Podcasts about building safety act

Send us a textThis week we will be talking about the Gateway 2 process introduced by the Building Safety Act 2022.. This episode content meets PC3 - Legal Framework & Processes of the Part 3 Criteria.Resources from today's episode:Websites: https://www.architecture.com/knowledge-and-resources/knowledge-landing-page/why-do-hrb-applications-to-the-building-safety-regulator-failhttps://www.architecture.com/knowledge-and-resources/knowledge-landing-page/what-is-the-bsr-doing-to-ease-delays-in-the-gateway-2-application-processhttps://www.architecture.com/knowledge-and-resources/knowledge-landing-page/building-safety-act-gateway-2-submissions-for-architectsOfficial Legislation & Guidance:https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2023/909/pdfs/uksi_20230909_en.pdfhttps://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2010/2214/pdfs/uksi_20102214_en.pdfhttps://www.gov.uk/guidance/building-control-approval-for-higher-risk-buildingshttps://www.gov.uk/guidance/preparing-information-for-a-building-control-approval-applicationThank you for listening! Please follow me on Instagram @part3withme for weekly content and updates or contact me via email me at part3withme@outlook.com or on LinkedIn. Website: www.part3withme.comJoin me next week for more Part3 With Me time.If you liked this episode please give it a rating to help reach more fellow Part3er's!Support the show

This week we unpack the evolving UK planning landscape. From the implications of Gateway Two and the Building Safety Act to recent updates in the National Planning Policy Framework. Host Katie O'Neill is joined by Chris Benham, Oliver Knight, and Alan McCartney to explore what these changes mean for developers, investors, and the future of urban delivery. They also dive into the shifting role of amenity spaces—why practicality is taking priority over luxury. Plus, don't miss the 'Bullish and Bearish' segment, where the guests share what's driving their optimism or caution in London's housing market. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a textOur latest episode kicks off with the hosts, Sarah, Dan and Deenie discussing listener feedback. With thanks to Tom Sutcliffe of Scape, Max Beilby from Vita Student and Aaron Bailey from Yugo for their input. Also, a big thank you to John Stotter-Marden from Washstation for providing us with facts and details on laundry facilities.We love hearing from our listeners so please continue to send in your thoughts and feedback to hello@housedpodcast.comThe episode also covers;• How thoughtful design elements can transform the twin room experience• Sector terminology: what do we mean by three-quarter beds?• Why laundry facilities are a critical accommodation feature • Marketplace ethics and challenges• Segregating different types of students• Apprenticeship Housing: Opportunities and Concerns inspired by the WONKHE article Plus Bhavini Patel from Howard Kennedy is back in our Ask the Expert feature to answer questions on The Building Safety Act specifically how the act will impact frontline ops staff - thanks to Laura Mathews from Epoch Rebel for her question. Thank you to our season four sponsors:MyStudentHalls - Find your ideal student accommodation across the UK.Utopi - The smart building platform helping real estate owners protect the value of their assets.Washstation - Leading provider of laundry solutions for Communal and Campus living throughout the UK and Ireland. Each week, Sarah Canning, Deenie Lee of The Property Marketing Strategists and Daniel Smith of RESI Consultancy will be delving into a wide variety of subjects and asking the questions that aren't often asked. This podcast is for anyone who works in Student Accommodation, BTR, Co-living, Later Living, university accommodation, Operational Real Estate or Shared Living.Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are the personal views of the individual hosts and guests.

Send us a textEpisode 12 in season 3:Room time share: could this be the answer to creating affordable housing and increasing occupancy?Are subscription-based living models a viable option for the shared living sector?  The lack of representation for PBSA in governance: the need for a collaborative voice  PLUS Bhavini Patel from Howard Kennedy answers your questions on The Building Safety Act in our Ask the Expert feature.Our sponsor for this season, theeword  are true experts in digital marketing specifically for the property sector.We are also delighted that MyStudentHalls are continuing to sponsor the podcast, Mystudenthalls.com - Find your ideal student accommodation across the UK.Each week, Sarah Canning, Deenie Lee of The Property Marketing Strategists and Daniel Smith of RESI Consultancy will be delving into a wide variety of subjects and asking the questions that aren't often asked. This podcast is for anyone who works in Student Accommodation, BTR, Co-living, Later Living, university accommodation, Operational Real Estate or Shared Living.Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are the personal views of the individual hosts and guests.

The UK's Building Safety Act requires high-risk buildings to maintain comprehensive fire safety cases - living documents that identify hazards, mitigate risks, and establish clear accountability for building safety. This is the subject of my discussion with Chris Mayfield and Martyn Ramsden from OFR.• Safety cases differ from fire strategies by being owned by the building's accountable person rather than consultants• The Principal Accountable Person must take responsibility for preventing fire spread and structural failure• Safety cases must document hazards, protective measures, and management systems• The approach draws from lessons in high-hazard industries following disasters like Piper Alpha• Safety cases should follow a logical structure: building description, safety management, hazard identification, safety measures, emergency procedures, and conclusions• Bow tie diagrams help visualise threats, consequences, and barriers in a way all stakeholders can understand• For new buildings, safety cases integrate with the "gateway" approval system• Existing high-risk buildings (over 18m/7 stories with 2+ dwellings) must have safety cases ready for inspection• When properly implemented, safety cases create cultural change by helping everyone understand their role in safety----The Fire Science Show is produced by the Fire Science Media in collaboration with OFR Consultants. Thank you to the podcast sponsor for their continuous support towards our mission.

The first of a new series of discussions on the Today's Conveyancer Podcast, host David Opie is joined by expert legal trainer Ian Quayle of IQ Legal Training, to explore a range of topics around conveyancing. "Transaction Tips" will draw on Ian's extensive experience in and around the property sector discussing important topics conveyancers need to be thinking about. In this first discussion on scoping the retainer, Ian shares his expertise of what to include, and more importantly, what not to include in client retainers. The retainers establishes our relationship with the client and starts to create and manage expectations.He also explores best practice around ensuring retainers remain under review; and the firm have evidence on file the client has read and understood it. In the ever-changing world of conveyancing; and with issues like Building Safety Act and the upcoming changes to TA6 Protocol Forms, it's more important than ever to ensure retainers remain as relevant and up to date as possible. Ian warns firms against what he describes as "retainer creep"; an issue where a firm ends up doing something as part of the transaction they expressly exclude from the retainer; using the example of a boundary query. In such cases firms must expand the retainer or end up at risk of liability. Ian will be back throughout the rest of the year with more Transaction Tips on the Today's Conveyancer Podcast. For information about the training Ian runs please visit www.todaysmedia.co.uk/todays-legal-training.The Today's Conveyancer podcast can be found on your preferred podcast provider and also at www.todaysconveyancer.co.uk. Subscribe and listen in for all the latest conveyancing industry news and views. Thank you to our podcast sponsors PEXA and VacantC Legal Recruitment.

This month's guest is Civic Engineers associate director Sam Harland who talks to host Rob Hakimian about the Building Safety Act 2022 and how it is changing the way that engineers are working. They talk about how it has introduced new processes, particularly for structural engineers like Harland, with the tightening of design competency requirements, the introduction of the gateway process and the creation of the Golden Thread for buildings. The discussion particularly focuses on what this means for works on existing buildings and how engineers now have to carry out extensive investigations to uncover their structural health and history. Harland also provides insight on how implementation of the Act has been difficult and how it might drive the future of the sector. Prior to the interview portion, Rob is joined by NCE senior reporters Thomas Johnson and Tom Pashby to discuss some of the reporting they have been doing on the Havant Thicket Reservoir, water quality in the River Thames and the protracted consenting process for the Aquind Interconnector.  

In this week's podcast, we look at changes to limitation periods under the Defective Premises Act 1972 and Building Act 1984 made by the Building Safety Act (BSA) 2022. 

