety-rules-residential-personal-emergency-evacuation-plans-rpeeps.html CiAT, 27 April]

[[File:Fire_exit_350.jpg|link=https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/new-fire-safety-rules-residential-personal-emergency-evacuation-plans-rpeeps.html]]

New fire safety rules: Residential personal emergency evacuation plans (RPEEPs).

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[https://www.cic.org.uk/news/new-report-by-cic-task-finish-group-on-apprenticeship-assessment-reform CIC, 30 Apr]

[[File:CIC_Apprenticeship_Assessment_Reform_350.jpg|link=https://www.cic.org.uk/news/new-report-by-cic-task-finish-group-on-apprenticeship-assessment-reform]]

New Report by CIC Task & Finish Group on Apprenticeship Assessment Reform.

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[https://consultations.hse.gov.uk/bsr/review-of-approved-document-b-fire-safety/ HSE, until 1 July]

[[File:Fire_safety_cons_350.jpg|link=https://consultations.hse.gov.uk/bsr/review-of-approved-document-b-fire-safety/]]

Consultation proposal on changes to Approved Document B.

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[https://www.ciob.org/news/CIOB-announces-new-trustees-2026 CIOB, 29 April]

[[File:CIOB_Modern_office_architectur.jpeg.jpg|link=https://www.ciob.org/news/CIOB-announces-new-trustees-2026]]

CIOB announces new trustees.

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[https://www.futurehomes.org.uk/future-homes-hub-to-hold-two-technical-conferences-in-leeds-and-london-this-june FHH, 9 Apr]

[[File:FHH_graphic_350.jpg|link=https://www.futurehomes.org.uk/future-homes-hub-to-hold-two-technical-conferences-in-leeds-and-london-this-june]]

Future Homes Hub to hold two Technical Conferences in Leeds and London this June.

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[https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/ciat-becomes-ccpi-organisation-associate.html CIAT, 2 Apr]

[[File:CCPi_350.jpg|link=https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/ciat-becomes-ccpi-organisation-associate.html]]

CIAT becomes CCPI Organisation Associate.

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[[Category:DCN_News]] [[Category:News]]

File:Clc construct zero 350.jpg

2026-05-13T23:45:26Z

Editor: https://www.constructionleadershipcouncil.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/CZ-Refreshed-programme-slides.pdf

[https://www.constructionleadershipcouncil.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/CZ-Refreshed-programme-slides.pdf https://www.constructionleadershipcouncil.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/CZ-Refreshed-programme-slides.pdf]

Building Safety Wiki features

2026-05-13T23:42:10Z

Editor:

[https://www.thefpa.co.uk/fire-and-risk-management-journal/news/new-research-highlights-growing-confidence-gap-in-uk-fire-safety-decision-making FPA, 30 Apr]

[[File:Fire alarm-450799 350.jpg|link=https://www.thefpa.co.uk/fire-and-risk-management-journal/news/new-research-highlights-growing-confidence-gap-in-uk-fire-safety-decision-making]]

New research highlights growing confidence gap in UK fire safety decision making.

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[https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/built-environment-wales-regulatory-reform-conference.html CIAT, 6 May]

[[File:CIAT_absrtract_350.jpg|link=https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/built-environment-wales-regulatory-reform-conference.html]]

Built Environment Wales – Regulatory Reform Conference.

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[https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/building-safety-regulator-building-control-approval-application-data-february-to-april-2026 Gov UK, 8 May]

[[File:BSR_till_april_26_350.jpg|link=https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/building-safety-regulator-building-control-approval-application-data-february-to-april-2026]]

Building control approval applications received, determination times, decision outcomes and performance.

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[[Industry_Competence_Committee._Setting_Expectations_on_Competence_Management|Setting Expectations on Competence Management]]

[[File:ICC_Expectations_competency_350.jpg|link=Industry_Competence_Committee._Setting_Expectations_on_Competence_Management]]

Industry Competence Committee.

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[https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/new-fire-safety-rules-residential-personal-emergency-evacuation-plans-rpeeps.html CIAT, 27 April]

[[File:Fire_exit_350.jpg|link=https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/new-fire-safety-rules-residential-personal-emergency-evacuation-plans-rpeeps.html]]

New fire safety rules: Residential personal emergency evacuation plans (RPEEPs).

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[https://consultations.hse.gov.uk/bsr/review-of-approved-document-b-fire-safety/ HSE, until 1 July]

[[File:Fire_safety_cons_350.jpg|link=https://consultations.hse.gov.uk/bsr/review-of-approved-document-b-fire-safety/]]

Consultation proposal on changes to Approved Document B.

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[[The_2026_Compliance_Landscape:_Why_'Business_as_Usual'_is_a_Liability|The 2026 Compliance Landscape: Firedoors]]

[[File:Fire_doors_350.jpg|link=The_2026_Compliance_Landscape:_Why_'Business_as_Usual'_is_a_Liability]]

Why 'Business as Usual' is a Liability.

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[[Keeping_CIOB’s_Building_Safety_Act_Workshop_aligned_with_legislative_and_regulatory_change|CIOB Building Safety Act Workshop]]

[[File:Construction_worker_drills_into_a_wall_350._jpeg.jpg|link=Keeping_CIOB’s_Building_Safety_Act_Workshop_aligned_with_legislative_and_regulatory_change]]

Keeping it aligned with legislative and regulatory change.

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[[Building_Safety_recap_March,_2026|Building Safety recap March, 2026]]

[[File:Building_Safety_Wiki_Recap_March_26_350.jpg|link=Building_Safety_recap_March,_2026]]

A quick run through of events...did we miss anything? If so, please do create your profile and add to this page. Thanks!

