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CPD 25 2025: Mastering contract modifications – managing variations and scope changes in construction projects
This CPD module – sponsored by Informa Connect Academy and adapted from its Contracts Management Certificate course – looks at key strategies for successfully managing modifications, variations and scope changes in construction contracts
CPD 24 2025: Navigating the Building Safety Act
Sponsored by wienerberger, this module looks at the Building Safety Act and the responsibilities it places on designers, contractors and clients. We look too at how the Code for Construction Product Information (CCPI), building information modelling (BIM) and manufacturer support can enable confident specification within the new building safety regime
2026 is the test: will bold housing policy become real-world delivery?
Government has set the right tone on housing - but tone alone won’t build a single home. If 2026 is to move the dial on the national target, the sector needs clarity, commitment and the courage to follow through on the bold policies already announced, says EDAROTH’s Mark Powell
CPD 23 2025: Landscaping mixed-use developments – balancing aesthetics and functionality
Sponsored by Tobermore, this CPD module explores how to balance aesthetics and functionality when designing hard landscaping for mixed-use developments. We will also take an in-depth look at issues to consider when specifying paving
How the Future Homes and Building Standard impacts insulation
Formerly known as the FHS, the Future Homes and Building Standard is set for imminent release. Celotex explain how this impacts insulation choices.
CPD 22 2025: Terrazzo – traditional flooring reinvented to meet modern sustainability challenges
Sponsored by Diespeker, this CPD module looks at the aesthetic and performance qualities of terrazzo, and explores how a material with ancient origins is evolving to meet the challenges of contemporary construction
CPD 21 2025: Rainscreen cladding and insulation retrofits
Sponsored by ROCKWOOL®, this CPD module explains the benefits and considerations of retrofitting rainscreen cladding and insulation. Learn how ventilated systems, non-combustible materials and strategic planning can improve building performance, safety and energy efficiency
CPD 20 2025: Timber-framed construction – embracing culture change for modern methods of building
Sponsored by LABC Warranty, this module looks at the culture change required for an organisation to embrace timber-framed construction
CPD 19 2025: Rainscreen systems – how insulation can drive thermal, acoustic and fire-safety performance
Sponsored by URSA, this module looks at rainscreen systems, with a focus on the pivotal role of insulation. It also explores how early engagement with manufacturers can help designers to specify compliant products within the new building safety regime – and meet demanding thermal and acoustic performance requirements
CPD 18 2025: Understanding fire stopping and liability
Sponsored by ROCKWOOL®, this CPD module explores the role of fire stopping, setting out the legal liabilities for all parties involved in the design, construction and installation process, as well as outlining best practice for design and installation of relevant products
Rethinking housing delivery: A shift from risk to reliability
As housing associations face mounting pressure to deliver more homes faster, MMC has come under scrutiny. While some modular approaches have faltered, panelised aircrete systems are proving to be a reliable, future-proof way of combining speed, quality and compliance
CPD 17 2025: Specifying fire-rated doorsets – navigating standards, legislation and best practice
Sponsored by JELD-WEN UK, this module explores how to specify fire doorsets with confidence in the light of recent changes to fire safety legislation
Building homes that last: why social housing needs a long-term value shift
In conversation with Housing Today, Richard Weeks, programme and operations director at EDAROTH, explains why social housing must be appraised on long-term cost and performance rather than just upfront cost, and how digital innovation and modern methods can help deliver homes that last
CPD 16 2025: Leveraging BIM for strategic advantage
Sponsored by BSI, this module explores the legal protections of listed buildings, focusing on the replacement of timber windows to balance heritage preservation with modern standards
Bellway’s Future Hub highlights Posi-Joist as key to Future Homes compliance
At Bellway’s award-winning Future Hub, innovative building methods and collaborative design tools are being tested to overcome the practical challenges of low-carbon construction and accelerate the delivery of homes that meet the UK’s upcoming Future Homes Standard
CPD 15 2025: Fire safety and the building envelope
Sponsored by ROCKWOOL®, this CPD module looks the role of the building envelope in passive fire protection – and how non-combustible insulation can enhance fire resilience
CPD 14 2025: Restoring heritage buildings: The role of timber windows
Sponsored by George Barnsdale, this module explores the legal protections of listed buildings, focusing on the replacement of timber windows to balance heritage preservation with modern standards
CPD 13 2025: Fire partitioning – test, extend and classify
Navigate the complexities of fire safety regulations for internal partitions with this module, sponsored by Siniat. Gain essential knowledge on testing, extended application and third-party classification to confidently specify compliant and high-performing systems
Unlocking potential: How EDAROTH and AtkinsRéalis are rethinking housing delivery with the small site aggregator
“I am driven, with purpose by my anger, about the fact that people are living in impermanent, overcrowded and poor-quality housing, creating adverse childhood impacts that will impact their quality-of-life experiences long term,” says Zoe Metcalfe, client director, local and central government, buildings and places at AtkinsRéalis.