In this episode, we pinpoint the business trends and legal issues that will shape the UK’s construction landscape in 2025. From challenges and risks to opportunities and innovations, our expert panel covers a range of ground. Insolvency risk. Legislative developments. Labour shortages. Difficulties like these made 2024 a challenging year for many in the UK’s construction sector. So what can we expect in 2025? In this episode, we tackle a number of topics. Ashurst colleagues Sadia McEvoy, Chris Whitehouse and Matt Pearson discuss the still-unfolding impacts of the Building Safety Act, the warning signs of construction insolvencies, the sector’s bid to meet net-zero targets, how modular construction might address productivity and labour issues, the legislative changes to watch, and the potential upside of more collaborative procurement strategies. To hear this episode search for “Ashurst Legal Outlook” on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast player. And to find out more about the full range of Ashurst podcasts, visit ashurst.com/podcasts. The information provided is not intended to be a comprehensive review of all developments in the law and practice, or to cover all aspects of those referred to. Listeners should take legal advice before applying it to specific issues or transactions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seven years on from the Grenfell Tower Fire that claimed 72 lives on 14 June 2017, the disappointing blame game that has arisen in the built environment has delivered one sobering home truth – the lack of accountability, leadership and responsibility in the sector. This latest, two-part feature of the BE Sustainable follows on from our previous conversation with UCEM's Vice Chancellor Ashley Wheaton on the purpose of the built environment. This month, Mike Speight is joined by Dame Judith Hackitt and Marc Fleming, and together they dive deeper into how this lack of uniform identity is playing out in the industry today. This episode explores the challenge the sector faces in balancing the demands of clients, the requirements of regulation and the needs of end users, and how the latter should be at the forefront of all construction and build environment professionals' minds. The topics discussed in this episode include:- Does the built environment understand its purpose and its responsibility? And if not, what is this purpose?- How do we balance the demands of the client with the needs of society, all whilst conforming with regulation?- How can we encourage the sector to think more about the end user?- Is it possible to bring about broad, holistic change in the sector?Listen to the podcast via: - Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ucem/id1524980861- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Czk2mZlZmknjUZfwLmLTa - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/universitycollegeofestatemanagement Guests:Dame Judith HackittDame Judith is a chemical engineer by training. Spent her early career working in the chemicals industry, both in manufacturing and as an advocate for the industry at national and international levels. She's a former President of the Institution of Chemical Engineers and a Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering. Throughout her career, she has championed the importance of engineering and delivering solutions which provide benefits to society, and has been a role model, particularly for young women wanting to enter the profession. From 2007 to 2016, she was chair of the UK's Health and Safety Executive, and in 2017 conducted an independent review for the UK government into building regulations and fire safety in the wake of the Grenfell Tower disaster. Since publishing her final report in 2018, she's continued to press for regulatory change and for industry culture change, and a recommendation for radical reform of the regulatory system received royal assent in the Building Safety Act 2022.Marc FlemingMarc is Programme Leader for the BSc (Hons) Architectural Design Technology programme at UCEM and a Chartered Architectural Technologist. He has extensive experience in industry, secondary, further and higher education, teaching and management, as well as running his own consultancy practice. Additionally, he's a member of the Institute of Innovation and Knowledge Exchange. He's actively involved in a range of working groups and networks, all of them supporting the transformation of industry and skills and training opportunities.

Seven years on from the Grenfell Tower Fire that claimed 72 lives on 14 June 2017, the disappointing blame game that has arisen in the built environment has delivered one sobering home truth – the lack of accountability, leadership and responsibility in the sector. This latest, two-part feature of the BE Sustainable follows on from our previous conversation with UCEM's Vice Chancellor Ashley Wheaton on the purpose of the built environment. This month, Mike Speight is joined by Dame Judith Hackitt and Marc Fleming, and together they dive deeper into how this lack of uniform identity is playing out in the industry today. This episode explores the challenge the sector faces in balancing the demands of clients, the requirements of regulation and the needs of end users, and how the latter should be at the forefront of all construction and build environment professionals' minds. The topics discussed in this episode include:- Does the built environment understand its purpose and its responsibility? And if not, what is this purpose?- How do we balance the demands of the client with the needs of society, all whilst conforming with regulation?- How can we encourage the sector to think more about the end user?- Is it possible to bring about broad, holistic change in the sector?Listen to the podcast via: - Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ucem/id1524980861- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Czk2mZlZmknjUZfwLmLTa - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/universitycollegeofestatemanagement Guests:Dame Judith HackittDame Judith is a chemical engineer by training. Spent her early career working in the chemicals industry, both in manufacturing and as an advocate for the industry at national and international levels. She's a former President of the Institution of Chemical Engineers and a Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering. Throughout her career, she has championed the importance of engineering and delivering solutions which provide benefits to society, and has been a role model, particularly for young women wanting to enter the profession. From 2007 to 2016, she was chair of the UK's Health and Safety Executive, and in 2017 conducted an independent review for the UK government into building regulations and fire safety in the wake of the Grenfell Tower disaster. Since publishing her final report in 2018, she's continued to press for regulatory change and for industry culture change, and a recommendation for radical reform of the regulatory system received royal assent in the Building Safety Act 2022.Marc FlemingMarc is Programme Leader for the BSc (Hons) Architectural Design Technology programme at UCEM and a Chartered Architectural Technologist. He has extensive experience in industry, secondary, further and higher education, teaching and management, as well as running his own consultancy practice. Additionally, he's a member of the Institute of Innovation and Knowledge Exchange. He's actively involved in a range of working groups and networks, all of them supporting the transformation of industry and skills and training opportunities.

Emma Humphreys and Laura Bushaway are joined by Guy Fetherstonhaugh KC and Imogen Dodds of Falcon Chambers to look at what lies ahead for property law during 2025.  Themes discussed include the Law Commission's consultation on the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954, upcoming appeals related to the Building Safety Act 2022 in March 2025 and an interesting case on injunctions against protestors. The cases and legislation referred to in this episode of Property Patter are: Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 (and Guy refers to TFS Stores Ltd v. BMG (Ashford) Ltd & Ors [2021] EWCA Civ 688 – see TFS Stores Ltd v Designer Retail Outlet Centres (Mansfield) General Partner: The end of the road | Falcon Chambers) Leisurespace v. CRT Property Investments – Newcastle-Upon-Tyne Crown Court – Hearing in February 2025 University of London v. Harvie-Clark [2024] EWHC 2895 – Final Injunction to be heard in 2025 (relating to protestors) Building Safety Act 2022 Adriatic Land 5 Limited v. Long Leaseholders at Hippersley Point [2023] UKUT 271 – Court of Appeal hearing on 17 March 2025 Triathlon Homes LLP v. Stratford Village Development Partnership & Others [2024] UKFTT 26 – Court of Appeal hearing on 19 March 2025 Other references: Forthcoming book “Injunctions protecting land” by Falcon Chambers (due for publication later in 2025) The 50th anniversary of the Blundell Lecture series – this is an annual series of four lectures discussing topical issues in Property Law. Guy Fetherstonhaugh KC will be speaking at one of the lectures taking place in June 2025.  The dates for 2025 are 3, 10, 17 and 24 June.

EG's legal & professional editor Jess Harrold is joined by court reporter James Lumley to count down the 10 most significant property and planning law judgments handed down during 2024. Their carefully curated list includes such classic staples as forfeiture and the right to manage, major developments in the law of nuisance, and hot topic of recent years including restructuring plans and the Building Safety Act 2022. Not only that, but the year's cases touch on two of the most famous (and well visited) locations in all of the UK. And, if that isn't enough, there is also Weetabix.

Part two of our fabulous three part episode of The Property Finance Podcast with Uliana Kuzmis, an expert in development finance, is now live!! Uliana shares her invaluable insights on key topics, including the Building Safety Act 2022 and the importance of a good cashflow forecast. Just like part one, this episode is packed with expert tips and advice. Tune in now to catch the next part of this interview, still with one more to come. Also available to watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/4HCEHy84YNo ▶︎ Website - www.thepropertyfinancecollective.co.uk ▶︎ The Host - With a passion for creative finance and the ability to structure deals for Finance, I love helping first time Developers and Investors to get deals packaged for the finance needed to push Property Careers forward, and to date I have raised over £250 million for Developers and Investors I first got into property at the age of 18 when I got into Conveyancing straight out of school. I then went into Estate Agency, back into Conveyancing and I then got into brokering at the age of 22. I decided a year and a half later that I wanted to work for myself and try and shake up the market place! At the age of 24 I set up The Property Finance Guy and became the youngest owner of a Commercial Finance Brokerage in the Country, and alongside this I now also have a successful Training Company, educating Investor and Developers on how to raise finance, and a successful Podcast. I am a keen public speaker and have delivered training and speeches to over 1000 investors and developers over the past 2 years. Follow Michael: ▶︎ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thepropfinguy/ ▶︎ Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thepropertyfinanceguy/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ▶︎ LinkedIn - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-primrose-886a365b/?originalSubdomain=uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Listen to the Podcast on: ▶︎ Apple Podcasts - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-property-finance-podcast/id1448207494⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ▶︎ Spotify - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/7JiDtm7hc0EfSW9LjCXDaO⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ▶︎ YouTube - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youtube.com/@thepropertyfinanceguy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ▶︎ Disclaimer - With the market changing so quickly, the content could be out of date at the time of listening. This Content is for informational purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice.