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[[ACA_safety_guide_to_the_roles_and_responsibilities_of_domestic_clients|Roles and responsibilities of domestic clients]]

[[File:ACA_Safety_in_Construction_350.jpg|link=ACA_safety_guide_to_the_roles_and_responsibilities_of_domestic_clients]]

ACA Safety in Construction guide for domestic clients.

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[[The_Built_List._Research_by_construction_PR_consultancy_LMC|The Built List]]

[[File:The_Built_List_2026_LMC_350.jpg|link=The_Built_List._Research_by_construction_PR_consultancy_LMC]]

Research by construction PR consultancy LMC including Fire and Building Safety section.

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[[Preparing_safety_case_reports_for_HRBs_under_the_BSA|Preparing safety case reports for HRBs under the BSA]]

[[File:IStructE_Preparing_safety_case_reports_for_HRB_cover_350.jpg|link=Preparing_safety_case_reports_for_HRBs_under_the_BSA]]

A new practical guide to preparing structural inputs for safety cases and safety case reports published by the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE).

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[https://constructionmanagement.co.uk/fire-engineering-safety-operational-changes-buildings/ Construction Management, 23 Mar]

[[File:FireExtinguisheronFloor-350x193.jpg|link=https://constructionmanagement.co.uk/fire-engineering-safety-operational-changes-buildings/]]

How does fire engineering deal with operational changes to buildings?

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[[Fire_door_compliance_in_UK_commercial_buildings|Fire door compliance in UK commercial buildings]]

[[File:Robust_fire_door_logo_no_txt_3_350_.jpg|link=Fire_door_compliance_in_UK_commercial_buildings]]

An Architect and manufacturer shares knowledge on the subject.

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[https://www.thefpa.co.uk/fire-and-risk-management-journal/news/systemic-fire-safety-failures-exposed-at-hong-kong-blaze-inquiry FPA, 22 Mar]

[[File:Hong_Kong_Tower_Fire_HK_TV_350.jpg|link=https://www.thefpa.co.uk/fire-and-risk-management-journal/news/systemic-fire-safety-failures-exposed-at-hong-kong-blaze-inquiry]]

Systemic fire safety failures exposed at Hong Kong blaze inquiry.

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[https://newsblogs.ihbc.org.uk/?p=46049 IHBC, 20 Mar]

[[File:First_Minister_visits_Union_street-Small_350.jpg|link=https://newsblogs.ihbc.org.uk/?p=46049]]

Heritage from the doorstep: Demolition of fire-hit facade begins as Glasgow Central station partly reopens.

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[https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/two-higher-risk-buildings-hrb-principal-designer-project-case-studies-through-the-gateways.html CIAT, 17 Mar]

[[File:CIAT_PD_laptop_graphic_350.jpg|link=https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/two-higher-risk-buildings-hrb-principal-designer-project-case-studies-through-the-gateways.html]]

Two Higher-Risk Buildings (HRB) Principal Designer project case studies through the Gateways.

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[https://www.thefpa.co.uk/fire-and-risk-management-journal/news/hse-launches-research-programme-on-building-safety- FPA, 14 Mar]

[[File:HSE-logo_2_350.jpg|link=https://www.thefpa.co.uk/fire-and-risk-management-journal/news/hse-launches-research-programme-on-building-safety-]]

HSE launches research programme on Building Safety.

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[https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/grenfell-tower-statement-on-elements-of-the-tower/grenfell-tower-statement-on-elements-of-the-tower Gov UK, 10 Mar]

[[File:Gov_UK_grenfell_26_statement_350.jpg|link=https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/grenfell-tower-statement-on-elements-of-the-tower/grenfell-tower-statement-on-elements-of-the-tower]]

Grenfell Tower: statement on elements of the Tower.

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[https://www.cross-safety.org/uk/submit-a-report-uk Cross.UK, Mar]

[[File:CROSS_UK_submission_350.jpg|link=https://www.cross-safety.org/uk/submit-a-report-uk]]

Reporting to CROSS-UK.

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[[Building_Safety_recap_February,_2026|Building Safety recap February, 2026]]

[[File:Building_Safety_Wiki_Recap_Feb_26_350.jpg|link=Building_Safety_recap_February,_2026]]

Our regular run-down of key building safety related events of the month.

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[[The_Importance_of_Compression_in_Cavity_Barriers|The Importance of Compression in Cavity Barriers]]

[[File:Masonry_Association_01_-_26_Compression_in_Cavity_Barriers_350.jpg|link=The_Importance_of_Compression_in_Cavity_Barriers]]

The Masonry Association publish technical notice on the use of cavity barriers and, increasing use of zero compression cavity barrier products.

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[https://knowledge.bsigroup.com/products/construction-products-bringing-safe-products-to-market-code-of-practice BSi, 28 Feb]

[[File:PAS_2000_26_350.jpg|link=https://knowledge.bsigroup.com/products/construction-products-bringing-safe-products-to-market-code-of-practice]]

PAS 2000:2026. Construction products. Bringing safe products to market. Code of practice.

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[[Construction_Products_Reform_White_Paper,_February_2026|Construction Products Reform White Paper, February 2026]]

[[File:Gov_GConstr_Product_Green_to_White_paper_350.png|link=Construction_Products_Reform_White_Paper,_February_2026]]

System-wide issues to be addressed through proposed reforms.

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[[General_safety_requirement_(GSR)_for_construction_products|General safety requirement (GSR) for construction products]]

[[File:Gov_General_Safety_Requirement_cover_350.png|link=General_safety_requirement_(GSR)_for_construction_products]]

Proposed by the government to fill the gap of between 39-71% unregulated products on the market: Consultation open.

