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October 2, 2025

Meet Our Land, Development and Communities Group

At Brookbanks, our Land Development and Communities team is where most projects begin. We take a concept, often just an idea and guide it through planning and initial technical approvals, ensuring it’s viable, sustainable, and ready for development.

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October 1, 2025

Leading Industry Change: Jack Barrow on IStructE’s Business Practice & Regulatory Control Panel

Jack Barrow, Project Structural Engineer, is helping shape the future of structural engineering practice through his role on the Institution of Structural Engineers (IstructE) Business Practice & Regulatory Control Committee.

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September 29, 2025

Brookbanks September 2025 Newsletter

As September draws to a close, we’ve been reflecting on a productive month of insights, innovation, and collaboration across the development and infrastructure sectors. In this newsletter, we share the latest industry and Brookbanks updates, to help you stay ahead of changes.

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September 26, 2025

Brookbanks Sportive 2025

Yesterday, the Brookbanks team came together for an unforgettable day of cycling, community, and charity at the Brookbanks Sportive 2025. Held in the scenic Chilterns around Watlington, the event offered four route options: 14 miles, 33 miles, 57 miles, and 83 miles catering to everyone from casual riders to seasoned cyclists.

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September 25, 2025

Podcast Episode #2 – Post Contract Administration

Ben Wakeling, Commercial Director, sits down with Mark Miller, Senior Associate Commercial Director, to unpack the importance of post-contract administration and share insights from their experience.

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September 24, 2025

Careers at Brookbanks: A Culture That Builds Futures

At Brookbanks, our people are at the heart of everything we do. From day one, new team members are welcomed into a collaborative, supportive environment where they feel they truly belong. It’s not just about the work it’s about the culture, the camaraderie, and the shared ambition to grow together.

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September 23, 2025

Latest NPPG Updates on Flood Risk and Coastal Change

The Government’s National Planning Practice Guidance (NPPG) on flood risk and coastal change was recently updated (17th September 2025) with revisions to paragraphs 23, 27 and 28, plus a new paragraph 27a.

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September 17, 2025

M&E Webinar: Building Safety Act 2022

Brookbanks recently hosted an insightful webinar on the Building Safety Act 2022, shedding light on the evolving landscape of building safety regulations in England. The session, led by Associate Director Jack Kenny, covered the Act’s implications, industry challenges, and Brookbanks’ proactive approach to compliance.

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September 11, 2025

Ben Ainslie Racing HQ: A True Landmark

In the heart of Portsmouth Harbour, nestled on The Camber, stands a building that embodies ambition, precision, and sustainability the Ben Ainslie Racing Headquarters. Conceived as the nerve centre for Sir Ben Ainslie’s 2021 America’s Cup challenge, this prestigious facility is more than just a workplace; it’s a symbol of cutting-edge design and collaborative engineering.

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September 8, 2025

Rayner Out, Reed In – Housing Secretary Shake-Up

Following a high-profile resignation by Angela Rayner over a tax issue, UK prime minister Sir Keir Starmer moved swiftly to appoint Steve Reed as the new Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government. Reed, who previously served as Environment Secretary, inherits Rayner’s housing brief at a critical juncture. He has launched his tenure with a promise to “get Britain building” so that “everyone has access to affordable, safe homes and thriving communities”.

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September 4, 2025

Our graduates reflect on their first week at Brookbanks

Brookbanks is excited to launch this years' Graduate Rotation Programme!

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September 4, 2025

Meet Our Development Management Group

At Brookbanks, Development Management is more than just a service - it’s a commitment to transforming ideas into thriving, fully delivered developments. From the moment a concept is sketched on paper to the final stages of delivery, we’re there every step of the way.

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