Colin Blatchford-Brown is the director of Blatchford Brown Ltd and the former operational policy lead for gateways and building control at the Health and Safety Executive. He is a Registered Building Inspector (Class 3G, 3H). This podcast deals with the issue of the regulatory requirements under the Building Safety Act, specifically looking at the role of Registered Building Inspectors and Registered Building Control Approvers, as well as Building Regulations as they relate to the Building Safety Act. Hosted by Austin Williams www.futurecities.org.uk

The Grenfell Tower tragedy has triggered a Public Inquiry (which just published their final report), and concurrently - a review of the UK Building Regulations and Fire Safety. The latter task was given to Dame Judith Hackitt, a former Head of the Health and Safety Executive and a chemical engineer. In this interview Dame Judith Hackitt lends her voice to a pressing dialogue on fire safety reform following the Grenfell Tower tragedy. She uncovers the systemic flaws that allowed such a disaster to occur and stresses the urgent need for a cultural shift in safety practices, beyond mere regulatory compliance. By dissecting the UK's Building Safety Act, we discuss the prioritization of life safety over property protection, particularly within vulnerable residential zones. This conversation not only addresses disparities between residential and commercial building regulations but urges a reevaluation of how safety standards are applied globally.The episode further explores the inadequacy of outdated fire safety frameworks in the context of modern architecture. Dame Hackitt provides insights into the necessity of involving competent fire engineers early in the design process and the importance of a holistic approach to fire risk assessment. With a new regulatory regime shifting responsibility onto duty holders, the onus is on architects, constructors, and engineers to prove safety from the onset. We highlight the growing demand for skilled fire safety professionals and the need for collaboration and transparency, setting a performance-based precedent for future safety measures.As we navigate these necessary changes, the discussion underscores the broader implications for the construction industry, including architects, designers, and product manufacturers. We delve into the challenges of adopting a new regulatory mindset, inspired by global practices and insights from esteemed reviews. Dame Hackett's perspectives advocate for industry-led guidance and innovation, stressing the potential for alliances to drive the evolution of fire safety standards. This transformative dialogue serves as a clarion call for heightened accountability and a collective pursuit of excellence within the construction landscape.If you would like to learn about the regulatory review, please read the Dame Hackitt's final report.If you would like a scientific commentary to this review, please refer to this paper by Spinardi and Law.Some of the changes to the regulatory system were also discussed in the Episode 102 of the Fire Science Show about the changing role of architects in the system.----The Fire Science Show is produced by the Fire Science Media in collaboration with OFR Consultants. Thank you to the podcast sponsor for their continuous support towards our mission.

In this episode, Peter Thomas and Allan Binns explore the evolving landscape of construction safety. They delve into the impact of the Building Safety Act, the role of digital tools in streamlining safety processes, and how data is shaping the future of safety outcomes. Key topics include accident statistics, behavioral safety challenges, the importance of communication in construction, and the need for better standardization in risk assessments. The conversation highlights how the industry must adapt, using technology and AI to mitigate risks and improve safety standards. Key Takeaways: The Building Safety Act is driving a cultural shift in construction. Digital tools can boost safety efficacy by reducing administrative tasks. Accident statistics in construction have plateaued, prompting the need for fresh strategies. Behavioral safety is key to preventing accidents. Data management is critical for improving safety outcomes. Standardization in risk assessments enhances safety practices. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction02:36 Building Safety Act's Impact05:14 Construction Accident Statistics08:15 Digital Tools in Safety11:12 Behavioral Safety17:02 Risk Assessment & Mitigation27:20 Navigating Building Safety Regulations30:47 Standardization in Safety Practices32:52 The Future of Safety Data40:37 Data and Safety Communication46:26 Improving Risk Assessment Processes #BuildingSafetyAct #ConstructionSafety #DigitalTools #AccidentStatistics #SafetyTechnology #RiskAssessment The Future of Construction Safety: Building Safety Act, Digital Tools & Data Management In this episode, Peter Thomas and Allan Binns dive into the evolving world of construction safety, discussing the implications of the Building Safety Act and the rise of digital tools in safety management. They examine accident statistics, the importance of behavioral safety, and the critical role data plays in enhancing safety outcomes. The conversation touches on the future of safety technology, the need for better communication across teams, and the importance of standardizing risk assessments for more effective safety practices. Key Topics: The cultural shift brought by the Building Safety Act How digital tools improve safety efficiency The plateau of accident statistics in construction Behavioral safety and its role in preventing accidents The need for detailed data in risk assessment and safety communication #ConstructionSafety #BuildingSafetyAct #SafetyData #RiskAssessment #SafetyTech

Jon speaks with Tom Lewith, a chartered architect and co-founder of New-works, about the challenges and transformations in the field of architecture. Tom discusses the closure of his previous practice, TDO, and the reasons behind starting New-works with a focus on specialisation, collaboration, wellbeing, and sustainability. They delve into the industry's pressing issues like climate change, mental health, the Building Safety Act, and the impact of AI. Tom shares insights on creating a structured and fulfilling workday, emphasising the need for specialisation and collaboration in architecture to handle these challenges. The conversation also touches upon personal passions and the importance of maintaining a work-life balance.Today's Guest...Tom Lewith is a Chartered Architect and co-founder of New-works. Prior to New-works he co-founded and ran TDO, a leading all-services architecture studio. The success of the practice and its work led to Tom being named in The Architects' Journal ‘40 under 40', and the studio featuring in the Architecture Foundation's ‘New Architects 3'. Big issues affecting the industry like climate change, mental health, AI, and the Building Safety Act demand fundamental change. So in 2024 Tom co-founded New-works to explore a new way of working based on the principles of specialism, collaboration, wellbeing and sustainability.Episode Highlights...00:00 Introduction00:56 Meet Tom Lewith: Architect and Innovator03:12 Tom's Journey into Architecture04:34 The Rise and Fall of TDO06:52 Challenges in the Architecture Industry11:42 The Birth of New-works16:52 Specialisation and Collaboration in Architecture24:02 Stagnation in Architecture Practices25:39 Embracing Change and Specialisation27:02 The Power of Saying No31:05 Introducing New-works31:33 NewWorks' Unique Approach to Architecture33:05 Structuring the Workday for Creativity36:59 Reflecting on the Evolution of Work Practices40:49 Final Thoughts and Takeaways43:45 A Personal Favorite Place45:03 Connecting with Tom LewithKey Takeaways...Specialisation and Collaboration: - Tom Lewith's approach with New-works highlights the importance of focusing on what you are passionate about and specialising in your strengths. By concentrating on the early stages of architecture (from initial client engagement to early design), New-works creates space for creativity and efficiency. Collaborating with partners who excel in other stages of a project ensures that the entire process is handled by experts, leading to better outcomes and more sustainable practice.Structured Workday for Better Productivity: - Implementing a structured workday is crucial for maintaining productivity and mental health. New Works starts their day with non-work activities to prepare mentally and physically, then dedicates a specific time block (10 AM to 2 PM) for deep work without interruptions. This focused period allows for significant progress on creative tasks, followed by a more flexible part of the day for emails, meetings, and other communications. This balance helps reduce anxiety and ensure a productive and enjoyable workday.The Power of Saying “No”: - To create a sustainable and profitable architecture practice, it is essential to say "no" to projects and clients that do not align with your core strengths and passions. By focusing on what they do best, architects can deliver higher quality work and maintain their enthusiasm for their projects. Saying no also helps define your unique value proposition, making it easier to attract the right clients and opportunities that match your expertise.Links Mentioned In The Episode...Learn more about New Works >

