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CommentAwaab’s Law – the role of building fabric in tackling damp and mould
As Awaab’s Law comes into force, David Ward from ROCKWOOL UK looks at the underlying causes of damp and mould – and explains how to prevent them
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NewsLonger lasting anti-mould paint from Inducoat
Just in time for Awaab’s Law coming into force, new supplier Pazco has brought Dutch anti-mould paint Inducoat Fungi to the UK
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CommentPreparing for 2027: Why the digital switchover must start with people
Trevor Hoggard explores how the UK’s 2027 digital switchover will transform social care and housing
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NewsAirtech launches ventilation solutions to support landlords ahead of Awaab’s Law
With new legislation on damp and mould due this month, Airtech is highlighting its survey, treatment and ventilation services designed to help social landlords comply
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CommentImplementing Awaab’s Law across the social housing sector
As phase one of Awaab’s Law comes into force, social landlords face strict new deadlines to tackle damp and mould – a long-overdue step to protect residents’ health, but one that exposes gaps in guidance, ventilation standards and practical implementation
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NewsNoise pollution findings prompt call for housing providers to prioritise acoustic window upgrades
Housing associations are being urged to adopt higher-performance windows in retrofit programmes as new data links noise exposure to long-term health impacts
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NewsQuarter of UK housebuilders report limited understanding of Building Regulations, Polypipe survey finds
Research by Polypipe Building Products highlights gaps in knowledge of Parts L, O and F of Building Regulations
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NewsThink Timber calls for stricter sourcing controls after Russian timber enters UK housing supply chain
An investigation has revealed that banned Russian timber has been relabelled and sold into the UK market, raising concerns over compliance, traceability and the integrity of housing sector supply chains
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NewsGood Homes Alliance publishes water-efficiency design guide with model specs to help deliver water-neutral housing
New guidance translates policy intent into buildable details, setting out a fittings-based route to verified consumption, options for rainwater and greywater systems and evidence from six live projects
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NewsExhibitor opportunities open for Building the Future 2025 in London
Construction’s biggest names will gather at 155 Bishopsgate this October for a day of insight, innovation and networking
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NewsHousebuilding could save 214,000 tonnes of CO2e a year by switching to concrete facing bricks, says Marshalls
The company’s calculations indicate that concrete facing bricks have a lifetime carbon footprint almost half that of clay
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NewsCatnic launches Solarseam: a photovoltaic solution for standing seam roofs
According to the manufacturer, the system integrates flexible solar laminates bonded directly onto Catnic’s urban standing seam roofing panels
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NewsAI-DOMP moves into beta: Leeds Beckett’s AI platform for mould prevention enters real-world trials
The AI-enabled design diagnostics and optimisation system for mould prevention (AI-DOMP) – a collaboration between Leeds Beckett University’s CIDEL lab and BuildEco Ltd – has now entered beta testing phase
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CommentIt’s time to see more recycled products in the fabric of our buildings
Nobody needs to be told the planet is in trouble and unfortunately the construction industry is a major contributor to both carbon emissions and waste. Our default approach of using virgin materials over recycled options is a key driver in global warming. As such, we are exhausting our planet’s resources ...
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NewsOffice Ten Architecture proposes scalable retrofit model to tackle housing crises
Spearheaded by design studio Office Ten, the pilot project is rethinking the standard Victorian and Edwardian terrace homes, hoping to not only improve fabric performance but also increase housing density in a bid to solve the UK’s chronic housing shortage and the environmental impact of underperforming homes.
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NewsPre-assembled heat pump unit claims £2,000 installation savings
Hewer, a sustainable heating solutions provider, has launched Heat Saviour, a pre-assembled unit designed to simplify the installation and maintenance of heat pump systems. According to the company, the technology could save up to £2,000 per installation by reducing the need to overhaul existing heating systems.
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CommentRebuilding trust: Why quality and accountability must lead the UK’s housing drive
The UK is counting on construction. We need to build 1.5 million homes, make progress on net zero, improve energy security, reduce bills and improve the comfort and health of all. But this is only possible if people trust the industry.
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CommentCould the UK’s new towns be a wash out?
As the House of Lords begins its inquiry into how to practically and effectively deliver the UK’s 100 new towns, deep consideration must be given to how these communities can withstand climate change.
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CommentHeat networks: The low-carbon solution for social housing
The UK’s social housing sector is undergoing a significant transformation as it works to decarbonise its heat and hot water systems. Not only is there a need to support the country’s net zero targets by 2050, but improving energy efficiency is essential to address growing concerns about fuel poverty and ...
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NewsSmart socket claims to prevent electrical fires
A British inventor has launched a smart socket that is said to utilise thermal monitoring to prevent electrical fires with the aim of disrupting traditional safety standards