The National Audit Office (NAO) has recommended the Government to establish a clear deadline for completing dangerous cladding remediation works.The NAO’s call follows the Grenfell Inquiry,…
The National Audit Office (NAO) is pushing the Government to set a target date to address dangerous cladding.In its first report on the Government’s remediation work,…
Paul Morrell, former chief construction adviser, expressed surprise at omissions in the Grenfell Tower Inquiry report.The report did not explore the toxicity of construction products, raising…
The government is at a crossroads regarding safety regulation reforms, facing a choice between sticking with current reforms or adopting a new approach.Current reforms stem from…
The Grenfell Tower Inquiry has highlighted crucial issues in contractor performance and safety regulation.Findings revealed Rydon’s complacency in safety duties during the Grenfell refurbishment.Recommendations include introducing…
The Grenfell Inquiry has exposed crucial failings across multiple parties involved in the supply chain.Arconic concealed risks associated with its cladding panels, while Celotex and Kingspan…
A recent debate in the House of Lords has sparked calls for the Building Research Establishment (BRE) to cease its certification role in modern construction methods.Concerns…
The UK Certification Authority for Reinforcing Steels (CARES) has announced a shift from paper to digital certification, highlighting the significance in light of the Grenfell tragedy.Through…
The recent episode of the Re:Construction podcast delves into significant findings and recommendations from the second phase of the Grenfell Tower Inquiry. In it, industry experts…
Local Authority Building Control (LABC) faces scrutiny following the Grenfell Inquiry.The Inquiry’s final report highlights LABC’s failures in ensuring technical accuracy of building certificates.LABC admits to…
