Author Archives: Andrew

The Building Safety Act 2022: A Paradigm Shift for Specialist Surveyors and Engineers

At a recent industry forum, Sandra Ashcroft, Head of Industry Competence and Culture Change within the Building Safety Division at the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), delivered a message of critical importance to the built environment sector. Her directive was unambiguous: the Building Safety Act 2022 (BSA 2022) is not legislation restricted solely to high-rise […]

ISSE News Update — Government Consultation on Home Buying & Selling Reform

As a member of the Construction Industry Council and a leading voice for independent professionals, the ISSE alerts all members to the Government’s newly published consultation on Home Buying and Selling Reform. The timing of this release, immediately preceding the festive period, presents a challenge to effective industry scrutiny. However, given the magnitude of the […]

Autumn Budget 2025: Key Impacts for Specialist Surveyors and Engineers

The Autumn Budget 2025 has landed, and while the headlines focus on the broader economy, the devil is, as always, in the detail for professionals in our sector. Whether you are a specialist surveyor, a structural engineer, or a consultant running a micro-entity, these changes will impact how you manage your practice, your assets, and […]