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Fire Safety publications in August

August saw the publication of two important documents related to driving up fire safety - BS 8674:2025 - Framework for competence of individual fire risk assessors and updated Government guidance on fire doors.

APS Launches New Learning Hub: The APS Academy

The Association for Project Safety (APS) is proud to announce the launch of the APS Academy – a dedicated learning and development hub designed to strengthen competence across key areas of health and safety and building safety risk management.

Panel appointed for Fundamental Review of Building Regulations Guidance

On 31st July 2025, the government announced the appointment of six members to the Fundamental Review of Building Regulations Guidance panel.

Gateway 2 guidance published

The Construction Leadership Council (CLC) has published a suite of guidance on Building Control Approval Applications for a new Higher-Risk Building (Gateway 2). APS Deputy CEO, Sofie Hooper comments.

Residential Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (RPEEPs) legislation published

APS Deputy CEO, Sofie Hooper comments on the Residential Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (RPEEPs) legislation published on Friday 4th July.

Reforms to Building Safety Regulator and Lord’s Committee Inquiry

Today, 30th June, the Government announced a new Fast Track Process to enhance the review of newbuild applications, unblock delays and boost sector confidence.

The Industrial Strategy – the latest government strategy announcement impacting the built environment–long anticipated Industrial Strategy

On the back of the Comprehensive Spending Review and the 10 Year Infrastructure Strategy publication, Government published its Industrial Strategy- it’s overarching plan for Growth on 23rd June.

UK Government Releases 10-Year Infrastructure Strategy

Published on 19 June 2025 as part of Labour’s Plan for Change, the 10-Year Infrastructure Strategy forms a key pillar of the government’s growth agenda. Its aim is to raise living standards across the UK by creating and connecting people to good jobs, supporting new housing and vibrant communities, improving access to vital public services, and building resilience in response to a changing world.

APS Responds to Government Spending Review

APS welcomes the government’s Spending Review commitments to infrastructure, housing, and green energy, but raises concerns about reduced departmental budgets and the urgent need for a clear delivery strategy - particularly to address the construction sector’s skills crisis and workforce capacity.

APS Appoints Sofie Hooper as Deputy CEO

The Association for Project Safety (APS) has appointed Sofie Hooper as Deputy CEO. She joins APS from her role as Head of Policy and Research at the 11,500-strong global membership body the Institute of Workplace and Facilities Management (IWFM).