CPD 12 2025: The importance and principles of insulation
Sponsored by ROCKWOOL®, this CPD module explores the key principles behind insulation performance and how specifiers can ensure that materials meet the required standards for modern construction
CPD 11 2025: Bi-fold and sliding doors for marine and coastal environments
Sponsored by Solarlux, this CPD module covers the specification of bi-fold and sliding doors for marine and coastal environments, focusing on performance, compliance and security
Understanding condensation risk analysis
Condensation risk analysis is an important tool in designing and specifying building fabric elements, alongside U-value calculations
CPD 10 2025: Designing safe access for working at height
Sponsored by MSA Safety, this CPD explores best practice for safe access and egress when working at height
CPD 09 2025: Roofs, regulations and fire safety
Often underestimated in design conversations, the roof is increasingly recognised as a building’s fifth facade – a space with critical functional responsibilities and regulatory implications
CPD 08 2025: Understanding and identifying grey belt land
As pressure mounts to deliver new housing and infrastructure in England, the Green Belt – long considered sacrosanct – is once again at the centre of planning debate
A new blueprint for social housing delivery: the case for end-to-end development
With the government pledging £39bn over 10 years for affordable housing and seeking to deliver at far greater scale, new models are needed to meet the challenge. A fully integrated, end-to-end development approach can help unlock land, reduce risk and deliver better homes faster, argues Mark Powell
CPD 07 2025: Mastering sliding and bi-fold doors
Sliding doors date back over a thousand years to Japan, where shoji – paper-covered wooden frames – offered space-saving elegance in homes and temples. Even earlier, grooves in Pompeii’s stone floors suggest the Romans used sliding doors to enhance spatial flexibility.
How JLA can help social landlords improve Tenant Satisfaction Measures and meet the Decent Homes Standard
In the wake of 2017’s Grenfell disaster and the tragic mould-linked death of two-year-old Awaab Ishak in December 2020, social landlords have faced increased scrutiny and growing pressure to stay compliant with the Decent Home Standards, which make sure tenants’ homes are safe and warm.
CPD 06 2025: How glass mineral wool insulation supports net zero building design
This module explores how glass mineral wool insulation supports sustainable construction by reducing carbon emissions and improving energy performance
Unlocking potential - how supporting SME housebuilders can drive UK’s housing growth
As leading figures from the housing and property sectors gather in Leeds for the start of this year’s UKREiiF event, Graham Kauders from social and affordable housing developer EDAROTH, calls for more support for SMEs to help drive the UK’s housing growth
CPD 05 2025: Enhancing thermal performance
Despite decades of innovation in building materials, energy modelling and regulations, one stubborn truth remains: too many buildings still underperform
Glass mineral wool: The smart choice for forward-thinking housebuilders
Thermal performance is under greater scrutiny than ever before, from both regulatory bodies and homeowners demanding energy-efficient homes. And it’s not just notional performance that’s under the microscope – increasingly, homes are being judged by their as-built performance too.
