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Repurposing materials is not straightforward and not all recycling is equal, says Denise Chevin – the circular economy has a long way to go.

Trigon Fire Safety’s Karl Wallasch discusses the application of fire engineering on a smoke shaft design for a listed building’s hotel refurbishment.

Howarth Timber’s Emily Green has compiled a short guide on the importance of properly specified, fitted and maintained fire doors.

From our homes to our workplaces and everything in between, modern life is filled with goods and products – but, asks Denise Chevin, have fire and rescue service estimations of risk kept pace?

CABE member Kabbe Njie, Principal Engineer Fire & Life Safety Systems at Heathrow Airport, discusses the growing fire risks of lithium-ion batteries in residential buildings.

Enya Zhang, a student at the University of Central Lancashire, has completed IFSM-funded research exploring the impact of coatings on wood combustion

The UK construction product industry is facing a new era of regulatory and standards challenges. Huw Morris outlines everything you need to know about digital product passports.

What happens when you find yourself working beyond your competency? It can happen, says Denise Chevin, and the consequences can be dire.

Equality, diversity and inclusion has, until very recently, been seen as a vital part of business. In fact, no self-respecting organisation would be seen without it – and there is a good reason for that, Denise Chevin discovers.

Daniel McAfee, Head of Legal Operations at Lawhive, says construction carries a heightened risk of workplace harassment. Employers need to take heed and update policies and culture

Jackie Janssen, Head of Communications at the Considerate Constructors Scheme (CCS), highlights five best practices helping to make the construction industry more accessible to women