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[[Statement_from_the_Interim_Chief_Construction_Advisor|Statement from the Interim Chief Construction Advisor]]

[[File:Interim_Const_Advisor_Thouria_Istephan_Grenfell_Inq_350.jpg|link=Statement_from_the_Interim_Chief_Construction_Advisor]]

Thouria Istephan; Architect and inquiry panel member outlines ongoing work, priorities and next steps.

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[[Compliance_Plan_Approach|The Sottish Compliance Plan Approach (CPA)]]

[[File:Scottish_tall_building_AI_350.jpg|link=Compliance_Plan_Approach]]

A robust compliance quality system in which actions of those involved in design and construction process and verifiers are planned, recorded and reported on.

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[[Managing_Building_Safety_Risks_Across_an_Existing_Residential_Portfolio|Managing building safety risks]]

[[File:Housing_Ombudsman_MOU_350.jpg|link=Managing_Building_Safety_Risks_Across_an_Existing_Residential_Portfolio]]

Across an existing residential portfolio, a client's perspective.

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[[Reform_of_the_fire_engineering_profession|Reform of the fire engineering profession]]

[[File:Fire_switch_new_old_350.jpg|link=Reform_of_the_fire_engineering_profession]]

Fire Engineers Advisory Panel: Authoritative Statement, reactions and next steps.

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[[Building_Safety_wiki_recap_for_2025|Building Safety Recap 2025]]

[[File:Building_Safety_Wiki_Recap_2025_350.jpg|link=Building_Safety_wiki_recap_for_2025]]

A glance back at the year from a building safety perspective.

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[https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/building-safety-wiki/about/?viewAsMember=true Safety community]

[[File:BSW_linked_in_Nov_25_350.jpg|link=https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/building-safety-wiki/about/?viewAsMember=true]]

Join the Building Safety Linkedin group to stay up-to-date and join the debate.

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News from the web

2026-05-13T23:40:28Z

Editor:

Featured articles and news

2026-05-13T23:36:59Z

Editor:

[[Cyber_Security_in_the_Built_Environment:_Protecting_projects,_data,_and_digital_assets|Cyber Security in the Built Environment]]

[[File:CIOB cyber security 350.jpg|link=Cyber_Security_in_the_Built_Environment:_Protecting_projects,_data,_and_digital_assets]]

Protecting projects, data, and digital assets: CIOB Academy.

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[[Noise_Action_Week|Noise Action Week]]

[[File:Noise_Action_Week_350.jpg|link=Noise_Action_Week]]

The UK's campaign to reduce noise pollution: Mythbusting, articles and topic guides.

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[[Industry_Competence_Committee._Setting_Expectations_on_Competence_Management|Setting Expectations on Competence Management]]

[[File:ICC_Expectations_competency_350.jpg|link=Industry_Competence_Committee._Setting_Expectations_on_Competence_Management]]

Industry Competence Committee.

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[[CIOB_stresses_importance_of_construction_to_new_Scottish_and_Welsh_governments|New Scottish and Welsh governments]]

[[File:Scottish_parliament_and_Welsh_Assembly_ciob_350.jpg|link=CIOB_stresses_importance_of_construction_to_new_Scottish_and_Welsh_governments]]

CIOB stresses importance of construction after new parliament elections.

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[[The_sad_story_of_Derby_Hippodrome|The sad story of Derby Hippodrome]]

[[File:Derby_Hippodrome_350.jpg|link=The_sad_story_of_Derby_Hippodrome]]

An historic building left to decay.

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[[Apprenticeships_pay_back:_ECA,_JIB_and_JTL_back_Fabian_Society_call_to_invest_in_skills_for_a_stronger_built_environment_workforce|Apprenticeships pay back]]

[[File:ECA_apprentice_rates_shutterstock_1872852154_350.jpg|link=Apprenticeships_pay_back:_ECA,_JIB_and_JTL_back_Fabian_Society_call_to_invest_in_skills_for_a_stronger_built_environment_workforce]]

ECA, JIB and JTL back Fabian Society call to invest in skills for a stronger built environment workforce.

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[[Everywhere_to_see:_Women's_Contributions_to_the_Built_Environment|Everywhere to see]]

[[File:CIOB_Skyline_of_a_city_of_skyscrapers_350.jpg|link=Everywhere_to_see:_Women's_Contributions_to_the_Built_Environment]]

Women's Contributions to the Built Environment.

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[[Calls_for_the_delayed_Circular_Economy_Strategy|Calls for the delayed Circular Economy Strategy]]

[[File:CIAT_image_gen_350.jpg|link=Calls_for_the_delayed_Circular_Economy_Strategy]]

Over 50 leading businesses, trade associations and professional bodies, including CIAT, and UKGBC sign open letter.

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[[The_future_workforce_-_culture_change_and_skill_go_under_the_spotlight_at_UK_Construction_Week_London|The future workforce: culture change and skill]]

[[File:Culture_Change_D_UKCW_350.jpg|link=The_future_workforce_-_culture_change_and_skill_go_under_the_spotlight_at_UK_Construction_Week_London]]

Under the spotlight at UK Construction Week London.

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[[Conserving_the_postmodern_legacy_of_the_Sainsbury_Wing|Conserving the Sainsbury Wing]]

[[File:Sainsbury_Wing_350.jpg|link=Conserving_the_postmodern_legacy_of_the_Sainsbury_Wing]]

A landmark moment for postmodern heritage.

