Structural Survey: Volume 25 Issue 2

Was Waldram wrong?

The purpose of this paper is to continue the debate started by M. Pitts and P. Chynoweth in previous issues of Structural Survey and examine some specific areas of concern…

Material compliance and conditional break clauses: some implications for practice

The purpose of this research is to examine the awareness and understanding of break clause management by small business tenants in the light of the Appeal Court decision in…

Thatching in the Outer Hebrides

The purpose of this research is to report on the surveying of three vernacular thatched properties in the Outer Hebrides, Scotland, all run as Youth Hostels.

Binder loss in traditional mass masonry: a cause for concern?

The purpose of this research is to highlight issues relating to binder migration in traditional lime mortars and the potential consequences of this phenomenon. The paper focuses…

Revised asbestos regulations come into force

Changes to fire safety law

Nearly half of all new homes flats and maisonettes

Internet review

British Board of Agrément

Corrupt UK construction?

Education and training the profession

Environment agency given stronger role to protect people and homes