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In response to today’s publication of the final report of the Grenfell Tower Inquiry, Gill Hancock, Head of Technical Content at the Association for Project Management (APM) said: “Today’s publication of the final report of the Grenfell Tower Inquiry is a long-awaited milestone in the response to the tragic loss of 72 lives in June 2017. APM would like to extend our sympathy to all the families impacted by this tragedy. “As the chartered membership organisation for the project profession, APM is shocked b

The Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) has welcomed publication of the final report of the public inquiry into the fire at Grenfell Tower on 14 June 2017. The report concludes that the fire was “the culmination of decades of failure by central government and other bodies in positions of responsibility in the construction industry” in relation to the danger of incorporating combustible materials into the external walls of high-rise residential buildings. Mark Elliott, President of the Chart

The damning final report of the Grenfell Inquiry has shown the need for competence but there is still a great deal of work to do, says the Federation of Master Builders (FMB). Brain Berry, Chief Executive of the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) said: “While the nation’s local builders are, for the most part, far removed from work that has been investigated as part of the Grenfell Tower Inquiry, it does not mean they are precluded from improving industry standards. Domestic builders do not have minimum

With Labour committing to improving the leasehold sector, the latest research from Open Property Group has revealed just how many homes are currently listed for sale across the nation with a short lease, as well as the potential bargains on offer for homebuyers willing to take on the tax of extending them. Open Property Group analysed current market data* on homes with a short lease of 80 years or less, how much they command in the current market versus other comparable properties, and which area is home

We are thrilled to welcome Tracey Heneghan as our new Helpdesk and Office Manager at Impero Facilities! With her extensive experience and strong organizational skills, Tracey is set to make a significant impact on our daily operations and ensure everything runs smoothly. In addition to her office management role, Tracey will also be lending her expertise to our Lyfe Safety Systems Ltd Team, helping to create a more efficient workplace for everyone as well as a seamless service for our clients.   Please jo

Cardinus Risk Management, a leader in property risk management software and services, proudly announces the launch of its new Building Safety Case Report Service.  This innovative addition to the INDIGO property management software is specifically designed to support the principal accountable person in high-rise residential buildings in meeting the rigorous standards set forth by the Building Safety Act 2022. Ensuring comprehensive building safety compliance The Building Safety Case Report is a critical d

APM (Association for Project Management) has already been heavily involved in driving positive change following the Grenfell tragedy. APM’s Head of Qualifications and Standards, Gill Hancock, chaired the group that introduced new competences for project managers in the built environment, as required by the Building Safety Act. Gill Hancock said: “The long-awaited final report into the Grenfell Tower tragedy could be one of the most significant documents to be published this century with regards to buildin

Ex Chair of The Property Institute and ex ARMA CEO, Nigel Glen, joins 30 Seconds Group Ltd as a Non Executive Director. 30 Seconds Group today announced the appointment of Dr Nigel Glen to their board as a non-executive director. Nigel will be supporting the business with strategic guidance, specialist industry knowledge in areas such as compliance, and advising on the value proposition. “With extensive experience within the property management industry, Nigel is uniquely situated to work alongside

Holidaymakers are being urged to make sure they don’t bring home unwanted guests this summer. Experts at British Pest Control Association are encouraging householders to check their luggage carefully and wash holiday clothes at 60° to help prevent bringing bed bugs into the home. The insects are often prevalent in densely populated buildings, particularly those with a rapid resident turnover such as hostels, hotels, holiday camps and blocks of flats. They will hide in bed frames and mattresses but have al

The latest analysis by Cushman & Wakefield shows that the UK will need a minimum of four million new homes by 2040, with an increasingly large role for the private rented sector (PRS). The PRS is projected to see growth of 43%, from 19.1% of the total share of dwellings today to 24.6% by 2040. However, the attention-grabbing figures are only one part of the picture, according to UK rental guarantor service Housing Hand. Managing Director Graham Hayward explains: “Four million new homes are just the start.

August saw a promotion for Chelsea Austin at Earl Kendrick Chartered Surveyors. Chelsea is already known to many in the industry from her role as Executive Assistant to the firm’s Senior Leadership Team. And she will continue to assist Group Managing Director Julian Davies and Group Operations Director Zoë Walheim by managing busy diaries and wrestling with ever-pinging email inboxes. Over the past year and a half in that role, however, Chelsea also showed a creative flair for marketing. And especially fo

Planning permission has been granted by Manchester City Council’s planning committee for the room2 Hometel project, a pioneering £78 million development set to transform 12-16 Piccadilly in Manchester. The approval of the application – which was led by global real estate advisor, Avison Young, on behalf of developer, Lamington Group – marks a significant milestone in the creation of the UK’s first net zero carbon tower, which will combine contemporary design with historic preservation to deliver a unique