Construction


The full scope of the Building Safety Act

From 1st October 2023 a number of new regulations will come into force under the Building Safety Act 2022, and they don't only affect high-risk buildings. Alex Minett at CHAS highlights some of the key changes. Read More

RAAC: How big of an issue is it?

Zoe Pond, Senior Associate, and Claire Burrows, Partner, at Brabners LLP on the long-term impact of RAAC. Read More

Unsafe building material forces school closures in England

Schools in England with a type of concrete prone to collapse will have to close immediately, the BBC is reporting. Read More

Inquest opens into Everton stadium construction death

An inquest into the death of a worker who died on the construction site of the new Everton football stadium has opened in Liverpool. Read More

How the building material shortage raises costs and safety concerns

SHP hears from Sophie Bishop, who discusses how the construction material crisis may be affecting health and safety standards on site. Read More

HSE investigating following construction site death at new Everton football stadium

A man has died after being injured today (Monday 14 August) at Everton's new football stadium which is being built in Liverpool. Read More

‘It’s time to tackle skin problems in the construction industry’

SHP hears from foot and hand health expert Margaret Dabbs, who shares insight for keeping skin in the best condition when working in construction. Read More

Women in construction to be celebrated at national awards

Women working in the construction industry are set to be celebrated at a national awards ceremony this year. Read More

‘With stunts there’s a lot of moving parts’: Overseeing safety in the entertainment industry

Dave Downing, from the entertainment safety consultant, Safe Elephant, on adapting to the unpredictable creative demands of movie directors. Read More

Tackling health risks in construction

Dr Karen McDonnell, RoSPA’s Occupational Health and Safety Policy Adviser and Head of RoSPA Scotland, is urging employers to look at ways to protect the health of construction workers. Read More


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