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[[A_safe_energy_transition_–_ECA_launches_a_new_Charter|A safe energy transition – ECA launches a new Charter]]

[[File:ECA_Safe-Energy-Transition-Charter_350.jpg|link=A_safe_energy_transition_–_ECA_launches_a_new_Charter]]

Practical policy actions to speed up low carbon adoption while maintaining installation safety and competency.

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[[Frank_Duffy:_Researcher_and_Practitioner|Frank Duffy: Researcher and Practitioner]]

[[File:BandC_Frank_Duffy_from_estate_2lores_350.jpg|link=Frank_Duffy:_Researcher_and_Practitioner]]

Reflections on achievements and relevance to the wider research and practice communities.

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[[The_2026_Compliance_Landscape:_Why_'Business_as_Usual'_is_a_Liability|The 2026 Compliance Landscape: Fire doors]]

[[File:LMC_image_fire_door_350.jpg|link=The_2026_Compliance_Landscape:_Why_'Business_as_Usual'_is_a_Liability]]

Why 'Business as Usual' is a Liability.

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[[Cutting_construction_carbon_footprint_by_caring_for_soil|Cutting construction carbon footprint by caring for soil]]

[[File:Soil_CIAT_350.jpg|link=Cutting_construction_carbon_footprint_by_caring_for_soil]]

Is construction neglecting one of the planet’s most powerful carbon stores and one of our greatest natural climate allies.

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[[ARCHITECTURE:_How's_it_progressing?|ARCHITECTURE: How's it progressing?]]

[[File:Archiblog_images_350.jpg|link=ARCHITECTURE:_How's_it_progressing?]]

Archiblogger posing questions of a historical and contextual nature.

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[[The_roofscape_of_Hampstead_Garden_Suburb|The roofscape of Hampstead Garden Suburb]]

[[File:The_roofscape_of_Hampstead_Garden_Suburb_350.jpg|link=The_roofscape_of_Hampstead_Garden_Suburb]]

Residents, architects and roofers need to understand detailing.

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[[What_the_UK’s_new_housing_standards_mean_for_homes,_landlords_and_tenants|Homes, landlords. tenants and the new housing standards]]

[[File:CIOB_New_housing_in_England_350.jpg|link=What_the_UK’s_new_housing_standards_mean_for_homes,_landlords_and_tenants]]

What will it all mean?

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[https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Category:News See more news.]

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Cyber Security in the Built Environment: Protecting projects, data, and digital assets

2026-05-13T23:35:41Z

Editor:

[[File:CIOB_cyber_security_1000.jpg|link=File:CIOB_cyber_security_1000.jpg]]

= About =

Cyber Security is not just an IT issue; it is a business issue. This is a practical technical information sheet suitable for built environment professionals. This publication will help professionals understand and manage cyber security risks, protect projects, data and digital assets.

Read more of our Technical Information Sheets here.

= Summary =

This practical technical information sheet helps construction firms and built environment professionals understand and manage today’s most common cyber risks, from ransomware and phishing to payment fraud.

It explains how attacks happen and what simple, effective steps professionals can take to prevent them.

With clear advice on Cyber Essentials, staff training, incident response, and recovery, it shows how to build resilience without unnecessary complexity.

It is designed to help professionals and their firms protect their projects, their data and their reputation.

= Contents =

== Why cyber security matters in construction ==

{|
| What do cyber incidents cost construction firms?
| Proportionality and risk
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| Aim and Scope
|

|}

== Understanding cyber security basics ==

{|
| What is cyber security?
| The construction sector’s unique cyber risk profile
|-
| Cyber security vs IT security
|

|}

== The current threat landscape ==

{|
| Ransomware
| Supply chain vulnerabilities
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| Phishing emails
| Assessing threats: ease, likelihood, and impact
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| Dark web and credential theft
| Secondary impacts of cyber incidents
|-
| Insider threats
| Real-world examples: cyber incidents and their impacts
|}

== Core defence measures ==

{|
| Cyber Essentials (and Cyber Essentials Plus)
| Supply chain security
|-
| Strong authentication and access control
| Cyber Security checklist for construction projects
|-
| Defences against phishing and BEC
| Site-specific measures
|-
| Data and device protection
| Quick wins
|-
| Backup strategy
| Measuring effectiveness
|-
| Dark web monitoring
| Common pitfalls to avoid
|}

== Building cyber awareness and culture ==

{|
| Staff cyber security training
| A simple cyber security policy: what to include
|-
| Phishing simulations and practical exercises
| Leadership and culture
|-
| Embedding a ‘report, don’t blame’ culture
| Measuring awareness and culture
|-
| Creating and using a clear cyber security policy
| Common pitfalls to avoid
|}

== Testing, monitoring and continuous improvement ==

{|
| Penetration testing
| Regular audits and reviews
|-
| Vulnerability scanning versus pen testing
| Continuous improvement
|-
| Security Operations Centres (SOCs)
| Measuring success
|-
| Centralised logging and visibility
| Common pitfalls to avoid
|}

== Responding to incidents and recovering quickly ==

{|
| Preparing for incidents: incident response planning
| Legal, regulatory and communications considerations
|-
| Incident response in practice
| Post-incident review and learning
|-
| Disaster recovery and DRaaS
| Common pitfalls to avoid
|}

== Building a sustainable cyber security strategy ==

{|
| Making the business case for cyber security
| What makes a strategy sustainable
|-
| Building a practical cyber security roadmap
| Common strategic pitfalls to avoid
|-
| In-house vs outsourced cyber security: choosing the right model
| Senior management checklist: building and maintaining cyber security
|-
| Using external support effectively
|

|}

== Conclusion and next steps ==

{|
| A practical action plan
| Embedding cyber security into everyday business
|}

== References ==

== Further reading ==

== About the Author ==

Matt Thompson is a freelance writer working in the UK’s construction industry, mainly for professional institutions, such as CIOB, RIBA and RICS.

