On 17 August 2023, the government published details of the design, construction and occupation regimes which will be introduced for higher-risk buildings, coming into effect on 1 October 2023. Those ...

At least 18m in height or with at least seven storeys; and Of a description specified in regulations, which is expected to include buildings containing at least two dwellings; care homes and hospitals ...

Private sector building control firms will struggle to take over the vast majority of projects from collapsed firm Assent, meaning they will transfer to council building control departments, according ...