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Blaze building was checked after Grenfell
Investigation into fire at Bolton student flats to look at construction materials used
November 2019
Green policies on election agenda
Parties set out their ‘green’ ambitions ahead of this month’s General Election
November 2019
Grenfell external cladding did not meet Building Regulations
Sir Martin Moore-Bick's conclusion on cladding contained in report on Phase 1 of the public inquiry into the fire at…
November 2019
Dame Judith Hackitt appointed adviser for new Building Safety Regulator
The Regulator will have the power to apply criminal sanctions to those flouting the new rules
November 2019
Part L proposals do not go far enough, says Leti
Fabric performance could be worse under proposals in current consultation, according to London Energy Transformation Initiative
October 2019
Labour reveals plans for net-zero carbon in 2030s
Labour plans include reducing energy waste, decarbonising heating and boosting renewable and low carbon electricity generation
October 2019
Sector urged to listen over mental health
Charity urges firms to encourage and support employees as it reveals two construction workers take their own life every week
October 2019
Schools and hospitals missing millions in energy savings
More than 140,000 tonnes of carbon could be saved annually, according to EDF
October 2019
Circular economy crucial to tackling carbon emissions
Keeping materials in use can cut emissions by up to 40%, says Ellen MacArthur Foundation
October 2019
Building safety proposals outlined in Queen’s Speech
Plans to improve energy efficiency of commercial buildings in private rented sector also announced
October 2019
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