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When homeowners use a GGF Member company to carry out windows, doors or conservatory work, they are investing in professional workmanship and service of the very highest standard. Companies requiring flat glass or glazing products from a GGF Member can also be assured they are dealing with the best companies in the industry. So if you are wanting to improve your home or property, or simply need a glass and glazing product or service, why not browse our directory and contact a GGF Member Company in your area.
We repair PVCu and aluminium windows, doors & conservatories. We install or supply all PVCu and aluminium products. Manufacture, Install or supply double glazed units and glass cut to size. Emergency Glazing, shop fronts.
Curtain Walling aluminium systems.
Repair or replace conservatory roof’s. Replace guttering on roof.
Family Business since 1998. All DGU renewals and repairs. UPVC windows and doors supplied and fitted. All general property maintenance.
Turkington manufacture & install quality PVC & aluminium windows, doors, conservatories & curtain walling to both domestic and commercial customers throughout Ireland. We’ve been in business since 1951, we offer a full 10year guarantee and provide A-Rated and Secured by Design windows as standard.
Having been formed over 27 years ago, we are Guernsey’s longest established local glazing businesses.
We supply and install both aluminium and PVCu frames in both double and triple glazed. All our products are guaranteed and comply to the latest building regulations.
We offer FREE no obligation quotes and are very competitive.
Any size of project can be undertaken both commercial and domestic.
Our staff are very experienced in their field and can offer fair and un-biased advice when trying to choose which product would be best suited to your needs or application.
Having completed thousands of local installations, our past customers are our best referee’s and we rely on their praise and referrals for more business.
Being members of the GGF, Conservatory Association and The Guild of Master Craftsman, you can be sure of good work.
After all – ‘Service’ is our middle name !
Give us a ring today and we will be happy to make an appointment to come and see you.
Small Family Business Established 31 Years,Built on Customer Recommendation.We Manufacture & Install UPVC Windows,Doors,Patios,Porches & Conservatories. Warm Friendly Service Offering the Very Highest Quality & Standards. State of The Art Security. No Subcontractors We Only Use Our Own Employees.
Quality competitvely priced uPVC & aluminium windows, doors & conservatories make Somerton Windows the ideal choice. Composite doors available with a wide range glass designs. Toughened glass for balustrades, Juliet baconies as well as many other applications. A full glass cutting service available.
A&B Asset has over 30 years of experience in the windows doors and conservatory home-improvement market and has built up a solid reputation in the eastern region. We supply high-quality products installed by specialist teams for both domestic and commercial customers. But that’s not all, for almost 30 years we have been manufacturing windows, doors and conservatories, too, and we are now known not just for our quality but commitment, too.
Badger Windows Ltd a long established manufacturer & installer of high quality, value for money, energy efficient PVC-U Windows, Doors, Porches, Sash Windows, Conservatories together with Composite Doors in the West Midlands for the Birmingham, Solihull,Redditch,Bromsgrove & Sutton Coldfield areas.
As the UK’s leading specialist in emergency glazing, lock replacement and door repair services, Evander carries out around 95,000 property visits each year across residential, commercial and public sector properties. With more than 300 directly employed professionals operating from 15 regional service centres, we deliver fast, expert support nationwide, often attending within hours.
Our core services include:
All work is delivered to high industry standards and backed by FENSA accreditation and ISO 9001 certification. With over 50 years of experience, Evander is trusted by insurers, homeowners and businesses nationwide.
Trading for over 37 years in the East Anglian region, Broadland Windows have established an unsurpassed reputation for craftsman quality hardwood and aluminium windows and doors. Bifold doors and bespoke screens in any colour
Broadland Windows have been undertaking Commercial Fenestration works for over 30years. The installation teams have CSCS skill cards and are experienced in refurbishment and new works. We have undertaken works for many local authorities in the region including, Northamptonshire C.C, Suffolk C.C, Norfolk C.C and Cambridgeshire C.C. Our Client base include the major Building Contractors in the region such as Mansell, Kier, Jackson, Willmott Dixon & Laing. The Company is a valuable member of many supply chain partnerships and currently contributing to the refurbishment of many Schools and Public Buildings in the region.
Bude Windows & Conservatories Ltd are located on Kings Hill Industrial Estate in Bude where we have an extensive showroom showcasing a range of Conservatories, Composite doors, PVC casement and sliding sash windows, aluminium and hardwood windows members of Trustmark and Fensa.
