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Under Construction: Recent legal developments within the UK construction industry | October 2024

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 16:00:36 +0000

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Grenfell Inquiry's final report, new CLC golden thread guidance, what counts as a 'storey' when classifying Higher Risk buildings, and recent cases

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Health and Safety | UK Regulatory Outlook September 2024

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 10:09:13 +0100

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The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill 2024 | Grenfell Tower Public Inquiry – final report | Golden Thread guidance published

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Health and safety | UK Regulatory Outlook July 2024

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 10:09:13 +0100

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King's Speech 2024 - the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill | UK Labour's 'New Deal for Working People' | Work-related fatal injuries in Great Britain 2023/24

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Health and safety | UK Regulatory Outlook June 2024

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 10:09:13 +0100

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UK general election 2024: health and safety aspects | H&S prosecutions remind businesses of severe fines they could face for breaches

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What can the Built Environment sector expect from the next UK government?

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 09:38:29 +0100

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The sector will be hoping for clarity in a number of areas, including leasehold reform and planning, to support business strategy and investment

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Health and safety | UK Regulatory Outlook May 2024

Fri, 31 May 2024 10:09:13 +0100

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General election impact on the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill | HSE publish strategic approach to AI | Mental Health Awareness Week

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Under Construction: Legal developments in the UK construction industry | May 2024

Thu, 30 May 2024 11:44:01 +0100

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Early indications for the construction industry in the upcoming general election, JCT publishes the new Design and Build 2024 contracts, new second staircase requirement for qualifying residential buildings and a recent judgment requiring strict compliance with notice provisions in some building contracts

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Health and safety | UK Regulatory Outlook April 2024

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 10:09:13 +0100

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Stress awareness month | Health and Safety Executive updates RIDDOR guidance | Government invest £1.5million into innovative occupational health services

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Health and safety | UK Regulatory Outlook March 2024

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 10:09:13 +0000

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Building Safety Act update: transition period coming to an end | New Occupational Health Taskforce | RIDDOR review

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Under Construction: Legal developments within the UK Construction Industry | March 2024

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 10:20:33 +0000

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Significant remediation contribution order awarded against building owner, Building Safety Levy, biodiversity net gain, and the 'Long Term Plan for Construction'

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Health and safety | UK Regulatory Outlook February 2024

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 10:09:13 +0000

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Consultation launched on standard tiers under the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill | ONS report reminds businesses of importance of mental health | Building safety update

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First-Tier Tribunal rules against building owner in first contested remediation contribution order

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 11:39:17 +0000

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'Just and equitable test' when requiring a party to contribute to remediating costs under the Building Safety Act 2022

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What legal developments can businesses in the UK expect in 2024?

Fri, 12 Jan 2024 10:53:50 +0000

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Our Knowledge Team looks at what lies ahead for business law

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What's on the horizon for English real estate in 2024?

Fri, 12 Jan 2024 10:37:10 +0000

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Expect more focus on sustainability, transparency and building safety and significant reforms for residential property

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Health and safety | UK Regulatory Outlook January 2024

Thu, 11 Jan 2024 10:09:13 +0000

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The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill | Higher risk buildings | Keep mental health of your people on the business agenda

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Health and safety | UK Regulatory Outlook November 2023

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 17:07:56 +0000

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King's Speech – health and safety aspects | HSE publishes annual work-related ill health statistics | Ministerial statement on transitional arrangements for second staircase in residential buildings

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Health and safety | UK Regulatory Outlook October 2023

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 10:16:04 +0000

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New building safety regime | Government guidance for people with duties under fire safety laws | EU Parliament approves new rules to protect workers from exposure to asbestos

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Health and safety | UK Regulatory Outlook September 2023

Wed, 27 Sep 2023 17:11:37 +0100

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HSE to inspect construction sites from September | Registration of residential high-rise buildings by October 2023 | Regulations on new building control framework

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The new dutyholder regime for the construction of buildings in England

Thu, 21 Sep 2023 11:51:14 +0100

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New duties to be imposed on those responsible for commissioning, designing and carrying out the construction of new buildings

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Long-awaited clarity received on building control for higher-risk buildings in England

Tue, 19 Sep 2023 09:57:50 +0100

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Impact on costs and delay for programmes remains a concern for industry

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How does the Building Safety Act 2022 impact lending in England?

Fri, 28 Jul 2023 12:10:59 +0100

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The overhaul of the safety regime for high-rise residential buildings in England introduces new considerations for lenders

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Health and safety | UK Regulatory Outlook July 2023

Wed, 26 Jul 2023 13:27:55 +0100

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Fire safety responsibilities under Section 156 of the Building Safety Act 2022 | Registration of residential high-rise buildings by October 2023 | Registration of residential high-rise buildings by October 2023

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Reviewing our UK business law predictions for 2023: how are we doing at the half-way point?

Wed, 19 Jul 2023 16:56:45 +0100

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We examine how our predictions have turned out in practice, and what to watch out for as autumn draws nearer

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Rental and safety reforms spark debate for the UK real estate 'living' sector

Thu, 04 May 2023 13:53:26 +0100

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Investors, developers and operators are assessing the implications of a renters' reform bill and the Building Safety Act

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Owners of higher risk buildings in England face registration requirements

Wed, 26 Apr 2023 12:27:51 +0100

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New obligation to register with Building Safety Regulator: 30 September deadline for existing buildings

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