Government gives councils extra rough sleeper support

The Government is giving an extra £10 million to councils to find accommodation for rough sleepers throughout the lockdown period and ensure they are registered with a GP. The Government has said this will ensure more people can be protected... View Article

No increase in regulator’s fees from April

Social landlords in England have been informed that they will not be facing an increase in their fees payable to the regulator in the next financial year. The Regulator of Social Housing has written to all registered providers saying the... View Article

Snickers Workwear High-Performance Jackets

Workwear – Protectivewear – Performancewear – Leisurewear. With street-smart designs for men and women, all Snickers Workwear jackets include must-have features that focus on fit and freedom of movement as well as using innovative fabrics that deliver long lasting protection... View Article

Gas safety in 2021

Joe Beesley of CORGI explores how landlords can stay on the right side of gas safety regulations. In 2020, a new problem significantly exacerbated the age-old problem of access to residents’ homes to perform gas safety checks and repairs and... View Article

How schools can re-open with hygiene in mind

The government has made the reopening of schools high priority in the road to pandemic recovery – with schools and colleges officially re-opening on 8th March. Consequently, opening schools in the safest and most hygienic way possible will be one... View Article

AKW are open for business

Here at AKW we are open for business, delivering nationwide and excited to announce the launch of our brand-new electric care shower. The new AKW SmartCare Lever offers all the contemporary styling of the SmartCare Plus, but with an easy-to-use... View Article

The leading cause of mould is excess moisture

Mould is the sign of a humid environment and a lack of ventilation, which can bring a range of risks to both the property and the occupant. Mould and mildew can cause respiratory infections and a damp environment can aggravate... View Article

EDGE Scores Top Marks for BESA HIU Test

A hot topic since its launch around 4 years ago, the BESA heat interface unit test standard is a ‘must’ for confirmation of performance for UK heat network installations. Essco are delighted to announce their HIU results that include a... View Article
One size does not fit all

One size does not fit all

John Mellor of Glidevale Protect explains why specification matters in roofing membrane and ventilation products. Specifying pitched roofing underlays for new build or refurbishment projects is often a confusing subject with so many options available on the market, each offering... View Article