CR Windows is a family run business operating in and around the Bristol area for over 35 years.
CR Windows offer an extensive choice of windows, doors and conservatories, whilst providing options and designs in a variety of colours and finishes. With a wealth of experience of design, manufacturing and installation of our products, we are experts within our field.
CR Windows is one of the regions largest retail fabricators and this is a fact that we are very proud of. We manufacture our own products and we are therefore able to provide the complete solution for all customers, which is backed up with an independent 10 year warranty, providing you with total piece of mind.
Please take your time to explore our website to find out more about our windows, box sash/vertical sliding windows, front doors, rear doors, French doors, sliding doors, bi-folding doors and conservatories, etc.
We are proud to be Bristol’s ONLY manufacturer and installer of the ‘A’ and ‘C’ energy rated windows. Our windows are proven to not only reduce your heating bills but also to help you to reduce your carbon footprint..
We trust that the information provided is comprehensive and if you would like assistance with your design/specification then please contact us for a free no obligation quotation.
Our showroom displays our full product portfolio so why not visit us & see for yourself why we are indeed experts within our industry.
We continue to be a family run business that offers you all the support and infrastructure of a national company, coupled with the expertise and personal touch which makes CR Windows the Number One choice for customers.
www.crwindows.co.uk
Hadrian Window Systems is committed to offering a complete service before, during and after installation. A client’s relationship with the Company begins with competitively priced and detailed quotations, and continues after installation is complete, to ensure total satisfaction.
Glass and Glazing Company with staff experience of over 100 years.
Bespoke installation of Bathroom – Shower Enclosures and Mirrors.
New Windows and Doors – UPVc and Wooden.
Solar Control and Safety Films.
Safety Glass – Fire Glass – Decorative Glass.
Continuing delays at Gateway 2 are increasing pressure on cashflow and putting the construction supply chain at risk, according to the Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF).
The warning was made by Mike Butterick, President of the GGF at the launch of The Glass & Glazing Collective at the Houses of Parliament on October 28th.
Speaking to an audience of politicians, including keynote speaker Chris McDonald, Minister for Industry in the Department of Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ), and industry drawn from glass manufacturing, processing, recyclers and the wider construction sector, Mike warned that companies were going out of business despite having healthy order books.
He said while the GGF and its members were fully supportive of the regulatory and legislative framework regarding Gateway 2 and were committed to improving safety and compliance in buildings, it was also important that the Government held up its side of the bargain, by making sure that regulators were properly resourced.
According to an update from the Building Safety Regultor in October, it still has 91 historic new build applications waiting for Gateway 2 approval.
“The frameworks were put in place to improve safety and quality of buildings. They were not put in place to reduce economic activity at a time when we all want economic growth”, Mike said.
He also set out the GGF’s position on VAT on windows and doors arguing it should be rated at the same level as other insulating building products and renewables.
He said that against the backdrop of the move to renewables improving the thermal performance of UK homes “just made sense”
He argued that homeowners needed to be incentivised to replace many older double-glazed windows and doors which might look good, but which fell significantly short of today’s high performing windows and doors.
“We provide great insulators. They save energy, and that’s still the number one reason why people replace their old windows and doors.
“But there are 80,000,000 first generation double glazed windows in the housing stock that don’t perform very well – those 80 million windows need replacing”, he said.
Mike built on this in a subsequent point on sustainability and circularity. He said: “If you remember those 80 million windows, well the good news is our industry recovers the materials in those old windows and recycles them, including the glass which is infinitely recyclable ,without any detriment to the performance of the product and to the quality of the product.
“It makes replacing those 80 million plus windows is the right thing to do, because we’ve got the circularity, the economic circularity system, in place.”
He also highlighted the economic and social value of the glass and glazing industry which he said turned over in excess of £5bn annually, while providing skilled employment for more than 100,000 people, with 80% of fenestration products manufactured in the UK.
This extened to a societal value, with windows and doors not only saving energy but also contributing to home security. He flagged the expected consultation on a revision of Document Q, which he stated included proposals to extend new build window security standards to the replacement and home improvement sectors.
“If we did that, it would mean, as a standard, our industry would provide the highest security performing windows and doors, and that takes pressure off the police and off our legal systems, because it’s proven that high security products reduce domestic break in and burglary”, he said.
