Scotland News Updates

WOBO appreciates the links provided by the Scottish Government. Planning and the Housing Emergency Delivery Plan The Minister for Public Finance announced the Planning and the Housing Emergency Delivery Plan to the Scottish Parliament on 12 November 2024. It sets out a package of measures to accelerate...

Training and Development Opportunities 21

WOBO Governor David Gibson would like to thank members and fellow professionals who have taken up the opportunities provided by the links which reflects their commitment to professionalism We’re excited to share that SHP (co-locating with IFSEC Insider) will be attending Anticipate London! For the three...

Fire Safety News and Updates

WOBO is pleased to provide a selection of news items and responses to events that have taken place. Lithium-ion battery fires have increased by 46% – Do You Have A Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Strategy? Here’s Why You Should: Did you know that standard fire extinguishers...

International Code Council News and Updates

WOBO welcomes the updates from the International Code Council. This year’s event will take place from February 24 to February 28, 2025, at The Orleans Hotel & Casino Conference Center in Las Vegas, and will also be available online for virtual participation. With over 2,500...

Articles and News Items

WOBO is pleased to provide a series of articles relating to construction and the built environment RICS 2024 Sustainability Report We are excited to announce that our annual Sustainability Report is now live. This report highlights RICS’ continued commitment to driving sustainability in both the...

Create Digital Research and News Updates

WOBO appreciates the links provided by Create Digital in relation to research and developments taking place. Infographic: How do you build a hydrogen refuelling station? CSIRO’s research into hydrogen as a fuel source for passenger vehicles has been given a boost by the installation of...

Health and Safety Executive UK News Items

WOBO recognises the mobility of professionals and considers it appropriate to provide links relating to global developments and activities and thanks the HSE for the links provided Annual statistics for 2023 to 2024 released – HSE has published the latest statistics on work-related health and...

Health and Safety Matters

WOBO recognises the need for safety at all times and thanks Health and Safety Matters for the links provided. The energy transition: Why safety matters THE NEW UK Labour Government has announced an ambitious energy transition program aiming to deliver a decarbonised electricity system by...

Sustainability News and Updates

Sustainability is key to the maximisation of resources and the following links provide details of developments and activities taking place. What is The Impact of Burning Waste on UK Emissions? One of the United Kingdom’s primary solutions to its waste problem is incineration, but the...

Scotland News Updates

WOBO appreciates the links provided by the Scottish Government. Wood burning stoves to be permitted in new homes Wood-burning stoves, bioenergy and peat heating will now be permitted in new homes and buildings following a review of the New Build Heat Standard commissioned by ministers...

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