I realise I have recently written about the subject of competence, but I think our industry is in danger of being caught cold by changes, impacted from outside influences and commercial drivers, which will require a … Read more
At the start of 2020 we talked about what is coming over the horizon and our need to ensure that our industry is ready to respond. This year … Read more
After a tough year battling the COVID-19 pandemic and getting our heads around Brexit: Deal or No Deal, issues that were top of the construction industry’s agenda … Read more
This week the glazing competence element of the industry comes together to start the process of how we align our industry to the requirements of Government … Read more
With the recent launch of Certass TA Supply Chain membership we were able to talk to Government about how we can do more for our glazing industry … Read more
No-one can argue against the necessity for background ventilation to be delivered in the built environment. But, the requirement to provide this background ventilation via trickle vents in windows is leading to misconceptions in the … Read more
I write this just after the Green Homes Grant has been announced to help increase the energy efficiency of properties, and though in principle this is a very good … Read more
The last few weeks have been the most difficult in living memory for most people in the UK and industry has been hit hard. It … Read more
The COVID-19 virus may have limited face to face meetings, but the wheels of Westminster are still turning and now is the time when discussions can be had and … Read more
In this year of considerable regulatory change, the Government has publicly committed to implementing Dame Judith Hackitt’s Golden Thread recommendations as a key part of the reforms of the building … Read more