Leasehold Property Owners MUST Watch This! Housing Market Update Leasehold Reform Act Passes into law. Join me online on my free live money management training Wednesday at 7.00PM. Places are limited, so register now Click: https://bit.ly/3QPp8IH The UK leasehold system has long been a contentious issue, and many argue it's one of the biggest scams in history. The current system, which dates back to feudal times, sees homeowners purchasing property but not the land it stands on. Instead, they lease the land from a freeholder, often for 99 years or more.  Watch on my Money Tips YouTube channel video - https://youtu.be/i9WAY0qrt0U In theory, this feudal relic has reformed by the Leasehold Reform (Ground Rent) Act which was passed into law by Parliament and granted the ‘Royal Assent' on 24 May 2024, just before it was closed for the forthcoming election. But many feel it has been watered down from its original aims. Read the Act in full - https://bills.parliament.uk/bills/3523/publications  Leasehold Reform Act Summary An Act to prohibit the grant or assignment of certain new long residential leases of houses, To amend the rights of tenants under long residential leases to acquire the freeholds of their houses, To extend the leases of their houses or flats, and  To collectively enfranchise or manage the buildings containing their flats,  To give such tenants the right to reduce the rent payable under their leases to a peppercorn,  To regulate the relationship between residential landlords and tenants,  To regulate residential estate management,  To regulate rent charges and to amend the Building Safety Act 2022 in connection with the remediation of building defects and the insolvency of persons who have repairing obligations relating to certain kinds of buildings. The new law will be good news for most leaseholders, especially those holding short leases. Summary of benefits to leaseholders known as tenants. New rights for leasehold tenants to acquire their freehold; under the new legislation it will be cheaper and easier for tenants to buy a share of their freehold Tenants will no longer have to pay their freeholder's costs when making an enfranchisement claim. Selling new houses on a leasehold basis will be banned in England and Wales (save for in very specific circumstances) All new houses sold will be on a freehold basis. Standard lease extension terms will now increase to 990 years for both houses and flats (was previously 50 years for houses and 90 years for flats). The new legislation will mean that ‘marriage value' will not be split with a freeholder.  Marriage value is the hypothetical profit resulting from the extension of a short lease (being one with less than 80 years remaining). However, deferment and capitalisation rates still need to be set (and will be prescribed when the Act is brought into force).  The deferment rate is the figure used to calculate how much compensation a tenant pays to their landlord when extending the term of their lease. It is a crucial element in calculating the premium an owner must pay to extend their lease (or to secure a share of the freehold) and ultimately any change in the rate could be more costly for those with more than 80 years left to run on their leases where they are seeking to extend. Tenants will no longer have to own a property for 2 years (as per the Leasehold Reform Act 1967) before extension of a lease can be applied for, meaning extensions can be obtained from completion of a purchase. Enfranchisement for semicommercial properties will change from 25% to 50%. It has not possible to enfranchise a building which had over 25% of commercial parts; the new Act will qualify more buildings permitting leaseholders a greater opportunity to purchase the freehold or access the Right to Manage.  Service charges and insurance Landlords will now have to demand Service charges in a standard form and provide more clarity. Tenants will have the right to challenge unreasonable charges. A new ban on commissions made on insurance by freeholders and/or managing agents and more transparency on fees for placing insurance. Management of buildings The legislation will require those freeholders who manage any buildings to belong to a redress scheme enabling leaseholders to challenge charges. Section 24 Landlord Tax Hike Interview with Chartered Accountant and property tax specialist who reveals options and solutions to move your properties from your own name into a limited company or LLP whilst mitigating the potential HMRC pitfalls. Email charles@charleskelly.net for a free consultation on how to deal with Section 24. Watch video now: https://youtu.be/aMuGs_ek17s 3 Steps To Success Financial Freedom And Money Management! I want to take you to the next level, help you get control of your money, learn how to invest and become financially free.  Join me online on my free live money management training Wednesday at 7.00PM.  Places are limited, so register now below to avoid disappointment. https://bit.ly/3QPp8IH #finance #moneytraining #moneymanagement #wealth #money #marketing #sales #debt #leverage #property #investment #LeaseholdReform #PropertyScam #Homeownership #UKHousingCrisis #FreeholderAbuse #LeaseholdScandal #moneymanagement #financialfreedom #section24tax #landlord 

In this episode, Construction, Engineering and Projects Partner Michael O'Connor is joined by Melanie Hardingham and Richard Flenley to discuss some of the key issues being seen in practice following the bringing into law of the Building Safety Act 2022 and its associated regulations, both in the design and construction, and occupation phases. Melanie is an Associate in the Construction, Engineering and Projects team and discusses the key impacts on the design and construction phases. Richard is a Partner in the Real Estate Disputes team and co-leads the firm's Building Safety Team with Michael.  In this Property Patter he focusses on some of the key issues he is seeing in connection with in-occupation Higher-Risk Buildings. All three discuss the future and what is coming on the horizon, as well as drawing together some of the strands from the first two episodes in this miniseries and providing some commentary on the challenges to be faced in the months and years ahead.

Can the corporate veil be protected? In our latest podcast, Kate Wilson, a Professional Support Consultant in our London Real Estate team, is joined by Alex Wright, a Senior Associate in our Corporate Real Estate team, and Somers Brewin, Vice-President in the Transactional Risk team at Lockton, to discuss the potential liabilities that can arise on corporate acquisitions pursuant to the Building Safety Act 2022, and the ways in which the insurance market is adapting to address these risks.

This week we will be discussing how the industry has been coping with the Building Safet Act 1 year on with Max Meadows & Connor Mcllroy from Project Four Safety. We will be covering how the industry has handled the new regime, initial views on the gateway system, competence and how clients and contractors have also found the process. Project Four Safety offer CDM Advisor Services, Principal Designer Support, Contractor Safety Services, Health & Safety Training and Asbestos Management Consultancy . You can find more details on  their website & follow them on instagram:https://www.projectfoursafety.com/https://www.instagram.com/projectfour_cdm/You can contact Max & Connor via email:Max Meadows: max@projectfoursafety.com Connor Mcllroy: connor@projectfoursafety.comMax & Connor also provided some reading material that can be accessed here:https://maska810-my.sharepoint.com/:f:/r/personal/maria_maskarchitects_co_uk/Documents/Episode%20113%20Resources?csf=1&web=1&e=GxF5nhhttps://www.gov.uk/guidance/manage-a-building-control-application-for-a-higher-risk-buildingThank you for listening! Please join me next week for more Part3 With Me time.If you liked this episode please give it a rating to help reach more fellow Part3er's!

The Building Safety Act 2022 brought with it a tide of new regulations and legal requirements for owners and occupiers of properties with a residential element. The vast majority of the Act is now in full force and effect in England and there are obligations for all occupiers of tall mixed use buildings – even those with purely commercial premises in such properties. If you're an owner or manager, do you know your safety case from your building assessment certificate, or your engagement strategy from your mandatory occurrence reporting? If you occupy commercial premises in a mixed use building, do you know how you could be affected by the Act?

In this episode, Real Estate Disputes Partner Richard Flenley is joined by Michael O'Connor and Oliver Park to discuss Remediation Contribution Orders (RCOs) and Building Liability Orders (BLOs), potentially powerful new causes of action introduced by the Building Safety Act 2022.  Michael in a Partner in the Construction, Engineering and Projects team and discusses BLOs, and the potential implications going forward of BLOs and RCOs for corporate structures and development.  Oliver is an Associate in the Real Estate Disputes team and in this Property Patter focuses in on RCOs, and some of the differences between RCOs and BLOs.  The episode also discusses the key decision of Triathlon Homes LLP, the background to the decision and the significance of the same.  Lastly, Michael and Oliver share their thoughts on how RCOs and BLOs may be used in the future.

In this latest episode of the Today's Conveyancer Podcast host David Opie discusses the challenges firms face with the Building Safety Act (BSA). Liz Ramsden and Hannah Page, Senior Associate and Associate respectively at law firm Knights who have immersed themselves in all things Building Safety Act and now act on behalf of Knights in matters where the BSA applies; and have also worked with other conveyancing and property law firms to support them.Liz and Hannah explore what the key issues are, not least of which is whether the property actually comes under the scope of the act. It is, says Liz, a hugely complex piece of legislation. Every property is different and each transaction must be taken on its own merits. It can also be difficult to establish where liability sits with regards the landlord or developer. Hannah concurs, adding that even determining the height of the building is a critical element that conveyancers should be seeking external advise on from surveyors.It is also common for leaseholder deed of certificates and and landlord certificates to be incorrectly completed; and some lenders won't lend on non-qualifying leasesThe list of woes continues; the BSA is open to interpretation and getting it wrong could have catastrophic consequences for individuals and firms,  Advice in many cases is to obtain guidance from counsel but this tends to increase costs.What is apparent is the attitude of professional indemnity insurers toward transactions involving the BSA, which has been understandably risk-averse.  Knights have actively engaged to demonstrate expertise, procedures, policies, disclaimers, enquiries and retainers which have been agreed between the firm and PI insurers to enable them to do their work on BSA. Critically, they have been clear on what they will, and will not, undertake as part of their work. This wide ranging discussion explores the challenges presented by BSA, the interim updates which make the act more workable, and some practical advice on how firms can address BSA related issues with transactions.The Today's Conveyancer podcast can be found on your preferred podcast provider and also at www.todaysconveyancer.co.uk. Subscribe and listen in for all the latest conveyancing industry news and views.

In this episode, Construction Partner Michael O'Connor is joined by Melanie Hardingham and Sylwia Jatczak to reflect on the anniversary of the introduction of the Building Safety Act 2022 and discuss the key regulatory changes brought about since that date.   Melanie in an Associate in the Construction, Engineering and Projects team and provides a useful insight into the new statutory landscape for the Higher Risk Buildings at the construction stage.  Sylwia is an Associate in the Real Estate Disputes team and sets out the changes introduced by the Act in respect of the Higher Risk Buildings in occupation.   They discuss the new concepts, definitions, requirements and procedures introduced by the Act and look at the implementation process of the new statutory framework.  Finally, they shed light on the most recent changes to the Act introduced on 6 April 2024 and their impact on the main stakeholders of the Higher Risk Buildings, both in construction and in occupation. 