The Glass & Glazing Collective is a broad-church collaboration between the GGF, British Glass, Glass Futures and the Worshipful Company of Glass Sellers of London. It aims to unite the UK’s leading glass and glazing organisations and industry to champion the role that the sector plays in Britain’s industrial strength and net zero ambitions.
Other speakers included David Baines, MP for St Helens North and Sarah Champion MP for Rotheram, who highlighted the vital role the glass sector played in the UK economy and security. The event was also attended by Neil Coyle MP for Southwark and Bermondsey.
“The glass and glazing Federation is the only organization that represents all parts of our industry. So window systems, manufacturers, fabricators, installers, hardware suppliers, glass processors, flat glass manufacturers, and more besides”, Mike continued.
“We’ve got huge knowledge and experience. In recent years, we’ve been providing expert technical advice to support government.
“It’s really important that we nurture that and we do more across more government departments so that together, we can navigate the complexities and the challenges that we all face . . . to accelerate the economic and social value of what we do as an industry, because we do it so well”, he concluded.
For more information about the GGF and how it can support your business’ growth, please visit www.ggf.org.uk or call 0207 939 9100.
John Warren
We’re delighted to announce that the GGF have been invited to a brand-new session, ‘Meet the Experts’ hosted by The Joinery Network this Friday 20th June.
TJN recently announced a launch of a brand-new series, in addition to ‘The Joinery Hour’, called Meet the Experts starting this Friday, at 8am.
Following the announcement of our strategic partnership at this year’s FIT Show, the GGF and TJN are coming together to explore the important role of timber products in today’s market – and what the future holds!
Our very own Managing Director Ben Wallace and Head of Commercial and Operations Lauren Mawford will be joining the discussion, talking about how we’re collaborating to best support the timber window and door industry and the benefits of joining GGF Membership if you work in this sector.
Andy Ball, Sales and Marketing Director at TJN, said: “On 20 June, we’re kicking off a brand-new season of monthly sessions called Meet the Experts, and what could be more exciting than starting with not just one, but two special guests – Ben Wallace and Lauren Mawford, both from GGF.
“The timing is spot on. Interest in timber has increased massively over the past few years. With GGF establishing a dedicated timber group, this builds on the momentum we’re already seeing.
“Timber windows and doors aren’t just for hard-to-treat properties anymore. We’re seeing growing demand from homeowners looking to restore timber in period properties, and many are choosing timber for new builds and extensions due to its sustainability and aesthetic appeal.
“Demand for timber is definitely on the rise, and both installation and manufacturing companies moving into timber can expect the same support and benefits enjoyed by other GGF members.”
Andy added: “This promises to be an exciting session, and it will include a Q&A segment for attendees.”
You don’t want to miss this brand-new session, led by the experts! Register for The Joinery Hour here
As part of our ongoing mission to support every corner and facet of the fenestration industry, we’re delighted to announce a brand-new partnership with timber experts The Joinery Network!
The Joinery Network are a cooperative of specialist companies that provide a complete range of products and services for businesses that manufacture or install timber windows and doors.
By providing access to its Lignum fully-certified independent timber window and door system, expert training and technical support, TJN empowers manufacturers and the trade to grow their businesses with confidence. From superior energy-efficient, high-security products to marketing support and compliance documentation, The Joinery Network ensures companies have everything they need to succeed in a competitive market.
Through this collaboration, the joint voices of both the GGF and TJN can create a more robust and influential voice for the timber sector. Timber continues to represent a significant portion of the industry as a whole, and is subject to the same challenges, regulations and opportunities, as well as having its own distinct needs.
As part of the partnership, we’ll be launching a new Timber Group for both members of TJN and the GGF community. The group will be run by the GGF Technical Team and have two meetings a year to discuss the very latest updates affecting the sector. The inaugural Timber Group meeting will take place next month in June.
TJN licence holders will be able to join the Timber Group once they have become GGF members, and we’re looking forward to welcoming new GGF members from across the timber sector, strengthening the GGF’s presence in this important part of the industry.
If you’re interested in further information, please get in touch with GGF Acting Head of Technical Kevin Jones at kjones@ggf.org.uk.
At CWD Improvements, we are more than just window and door fitters – we are City & Guilds trained carpenters with a passion for precision, quality, and craftsmanship. Unlike conventional fitters who may have undergone only a few months of training, our team has formal qualifications and years of hands-on experience in producing, designing, and fitting bespoke windows and doors.
