Intelligence

Project management is a big player in the UK economy. Huw Morris reports on how competence is driving the profession to ever higher standards.

Moira Shaftoe, Head of Professional Institutions and Partnerships at EngineeringUK, says securing the future engineering and technology workforce is vital

The role of the building inspector is set to change this month, but how is this change being perceived? Peter Crush investigates

There are significant flaws in the current system for reviewing local plans, which are vital for sustainable development and growth, says Simon Coop, Senior Director at Lichfields.

CABE 2024 award winner Architectural Conservation Professionals (ACP) believes in leading by example and sharing historical knowledge

The raft of regulations can leave people feeling confused about their dutyholder roles and responsibilities. Denise Chevin clarifies

The CABE Built Environment Awards 2024 celebrate the successes of projects and people across the industry

EDocuments notes that clear and concise handover information continues to pose a challenge for the construction industry – especially with data being generated in ever-increasing volumes

Davon’s David Norman says a new law promises reform on planning delays, but will it be acted upon? He discusses the Levelling-up and Regeneration Act 2023.

Cooper Reed’s Steve McGrill MCABE Chartered Building Engineer has completed a study into essential fire safety systems in open-plan layouts. Here are his findings.

Fire Industry Association’s Will Lloyd and Robert Thilthorpe discuss what fire detection and warning systems should be in place for different types of building with David Adams

As England embarks on a new legislative regime for standards and accountability, Denise Chevin speaks to Sarah Neary, who has been at the forefront of building reform in Ireland for the past decade.

Eric Moussiaux, Vice President Technology at Exel Composites, explains how fire considerations influence composite design.

The Business Sprinkler Alliance is concerned that lessons aren’t being learned and asks why sprinkler systems aren’t standard in hotels.

Neil Kirwin, Southern Specification Manager at SFS, believes early technical design engagement with product manufacturers can help to improve fire safety

During the construction of a new residential development, a fire engineer reports a significant amount of inadequately installed passive fire protection elements.

CABE and Building a Safer Future join forces to support the industry with building safety competency requirements.