He produces targeted content to meet organisational objectives; and has authored many publications, including the Guide to the DfMA Overlay to the RIBA Plan of Work (2021), PAS 8671:2022(the competence framework for individual Principal Designers under the Building Safety Act), and Handbook of Practice Management (2024). He is editor of the CIOB’s Construction Client Guide: Leading Projects in the Built Environment, Second Edition (2025).

Special thanks to Adrian Bell from LoughTec for providing the information on this topic.

== CIOB Members ==

CIOB members can access Technical Information Sheets for FREE and receive a 20% discount on our Codes and Guides. Your discount codes are in the members’ portal. ↗ If you experience difficulties accessing the portal, contact lis@ciob.org.uk.

Cyber Security in the Built Environment: Protecting projects, data, and digital assets

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Cyber Security in the Built Environment: Protecting projects, data, and digital assets

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Cyber Security in the Built Environment: Protecting projects, data, and digital assets

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= About =

Cyber Security is not just an IT issue; it is a business issue. This is a practical technical information sheet suitable for built environment professionals. This publication will help professionals understand and manage cyber security risks, protect projects, data and digital assets.

Read more of our Technical Information Sheets here.

= Summary =

This practical technical information sheet helps construction firms and built environment professionals understand and manage today’s most common cyber risks, from ransomware and phishing to payment fraud.

It explains how attacks happen and what simple, effective steps professionals can take to prevent them.

With clear advice on Cyber Essentials, staff training, incident response, and recovery, it shows how to build resilience without unnecessary complexity.

It is designed to help professionals and their firms protect their projects, their data and their reputation.

= Contents =

# Cyber Security in the Built Environment: Protecting projects, data, and digital assets

{|
| Why cyber security matters in construction
| Aim and Scope
|-
| What do cyber incidents cost construction firms?
| Proportionality and risk
|}

# Why cyber security matters in construction
# What do cyber incidents cost construction firms?
# Aim and Scope
# Proportionality and risk
# Understanding cyber security basics
## What is cyber security?
## Cyber security vs IT security
## The construction sector’s unique cyber risk profile
# The current threat landscape
## Ransomware
## Phishing emails
## Business email compromise (BEC)
## Dark web and credential theft
## Insider threats
## Supply chain vulnerabilities
## Assessing threats: ease, likelihood, and impact
## Secondary impacts of cyber incidents
## Real-world examples: cyber incidents and their impacts
# Core defence measures
## Cyber Essentials (and Cyber Essentials Plus)
## Strong authentication and access control
## Defences against phishing and BEC
## Data and device protection
## Backup strategy
## Dark web monitoring
## Supply chain security
### Cyber Security checklist for construction projects
## Site-specific measures
## Quick wins
## Measuring effectiveness
## Common pitfalls to avoid
# Building cyber awareness and culture
## Staff cyber security training
## Phishing simulations and practical exercises
## Embedding a ‘report, don’t blame’ culture
## Creating and using a clear cyber security policy
### A simple cyber security policy: what to include
## Leadership and culture
## Measuring awareness and culture
## Common pitfalls to avoid
# Testing, monitoring and continuous improvement
## Penetration testing
## Vulnerability scanning versus pen testing
## Security Operations Centres (SOCs)
## Centralised logging and visibility
## Regular audits and reviews
## Continuous improvement
## Measuring success
## Common pitfalls to avoid
# Responding to incidents and recovering quickly
## Preparing for incidents: incident response planning
## Incident response in practice
## Disaster recovery and DRaaS
## Legal, regulatory and communications considerations
## Post-incident review and learning
## Common pitfalls to avoid
# Building a sustainable cyber security strategy
## Making the business case for cyber security
## Building a practical cyber security roadmap
## In-house vs outsourced cyber security: choosing the right model
## Using external support effectively
## What makes a strategy sustainable
## Common strategic pitfalls to avoid
## Senior management checklist: building and maintaining cyber security
# Conclusion and next steps
## A practical action plan
## Embedding cyber security into everyday business

References

Further reading

About the Author

CIOB Members

CIOB members can access Technical Information Sheets for FREE and receive a 20% discount on our Codes and Guides. Your discount codes are in the members’ portal. ↗ If you experience difficulties accessing the portal, contact lis@ciob.org.uk.

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[https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/building-safety-regulator-building-control-approval-application-data-february-to-april-2026 Gov UK, 8 May]

[[File:BSR till april 26 350.jpg|link=https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/building-safety-regulator-building-control-approval-application-data-february-to-april-2026]]

Building control approval applications received, determination times, decision outcomes and performance.

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[https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/built-environment-wales-regulatory-reform-conference.html CIAT, 6 May]

[[File:CIAT_absrtract_350.jpg|link=https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/built-environment-wales-regulatory-reform-conference.html]]

Built Environment Wales – Regulatory Reform Conference.

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[https://www.gov.uk/government/news/when-will-the-renters-right-act-come-into-force Gov UK, 1 May]

[[File:Renters_Rights_350.jpg|link=https://www.gov.uk/government/news/when-will-the-renters-right-act-come-into-force]]

When will the Renters' Right Act come into force?

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[https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/survey-national-standards-user-needs.html CIAT, 7 May]

[[File:Diversity_Survey_PR_350.jpg|link=https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/survey-national-standards-user-needs.html]]

Survey – National Standards User Needs.