Zen Housing sets ambitious goal to grow to 5,000 affordable homes by mid-2026
Zen Housing, a regulated provider of affordable housing, today announces its 18-month mission to help tackle the growing housing affordability crisis.
Fusion21’s five top tips for procuring with purpose
Oliver Mooney, head of category at procurement specialists Fusion21, explains how to ensure procurement goes beyond the transactional arrangement
CPD 04 2025: Energy performance evaluation in architectural projects
This module, sponsored by Vectorworks, explores how architects can integrate early-stage performance modelling into their workflow to create more sustainable, energy-efficient designs
CPD 03 2025: Segmental retaining walls for housing developments
Sponsored by Tobermore, this module explores the design considerations, applications and benefits of specifying segmental retaining walls in residential developments
CPD 02 2025: Hard landscaping specification for housing developments
Sponsored by Tobermore, this module explores permeable paving as part of a sustainable drainage system solution for housing developments, highlighting the benefits and challenges, alongside best practice guidance for design, construction and maintenance.
Groundworkers: improve your tender success rates and profitability for residential retaining wall projects with Secura Portal
When tendering for residential retaining wall projects, groundworkers must find a way to keep client costs down, while also ensuring their own profitability.
CPD 01 2025: Understanding the regulatory requirements for modern ventilation systems
Learn how to meet ventilation compliance standards while ensuring air quality and energy efficiency in modern homes. Sponsored by Xpelair by Dimplex, this module outlines the key ventilation requirements and explores the role of MVHR in meeting modern standards.
CPD 20 2024: Steel structures for fire performance
Sponsored by the British Constructional Steelwork Association (BCSA), this module covers critical insights into fire-resilient design strategies, material selection, and industry standards to enhance safety and compliance in steel construction
CPD 19 2024: Specifying glass in rooflights
Sponsored by Glazing Vision, this module will explore the relevant industry guidance and technical considerations when specifying glass in rooflights, guiding professionals through the design, manufacturing and construction process.
Ensuring rainscreen designs translate to real performance
Recent years have seen a significant tightening in Building Regulation guidance. Increasing demand for improved energy efficiency and safety makes it crucial for rainscreen designs to translate into real, ‘as-built’ performance.
CPD 18 2024: Carbon negative brick solutions
Sponsored by Vandersanden, this module will explore the specification of carbon negative bricks, a recent innovation developed to offer a more sustainable alternative to clay brick in terms of carbon sequestration.
CPD 17 2024: Flat roofs and fire testing standards
Sponsored by Soprema, this CPD module delves into the rise of flat roofs, their evolving nature, and the crucial fire testing standards that must be met in order to achieve compliance with current building regulations
CPD 16 2024: Embedding excellence in carbon management
Sponsored by BSI, this module will explore PAS 2080 and how the standard’s requirements enable professionals to embed carbon management excellence throughout the built environment supply chain
How can we unlock housing delivery in the North-west of England?
There are universal challenges to delivering homes, but what specific obstacles do housebuilders and registered providers face in the North-west? Olivia Barber reports on a Housing Today Live roundtable on this issue, which was hosted in Manchester, in partnership with Willmott Dixon
CPD 15 2024: Digital workflow technology
Sponsored by Topcon Positioning GB, this module will explore the benefits of digital workflow technology, alongside the issues that may arise during integration and how they can be overcome
CPD 14 2024: Engaging BIM to build a more connected built environment
Sponsored by BSI, this module will guide professionals looking to improve their BIM knowledge, as well as assist seasoned users wanting to enhance digital security or understand the higher-level benefits of BIM adoption
CPD 13 2024: When a warranty comes into play
There is often confusion surrounding the relationship between warranties, building control and other insurances, making it difficult to know what is needed and when. Sponsored by LABC Warranty, this module will explore when a warranty comes into play, alongside the implications of housing defects left unchecked