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New Building Safety Regulator boss steps down

Construction Enquirer

The new Chief Inspector of Buildings appointed to lead the biggest change in building safety for a generation has retired. Former HSE director of construction, Peter Baker was picked two years ago to lead the new Building Safety Regulator set up in the wake of the Grenfell disaster.

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Second staircase rule halts Wates estate revamp

Construction Enquirer

Construction work has been paused on a major estate job in east London due to the new second staircase rule. Wates Residential is working on a joint venture with Havering Council on a £1.5bn programme to revamp 12 estates across the borough. “Both parties will continue to work together to establish the best way forward.

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Watchdog: Government falling behind on cladding removal

Construction News

Stalling developers, building safety regulator issues and squeezed social landlord finances mean the government is on track to miss its 2035 target for remediating dangerous cladding, according to a spending watchdog.

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Motorist and ‘truckie’ safety the focus of new QLD program

Roads Online

Image: stock.adobe.com/Dmytro The Queensland Government has launched A Truckie Knows, a program developed to highlight the importance of safety for truck drivers and their role in upholding road safety. The Bruce Highway Advisory Council has also been re-established to guide the development of these works.

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Should Federal Project Owners Protect Contractors from Rogue State Regulators?

Construction Dive

It requires contractors, at no additional expense to the government, to comply with any federal, state, or municipal law, code, or regulation applicable to the performance of the work. Reasonable enough; code compliance is an inherent aspect of performing construction work.

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Construction Law – April 2025

Construction Law

Editors comment Government slated for failures to advance post Grenfell remediation plans Editor Nick Barrett looks at the Pubic Accounts Committees report on the governments dilatory progress on post Grenfell Tower tragedy building safety. A fresh approach to drafting and risk allocation will be needed, they argue.

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How to Choose Trusted Tiny Home Builders in Queensland: Expert Guide 2025

UK Construction Blog

The starting price sits at AUD 80,000, and choosing the right builder needs careful thought to meet quality standards and regulations. Builders must register with governing bodies like the Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC). They offer an affordable and eco-friendly way to live. Maximum height: 4.3m