Building Safety Is Changing – Are You Ready?
Black Cat Chat Podcast Episode 04 with Tony Threadgold

The Building Safety Act 2022 has reshaped the way our industry works – introducing the Golden Thread, a new regulatory system, and a bigger spotlight on the Principal Designer role.

In this episode, Tony Threadgold, one of the UK’s most experienced building control professionals, explains:

• What the Building Safety Regulator means for your projects

• Why only 14% of high‑risk building applications were approved last year*

• How the “Golden Thread” is designed to prevent another Grenfell

• The serious legal responsibilities now placed on clients, designers, and contractors

Tony has been in building control since 1978, working on projects from the Trafford Centre to multi‑million‑pound refurbishments. Few people can break down the new rules – and their impact – with such clarity.

No fluff. No script, just good honest conversation.

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*Source: Freedom of Information request, Fire Industry Association, 2024.