New homes required to have 31 per cent lower emissions from 2021

New homes constructed from this year onwards will be expected to produce 31 per cent lower carbon emissions in preparation for the 2025 Future Homes Standard, the Government has announced following the completion of its consultation. New homes will be [...]

Residents select development partner for Teviot Estate regeneration

Housing association Poplar HARCA has appointed Housebuilder of the Year, Hill as joint venture partner to deliver the Teviot Estate regeneration in Tower Hamlets, which could include more than 2,500 new homes, new green and play spaces, shops, community and [...]

What is IAQ and how do we measure it?

LISTEN HERE 🔊 Vince House of Aereco explores what indoor air quality (IAQ) really means as residents are confined to their homes more than ever. There has been a lot of talk around Indoor Air Quality (IAQ), especially during the [...]

Grenfell insulation manufacturer behaved “unethically”

The company behind Grenfell Tower’s insulation presented “deliberately misleading” testing for the project’s refurbishment, according to its former product manager. Jonathan Roper, who formerly worked at Celotex Insulation, told the public inquiry that he had been made to “lie for [...]

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Latest Articles

Aster Group secures £250m sustainability bond

Housing association Aster Group has priced its first £250m Sustainability Bond under the group’s new European Medium-Term Notes (EMTN) programme with the proceeds bolstering its fund for developing new affordable... View Article

2021 Housing Predictions

As we enter 2021, home has never been more important. In the last twelve months, many residents have endured health worries, financial uncertainty, and social distancing. Despite the challenges, housing... View Article

StepChange welcomes eviction ban extension

Charity urges same principle for bailiffs during lockdown StepChange Debt Charity welcomes the extension of the rental evictions ban, which is the only appropriate response in the midst of the... View Article

Driving up Standards on Fire Door Safety

By Kevin Underwood, BWF Technical Director Over a year ago, in October 2019, Sir Martin Moore-Bick made a number of recommendations in conclusion to Phase 1 of the Grenfell Tower Inquiry, which... View Article
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Product & Supplier News

The transition to greener housing

Climate change remains a huge global issue – and it’s one that the UK Government is planning on tackling. To do this, it’s important to focus on the energy used... View Article

The new FlexiWork neon jackets and fleeces

NEW Neon Jackets and Fleeces from Snickers Workwear for the flexible working environment – delivering visibly superior comfort and freedom of movement. While Fabric, Functionality and Fit are hallmarks of... View Article

Best Self Storage Units in the UK

The UK has one of the smallest floor spaces in Europe. Both commercial and residential properties struggle to accommodate the growing demand. More companies are creating economic options to keep... View Article

Stamp them out for good

FIND OUT MORE The right ventilation solution can remove the excess moisture in the air which causes damp, condensation, and mould problems. Wiping down windows and painting the walls are... View Article

Guide to balcony refurbishment by MyDek

The change in the fire safety regulations for external wall systems has sparked a need for balcony refurbishments in residential buildings. Based on the latest regulations, all external wall systems... View Article

Designer Contracts digs deep for Childline

Designer Contracts, the UK’s largest flooring contractor, has stepped in once more to sponsor the services of leading children’s charity ChildLine for one day. Thursday (December 3rd 2020) marked the... View Article

Hallmark Glazed FD30Sa Fire Doors

Hallmark Doors & Panels are proud to announce the return of our glazed FD30Sa dual-certified, low maintenance composite fire doors. After over a year of thorough testing and extensive product... View Article

Protect your budgets

For Housing Associations, Local Councils and Authorities, the maintenance of properties is an ongoing project and significant local government funding is invested in improvements every year. When Local Authorities or... View Article

Laser printing from ESi

Installers and heating contractors can request that the ESi heating controls they order from their merchant can be laser printed on the front outside cover of the controls with their... View Article

Ready for Disrepair claims?

Winter is approaching! As colder months develop, there is a greater emphasis on ensuring properties are ready including being comfortable, warm and healthy for the occupants. However, as with previous... View Article
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