Insurers claim a hybrid approach is the secret to delivering mass timber buildings, but what type of structures work, and how can architects ensure projects are underwritten? Stephen Cousins investigates

In addition to the publication of the final version of the new Part L Vol 1 & 2, the government has just published 3 more new or updated Approved Documents which will affect any relevant Building Regulations applications submitted after June 15th this year.

When Approved Documents are updated or introduced, the Government puts in place Transitional Provisions specifying when the new regulations come into force.

Three housing projects have been shortlisted for RIBA's 2022 Neave Brown Award for Housing including a hybrid scheme in east London encompassing a primary school by Henley Halebrown.