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B Corp Impact Report
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B Corp Impact Report

Discover how we're driving positive change through our B Corp journey – exploring sustainability, community impact and responsible business growth.

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Retrofitting Non-traditional Properties
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Retrofitting Non-traditional Properties

In this guide, we explore the key considerations for retrofitting non-traditional properties

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We are excited to announce the appointment of Simon Franks as our new Employee Experience Director
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We are excited to announce the appointment of Simon Franks as our new Employee Experience Director

We are excited to announce the appointment of Simon Franks as our new Employee Experience Director.

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PAS 2035 explained
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PAS 2035 explained

Flummoxed by PAS 2035 and how it affects your business? Read our handy guide to bring you up to speed.

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Reaching net zero by strategic asset management
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Reaching net zero by strategic asset management

Decarbonising UK social housing stock at the speed required to achieve net zero will only be possible with coherent strategies that engage occupants and planning departments fully from the start.

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Green Light Given to Teviot Estate Regeneration
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Green Light Given to Teviot Estate Regeneration

Award-winning housebuilder The Hill Group and housing association Poplar HARCA have received a resolution to grant planning permission for the transformation of the Teviot Estate in Poplar, east London.

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The Benefits of a Project Management Approach to Retrofit
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The Benefits of a Project Management Approach to Retrofit

Ben Lambon-Ralph, Associate Partner and Retrofit Lead at BG delves into the UK's Retrofitting puzzle when it comes to housing stock. Retrofitting at such a scale is a beast and if we are to meet the carbon emission targets we have a long way to go.

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Welcoming Ross Pirie as Studio Lead at Our London Studio
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Welcoming Ross Pirie as Studio Lead at Our London Studio

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Ross Pirie as as our new Studio Lead at our Eltham Studio

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Marc Baines appointed as Baily Garner’s Director of Growth & Transformation
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Marc Baines appointed as Baily Garner’s Director of Growth & Transformation

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Marc Baines as our new Director of Growth and Transformation.

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Baily Garner to provide Building Regulations Principal Designer services on £500m framework
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Baily Garner to provide Building Regulations Principal Designer services on £500m framework

Baily Garner has been chosen by the JV North consortium to provide Building Regulations Principal Designer services on its £500m social housebuilding framework.

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Baily Garner awarded place on EN:Procure Gen-4 Consultancy Framework
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Baily Garner awarded place on EN:Procure Gen-4 Consultancy Framework

Baily Garner has been appointed to provide multidisciplinary services through EN:Procure Gen-4 – the fourth generation of Efficiency North’s consultancy framework.

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Baily Garner launches Net-Zero Strategy
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Baily Garner launches Net-Zero Strategy

We are proud to introduce our Net-Zero Strategy, showcasing our short and long-term plans to neutralise our emissions by 2050.

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Social Housing Fund Wave 3
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Social Housing Fund Wave 3

From funding to timescales, we’ve broken down all the key information you need to start the bidding journey as part of Social Housing Fund Wave 3.

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Education Estates Calendar
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Education Estates Calendar

Our handy Education Estates Calendar breaks down the timeline of key funding programmes.

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The Future Homes Standard
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The Future Homes Standard

This toolkit will help you to understand the key issues around developing new homes and to set out a clear path towards Net Zero on your new-build projects

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Retrofitting Existing Homes
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Retrofitting Existing Homes

In this toolkit, we offer valuable expertise on energy efficiency measures, cost impacts, and more for Net Zero.

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Damp and Mould Toolkit
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Damp and Mould Toolkit

Download our Damp and Mould Toolkit for practical advice on diagnosis and treatment.

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Party Wall Surveying
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Party Wall Surveying

Get to grips with the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 with our handy guide. We share insight on what work the Act covers, what constitutes a party wall, how the Act may affect your project, and more.

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Residential Brochure
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Residential Brochure

Explore how we create imaginative and high-quality residential spaces that enhance communities and meet diverse housing needs.

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School Leavers & Apprenticeships
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School Leavers & Apprenticeships

See how we offer exciting career pathways for school leavers and apprentices to develop valuable skills and thrive in the industry.

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Hidden Homes
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Hidden Homes

Learn how we help unlock the potential of hidden sites to deliver much-needed homes through innovative thinking and expert delivery.

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Health Brochure
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Health Brochure

Discover how we deliver forward-thinking health sector projects that improve patient outcomes and create exceptional healthcare spaces.

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Growing Our Own
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Growing Our Own

Discover how our commitment to nurturing talent builds a culture of learning, growth and opportunity across our entire organisation.

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Education Brochure
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Education Brochure

Learn how we create inspiring, modern and flexible learning environments that support students, staff and wider school communities.

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Corporate Social Responsibility Policy
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Corporate Social Responsibility Policy

Explore how our CSR strategy supports local communities, promotes wellbeing, and helps us operate as a responsible and ethical business.

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Commercial Brochure
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Commercial Brochure

Discover how we help clients realise commercial success with smart, sustainable and future-ready built environment solutions.

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Care Brochure
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Care Brochure

See how our specialist team delivers innovative care environments designed to enhance wellbeing, dignity and quality of life for all.

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Building Services Guide
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Building Services Guide

Learn how our integrated approach to building services drives energy efficiency, innovation, and sustainable outcomes across all sectors.

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Blue Light Brochure
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Blue Light Brochure

Explore our dedicated Blue Light sector expertise, delivering high-quality, innovative solutions for emergency services and frontline organisations.

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B Corp Impact Report
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B Corp Impact Report

Discover how we're driving positive change through our B Corp journey – exploring sustainability, community impact and responsible business growth.

