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The impact of coatings on combustion

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

Legislation

The growing fire risks of lithium-ion batteries in residential buildings

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.

Building safety

Have fire risk assumptions kept pace with modern standards?

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?

Fire safety

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UK engineering workforce reaches 6.4 million, but diversity gaps persist

Approximately 6.4 million people are employed in engineering and technology roles across the UK, constituting about 19.3% of the national workforce, a new report has revealed. Yet despite this substantial figure, the sector continues to grapple with significant diversity challenges.
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Consultation opens on lifecycle GWP calculation in buildings in Ireland

The Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) has launched a public consultation on a suite of documents that will directly shape how building engineers assess and report Life-Cycle Global Warming Potential (LC GWP) in construction projects.

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BRE to lead on development of SAP

The Building Research Establishment (BRE) has been appointed by the UK...
Industry news

STA updates timber and fire safety guidance

The Structural Timber Association (STA) has released the latest update...

Industry news

CCS commits to skin cancer awareness

The Considerate Constructors Scheme (CCS) has committed to updating its Code of Considerate Practice to include skin protection as a key assessment criterion.

Industry news

16 exciting concepts to be revealed next week

The 2025 Davidson Prize presents 16 exciting concepts to help solve th...

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Enforcement

A brave new world of Digital Product Passports

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.

Technical

Identifying signs of rising damp and how to fix it

Brenda Leach-Water, CABE member and author of The Book of Mould, offers a deep dive into the causes and treatments of damp
Professional standards

The dangers of working beyond your capabilities

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

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CABE news

100 years of CABE: turning back the pages to 1955

CABE turns 100 years old this year. To mark this milestone, Building Engineer takes a look back at the journal through the years.
Fire safety

Have fire risk assumptions kept pace with modern standards?

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?
Building safety

The growing fire risks of lithium-ion batteries in residential buildings

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.
Legislation

The impact of coatings on combustion

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

CABE welcomes new President Zoe Cox at the House of Lords

CABE welcomes new President Zoe Cox at the House of Lords in front of family and colleagues.
CROSS reports

CROSS UK REPORT: Incorrect firestopping by third-party certificated contractor

Collaborative reporting for safer structures. Report 1197: Incorrect firestopping by a third-party certificated contractor
CABE news

New President Zoe Cox's plans for the year

My year as President comes at an exciting time. CABE continues to be a driving force within the built environment; championing professional standards, innovation and industry leadership.
Building design

The crumbling NHS estate

Steve McSorley, Director at Perega, discusses the engineering challenges of a crumbling NHS estate – and what contractors may face when bringing these buildings up to date

CABE News

CABE news

Latest Board co-optees

At any time throughout the calendar year, the CABE Board can invite members to be co-opted to join them on the Board.
CABE news

Member benefit: insurance for BSA

CABE’s insurance partner UKGlobal has provided the Association with a new Professional Information Note (PIN) entitled Building Safety Act 2022 and Professional Indemnity Insurance.

CABE news

CABE’s Presidential walk for charity

On 22 March 2025, CABE President Richard Flynn, CEO Richard Harral and...
CABE news

Outgoing CABE President Richard Flynn bids farewell

All good things must come to an end, and as I write this, my final wel...

CABE news

CABE's new membership director on her plans for the future

Sharon Spice is the new Membership Director at CABE – here she discusses her plans for the role.