The Building Safety Act: A Revisit and Your Questions

3rd October 2025

12.00 - 13:00

Webinar Overview

The webinar will provide a concise review of the key provisions and updates within the Building Safety Act, focusing on its impact on compliance, safety standards, and management responsibilities for building owners and professionals.

What’s been the impact on the construction industry of the implementation of the Building Safety Act 18 months ago ?

An essential overview for anyone involved in the design or construction of new buildings, alterations, extensions or refurbishment.

Attendees will gain insights into how recent legislative changes affect residential and commercial buildings, understand new accountability frameworks, and learn practical steps for meeting regulatory requirements.

The session also includes a Q&A segment, allowing participants to raise specific concerns and clarify regulatory ambiguities, ensuring practical guidance on navigating the evolving landscape of building safety law.

Presenter Bio

Richard Cymler

Director, Sweco

Having worked in the building control sector for 40 years, Richard uses his extensive experience of complex projects to help expand Sweco’s Birmingham office and portfolio, supporting clients through the challenges of building regulations.

Richard works to ensure his team deliver the highest level of support to clients working in a variety of sectors including high-rise residential, offices, healthcare, retail, education, industrial, multi-storey car parks, hotels and leisure. His specialisms include building control services for high rise developments, offices fit outs, sports stadia and education buildings. Richard is a Class 4 (3G/H0) Registered Building Inspector, a qualified business coach and mediator, has acted as an expert witness, is an EPA assessor for CIOB and is the current chair of the Constructing Excellence Midlands Building Safety Group.