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Social housing plays a vital role in providing safe, affordable homes for families, individuals and vulnerable households across the UK. As a housing provider or social landlord operating council housing,... Read more
Fire doors are a legal requirement in many public buildings and multi-occupancy housing, yet too often they are overlooked until a compliance check or fire risk assessment highlights a problem. For... Read more
Fire safety in public buildings is both a regulatory requirement and a responsibility shared by local authorities, specifiers, and contractors. Every decision made during design, refurbishment, or maintenance must support... Read more
Fire safety in public buildings is a responsibility that sits at the heart of every Local Authority’s duty of care. Schools, care homes, residential blocks and civic buildings must all... Read more
For landlords managing rental or social housing stock, specifying double glazed windows is no longer a ‘nice to have,’ it’s a necessity. A new double glazed window offers more than... Read more
Fire safety in public sector housing is not just a design consideration, it’s a legal and moral obligation. For local authorities, housing associations, and contractors, ensuring the safety of residents... Read more
Howard Trotter, Business Manager at Birmingham-based window and door manufacturer Shelforce, took to the stage at this year’s Glazing Summit 2025 to speak on one of the industry’s most pressing... Read more
When it comes to large-scale housing projects, whether for new developments or social housing refurbishments, selecting the right double glazing is not just a question of aesthetics. It directly impacts... Read more
The crucial role of energy efficiency in social housing In today’s housing landscape, energy efficiency is more than a trend, it's a legal and economic imperative. Landlords and local authorities... Read more
Shelforce Business Manager Howard Trotter will be a guest speaker at the Glazing Summit 2025. He will join the ‘Skills: Apprentices in Action’ panel discussion, which will address how the... Read more
