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We all work, rest and play in a range of buildings – from our homes, schools, colleges, restaurants, pubs, clubs, leisure centres and hotels.
We all take it for granted the buildings we work, live in or visit are accessible, healthy and safe for us to use, but have you ever wondered whose…
The NFRC (National Federation of Roofing Contractors) has advised that due to the high demand for treated timber, there is now an abundance of sub-standard roofing battens within the UK market that are being marked, coloured and sold as compliant to BS 5534, when in fact they may be counterfeit.…
Data released by the London Assembly paints a bleak picture of diversity in the construction industry...
Analysis of Skills Funding Agency data has revealed that gender stereotypes continue to influence the male to female ratio of apprenticeships in industries that have traditionally been…
Here at LABC, we offer a range of accredited qualifications from levels 3 to 6 for Local Authority Building Control teams. Whether you want to top up your professional knowledge or learn something new, you can enrol onto one of our enriching qualifications and progress your career in building…
LABC welcomes the Building Safety Act which received Royal Assent last week. The 252-page bill, which started its passage through Parliament last July, will improve building standards, ensure the safety of residents, and protect leaseholders from the costs of any remedial work. The new Act sees the…
The project at Carrowbreck Meadow, Hellesdon, Norwich was awarded the title of Best High Volume New Housing Development at the Grand Final of the LABC Building Excellence Awards – one of the most recognised events on the building industry’s calendar.
A panel of industry experts judged a list of…
The new Aerospace Integration Research Centre (AIRC) at Cranfield University, Bedfordshire, constructed by R G Carter Building Ltd, designed by CPMG Architects Ltd and nominated by the local authority building control team from Central Bedfordshire Council was awarded the title of Best Large…
You’re invited to LABC's free technical seminar roadshows where you’ll have the opportunity to hear from industry experts and exchange ideas with fellow builders and designers.
Local Authority Building Control surveyors and our expert associates will also be on hand to answer any questions. If…
LABC launches new Academy and major investment to secure a pipeline of talent into public service building control
Recruitment campaign kicks off to find the next generation of surveyors
Young people have no interest in construction careers? Not our experience, says LABC
Young people…
Here at LABC, in our role as membership organisation for a national network of local authority building control teams in England and Wales, we're committed to providing public and consumer protection as well as to enforcing the building regulations.
Here are just some of the ways we're doing…