Policy & Regulations

Since the publication of the HSE’s approach to enforcement when issues of non-compliance or serious risk are identified, secondary legislation for the in-occupation phase has passed through the parliamentary process.

Professionals working in Building Control in Wales can now go online and register as a Registered Building Inspector (RBI) with the Building Safety Regulator (BSR).

Straightforward in its aim, protracted in its realisation, the Procurement Act 2023 is set to come into force this year. Peter Crush reviews its arduous journey.

CABE explores how the BSA introduces clear accountability for dutyholders working on higher-risk buildings to prove their competence.

After nearly two decades in the building control industry, Mark Tambini FCABE was recently appointed Head of Building Regulations Policy for the Welsh Government. Just weeks into the role, he tells Building Engineer what his priorities are, and how he plans to push the boundaries. 

The New Homes Quality Board (NHQB) has launched the New Homes Quality Code in Northern Ireland.

Principal Accountable Persons (PAPs) and Accountable Persons (APs) must ensure they have met their legal duties under the Building Safety Act 2022 or face enforcement action for non-compliance, the new Building Safety Regulator (BSR) has warned. 

Darragh O’Brien TD, Ireland’s Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, has signed EU (In-Building Physical Infrastructure for High-Speed Electronic Communications) Regulations 2023.

Last month, from 5-6 December, CABE and CIBSE joined forces for a free, two-day technical symposium and exhibition. Here's a round-up of the second day of speakers.

Earlier this month, CABE and CIBSE joined forces for a free, two-day technical symposium and exhibition at London’s ExCel.

We delve into the crucial topic of how we process and maintain higher-risk buildings under the oversight of the Building Safety Regulator.

This special Q&A article explains why the Building Safety Act 2022 was introduced, the changes in relation to dutyholders, and how the changes will impact the role of the new accountable persons.

Ashden’s new policy briefing shows pathways to change for domestic retrofit and examples of regional trailblazers setting best practices for homes across the northeast of England.

Constructionline, the UK procurement and supply chain management platform, has launched a white paper.

The Building Safety Regulator (BSR) has become the building control authority for all HRBs in England.

From April 2024, building control professionals will have to demonstrate their competence and register with the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) to perform building control work in England.

The Building Standards Division of the Scottish government has launched the enforcement and sanctions public consultation (closing on 15 January 2024).

Colin Potter, Technical and Development Manager for Robust Details, offers another approach to Part E and ensuring sound compliance.

Understand how the Building Safety Act is reshaping the standards for those working on higher-risk buildings, ensuring the safety of our built environment.

CABE's Chief Executive, Dr Gavin Dunn, has taken the decision to leave CABE at the end of January 2024.