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Government initiative to reduce scalding injuries

Each year more than 430 very young children are seriously injured through scalding in hot baths. Research has shown that, unlike other household accidents,…

Temperature controls could become compulsory on bathroom taps

The government is considering bringing tap water temperatures under the building regulations to improve safety in all newly built and converted private housing…

Wakefield Draft SPG's

18 December 2003

Borough of Macclesfield Draft SPG

21 October 2003 HBF has objected to the draft SPG on Restricting the Supply of New Housing.

Warrington Borough Council Draft SPG

17 November 2003 HBF has objected to draft SPG - Restricting the Housing Supply.

Lancaster District Local Plan

16 January 2003 deadline for consultation on an additional modification to the Local Plan.