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Are Site Waste Management Plans Still Required?
Site Waste Management Plan (SWMP) A Site Waste Management Plan (SWMP) is used to plan, implement, monitor

The Role of Pre-Demolition Audits in the Circular Economy
Paving the Way for Sustainable Construction In an era defined by climate responsibility and resource scarcity, the

Successful Pre-Demolition Audits in the UK
Real-world insights from WPS Compliance Consulting At WPS Compliance Consulting, we know that good planning lays the

BREEAM UK New Construction: Residential – Elevating Sustainability Standards
On April 16, 2025, the Building Research Establishment (BRE) launched BREEAM UK New Construction: Residential V6.1, replacing

Construction Products Reform Green Paper: What It Means for UK Developers
The UK government has released the Construction Products Reform Green Paper, initiating a 12-week consultation aimed at

A Step-by-Step Guide to Conducting a Pre-Demolition Audit
As the construction industry places increasing emphasis on sustainability, environmental compliance, and cost efficiency, Pre-Demolition Audits have

Top Materials Recovered During Pre-Demolition Audits
Pre-demolition audits are an essential part of sustainable construction and demolition strategies. These assessments identify which materials

How to Choose the Right Pre-Demolition Audit Service
Pre-demolition audits are no longer just a best practice — they’re essential for ensuring environmental compliance, minimizing

Key Regulations and Standards for Pre-Demolition Audits in the UK
As the construction industry shifts toward more sustainable practices, pre-demolition audits have become a critical step in

Understanding Pre-Demolition Audits – A Complete Guide
What is a Pre-Demolition Audit? A pre-demolition audit is a vital step in ensuring the sustainable management

The Cost Benefits of Pre-Demolition Audits for Construction Projects
Every construction project generates waste, but without a clear understanding of how much and what type, businesses

How Pre-Demolition Audits Help Reduce Construction Waste
The construction and demolition (C&D) industry plays a crucial role in the UK’s economic growth and infrastructure

Illegal Workers in Construction – CCS Spotlight
The Considerate Constructors Scheme (CCS) have updated their semi-annual ‘Spotlight’ feature to focus on Illegal Working.

DEFRA Delays DRS Scheme
DEFRA have announced that the UK’s Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) will be delayed till October 2027 rather than October 2025.

Landfill Tax Increase
As a part of the Spring Budget,
there will be an increase in the standard rate of Landfill tax.

The Building Safety Act
The Building Safety Act (BSA) aims to improve building safety standards in the construction industry.

New Charges for Waste Shipment Regulations
The Environment Agency (EA) have introduced a “fairer” system, where charges for regulating international waste shipments have been amended.

Determination of Environmental Permits for New Waste Incineration Facilities Paused
The determination of environmental permits for new waste incineration facilities has been temporarily paused.

UK-Wide Ban On Wet Wipes Containing Plastic
The sale and supply of wet wipes containing plastic across the UK are to be banned by the UK Government.

Workplace Recycling Regulations
What are they? The Workplace Recycling Regulations are a piece of new legislation passed by the Welsh

Climate Change Risk Assessments for Permitted Sites – Are you prepared?
Do you hold an environmental permit? All regulated facilities that hold an environmental permit issued by the

Net-Zero Cement (EvoZero)
Net-Zero Cement (EvoZero) The world’s first carbon captured net-zero cement has been launched by Heidelberg Materials. Their

Timber Construction
The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) have stated that utilising timber in construction will

Unlimited Financial Penalties for Environmental Offences
“Polluters must always pay”. Department for Environment, Food, & Rural Affairs (Defra) have announced changes to the