The Building Safety Act: what does it mean for structural design engineers?

Author: Patrick Hayes

Date published

3 January 2023

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The Building Safety Act: what does it mean for structural design engineers?

The Structural Engineer

Author

Patrick Hayes

Citation

The Structural Engineer, Volume 101, Issue 1, 2023, Page(s) 26-29

https://doi.org/10.56330/JLNL8581

Date published

3 January 2023

Author

Patrick Hayes

Citation

The Structural Engineer, Volume 101, Issue 1, 2023, Page(s) 26-29

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56330/JLNL8581

Price

Standard: £9.95 + VAT
Members/Subscribers: Free

IStructE Technical Director, Patrick Hayes, sets out the key changes that the Building Safety Act will bring for structural engineers in England and Wales, and outlines the Institution’s plans to issue guidance for members.

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Format:
PDF
Pages:
26-29
Publisher:
The Institution of Structural Engineers

Tags

Professional Guidance Building Safety Act Issue 1

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