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[https://www.eca.co.uk/news/2026/may/glenn-grant-appointed-113th-president-of-eca ECA, 6 May]

[[File:Glenn-Grant-2026_350.jpg|link=https://www.eca.co.uk/news/2026/may/glenn-grant-appointed-113th-president-of-eca]]

Glenn Grant appointed 113th President of ECA.

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[https://www.constructionleadershipcouncil.co.uk/news/clc-dbt-communication-to-industry-on-impact-of-the-planned-introduction-of-steel-tariffs-and-quotas-on-the-uks-construction-sector/ CLC, 30 April]

[[File:CIOB_Steel_frame_construction_structure_350.jpg|link=https://www.constructionleadershipcouncil.co.uk/news/clc-dbt-communication-to-industry-on-impact-of-the-planned-introduction-of-steel-tariffs-and-quotas-on-the-uks-construction-sector/]]

CLC/DBT Communication to industry on impact of the planned introduction of steel tariffs and quotas on the UK’s construction sector.

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[https://www.hbf.co.uk/news/new-taxes-and-policy-costs-add-76000-to-the-cost-of-building-a-new-home/ HBF, 6 May]

[[File:Housebuilding2_350.jpg|link=https://www.hbf.co.uk/news/new-taxes-and-policy-costs-add-76000-to-the-cost-of-building-a-new-home/]]

New taxes and policy costs add £76,000 to the cost of building a new home.

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[https://www.globalconstructionreview.com/how-to-make-cities-that-keep-getting-better/ GCR, 30 Apr]

[[File:Skanska_report_26_350.jpg|link=https://www.globalconstructionreview.com/how-to-make-cities-that-keep-getting-better/]]

How to make cities that keep getting better.

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[https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/new-fire-safety-rules-residential-personal-emergency-evacuation-plans-rpeeps.html CiAT, 27 April]

[[File:Fire_exit_350.jpg|link=https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/new-fire-safety-rules-residential-personal-emergency-evacuation-plans-rpeeps.html]]

New fire safety rules: Residential personal emergency evacuation plans (RPEEPs).

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[https://www.cic.org.uk/news/new-report-by-cic-task-finish-group-on-apprenticeship-assessment-reform CIC, 30 Apr]

[[File:CIC_Apprenticeship_Assessment_Reform_350.jpg|link=https://www.cic.org.uk/news/new-report-by-cic-task-finish-group-on-apprenticeship-assessment-reform]]

New Report by CIC Task & Finish Group on Apprenticeship Assessment Reform.

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[https://consultations.hse.gov.uk/bsr/review-of-approved-document-b-fire-safety/ HSE, until 1 July]

[[File:Fire_safety_cons_350.jpg|link=https://consultations.hse.gov.uk/bsr/review-of-approved-document-b-fire-safety/]]

Consultation proposal on changes to Approved Document B.

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[https://www.ciob.org/news/CIOB-announces-new-trustees-2026 CIOB, 29 April]

[[File:CIOB_Modern_office_architectur.jpeg.jpg|link=https://www.ciob.org/news/CIOB-announces-new-trustees-2026]]

CIOB announces new trustees.

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[https://www.futurehomes.org.uk/future-homes-hub-to-hold-two-technical-conferences-in-leeds-and-london-this-june FHH, 9 Apr]

[[File:FHH_graphic_350.jpg|link=https://www.futurehomes.org.uk/future-homes-hub-to-hold-two-technical-conferences-in-leeds-and-london-this-june]]

Future Homes Hub to hold two Technical Conferences in Leeds and London this June.

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[https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/ciat-becomes-ccpi-organisation-associate.html CIAT, 2 Apr]

[[File:CCPi_350.jpg|link=https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/ciat-becomes-ccpi-organisation-associate.html]]

CIAT becomes CCPI Organisation Associate.

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Building Safety Wiki features

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[https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/built-environment-wales-regulatory-reform-conference.html CIAT, 6 May]

[[File:CIAT_absrtract_350.jpg|link=https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/built-environment-wales-regulatory-reform-conference.html]]

Built Environment Wales – Regulatory Reform Conference.

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[https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/building-safety-regulator-building-control-approval-application-data-february-to-april-2026 Gov UK, 8 May]

[[File:BSR till april 26 350.jpg|link=https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/building-safety-regulator-building-control-approval-application-data-february-to-april-2026]]

Building control approval applications received, determination times, decision outcomes and performance.

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[[File:ICC_Expectations_competency_350.jpg|link=Industry_Competence_Committee._Setting_Expectations_on_Competence_Management]]

Industry Competence Committee.

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[https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/new-fire-safety-rules-residential-personal-emergency-evacuation-plans-rpeeps.html CIAT, 27 April]

[[File:Fire_exit_350.jpg|link=https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/new-fire-safety-rules-residential-personal-emergency-evacuation-plans-rpeeps.html]]

New fire safety rules: Residential personal emergency evacuation plans (RPEEPs).

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[https://consultations.hse.gov.uk/bsr/review-of-approved-document-b-fire-safety/ HSE, until 1 July]

[[File:Fire_safety_cons_350.jpg|link=https://consultations.hse.gov.uk/bsr/review-of-approved-document-b-fire-safety/]]

Consultation proposal on changes to Approved Document B.

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[[The_2026_Compliance_Landscape:_Why_'Business_as_Usual'_is_a_Liability|The 2026 Compliance Landscape: Firedoors]]

[[File:Fire_doors_350.jpg|link=The_2026_Compliance_Landscape:_Why_'Business_as_Usual'_is_a_Liability]]

Why 'Business as Usual' is a Liability.