In this episode, we discuss the legal risks and commercial difficulties for construction contractors who supply services to a company that enters insolvency. Geopolitical turmoil. Inflation. Brexit. A pandemic. Conditions were already complicated enough for contractors before the current spate of insolvencies among UK construction companies. In this episode, we explore the legal and commercial ramifications for contractors who supply services to companies that face insolvency. Ashurst colleagues Tom Duncan, Ru-Woei Foong and Inga West discuss the meaning of “ipso facto” in an insolvency context and, in particular, UK laws which restrict a supplier of goods or services to a company from terminating supply when the company goes into insolvency. They also explain how and when a contractor can protect their position and pursue outstanding payments, and they discuss circumstances that could enable a supplier to terminate the contract. The trio emphasise the importance of contractors engaging early with insolvency practitioners to clarify their position and weigh up their options. And they discuss the Building Safety Act and potential liability in relation to developers and their holding structures – a particularly acute challenge with older or more mature developments. To make sure you don't miss the next episodes in this mini-series, subscribe to Ashurst Legal Outlook on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. The information provided is not intended to be a comprehensive review of all developments in the law and practice, or to cover all aspects of those referred to. Listeners should take legal advice before applying it to specific issues or transactions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 36 of the Fire Safety Matters Podcast features exclusive interviews with regular contributor Warren Spencer (managing director at Blackhurst Budd Solicitors), Terry Edge (independent expert and consultant on furniture fire safety) and David Fitzpatrick, general manager in the UK for SMAY Ventilation Systems. In conversation with Mark Sennett (the CEO of Western Business Media and the founder of Fire Safety Matters), Warren Spencer references a News story published online by Fire Safety Matters last December in which a prosecution case launched against a fire risk assessor and his company collapsed after it was discovered that the fire risk assessment upon which the prosecution was based was not in fact the original document. Brian hears from former civil servant Terry Edge who, between 2004 and 2016, served as the lead official on the Furniture and Furnishings (Fire) (Safety) Regulations 1988 at what is now the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy. Terry offers his thought-provoking views on what needs to happen next in the domain of furniture fire safety. Since November 2023, David Fitzpatrick has served Poland-based SMAY Ventilation Systems as general manager of UK operations. David is tasked with leading on project design and systems implementation for both HVAC and smoke protection solutions, driving business growth through new UK approaches to keeping evacuation routes safe thanks to pressure differential systems. During the interview with Brian, David looks at changes brought forward by the Building Safety Act 2022 and also outlines the company's participation in this year's edition of The Fire Safety Event at the NEC in April. As always, Brian and Mark analyse some of the latest major industry news stories. There's comment on the Building Engineering Services Association's views relating to high-risk buildings, repeated concerns expressed by Local Authority Building Control over building control capacity, the second fire remediation report on fire safety in English social housing and developments ahead of both Fire Safety Matters Live (Coventry) and the Fire and Security Matters Awards 2024.

This week we will be talking about the role of the Approved Inspector under the new Building Safety Act. This episode content meets PC3 - Legal Framework & Processes of the Part 3 Criteria.Resources from today's episode:Websites:https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/changes-to-the-building-control-profession-and-the-building-control-process-for-approved-inspectors/consultation-for-changes-to-the-building-control-profession-and-the-building-control-process-for-approved-inspectors-in-future-to-be-known-as-registe#:~:text=The Building Safety Act 2022 provides for registered building control,registered building control approver regime.https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2022/30/part/3/crossheading/building-control-approvers-and-building-inspectors/enactedhttps://press.hse.gov.uk/2023/07/17/building-safety-regulator-announces-first-step-towards-regulating-the-building-control-profession/Thank you for listening! Please follow me on Instagram @part3withme for weekly content and updates. Join me next week for more Part3 With Me time.If you liked this episode please give it a rating to help reach more fellow Part3er's!

In this episode, Jon hosts Architecture Business Club with guest James Talman, CEO of the National Federation of Roofing Contractors and Competent Roofer. They delve into the intricacies of roofing in architectural designs and how architects can minimise risks to ensure that their next roof is designed and built properly. James also shares important information about the NFRC's crucial role in enhancing technical excellence in roofing, elevating industry standards, and offering free resources. The discussion further explores the Building Safety Act and how the industry is preparing to implement it to ensure safety and professionalism.Today's Guest...James Talman is the CEO of the National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC) and CompetentRoofer. Since 2016, James has led a transformation focused on enhancing technical excellence in roofing and elevating industry standards. He's played a key role in partnerships, including CITB's RoofCERT accreditation programme, and represents the NFRC globally, fostering connections with roofing bodies in China, Germany, USA, and Canada. James, a board member of Build UK, balances his professional life with a passion for sports and the outdoors.Episode Highlights...00:53 Introduction to the Guest - James Talman01:39 Personal Interests and Hobbies03:23 Understanding the National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC)06:29 Benefits of Working with NFRC Registered Contractors08:41 Understanding the Competent Roofer Scheme10:27 How NFRC Can Assist Architecture Practices15:32 Reducing Risks and Ensuring Compliance20:09 Understanding the Building Safety Act24:49 Career Opportunities in Roofing26:16 Personal Travel Experiences27:34 Connecting with NFRC Online28:31 Conclusion and Preview of Next EpisodeKey Takeaways...

Emma Humphreys and Laura Bushaway are joined by Guy Fetherstonhaugh KC and Daniel Black of Falcon Chambers to look at what lies ahead for property law during 2024 – including areas of the Building Safety Act 2022 which need further clarifying, rights of way involving electric gates and whether the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 needs amendment.  We also debate some areas of law which are in need of change. The cases and legislation referred to in this episode of Property Patter are: Building Safety Act 2022 Adriatic Land 5 Limited v. Long Leaseholders at Hippersley Point [2023] UKUT 271 Bradley & Anor v. Heslin & Anor [2014] EWHC 3267 Bradley & Anor v. Heslin & Anor [2015] EWHC 3950 (costs) Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 S Franses Limited v. Cavendish Hotel (London) Limited [2018] UKSC 62 Clipper Logistics Plc v. Scottish Equitable lc (Unreported, County Court at Shefffield, 7 March 2022) The book referenced during this podcast is “Show Me the Bodies” by Peter Apps – details can be found here.

Jess Harrold is joined by Rebecca Francis, associate director at Osborne Clarke, to discuss the most significant decision yet under the Building Safety Act 2022: Triathlon Homes LLP v Stratford Village Development Partnership and others, involving remediation of cladding that poses a fire safety risk at five residential blocks in the former Olympic Village in east London. Francis talks through the various parties involved and the remediation contribution order applied for, and explains how the First-tier Tribunal made its decision on where the responsibility for footing the bill for remediation works should lie. According to Francis, the decision really "shines a light" on the importance of the 2022 Act and its implications may come as a "bit of a shock" in particular for building owners and landlords that were not involved in the construction of a relevant building.  

Tom Weld, a solicitor and director of the Construction and Engineering team at the law practice of Burges Salmon explores the role of the Accountable Person under The Building Safety Act, the nature of competence, the determination periods at the Gateway 2 and 3, and the Building Regulations etc. (Amendment) (England) Regulations 2023. Hosted by Austin Williams www.futurecities.org.uk

Sarah Jackman and Jess Harrold count down EG's official list of the most important property law cases of the year - featuring a strong showing from the Supreme Court in what has been a busy 2023 for the highest court. The cases covered include major developments in planning, service charges, the growing impact of the Building Safety Act 2022 and the law of nuisance – but what will take the coveted number one slot?

This episode looks specifically at one of the new safe environments quality statements under the key question of safe. Recap of the Acts and how they have changedSection 156 of the Building Safety Act 2022 

Sarah Jackman is joined by Guy Fetherstonhaugh KC, barrister at Falcon Chambers, to discuss the legislative developments that have had the biggest effect during 2023. Fetherstonhaugh addresses the continuing "huge impact" of the Building Safety Act 2022, which has continued to sire a stream of secondary legislation this year, and is beginning to lead to a number of cases. Turning to residential reform, he addresses proposals in the Renters (Reform) Bill and the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill. In addition, Fetherstonhaugh tackles the implications for landlords of the recently enacted Levelling-up and Regeneration Act 2023, and the massive significance of the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standard regulations. But what are his thoughts on continuing litigation under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 and its upcoming scrutiny by the Law Commission - and what legislative change would he most like to find in his Christmas stocking?

