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Answers to frequently asked questions on Approved Document S, which sets standards for installation of electric vehicle charge points or cable routes.
The UK Government will introduce new world-leading legislation to ban wet wipes containing plastic.
First published during the 2022 to 2024 Sunak Conservative government
The government introduced a number of measures through the Levelling Up and Regeneration Act 2023 to incentivise the prompt build-out of housing sites. This update outlines recent progress in the implementation of these measures and next steps.
Find answers to questions about space junk, the risk to satellites in orbit, and how space sustainability can help, as well as the UK Space Agency's work to address these issues.
First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government
Unlocking expert knowledge and developing a range of feasible potential scenarios enables a wider understanding of both threats and opportunities.
Interim report on how to promote and increase the use of high-quality design for new build homes and neighbourhoods.
The Building Safety Fund (BSF) provides funding to fix life safety fire risks associated with cladding in buildings over 18 metres high. This guide explains the process.
We are seeking views on proposals to increase housing supply in London by building upwards while protecting open spaces and the green belt.
First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government
Guidance about meeting the building regulations, given by decisions on appeals against refusals by local authorities to relax or dispense with one or more requirements of the regulations.
Commonly used references to identify cases used by the offices of the Royal Courts of Justice and Rolls Building.
Measures to ensure fire safety matters are incorporated at the planning stage for schemes involving a relevant high-rise residential building.
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