With a commitment to exceptional service and high-quality products, we ensure that every installation is carried out with precision, care, and professionalism.
1. Do you agree with government’s preferred position of using new alternative Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) metrics following EPC reform as the basis for higher Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) for privately rented homes?
We agree with this approach as it would be consistent with the proposed EPC reforms.
2. Government would welcome views on options for setting future MEES against a combination of new EPC metrics. Do you agree with government’s preferred approach of having a requirement to meet a primary standard set against the fabric performance metric and then a secondary standard set against either the smart readiness metric or heating system metric, with landlord discretion on which secondary metric their property meets?
We agree with the preferred approach that landlords should be required to meet a standard set against the fabric performance metric as a primary standard.
It is important that a ‘fabric-first’ approach is undertaken as a primary measure, before considering any secondary measures such as changing the heating systems or the introduction of smart-readiness.
Windows and doors must be considered as a Fabric measure as this will be an opportunity to replace those that are an early generation and poorly performing. Older double-glazed windows allow three times as much heat loss compared to modern high-performance double or triple-glazed windows.
It is estimated by the Glass & Glazing Federation (GGF) that there are over 80 million double-glazed windows in the UK housing stock that do not comply with current Building Regulation standards. It is imperative that these windows are upgraded to improve the fabric performance of homes and prevent energy being wasted through poor insulation.
Simple checks can be undertaken to determine the age of windows and doors and the corresponding thermal performance. The FENSA (Competent Persons Schemes) database holds information on over 16 million replacement window and door installations in England and Wales. In addition, the presence of energy efficient low-emissivity glass can be detected using low-cost hand-held ‘matchbox sized’ glass coating detectors. Both of these methods can easily be used by EPC Assessors without adding significant complexity or time.
Effective windows and doors are more important than ever as we transition to low carbon heating systems such as heat pumps to retain the heat from radiators working at a lower temperature compared to conventional heating systems. If windows and doors are not upgraded at the same time as the installation of a heat pump, then the running costs can become high compared to current conventional heating systems which will lead to tenant and homeowner dissatisfaction and resistance to change.
Fabric improvements including replacing windows and doors will benefit tenants by lowering energy costs and could maximise future rental opportunities for landlords as potential tenants increasingly search for more energy efficient properties.
We have a thriving UK based window and door industry the majority of which are based in North of England. Over 100,000 skilled jobs are supported in the industry, the supply chain is reliable and secure and is an important contributor to the UK economy.
3. What are your views on the alternative approaches of:
Alternative 1: A requirement to meet a standard set against dual metrics of equal weighting. The standard would be set against dual metrics including two of the following: fabric performance, heating system and smart readiness.
We do not agree that the proposed metrics for heating systems and smart readiness should have the same weighting as that of fabric performance.
If this were to the case it could lead to landlords making incorrect decisions such as replacing the heating system when the fabric is poor and would do little to address heat escaping from the property and the resulting increase in energy bills for occupants.
Occupants are very concerned about the cost-of-living, and the financial pressure of energy utility bills is especially concerning and urgent for many people living in rented accommodation; it is very important that measures are implemented wherever possible to alleviate this pressure for tenants.
Alternative 2: A requirement to meet an overarching standard set against all three metrics of fabric performance, heating system, and smart readiness, either through improvements across all standards or through landlords concentrating improvements against one or two standards.
We do not agree with this alternative because it is likely to result in landlords inadvertently addressing heat decarbonisation measures without any impact on fuel poverty alleviation.
4. Do you have any alternative suggestions for how government could utilise new EPC metrics as the basis for MEES, such as a single metric approach (e.g. fabric or cost based?) Please provide a rationale with your answer.
No.
5. Do you agree with government’s proposal to increase the maximum required investment for Private Rented Sector (PRS) MEES to £15,000 per property and for landlords to be able to register an exemption if expenditure would take them over this figure? If not, please set out whether you consider a cap should apply and how; and if so, what level you consider the cap should be set at and why (whether this is the 2020 proposal of £10,000 or another figure). Please explain your answer.
We agree with this proposal. A lower figure (e.g. the 2020 proposal of £10,000), would definitely limit a landlords ambition to improve the energy efficiency of their properties and stop them implementing several measures at the same time.