Ashurst colleagues Alison Murrin and Richard Vernon pinpoint the legal trends and issues to watch out for in the UK's real estate sector in 2024.  Landmark legislation. Regulatory reform. Energy efficiency policy. In this episode, we take you on a whistlestop tour of 2024 in just 20 minutes – picking out the issues that will dominate the headlines in the UK's real estate sector. Your tour guides are Ashurst's Alison Murrin and Richard Vernon. Together they discuss a surprise shift in energy efficiency policy, the possible impacts of COP28, delays to the biodiversity net-gain target, rejected proposals on nutrient neutrality and the challenges of unlocking stalled developments. The legislative tour also takes in the Energy Act, the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill, the Renters Reform Bill, and the Levelling Up and Regeneration Act, before concluding with a look at the Building Safety Act. To make sure you don't miss any episodes of Ashurst Legal Outlook in 2024, subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. The information provided is not intended to be a comprehensive review of all developments in the law and practice, or to cover all aspects of those referred to. Listeners should take legal advice before applying it to specific issues or transactions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week is Part 2 on everything we know so far on the Building Safety Act. This episode content meets PC1 - Professionalism, PC2 - Clients, Users & Delivery of Services & PC3 - Legal Framework & Processes  of the Part 3 Criteria.Resources from today's episode:Websites & Articles:RIBA:https://www.architecture.com/knowledge-and-resources/knowledge-landing-page/building-safety-act-regulations-updates-2023https://www.ribaj.com/intelligence/building-safety-act-2022-what-you-need-to-know?utm_campaign=29/08/2023 Editor's cut&utm_content=&utm_term=&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Adestrahttps://www.architecture.com/knowledge-and-resources/knowledge-landing-page/riba-core-cpd-programme-2023https://www.architecture.com/knowledge-and-resources/knowledge-landing-page/riba-principal-designer-register-for-architects?utm_campaign=Member Update 261023&utm_content=Read more&utm_term=&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Adestrahttps://www.architecture.com/knowledge-and-resources/knowledge-landing-page/building-safety-act-for-architects-and-domestic-projectshttps://www.architecture.com/knowledge-and-resources/knowledge-landing-page/riba-building-safety-act-resources-for-architects?utm_campaign=Member Update 091123&utm_content=Read more&utm_term=&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Adestrahttps://www.ribaj.com/intelligence/navigating-the-role-of-principal-designer-building-safety-act?utm_campaign=21/11/2023 Editor's cut&utm_content=&utm_term=&utm_medium=email&utm_source=AdestraGovernment & HSE Websites & Resources:https://www.gov.uk/guidance/the-building-safety-act-secondary-legislationhttps://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2023/911/regulation/6/madehttps://www.hse.gov.uk/building-safety/regulator.htmhttps://www.hse.gov.uk/building-safety/occupied.htmhttps://www.hse.gov.uk/building-safety/assets/docs/regime-overview.pdfThank you for listening! Please follow me on Instagram @part3withme for weekly content and updates. Join me next week for more Part3 With Me time.If you liked this episode please give it a rating to help reach more fellow Part3er's!

This week we will be talking about everything we know so far on the Building Safety Act. This episode content meets PC1 - Professionalism, PC2 - Clients, Users & Delivery of Services & PC3 - Legal Framework & Processes  of the Part 3 Criteria.Resources from today's episode:Websites & Articles:RIBA:https://www.architecture.com/knowledge-and-resources/knowledge-landing-page/building-safety-act-regulations-updates-2023https://www.ribaj.com/intelligence/building-safety-act-2022-what-you-need-to-know?utm_campaign=29/08/2023 Editor's cut&utm_content=&utm_term=&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Adestrahttps://www.architecture.com/knowledge-and-resources/knowledge-landing-page/riba-core-cpd-programme-2023https://www.architecture.com/knowledge-and-resources/knowledge-landing-page/riba-principal-designer-register-for-architects?utm_campaign=Member Update 261023&utm_content=Read more&utm_term=&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Adestrahttps://www.architecture.com/knowledge-and-resources/knowledge-landing-page/building-safety-act-for-architects-and-domestic-projectshttps://www.architecture.com/knowledge-and-resources/knowledge-landing-page/riba-building-safety-act-resources-for-architects?utm_campaign=Member Update 091123&utm_content=Read more&utm_term=&utm_medium=email&utm_source=AdestraGovernment & HSE Websites & Resources:https://www.gov.uk/guidance/the-building-safety-act-secondary-legislationhttps://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2023/911/regulation/6/madehttps://www.hse.gov.uk/building-safety/regulator.htmhttps://www.hse.gov.uk/building-safety/occupied.htmhttps://www.hse.gov.uk/building-safety/assets/docs/regime-overview.pdfThank you for listening! Please follow me on Instagram @part3withme for weekly content and updates. Join me next week for more Part3 With Me time.If you liked this episode please give it a rating to help reach more fellow Part3er's!

In this latest podcast, EG's Sarah Jackman speaks to Nick Martyn, partner and lead for the leasehold enfranchisement team at RWK Goodman, about leasehold reform and whether developers are changing the way they view the asset values of new build residential freehold blocks. They cover a range of legislation, both proposed and enacted, including the Leasehold and Freehold Bill announced in the King's Speech, the Leasehold Reform (Ground Rent) Act 2022 and the Building Safety Act 2022.    

Kayla Urbanski, a solicitor in the Construction and Engineering team at the international law firm, Burges Salmon explores the core duties of the Building Safety Act: from client and Principal Designer roles to the liabilities and penalties associated with non-compliance. She also explains some of the relevant issues relating to the Defective Premises Act, the Building Act and the Building Regulations etc. (Amendment) (England) Regulations 2023. Hosted by Austin Williams www.futurecities.org.uk

This month, Head of Health and Safety at AfterAthena, Neil Hughes‑Hutchings, looks at updated guidance on fire safety responsibilities under section 156 of the Building Safety Act 2022, which come into force from 1st October 2023. 

It is over 6 years since the Grenfell Tower tragedy. Key reforms have been introduced since then, including through the Building Safety Act. But what are the latest impacts of the new rules and what happens if registration deadlines are missed?   Richard Flenley and Michael O'Connor discuss these points with Emma Humphreys and outline the key issues on the horizon for building owners and developers.

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The Building Safety Act and its implications are changing the landscape for the construction industry and its customers.  At Willmott Dixon, we're certainly receiving more and more queries from customers and partners about the Act and how it will affect projects moving forward and retrospectively. This podcast on the Building Safety Act was recorded as part of our Wales and West Spotlight Event in Bristol in July. We hosted this event for our customers, partners, and colleagues as an opportunity to discuss the implications of the Building Safety Act and offer the opportunity to answer questions. You will hear a panel of experts from very different sectors discussing a variety of issues and questions around the Building Safety Act, from Professional Indemnity to procurement to liability.

Today our focus turned to the building safety act – a year or so after it came into affect in our industry – as we wanted to know how much it's changed how you work, if at all.We spoke to Dan Brown from GQA Qualifications who thinks it doesn't seem to be trickling down to the people it should be, such as those in domestic work & also our great friend, Roofer of the Year, Danny Madden…There's also the pub lunch quiz for your chance to grab 6 points, as well as the very best messages we received!

The Building Safety Act and its implications are changing the landscape for the construction industry and its customers.  At Willmott Dixon, we're certainly receiving more and more queries from customers and partners about the Act and how it will affect projects moving forward and retrospectively. This podcast on the Building Safety Act was recorded as part of our Wales and West Spotlight Event in Bristol in July. We hosted this event for our customers, partners, and colleagues as an opportunity to discuss the implications of the Building Safety Act and offer the opportunity to answer questions. You will hear a panel of experts from very different sectors discussing a variety of issues and questions around the Building Safety Act, from Professional Indemnity to procurement to liability.

