All articles by Michael Ridley, Watts & Partners
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When disaster strikes
New changes to rules governing the construction of buildings introduced following a serious fire in Scotland are set to have a huge impact on landlords.
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Stretching the envelope
Active cladding systems can reduce energy costs, greenhouse emissions and improve the environment. Organisers have got to grips with the principles involved, so should surveyors
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Asbestos controls to tighten
Building Surveying New legislation placing greater duties on occupiers of non-domestic buildings will put control of asbestos under increased scrutiny
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The new generation of commercial buildings
Appraising modern commercial buildings An appraising team needs to consider three main issues: how the building was designed to perform, how it performs and how this will suit a new occupier In modern buildings a 'logbook' may include the original brief, as-built drawings, health and safety data, ...
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Getting on track for railway surveying
The rail estate Project management in this environment poses particular challenges for building surveyors and brings them into contact with new disciplines Planning solutions need to be fast, cost-effective and maintenance-free without jeopardising safety management
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Property advisers slip into the supply chain
Ministry of Defence's procurement The evolution of procurement in the Ministry of Defence is entering a new phase of development to secure major cost reduction on a year-on-year basis Professional services will be treated like any other part of the MoD's supply ...