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[[Keeping_CIOB’s_Building_Safety_Act_Workshop_aligned_with_legislative_and_regulatory_change|CIOB Building Safety Act Workshop]]

[[File:Construction_worker_drills_into_a_wall_350._jpeg.jpg|link=Keeping_CIOB’s_Building_Safety_Act_Workshop_aligned_with_legislative_and_regulatory_change]]

Keeping it aligned with legislative and regulatory change.

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[[Building_Safety_recap_March,_2026|Building Safety recap March, 2026]]

[[File:Building_Safety_Wiki_Recap_March_26_350.jpg|link=Building_Safety_recap_March,_2026]]

A quick run through of events...did we miss anything? If so, please do create your profile and add to this page. Thanks!

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[[ACA_safety_guide_to_the_roles_and_responsibilities_of_domestic_clients|Roles and responsibilities of domestic clients]]

[[File:ACA_Safety_in_Construction_350.jpg|link=ACA_safety_guide_to_the_roles_and_responsibilities_of_domestic_clients]]

ACA Safety in Construction guide for domestic clients.

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[[The_Built_List._Research_by_construction_PR_consultancy_LMC|The Built List]]

[[File:The_Built_List_2026_LMC_350.jpg|link=The_Built_List._Research_by_construction_PR_consultancy_LMC]]

Research by construction PR consultancy LMC including Fire and Building Safety section.

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[[Preparing_safety_case_reports_for_HRBs_under_the_BSA|Preparing safety case reports for HRBs under the BSA]]

[[File:IStructE_Preparing_safety_case_reports_for_HRB_cover_350.jpg|link=Preparing_safety_case_reports_for_HRBs_under_the_BSA]]

A new practical guide to preparing structural inputs for safety cases and safety case reports published by the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE).

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[[File:FireExtinguisheronFloor-350x193.jpg|link=https://constructionmanagement.co.uk/fire-engineering-safety-operational-changes-buildings/]]

How does fire engineering deal with operational changes to buildings?

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[[Fire_door_compliance_in_UK_commercial_buildings|Fire door compliance in UK commercial buildings]]

[[File:Robust_fire_door_logo_no_txt_3_350_.jpg|link=Fire_door_compliance_in_UK_commercial_buildings]]

An Architect and manufacturer shares knowledge on the subject.

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[https://www.thefpa.co.uk/fire-and-risk-management-journal/news/systemic-fire-safety-failures-exposed-at-hong-kong-blaze-inquiry FPA, 22 Mar]

[[File:Hong_Kong_Tower_Fire_HK_TV_350.jpg|link=https://www.thefpa.co.uk/fire-and-risk-management-journal/news/systemic-fire-safety-failures-exposed-at-hong-kong-blaze-inquiry]]

Systemic fire safety failures exposed at Hong Kong blaze inquiry.

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[[File:First_Minister_visits_Union_street-Small_350.jpg|link=https://newsblogs.ihbc.org.uk/?p=46049]]

Heritage from the doorstep: Demolition of fire-hit facade begins as Glasgow Central station partly reopens.

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[[File:CIAT_PD_laptop_graphic_350.jpg|link=https://architecturaltechnology.com/resource/two-higher-risk-buildings-hrb-principal-designer-project-case-studies-through-the-gateways.html]]

Two Higher-Risk Buildings (HRB) Principal Designer project case studies through the Gateways.

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[https://www.thefpa.co.uk/fire-and-risk-management-journal/news/hse-launches-research-programme-on-building-safety- FPA, 14 Mar]

[[File:HSE-logo_2_350.jpg|link=https://www.thefpa.co.uk/fire-and-risk-management-journal/news/hse-launches-research-programme-on-building-safety-]]

HSE launches research programme on Building Safety.

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[https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/grenfell-tower-statement-on-elements-of-the-tower/grenfell-tower-statement-on-elements-of-the-tower Gov UK, 10 Mar]

[[File:Gov_UK_grenfell_26_statement_350.jpg|link=https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/grenfell-tower-statement-on-elements-of-the-tower/grenfell-tower-statement-on-elements-of-the-tower]]

Grenfell Tower: statement on elements of the Tower.

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[https://www.cross-safety.org/uk/submit-a-report-uk Cross.UK, Mar]

[[File:CROSS_UK_submission_350.jpg|link=https://www.cross-safety.org/uk/submit-a-report-uk]]

Reporting to CROSS-UK.

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[[Building_Safety_recap_February,_2026|Building Safety recap February, 2026]]

[[File:Building_Safety_Wiki_Recap_Feb_26_350.jpg|link=Building_Safety_recap_February,_2026]]

Our regular run-down of key building safety related events of the month.

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[[The_Importance_of_Compression_in_Cavity_Barriers|The Importance of Compression in Cavity Barriers]]

[[File:Masonry_Association_01_-_26_Compression_in_Cavity_Barriers_350.jpg|link=The_Importance_of_Compression_in_Cavity_Barriers]]

The Masonry Association publish technical notice on the use of cavity barriers and, increasing use of zero compression cavity barrier products.

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[[File:PAS_2000_26_350.jpg|link=https://knowledge.bsigroup.com/products/construction-products-bringing-safe-products-to-market-code-of-practice]]

PAS 2000:2026. Construction products. Bringing safe products to market. Code of practice.

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[[Construction_Products_Reform_White_Paper,_February_2026|Construction Products Reform White Paper, February 2026]]

[[File:Gov_GConstr_Product_Green_to_White_paper_350.png|link=Construction_Products_Reform_White_Paper,_February_2026]]

System-wide issues to be addressed through proposed reforms.