In this episode of Listen Up Landlords, presenter Richard Blanco (@richardblanco_)  is flying solo to examine the thorny issue of funding for building safety works.  In the wake of the Grenfell Tower tragedy new fire safety requirements have left tens of thousands of tower blocks across the country requiring vital remedial works, with the argument over who should fund these works still raging.   The Building Safety Act was intended to provide financial remedy for blocks of 11m or higher (so called ‘high-risk' buildings).  In some cases, the developer is responsible for rectifying defects and in other cases leaseholders must contribute, up to a certain amount.   However no financial help is available for an estimated 1.3 million leaseholders with flats in low rise blocks, and so-called Non-Qualifying Leaseholders in taller blocks, many of whom are landlords.  The implications are far-reaching for landlords who own more than three properties in the UK, who don't qualify for protections. The NRLA conducted a survey recently to gather data to bolster its campaign for a building safety remediation scheme that would fund all necessary remedial work, irrespective of ownership.   We are joined by Alison Hills, Senior Associate at Tees Law and Maggie Brodie, co-leader of the Unqualified Leaseholders Campaign Group to examine the issues and potential solutions.  Danny McKeown-Henshall of the Landlord Advice Team joins us for our regular update on the hot topics on the phonelines, before we look to Wales to examine the impact of the new Renting Homes (Wales) Act.  New Ministry of Justice figures reveal that since the announcement of the new Act at the start of last year, possession claims in Wales have increased four-fold.    We speak to the NRLA Operations Manager in Wales, Steve Bletsoe to find out more about what's going on and, in the wake of the release of new NRLA paper State of the Welsh Private Rented Sector, what the NRLA wants to see happen to boost the supply of homes to rent.  More information   If you enjoy the podcast, please spread the word on your social media channels using the hashtag #listenuplandlords.   For all podcast enquiries email press@nrla.org.uk    ACCREDITATION: You can now pick up a CPD point to be used towards NRLA accreditation by listening to the podcast. To log your point, visit the accreditation dashboard in the ‘Your Account' section of the NRLA website. Select ‘Other' then ‘NRLA Podcast' from the dropdown menu.   To download a transcript of the podcast click here.  

This week we will be discussing all things CDM & the Building Safety Act Legislation with Max Meadows & Connor Mcllroy from Project Four Safety. We will be covering CDM Regulations, Principal Designer Duties, the Building Safety Act requirements and the different roles and duties that have been introduced from the Act. Project Four Safety offer CDM Advisor Services, Principal Designer Support, Contractor Safety Services, Health & Safety Training and Asbestos Management Consultancy . You can find more details on  their website & follow them on instagram:https://www.projectfoursafety.com/https://www.instagram.com/projectfour_cdm/You can contact Max & Connor via email:Max Meadows: max@projectfoursafety.com Connor Mcllroy: connor@projectfoursafety.comMax & Connor also provided some reading material that can be accessed here:https://maska810-my.sharepoint.com/:f:/g/personal/maria_maskarchitects_co_uk/Ellz-eRvvwBLp64prR90McgBfZSwcJJYDLLOPzvEzdLj0A?e=N0lZuUThank you for listening! Please join me next week for more Part3 With Me time.If you liked this episode please give it a rating to help reach more fellow Part3er's!

The Building Safety Act makes 'ground-breaking reforms' to give residents and homeowners more rights, powers, and protections in a bid to make homes across the UK safer. Much of the Act is unclear and many of the regulations ill-communicated, so we invited Rob Hailstone, founder of Bold Legal Group and conveyancing expert on to The Home Stretch podcast to try and understand the Government's reform. Find out more here at www.gov.uk/guidance/the-building-safety-act.

This week, Paul is joined by Samantha Mepham, Partner - National Head of Health and Safety Services at Rider Levett Bucknall, a global Quantity Surveying and Construction consultancy.In this thought-provoking and informative episode, Samantha first explains how the Building Safety Act will impact contractors and what they should do to adapt to the legislation.Beyond this, the conversation turns to the Grenfell disaster and how value engineering played a big part in the tragedy. From this, we talk about what Quantity Surveyors and procurement professionals should learn from this in the context of value engineering.A truly valuable listen for construction professionals at contractors. -----------Your free OTB downloadsAs promised at the top of the show - I've shared some links to free downloads on templates and guides we wrote below:Vesting Certificate TemplateEoT TemplateGuide to the JCT Design and Build ContractIf there are other documents, you'd like us to share/produce. Please get in touch with me at paul@c-link.com.Are you struggling with a lack of Quantity Surveyors?A recent RICS Survey found that 54% of main contractors reported insufficient Quantity Surveyors available in the market. At C-Link, we completed a survey that found 80% of companies find it challenging to recruit QS.Are you one of those companies?C-Link is software built by Quantity Surveyors for Main Contractors. We save 600 hours of Quantity Surveying time per project in automation. We can make your QS' so much more efficient.Book a demo to learn more by clicking here.Support the showWant to connect with Paul?Paul is on Linkedin here and would love to talk. You can also connect with Paul at paul@c-link.com.To learn more about C-Link, Watch the Video, or book a demo by clicking here.

Emma Humphreys and Laura Bushaway are joined by Guy Fetherstonhaugh KC and Taylor Briggs of Falcon Chambers to look at what lies ahead for property law during 2023 – including decisions on service charges, the implications of the Building Safety Act 2022 and changes to the Electronic Communications Code. We also debate whether the government should stay away from property law and discuss the types of dispute we expect to see crossing our desks this year… The cases and new legislation referred to in this episode of Property Patter are: Sara & Hossein Asset Holdings v. Blacks Outdoor Retail [2023] UKSC 2 – read our blog here 89 Holland Park v. Dell [2022] UKUT 169 Cornerstone Telecommunications Infrastructure Limited v. Compton Beauchamp Estates Ltd; Cornerstone Telecommunications Infrastructure Ltd v. Ashloch Ltd and AP Wireless II (UK) Ltd; On Tower UK Ltd v. AP Wireless II (UK) Ltd [2022] UKSC 18 Building Safety Act 2022 Leasehold Reform (Ground Rent) Act 2022 Levelling Up and Regeneration Bill 2022/2023 Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure Act 2022 (amending the Electronic Communications Code and the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954) Energy Efficiency (Private Rented Property) (England and Wales) Regulations 2015

Geoff Wilkinson is the Managing Director of Wilkinson Construction Consultants, a a specialist building control services practice, based in London and the South East. In this programme, Geoff talks about the changing nature of the Building Safety Act, Fire Safety and risk, and key issues to be award of in forthcoming Approved Documents. Hosted by Austin Williams www.futurecities.org.uk

The Building Safety Act marks a significant change for the construction industry. It overhauls existing regulations on building standards and construction materials, with the goal of driving quality in design, construction and operation. I had the privilege of chairing a panel on its wide-reaching implications with Gary Strong, Global Standards Director at the RICS, Jane Duncan OBE from the RIBA, Liz Oliver, Safer Homes Director at Hyde Housing Association, Sarah Kiesel, Senior Technical Operations Manager at NHBC and John Winter from Apex Insurance. The panel was part of an event hosted by the Cambridge Forum for the Construction Industry and the Cambridge University Land Society's Residential Forum. I'm sharing the panel on the pod because despite its importance, the Act is not widely understood. Topics include: What are the intended and unintended consequences of this new Act? Will the Act result in an exodus of professionals, especially SME surveyors, architects etc? What are the commercial implications of the Act? Guests LinkedIn and websites: Gary Strong | https://www.rics.org/uk/ | Jane Duncan | https://www.architecture.com/ | Liz Oliver | https://www.hyde-housing.co.uk/ | Sarah Kiesel | https://www.nhbc.co.uk/ | John Winter | https://apexinsurancebrokers.co.uk/ Event Host Websites: https://www.cfci.org.uk/ | https://www.culandsoc.com/forums/residential-forum/ Sponsor website: immo.capital Sponsor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/immoinvesttech/ Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annaclareharper/ Host website: annaclareharper.com

Jess Harrold is joined by Matthew Bonye, partner and head of real estate dispute resolution, Shanna Davison, professional support & knowledge development lawyer and Martyn Jarvis, senior associate in the planning team, all at Herbert Smith Freehills, to discuss the firm's latest Forearmed report for 2023. Together, they look at the 12 major issues for the year ahead that HSF has identified as posing potential risks for developers, investors, landlords and occupiers, and which may well lead to property disputes in the year ahead. From "tenant activism" and the impact of the Building Safety Act 2022, to ESG and green leases, the importance of decarbonisation, demand for life sciences space and a potential rise in professional negligence cases - and even more - these are the major topics to be forewarned about in 2023. For more detail, read the firm's full report at: https://www.herbertsmithfreehills.com/latest-thinking/real-estate-disputes-in-2023-%E2%80%94-what-you-need-to-know-to-be-forearmed     

This month, Michelle Rousell and Yassir Mahmood from Practical Law Construction discuss what construction practitioners might expect in 2023, with an appeal to the Supreme Court in Abbey Healthcare (Mill Hill) Ltd v Simply Construct (UK) LLP [2022] EWCA Civ 823 (starts at 0.43), an expectation that cladding claims will continue to make their way through the courts, following on from Martlet Homes Ltd v Mulalley & Co Ltd [2022] EWHC 1813 (TCC) (starts at 3.00). This includes two recent judgments (in LDC (Portfolio One) Ltd v George Downing Construction Ltd and another and BDW Trading Ltd v AECOM Infrastructure & Environment UK Ltd), and building safety and the Building Safety Act 2022, with a myriad of anticipated developments (starts at 8.27).

