Expert Witness Challenges in Awaab’s Law 2026 Hazard Extensions: Evidence Standards for Excess Cold, Falls, and Fire Risks
Over 250 errors, omissions, and contradictions were identified in the foundational evidence underpinning Awaab's Law Phase 1 — a forensic finding that sends a stark warning to every expert witness preparing reports for the expanded hazard categories arriving in October 2026. [1] The stakes for surveyors, environmental health officers, and building professionals acting as expert […]
RICS Sustainability Report 2025: Actionable Insights for Valuation Adjustments and Building Survey Protocols in 2026
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Party Wall Surveyor Protocols Under Renters’ Rights Act 2026: Managing Landlord Registration and Section 8 Disputes
From 1 May 2026, every private landlord in England must be registered on a centralized PRS (Private Rented Sector) database — and that single requirement is quietly reshaping how party wall surveyors operate on tenant-occupied properties. The Renters' Rights Act 2025, which comes into force on that date, has been described as "the most significant […]
