Winning strategies for biodiversity

Managing open spaces is much more than cutting grass and collecting litter and with the introduction of Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) legislation in January, it has become even more complex. In this article, David King of Meadfleet, explores the challenges... View Article

The Social Housing Act: Empowering Tenants

Retaining Royal Assent in July 2023, the Social Housing Act was introduced to reform the quality and safety of the sector. Bringing new powers to set time limits on complaints such as damp and mould, alongside new qualification requirements for... View Article

Gilberts ups the standard in smoke and fire protection

With growing emphasis on managing the risk of smoke and fire within building safety, Britain’s leading air movement engineer Gilberts is leading the way to optimise control. To address increasing demand and to exceed criteria laid down in the latest... View Article

How You Can Build a Home with Renewable Energy Solutions in Mind

As climate change continues to be a pressing concern, the importance of transitioning towards renewable energy sources becomes increasingly evident. One significant way individuals can contribute to this transition is by incorporating renewable energy solutions into their homes. Building a... View Article

Better Floors in Social Housing

There is a growing amount of research that highlights the benefits on tenant wellbeing through the provision of floor coverings within social housing. Regulations in Wales stipulate floor coverings, but social housing landlords looking to provide their tenants with a... View Article

VIVID maintains top regulatory ratings

VIVID has maintained its G1 V1 ratings by the Regulator for Social Housing. This achievement follows an in-depth assessment by the regulator and is the highest governance and financial viability rating that can be awarded. Mark Perry, Chief Executive of... View Article

Future-proof your residential facade

Mark Snowden from Rockpanel outlines the benefits of ventilated facades, why their specification can help ensure the wellbeing of occupants and how substandard external cladding systems can lead to hidden costs and uninsurability 2017 marked a defining moment in the... View Article

The Funding Issues faced by Local Authorities

LISTEN HERE Mark Edgerley of Boyer comments on the impact of the proposed Infrastructure Levy The news in September 2023 that Birmingham City Council (‘Europe’s largest local authority’) had been forced to issue a Section 114 notice sent out a... View Article

Landlord Latest: Salix Homes

LISTEN HERE Salix Homes is a housing association based in Salford, Greater Manchester, providing social and affordable homes and housing services Salix Homes own and manage over 8,000 homes, which comprises a real mix of properties including tower blocks and... View Article

Futurebuild unites top innovators & collaborators

LISTEN HERE Futurebuild, the built environment’s most influential event for innovation and collaboration returns 5-7 March 2024 at London’s ExCeL. Promising to be the most transformative yet, it will carry on its mission of taking a stand for a better... View Article

Wykamol launches ultra-thin ISO-THERM retrofit insulation

Wykamol has launched an innovative, patented textile-based thermal wall insulation which is ideal for creating dry and warm walls, primarily in retrofit situations, with the potential to save energy and protect properties from penetrating damp. ISO-THERM is an ultra-thin –... View Article