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Embedding Retrofit Within Your Asset Management Strategy
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Embedding Retrofit Within Your Asset Management Strategy

Local Authorities are committed to net zero, but many still lack the data needed to embed retrofit into their asset strategies. Ben Nixon shares practical advice on making retrofit business as usual — starting with better stock insight.

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Industry Must Grasp Principal Designer Responsibilities
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Industry Must Grasp Principal Designer Responsibilities

Tom Cadman explains the distinctions and challenges around the new Principal Designer role introduced by the Building Safety Act, highlighting industry confusion and the need for clear competence frameworks.

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New Framework Appointment Marks More Than A Decade Working With South East Consortium
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New Framework Appointment Marks More Than A Decade Working With South East Consortium

Baily Garner continues its partnership with SEC, providing multidisciplinary and zero carbon consultancy across public sector developments through the framework.

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Your Top 3 Considerations For Warm Homes: SHF Wave 3
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Your Top 3 Considerations For Warm Homes: SHF Wave 3

With £1.29bn on the line through Wave 3 of the Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund, Associate Partner Ben Lambon-Ralph outlines three critical considerations to avoid common pitfalls and deliver retrofit at scale.

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Attitudes Toward PAS 2035 Pose A Systemic Risk
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Attitudes Toward PAS 2035 Pose A Systemic Risk

In this piece, Ben Nixon, Senior Associate Partner at Baily Garner, outlines the dangers of poor retrofit and the need for full compliance with PAS 2035 to protect residents and drive quality.

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Matthew Allcock Wins Retrofit Coordinator of the Year Award
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Matthew Allcock Wins Retrofit Coordinator of the Year Award

Matthew Allcock, Retrofit Technical Lead at Baily Garner, has been named Retrofit Coordinator of the Year – a testament to his technical expertise, client focus and sector leadership.

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Stay Alert To Signs To Prevent Contractor Insolvency
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Stay Alert To Signs To Prevent Contractor Insolvency

Baily Garner highlights why construction firms are disproportionately going bust – and how better procurement and risk management can help.

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Cutting Through the Confusion of the Building Safety Act
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Cutting Through the Confusion of the Building Safety Act

Read for insights on the Building Safety Act and the major changes the industry has had to make in order to meet the new policies.

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Baily Garner Supports AI Project to Revolutionise Mould Detection and Prevention
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Baily Garner Supports AI Project to Revolutionise Mould Detection and Prevention

Baily Garner’s market-leading retrofit team has joined forces with Buildeco Offsite Architecture, researchers from Leeds Beckett University and IoT Solutions Group to develop an AI-driven mould-detection and prevention tool.

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A Journey of Growth and Strategic Leadership at Baily Garner
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A Journey of Growth and Strategic Leadership at Baily Garner

A new chapter begins at Baily Garner as Bradley Webster steps into the role of Managing Partner, joined by a new cohort of Partners and promotions.

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Baily Garner Wins Employee Development Award
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Baily Garner Wins Employee Development Award

We’ve been recognised as the UK’s top construction employer for developing talent — proof that our ‘growing our own’ strategy is working.

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How the BSA is Reshaping Procurement
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How the BSA is Reshaping Procurement

The Building Safety Act is quietly transforming procurement across the construction sector. Here’s why single-stage D&B is falling out of favour — and what’s replacing it.

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People Or Technology? A Roundup of Viewpoints On Solving The Skills Gap
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People Or Technology? A Roundup of Viewpoints On Solving The Skills Gap

At UK Construction Week, Baily Garner’s Bradley Webster led a panel exploring how the industry can tackle its skills shortage—through smarter recruitment, better tech, or both.

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AI-DOMP Beta Testing Now Live
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AI-DOMP Beta Testing Now Live

We’re launching AI-DOMP for beta testing — an innovative platform to help landlords tackle damp and mould before Awaab’s Law comes into force.

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Baily Garner Named One of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025
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Baily Garner Named One of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025

We’re proud to be recognised as one of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025 — a reflection of our people-first approach and progressive values.

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Bradley Webster Is Appointed As Managing Partner at Baily Garner
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Bradley Webster Is Appointed As Managing Partner at Baily Garner

Baily Garner names Bradley Webster as new Managing Partner from March 2025, with Andy Tookey becoming Senior Partner to focus on growth.

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Unlocking Retrofit at Scale
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Unlocking Retrofit at Scale

Download our latest toolkit to understand the complex puzzles around retrofit and how to solve them.

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How to Cope With Contractor Insolvency
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How to Cope With Contractor Insolvency

This article advises surveyors on looking for indicators of insolvency and outlining recommended actions, so that they can be better prepared.

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Demystifying BNG
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Demystifying BNG

Prepared in collaboration with Essential Ecology, we dive into the details of BNG, helping you understand the requirements of the legislation.

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Estate Insights
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Estate Insights

In this guide, we discuss the importance of condition surveys and how they can help in developing estate strategies.

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RAAC Guide
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RAAC Guide

Read our guide for expert guidance on how to identify RAAC, what sort of inspections to expect, and managing risk appraisal and remediation.

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Looking Forward Into 2025
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Looking Forward Into 2025

As 2025 starts, Managing Partner Andy Tookey and key partners discuss the major themes set to shape the year ahead in our industry.

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Let’s build something exceptional

The best outcomes come from purposeful partnerships. At Baily Garner, we combine insight with action — helping you navigate complexity, deliver with purpose, and unlock meaningful, measurable impact.

Let’s build with vision. Let’s build with purpose. Let’s build something exceptional — together.

Bring your next project to life

We bring ideas to life with the technical expertise, creativity, and a commitment to deliver quality at every stage. From first concept to final delivery, we work side by side with you to make every project count.

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We’re here to help you grow, with opportunities to learn, lead and thrive. Whether you’re just starting out or looking for your next challenge, your future starts with us.

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