6. Should government extend the exemption period for the cost cap to ten years? If not, how long do you think the cost cap exemption should last? Please explain your answer.
No. We believe that ten years is too long to postpone further improvements to meet the minimum standards. We support the retention of the current exemption period of five years otherwise a huge opportunity to reduce carbon emissions associated with the property and energy bills for the tenants will be missed.
7. Do you agree with government’s preferred implementation timeline to require ‘new tenancies’ to meet the higher standard from 2028 and ‘all tenancies’ to meet the higher standard by 2030? If not, do you have alternative suggestions?
With reluctance, we recognise that the revised implementation timeline may be necessary to allow sufficient time for landlords to meet the new requirements. With the housing stock in the UK, widely recognised as being the worst in Western Europe we must seize the opportunity to introduce this key action to improve the energy performance of the existing housing stock.
8. Do you agree with government’s proposal that, as an EPC reform transition measure, landlords should be able to demonstrate their properties are compliant with the existing standard of EPC E using their past EPC?
We believe that it would make sense to upgrade old EPCs given the proposal to update the EPC assessment methodology to a more accurate system.
9. Do you agree properties that have an EPC rating of C against the EER on EPCs before 2026 should be recognised as compliant with the future standard until their EPC expires or is replaced?
We believe that it would make sense to upgrade old EPCs given the proposal to update the EPC assessment methodology to a more accurate system.
10. Do you agree with government’s proposal to require landlords to commission a new EPC before taking action to comply with higher MEES?
Yes
10.1. Should the cost of this new EPC be included within the cost cap?
Yes
10.2. Should landlords still be required to commission post-improvement EPCs? If yes, should the cost of the post-improvement EPC also be included within the cost cap?
Yes
11. Should government develop an affordability exemption? If yes, what eligibility criteria would be the most appropriate for an affordability exemption? Please indicate which, if any, of the proposed approaches you support or otherwise provide alternative suggestions.
We do not agree that exemptions should be necessary, provided that a sensible timeframe is proposed.
12. Should government apply the PRS MEES Regulations to short-term lets? Please explain your answer.
If because of the outcome of the consultation on ‘Reforms to the Energy Performance of Buildings Regime’, short-term lets are required to have an EPC, then we agree that they should be included in the scope of the PRS Regulations. Short term lets should be subject to the same energy performance requirements as longer term rental properties to address the below par UK building stock.
13. What actions could government take, including changes to the law to encourage or require smart meters in properties undergoing efficiency upgrades, to increase the number of smart meters installed in the PRS? Please provide your rationale and evidence for any suggestions for actions you have.
No comment
14. Do you think the current MEES exemptions available to landlords are suitable? 14.1. Are there other circumstances, not covered by the current MEES exemptions regime, where you think government should consider making exemptions for?
By raising the cost cap to £15,000 more properties will be captured compared to the current requirements. Any exemptions should be last resort otherwise we will fail to address the serious challenge of improving the existing building stock.
15. Do you agree with government’s preferred position to keep a potential requirement on lettings agents and online property platforms under review whilst the PRS Database is being developed for properties in England?
Yes.
16. Do you have any new evidence to submit regarding the topics as summarised in Chapter 2 of this consultation? Please specify which topic you are providing new evidence for.
No comment
17. Is there any additional information or evidence you would like to provide on either the effectiveness of the existing PRS regulations 2015 and guidance, or interactions with other policies?
No comment
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Scotia Windows & Doors Manufacture & Supply
Scotia have manufactured and installed high quality Double Glazing since 1983 and provides employment for over 220 people working from our 150,000 sq ft double factory campus in Ayrshire for Scotland. We have Office/Factory locations Ayrshire & Alva (Clackmannanshire) to serve our ever increasing client base.
Scotia Windows & Doors Manufacture & Supply
Scotia have manufactured and installed high quality Double Glazing since 1983 and provides employment for over 220 people working from our 150,000 sq ft double factory campus in Ayrshire for Scotland. We have Office/Factory locations Ayrshire & Alva (Clackmannanshire) to serve our ever increasing client base.
Scotia Windows & Doors Manufacture & Supply
Scotia have manufactured and installed high quality Double Glazing since 1983 and provides employment for over 220 people working from our 150,000 sq ft double factory campus in Ayrshire for Scotland. We have Office/Factory locations Ayrshire & Alva (Clackmannanshire) to serve our ever increasing client base.
