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BASEC offers help on hazardous substances

New certification scheme introduced by the British Approvals Service for Cables to help manufacturers and users of wire and cable meet new EC legislation coming into effect on hazardous substances.

News from BASEC ( 1 June 2007)

Cable scheme spelled out online

The British Approvals Service for Cables (BASEC) spells out its range of services by providing an outline of its schemes online for the first time.

News from BASEC ( 1 June 2007)

Charities score with Laidlaw Scott football

Building and Maintenance contractor Laidlaw Scott, a member company of the Scottish Building Federation, held its annual charity football tournament recently in Glasgow.

News from Scottish Building Federation ( 1 June 2007)

Trussed rafter industry braced for rise in demand

Revisions to the British Standard for the design of trussed rafter roofs looks set to encourage the more widespread use of trussed rafters for non-domestic use.

News from Trussed Rafter Association (31 May 2007)

IPHE on Energy White Paper

Technical background article The Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering believes smart metering will help consumers understand their energy usage better and hence encourage them to be more energy efficient.

News from Institute of Plumbing & Heating Engineering (30 May 2007)

IOSH backs smarter working campaign

Technical background article The Institution of Occupational Safety and Health is latest supporter of Work Wise UK, the major five-year initiative that aims to bring about a fundamental change in working practices.

News from Work Wise UK (30 May 2007)

New board members for The Tile Association

The Tile Association represents all aspects of the wall and floor tile industry in the UK, from manufacture to installation.

News from The Tile Association (28 May 2007)

Spectra Displays commitment to the environment

Spectra Displays increasing re-use and recycling and reducing the amount of WEEE going to landfill.

News from Spectra Displays (28 May 2007)

New CIOB-CIH joint awarding body

CIOB-CIH joint awarding body will offer coherent programme of education for housing maintenance, repairs and development professionals.

News from Chartered Institute of Building [CIOB] (28 May 2007)

Smarter working solution to workplace inclusion

Technical background article Final day of Work Wise Week focused upon the social benefits of new smarter working practices.

News from Work Wise UK (28 May 2007)

New Deputy Director for Property Care Association

Property Care Association strengthening managerial team with the appointment of Stephen Hodgson as Deputy Director.

News from Property Care Association (25 May 2007)

No more loft conversions warns FMB

Technical background article Proposed positive changes to planning system will in fact make it worse for those wanting a loft conversion warns Federation of Master Builders, who are forming a loft action group.

News from Federation of Master Builders (FMB) (25 May 2007)

Landlords get behind Energy agenda

Technical background article British Property Federation has reasserted its support for measures to reduce the carbon footprint of offices and other commercial property.

News from British Property Federation (25 May 2007)

IiP Award by Scottish Building Federation

Liam McKeating has been awarded a prestigious Investors in People Award in recognition of its commitment to its staff and facilitating continuous improvement.

News from Scottish Building Federation (25 May 2007)

Coronis Technology for wireless sensor networks

Coronis Systems announce strategic partnership with leading wireless sensor networks integrator, Mesh Systems.

News from Coronis Systems (25 May 2007)

CIOB response to HIP farce

Technical background article Government's decision to delay the implementation date is destroying credibility in the Home Information Pack which is close to becoming a farce.

News from Chartered Institute of Building [CIOB] (25 May 2007)

BPF Conference sees political planning face-off

Politicians and industry leaders used the British Property Federation's annual conference to air their views on the new planning white paper.

News from British Property Federation (24 May 2007)

Planning reforms will reduce the carbon footprint

Technical background article Federation of Master Builders welcomes Government's Planning White Paper, saying they will help first time buyers and those wanting to reduce the carbon footprint of their homes.