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PAS 8700: Frequently Asked Questions
PAS 8700 is the UK’s first fast-tracked standard focused on delivering housing through Modern Methods of Construction (MMC). Developed...

Gaynor
Jul 231 min read
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The Offsite Alliance Welcomes the UK’s New Industrial Strategy: A Step Forward for Housing, Construction, and Growth
The Offsite Alliance Welcomes the UK’s New Industrial Strategy: A Step Forward for Housing, Construction, and Growth.

Gaynor
Jun 243 min read
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Small Sites, Big Opportunity: Why Rayner’s Plan Could Finally Unlock Social Housing at Scale
By Gaynor Tennant This week’s announcement from Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner offers a long-overdue shift in support for the very...

Gaynor
May 282 min read
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Building Capability: From Insights to Impact: A Blueprint for Offsite, Digital Construction and a Sustainable Future
The UK construction sector cannot afford to wait. Building Capability: From Insights to Impact sets out the steps needed to transform our workforce — and meet the scale of ambition demanded by housing, retrofit, net zero, and economic growth targets.

Gaynor
May 191 min read
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PAS 8700:2025 – Modern Methods of Construction in Housing
PAS 8700 is a newly developed Publicly Available Specification (PAS) created by BSI, with sponsorship from the Ministry of Housing,...

Gaynor
Apr 291 min read
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Akerlof's Strategic Action Plan for Combined Authorities
The UK Government is aiming to deliver the biggest boost to social and affordable housebuilding in a generation, presenting a hugely...

Gaynor
Apr 81 min read
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Avoiding the Monkey Trap: Learning from MMC’s Recent Lessons
Over the past few years, we've seen a surge of enthusiasm for new approaches in construction—ambitious solutions aimed at transforming...

Egan Bennet Architecture
Feb 133 min read
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Industrial Strategy Green Paper - Vision for Economic Growth
The Industrial Strategy Green Paper outlines the UK government's vision for fostering economic growth through strategic investments and...

Gaynor
Nov 24, 20241 min read
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Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham officially opens Tenmat’s state-of-the-art Fire Test Centre & Training Academy
On Tuesday the 22nd October the Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham officially unveiled Tenmat’s new Fire Test Centre & Training...

Tenmat
Nov 3, 20243 min read
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Brewers specialist team help suppliers meet the set regulations with new product
Home to the largest range of high-quality paint, wallpaper, and woodcare supplies, Brewers has been the destination for decorating for...

Brewers Decorators
Oct 31, 20243 min read
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The wait is nearly over for London Build Fire & Security Expo co-hosted with LondonBuild Expo to open show doors on Nov 20th & 21st
Excitement is building within the fire safety and building security industries as we approach the opening of the London Build Fire &...

London Build
Oct 28, 20243 min read
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The UK’s largest community of construction industry ambassadors returns to London Build Expo on November 20th & 21st
London Build, the UK’s leading and largest construction show will be back at Olympia London this November and this year it is doubling in...

London Build
Oct 21, 20243 min read
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Hands-on cavity tray training for the NHBC - Delivered by Glidevale Protect
Leading building products manufacturer, Glidevale Protect has joined forces with the NHBC to support the next generation of industry...

Glidevale Protect
Aug 27, 20242 min read
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Tenmat collaborates with ACS Stainless Steel to launch Intexâ„¢ Masonry Support System
The Intexâ„¢ 4-in-1 Masonry Support System is the first of its kind to combine four critical components in one easy-to-fit design. The...

Tenmat
Aug 15, 20241 min read
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Elsi - Easi Space team up with Element Design to deliver new timber frame housing solution
The Easi Space team, along with partners Sam Bromley from Element Design, Mark White, and Chris Spiceley, have combined their expertise...

Easi Space
Jul 24, 20242 min read
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Glidevale Protect Publishes Roof Space Ventilation Technical Guidance
Glidevale Protect has released two visual technical guides to help specifiers and roofing contractors determine the correct roof space...

Glidevale Protect
Jul 12, 20241 min read
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Building Tomorrow - Insights from the pioneers of MMC standards
At the Offsite Alliance, one of our earliest goals was to help establish new standards for offsite construction. We are very proud to be...

Offsite Alliance
Jul 10, 20244 min read
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Glidevale Protect - boosts Sustainability at Swansea Social Housing Scheme
A range of trusted product solutions from leading manufacturer Glidevale Protect has been specified and installed to help create...

Glidevale Protect
Jun 4, 20243 min read
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Children in Crisis: Confronting the Stark Reality of England's Housing Emergency
An unstable home environment can significantly impact children across various aspects of their lives, from emotional and psychological well-

Gaynor
May 15, 20243 min read
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Fire protection is key for new FrameSafe FR membrane
Leading manufacturer Glidevale Protect has launched Protect FrameSafe FR - a new Class A2-s1, d0 flame retardant external wall breather...

Glidevale Protect
Apr 18, 20242 min read
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