This week the UK Government released the final Grenfell inquiry. The GGF welcomes the report and are fully supportive of any and all findings within it. It will be imperative the construction sector comes together to showcase its ability to implement any and all findings from the report quickly and effectively.
The GGF will liaise with Government, and act as a focal point for discussions, to advise on the glass and glazing industry’s expertise and capacity to deliver work at pace on any major construction programmes across the UK.
Group Consumer Press Response
The report is a crucial document that the GGF are fully supportive of. The whole construction industry must come together to support the Building Safety Regulator and ensure homes, offices and public buildings are safe.
We will provide advice to government on the latest methods of glass and glazing within construction and ensure access to the necessary technical expertise within the industry when required.
What Are FENSA’s/GGF’s Immediate Thoughts on the Inquiry Findings?
Grenfell must be used as a catalyst for change. The inquiry’s findings to date have been fair and accurate and the final report will provide the industry with a manifesto for improvements in a whole host of areas.
Is Our Industry To Blame At All?
No. There is no evidence to suggest the windows were not fitted in line with building regulations. The fire’s spread and the resulting loss of life were the result of a combination of failures in building materials, construction practices, regulatory oversight and emergency response alongside a lack of competence around product information and traceability.
While the windows and doors might have played a role in the building’s overall fire safety performance, they were not the primary cause of the fire’s rapid spread. The focus of the post-Grenfell investigations and subsequent reforms has been on the systemic issues, particularly the use of unsafe cladding and insulation materials, regulatory gaps and the need for comprehensive fire safety measures in high-rise buildings.
What Can We Learn As An Industry From Grenfell?
Every sector within construction will have to critically reflect and glass and glazing is no different. It’s imperative that we take the findings from the inquiry, implement all suggested changes and ensure we have a systematic approach, based on empirical evidence, to guarantee it never happens again.
What Has The Industry Done Since Grenfell To Ensure It Can’t Happen Again?
Since the fire in 2017 there have been numerous measures implemented to prevent a similar tragedy from occurring. These changes span regulatory reforms, safety protocols and industry practice. They all aim to address the failures that contributed to the disaster.
Have H&S Standards Improved Since Grenfell?
Yes. Significantly. The tragedy highlighted critical deficiencies in fire safety and building regulations. One of the most notable changes has been the introduction of stricter regulations regarding the use of combustible materials in the construction of high-rise buildings. The UK government has banned the use of such materials in the exterior walls of new residential buildings over 18 meters tall, as well as in hospitals, care homes and student accommodation.
Additionally, new legislation like the Building Safety Act 2022 places clear responsibilities on those involved in the design, construction, and management of buildings. These measures aim to ensure that safety considerations are integrated into every stage of the building process. A new Gateway system for Higher Risk Buildings (HRB’s) provides the mechanism by which a construction project can pass through stages of planning, building control approval and completion stage. This robust process means that the regulatory regime for HRB’s will put resident’s safety first.
Furthermore, the introduction of mandatory building safety case reviews and the requirement for building owners to demonstrate ongoing compliance with safety regulations have reinforced the commitment to high safety standards. The establishment of a new building products regulator to oversee the safety and performance of construction products is another significant development. These reforms collectively represent a substantial improvement in health and safety standards, fostering a culture of safety that prioritises the well-being of occupants and workers in the building industry.
What Impact Do FENSA/GGF See The Building Safety Regulator Having On Our Industry?
The Building Safety Regulator (BSR) will have a profound impact on our industry. The more rigorous inspections and higher accountability for developers, contractors, and property managers etc will have long term implications for us. Companies will need to invest in training and qualifications to meet these new standards, potentially leading to increased costs in the short term but ultimately resulting in safer, more resilient buildings.
Another significant impact of the BSR will hopefully be the enhancement of transparency and trust within the industry. The clear guidance and oversight provided will help streamline processes and reduce any ambiguity surrounding safety requirements. This increased clarity will benefit everyone by fostering a culture of safety and compliance. Moreover, the BSR’s role in investigating and addressing safety concerns will likely drive innovation as companies seek new materials, technologies and methods to meet requirements more efficiently.
Overall, while the introduction of the Building Safety Regulator will necessitate adjustments and potentially significant upfront investments, it will ultimately lead to higher safety standards and improved industry practices.
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