Posts by Oliver Wright

Link: https://www.pbctoday.co.uk/news/building-control-news/building-safety-act-hrbs/138397/ A study by NBS reveals that 50% of industry professionals are unclear about duty holder responsibilities for higher-risk buildings under the Building Safety…

Link: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/uk-england-london-68744317 A ferocious blaze occurred at Sutton railway station when an e-bike exploded during rush hour, highlighting the risks associated with purchasing such items…

Link: https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-beds-bucks-herts-68716196 A fire at Luton Airport’s Terminal Car Park 2 on 10 October caused significant disruption, grounding aircraft, trapping 1,300 vehicles, and affecting thousands…

Link: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cz7440ggj61o The Co-op Live arena in Manchester faced a potentially catastrophic incident when part of a ventilation system fell from the ceiling, but it…

Link: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c2jdd4xxx94o A giant billboard collapsed during a sudden storm in Mumbai, killing at least 14 people and injuring dozens more. The billboard fell onto…

Link: The CMA is investigating seven housebuilders in Great Britain for suspected anti-competitive conduct related to the exchange of sensitive information under the Competition Act…

Link: https://inews.co.uk/news/kitchen-firms-ban-quartz-countertops-lung-disease-workers-3044265 The first cases of silicosis linked to artificial stone countertops have been reported in the UK, following a ban on the material in…

Link: https://constructionmanagement.co.uk/gender-specific-toilets-to-become-mandatory-in-building-regulations/ Gender-specific toilets will be required in building regulations. Registration is needed to access full content and manage personal settings. This helps support quality…

Link: https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-68967396 A five-storey building collapse in George, South Africa, has left Delvin Safels trapped under rubble, communicating with his family via voice notes. Rescuers…