NOTB Logo
(0)
Subscribe
Events & TrainingFeatured ArticlesDirectoryGuidesMagazinesCase Law
David Hills

David Hills

Ark Workplace Risk | (FRICS, FIIRSM, MIFireE, MSFPE, RSP) Senior Director - Regulatory, Technical & Technology Solutions

Biography

David has been working at Ark Workplace Risk for 25 years, following a career within Local Authority building control, where he looked after major construction sites. David is a compliance expert, and is well known and respected in the property sector, sitting on various boards and delivering training for numerous key industry bodies, including The Property Institute and the BPF. Given his high-level connections, David is often first to know about changes in legislation and how this might impact Health, Safety and Risk compliance management.

LinkedIn Profile

Industry urges clients to “step up” safety compliance

Construction and property sectors bodies are sending a clear message to building owners, developers and managing agents: the era of “lowest price wins” procurement must end, particularly when it comes to building safety.A coalition of leading industry organisations has recently launched a campaign aimed squarely at clients, urging them to take a far more active role in driving compliance with the Building Safety Act. The initiative reflects growing concern that some clients continue to prioritise cost and

The Importance of Compartmentation and Fire Stopping in Blocks of Flats

According to a House of Commons Research Briefing (CBP-9770, published May 2024), there were 26,823 fires within dwellings in the year leading up to March 2023. This includes fires in single-family homes, purpose-built blocks of flats, converted blocks, and Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs). Of these, 9,387 fires occurred in purpose-built blocks, converted flats, and HMOs. While only 6% (564 incidents) spread beyond the flat to the floor on which they started, and 2% (188 incidents) extended beyond the

Build-to-Rent: Why competence and compliance protect profit

The Build-to-Rent (BTR) sector – including purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) and co-living – is the fastest-growing residential market in the UK. Institutional investment continues to pour into high-quality schemes across major cities. Residents expect not only lifestyle amenities but safe, well-managed homes.
1

© 2026 News On The Block. All rights reserved.

News on the Block is a trading name of Premier Property Media Ltd.

We use cookies to improve your experience on our site. By using our site you consent cookies.