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[[General_safety_requirement_(GSR)_for_construction_products|General safety requirement (GSR) for construction products]]

[[File:Gov_General_Safety_Requirement_cover_350.png|link=General_safety_requirement_(GSR)_for_construction_products]]

Proposed by the government to fill the gap of between 39-71% unregulated products on the market: Consultation open.

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[[Statement_from_the_Interim_Chief_Construction_Advisor|Statement from the Interim Chief Construction Advisor]]

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Thouria Istephan; Architect and inquiry panel member outlines ongoing work, priorities and next steps.

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[[Compliance_Plan_Approach|The Sottish Compliance Plan Approach (CPA)]]

[[File:Scottish_tall_building_AI_350.jpg|link=Compliance_Plan_Approach]]

A robust compliance quality system in which actions of those involved in design and construction process and verifiers are planned, recorded and reported on.

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[[Managing_Building_Safety_Risks_Across_an_Existing_Residential_Portfolio|Managing building safety risks]]

[[File:Housing_Ombudsman_MOU_350.jpg|link=Managing_Building_Safety_Risks_Across_an_Existing_Residential_Portfolio]]

Across an existing residential portfolio, a client's perspective.

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[[Reform_of_the_fire_engineering_profession|Reform of the fire engineering profession]]

[[File:Fire_switch_new_old_350.jpg|link=Reform_of_the_fire_engineering_profession]]

Fire Engineers Advisory Panel: Authoritative Statement, reactions and next steps.

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[[Building_Safety_wiki_recap_for_2025|Building Safety Recap 2025]]

[[File:Building_Safety_Wiki_Recap_2025_350.jpg|link=Building_Safety_wiki_recap_for_2025]]

A glance back at the year from a building safety perspective.

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[https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/building-safety-wiki/about/?viewAsMember=true Safety community]

[[File:BSW_linked_in_Nov_25_350.jpg|link=https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/building-safety-wiki/about/?viewAsMember=true]]

Join the Building Safety Linkedin group to stay up-to-date and join the debate.

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[[Noise_Action_Week|Noise Action Week]]

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The UK's campaign to reduce noise pollution: Mythbusting, articles and topic guides.

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[[Industry_Competence_Committee._Setting_Expectations_on_Competence_Management|Setting Expectations on Competence Management]]

[[File:ICC Expectations competency 350.jpg|link=Industry_Competence_Committee._Setting_Expectations_on_Competence_Management]]

Industry Competence Committee.

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[[CIOB_stresses_importance_of_construction_to_new_Scottish_and_Welsh_governments|New Scottish and Welsh governments]]

[[File:Scottish_parliament_and_Welsh_Assembly_ciob_350.jpg|link=CIOB_stresses_importance_of_construction_to_new_Scottish_and_Welsh_governments]]

CIOB stresses importance of construction after new parliament elections.

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[[The_sad_story_of_Derby_Hippodrome|The sad story of Derby Hippodrome]]

[[File:Derby_Hippodrome_350.jpg|link=The_sad_story_of_Derby_Hippodrome]]

An historic building left to decay.

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[[Apprenticeships_pay_back:_ECA,_JIB_and_JTL_back_Fabian_Society_call_to_invest_in_skills_for_a_stronger_built_environment_workforce|Apprenticeships pay back]]

[[File:ECA_apprentice_rates_shutterstock_1872852154_350.jpg|link=Apprenticeships_pay_back:_ECA,_JIB_and_JTL_back_Fabian_Society_call_to_invest_in_skills_for_a_stronger_built_environment_workforce]]

ECA, JIB and JTL back Fabian Society call to invest in skills for a stronger built environment workforce.

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[[Everywhere_to_see:_Women's_Contributions_to_the_Built_Environment|Everywhere to see]]

[[File:CIOB_Skyline_of_a_city_of_skyscrapers_350.jpg|link=Everywhere_to_see:_Women's_Contributions_to_the_Built_Environment]]

Women's Contributions to the Built Environment.

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[[Calls_for_the_delayed_Circular_Economy_Strategy|Calls for the delayed Circular Economy Strategy]]

[[File:CIAT_image_gen_350.jpg|link=Calls_for_the_delayed_Circular_Economy_Strategy]]

Over 50 leading businesses, trade associations and professional bodies, including CIAT, and UKGBC sign open letter.

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[[The_future_workforce_-_culture_change_and_skill_go_under_the_spotlight_at_UK_Construction_Week_London|The future workforce: culture change and skill]]

[[File:Culture_Change_D_UKCW_350.jpg|link=The_future_workforce_-_culture_change_and_skill_go_under_the_spotlight_at_UK_Construction_Week_London]]

Under the spotlight at UK Construction Week London.

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[[Conserving_the_postmodern_legacy_of_the_Sainsbury_Wing|Conserving the Sainsbury Wing]]

[[File:Sainsbury_Wing_350.jpg|link=Conserving_the_postmodern_legacy_of_the_Sainsbury_Wing]]

A landmark moment for postmodern heritage.

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[[A_safe_energy_transition_–_ECA_launches_a_new_Charter|A safe energy transition – ECA launches a new Charter]]

[[File:ECA_Safe-Energy-Transition-Charter_350.jpg|link=A_safe_energy_transition_–_ECA_launches_a_new_Charter]]

Practical policy actions to speed up low carbon adoption while maintaining installation safety and competency.

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[[Frank_Duffy:_Researcher_and_Practitioner|Frank Duffy: Researcher and Practitioner]]

[[File:BandC_Frank_Duffy_from_estate_2lores_350.jpg|link=Frank_Duffy:_Researcher_and_Practitioner]]

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