Episode 28 of the Fire Safety Matters Podcast features Mark Sennett (CEO at Western Business Media) once again chatting with our regular Fire Safety Matters Podcast guest Warren Spencer (managing director at Blackhurst Budd Solicitors). On this occasion, Warren outlines the new fire safety legislation being brought forward in 2023. In addition, Mark hears from Colin Smith (field product manager for the UK life safety division at Eaton). In his present role, Colin is responsible for the ownership, development and marketing of the company's fire alarm and emergency lighting platforms here in the UK. In conversation with Mark, Colin details Eaton's new product roadmap for 2023 and also touches on the key issue of cyber security for life safety systems. As always, there's an informative round-up (and analysis) of several major industry news stories. This time around, we concentrate on the Building Safety Act, warehouse fires, the Building Safety Levy and also the Fire Industry Association's Guide to the UK Fire Safety Industry.

Join us as we discuss the latest updates to the Building Safety Act and related issues in the next episode in our How We Live… Safely podcast series. In this episode, construction partner Sue Ryan is joined by principal associate Gemma Whittaker and senior associate Sean Garbutt – who are all part of the Building Safety team here at Gowling WLG – to summarise the latest updates with regard to the Act. This includes the publication of the consultations on the higher risk buildings regime and the findings in the case of Martlet Homes Limited v Mulalley & Co. Limited. You can find this episode and the accompanying transcript on our website: https://gowlg.co/3yPkwuo  ... Gowling WLG is an international full-service law firm working across a range of industry sectors including real estate, government, financial services, life sciences and technology. We operate across the world with offices in the UK, Europe, Canada and the Middle East. We regularly talk about a broad range of topics that may be of interest to you. Subscribe to receive our latest articles, podcasts and webinars straight to your inbox: https://gowlg.co/35efH2r  Alternatively, you can view our full selection of insights and resources here: https://gowlg.co/3IwEr41  Want to get to know us? Follow us on: LinkedIn: https://gowlg.co/3hqmatB  Twitter: https://gowlg.co/35Do0nY  Facebook: https://gowlg.co/3th2w8N  Instagram: https://gowlg.co/3tEf2iq  This podcast may contain information of general interest about current legal issues, but does not give legal advice.

In this episode of Con-versations, real estate professional support lawyer Caroline Andresier discuss how the Building Safety Act 2022 has made statutory changes to residential service charges and how this affects the nature of claims that can be brought by the landlord.

This update we discuss the Building Safety Act 2022 whcih addresses the Cladding issues and in fact all safety issues and demons from the past. There is good news and well... if you own more than 3 properties then the Government considers you wealthy enough to pay your way. Too bad for all those hard working landlords because your property pension is under attack again. 

In episode five of In on the Act, Jess Harrold is joined by Paul Letman and Cecily Crampin, of Falcon Chambers, to discuss the Building Safety Act 2022, which was was given royal assent in April. Letman and Crampin address the key provisions of the Act, conceived in response to the Grenfell Tower tragedy and the resulting debate on remediating defective cladding, including the greater protections it provides for leaseholders, increased powers to support the making of building liability orders and the establishment of new regulatory bodies.  

In this month's The Construction Briefing podcast, Michelle Rousell and Yassir Mahmood of Practical Law Construction discuss a number of developments related to building safety including provisions of the Building Safety Act 2022 that are already in force, new consultations and secondary legislation, and the new PAS competence standards for the Principal Designer role, the Principal Contractor role and the requirements for managing safety in residential buildings. They also consider Martlet Homes Ltd v Mulalley & Co Ltd [2022] EWHC 1813 (TCC), the first judgment following a full trial of issues relating to building safety following the Grenfell Tower fire in 2017 and Orchard Plaza Management Company Ltd v Balfour Beatty Regional Construction Ltd [2022] EWHC 1490 (TCC), which concerned remoteness of loss under a collateral warranty, and two adjudication enforcement judgments, FTH Ltd v Varis Developments Ltd [2022] EWHC 1385 (TCC) and The Metropolitan Borough Council of Sefton v Allenbuild Ltd [2022] EWHC 1443 (TCC).

With effect from June 28, 2022 third parties, who perhaps had no direct involvement in the development or who thought their liabilities had long since ended, can now be held liable for the rectification of building safety defects. This is due to a host of new measures introduced by the Building Safety Act 2022, including Remediation Orders, Remediation Contribution Orders and Building Liability Orders. Construction Professional Support Lawyer Gemma Irving talks with Kate Hencken in our construction disputes team, as well as Victoria Groves in our corporate team and Steve Manson in our real estate team to find out what this means and how clients can respond to these changes. 

Episode 27 of the Fire Safety Matters Podcast features Mark Sennett (CEO at Western Business Media) in conversation with our regular guest Warren Spencer (managing director of Blackhurst Budd Solicitors). This time around, Mark and Warren address some of the questions that were posed during the recent joint Fire Safety Matters-Blackhurst Budd Solicitors online conference entitled: ‘Is The Fire Risk Assessor's Voice Being Heard?' With more and more investigations being conducted and enforcement action taken involving fire risk assessments, are fire risk assessors being properly represented and protected? In addition, Episode 27 also includes Brian's detailed round-up of several major industry news stories focused on professional indemnity insurance for EWS-1 assessors, the Building Safety Act 2022, a petition calling on the Government to implement the Grenfell Tower Public Inquiry recommendation on Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans and the election of a new governing Council at the ASFP. Further, we look ahead to the 2022 Fire Safety Matters Digital Conference.

With the Building Safety Act 2022 now in force, Bishop & Taylor wonder how much of it was needed and why there aren't more Rick Willmotts in the industry to speak out. They also discuss bid rigging in the demolition industry. Finally, with Genie being recently fined for an incident nine years ago, they wonder why it takes so long for health & safety prosecutions to get to court.

With effect from June 28 2022, the Building Safety Act amends the limitation periods for certain types of claim, and introduces new rights of action with limitation periods that are much longer than those typically seen under construction contracts.   Construction Professional Support Lawyer Gemma Irving talks with Nick Pinder, Kate Hencken and Jennifer Hurley in our construction disputes team to find out what this means and how clients can respond to these changes.

One of the biggest changes to not only real estate, but our society as a whole, is the Building Safety Act which received Royal Assent on 28 April 2022.  In this 'How We Live...Safely' episode, we discuss what the Royal Assent means for the Act, the new obligations that will need to be complied with and what companies impacted by this should be looking out for going forward. Construction partner Sue Ryan is joined by principal associates Gemma Whittaker and Helen Arthur, and senior associate Sean Garbutt – who are all part of the Building Safety team here at Gowling WLG – to dissect some of the latest updates to the Act. ... Gowling WLG is an international full-service law firm working across a range of industry sectors including real estate, government, financial services, life sciences and technology. We operate across the world with offices in the UK, Europe, Canada and the Middle East. We regularly talk about a broad range of topics that may be of interest to you. Subscribe to receive our latest articles, podcasts and webinars straight to your inbox: https://gowlg.co/35efH2r Alternatively, you can view our full selection of insights and resources here: https://gowlg.co/3IwEr41 Want to get to know us? Follow us on: LinkedIn: https://gowlg.co/3hqmatB Twitter: https://gowlg.co/35Do0nY Facebook: https://gowlg.co/3th2w8N Instagram: https://gowlg.co/3tEf2iq This podcast may contain information of general interest about current legal issues, but does not give legal advice.

The legal point of view In the latest episode of Assembly Point, Jonathan O'Neill OBE, Managing Director at the FPA, is joined by Sailesh Mehta, Barrister and Head of the Fire Law Team at Red Lion Chambers to discuss the Grenfell Tower Inquiry and prosecuting those who bear responsibility for the tragedy. Together they consider the implications of the removal of the Building Safety Manager role from the Building Safety Act, coroners' recommendations, and whether regulators are appropriately resourced under the current regime. Have we learned our lesson? For the second part of the episode, Jonathan speaks to Gill Kernick, Transformation Director at Arup University, and former Grenfell Tower resident. Gill outlines the role of regulations; the need for systemic change; and the responsibility that not only government, but industry has to play in implementing change to prevent further low probability, high consequence events.

In the tenth The Construction Briefing podcast, Michelle Rousell and Yassir Mahmood of Practical Law Construction discuss a number of developments referred to in April's monthly bulletin. The Building Safety Bill received Royal Assent and is now known as the Building Safety Act 2022. We discuss when we expect its provisions to come into force (starts at 1:12). We also look at two adjudication enforcement judgments: Bexheat Ltd v Essex Services Group Ltd [2022] EWHC 936 (TCC) (starts at 24:40) and Van Oord UK Ltd v Dragados UK Ltd [2022] CSOH 30 (starts at 37.25).