Building Safety Shake-Up: New UK Laws Raising the Bar on Fire and Construction Standards
Post-Grenfell reforms are transforming UK construction in 2024–2025. The Building Safety Act, tighter fire regulations, and increased liability demand higher standards, transparency, and sustainability across the industry. This overview unpacks the new responsibilities, legal exposures, and practical changes affecting architects, engineers, and developers.
When Steel Goes Wrong: True Tales of Structural Failures and Lessons Learned
What happens when steel fails? From tragic collapses to engineering embarrassments, this post dives into real-world structural failures, the lessons they teach, and why learning from the past is essential to safer, smarter builds.
2025 Construction Regulations: What’s New and What You Need to Know
Stay ahead of the curve with the key UK construction rule changes coming in 2025 — from new fire safety laws and CE/UKCA updates to sustainability standards and the Future Homes Standard.