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"Too Late, Too Soon" is the latest HAALO podcast where Britain's biggest rail project proves that timing really is everything. Join us as we follow the epic HS2 saga—a masterclass in poor procurement, premature construction, and the shocking revelation that it sometimes rains in England. From contracts signed before plans were finished to diggers arriving before common sense, this episode explores...

Another HAALO podcast that dares to ask those difficult questions and to get behind the equally difficult answers, such as: 1) are the brakes being applied to 'High' Speed 2 - to slow it down? 2) are 'new' towns really the way forward? 3) can Lego really make construction vehicles? 4) is there a bright new future without construction workers? Hope to see you all next time - Trump allowing! Hosted...

The machines aren't coming...they're already here! From Generative AI to self-improving intelligence and robotics, Artificial Intelligence is accelerating toward the 'Built Environment' at a frightening pace. In our latest podcast - "Screaming in Digital!" we sound the alarm! This isn't sci-fi. It's what's next. You have been warned! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The HAALO team brings you a look back at the highs and lows of 2025 with a sneaky peak at 2026.... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The intrepid HAALO team debunk construction industry predictions for 2026! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Once again our intrepid HAALO podcast team, tell it how it is, including: Is 3i/Atlas a comet or a spaceship? Why are ‘peas’ no longer ‘green’, and what do two staircases have to do with it? Who said ‘give construction the tools and we will build the future’ – it certainly isn’t Rachel? How did ‘The Line’ become just a ‘dot’? How not to tackle EV fires – Fred finds out? What are the latest BSR sta...

Once again the HAALO team chat about the "hard" topics others won't, including: Did the CMA just get rolled-over by "certain" housebuilders? It's amazing how quick decisions can be made by Regulators when it's politically expedient to do so. When 'Assent' tumbles down a steep descent and takes a Regulator with it! When a blind man cries! I ENJOY!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i...

Once again the HAALO team chat about the "hard" topics others won't, including: Is the Regulator on target to clear their backlog by January 2026? What is Peter Apps next book after "Show me the Bodies!"? Is Michael Gove really looking for a job? Are we really looking to employ Michael Gove? ENJOY!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Once again the HAALO team chat about the "hard" topics others won't, including: Does Sadiq Khan play golf? Will his playing style handicap us all? What is the continuing viability of affordable homes? Why is everyone sniping at each other about the housing crisis? Calm yourselves! The Spartans had 300, now BSR has 500 - but can they still win? ENJOY!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...

Once again the HAALO team chat about the "hard" topics others won't, including: Who is the Government's Interim Construction Partner - and dose she like Salsa music? What 16-mile long drainage pipe is shaming HS2 - and why? ENJOY!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Once again the HAALO team chat about the "hard" topics others won't, including: Commons Select Committee - Dame Judith Hackitt ticks off the naughty boy in the room? As everyone obsesses about the new Building Control, the Government ignores the shambles that is the Building Safety Case regime. Why? When is a HRB not a HRB - ask your Registered Building Control Approver to explain? D'oh! Late Paym...

Once again the HAALO team chat about the "hard" topics others won't, including: What does Labour's cabinet reshuffle mean for the construction industry? Is the demolition of Grenfell Tower too soon? HS2 - fast-tracking to being 100% over budget and no sign of when the first train will leave! Housing - the shunt line to complete disaster with the new fat controller in charge! Budget - will Rachel k...

A snappy pre-UKREiiF episode to wet your palates and tickle your taste buds. This week, recorded on May 16th - the 57th anniversary of the Ronan Point disaster we look at the state of Large Panel System (LPS) buildings today under the Building Safety Regulator - heaven help us! We also look at the world of trolling - does it have a place in our industry? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

Whether your flavour is 'John Donne', 'Ernest Hemingway' or 'Metallica' we explore the interconnectedness of all things Building Safety. Can we hear the 'death rattle' of the current Building Safety Regulator? Is Dame Judith wielding an axe over their neck? Have they misfired too many times? As more investors pull out of building tall residential accommodation how can Angela Rayner ever hope to hi...

Hello 2025......Once again the HAALO team delve in to the areas of the industry news and gossip that others wish we left alone, including: How did we get to Gateway 3 before we'd passed Gateway 2? 'Don't change anything....hold on, let's change it all again....HS2 style. Is civil engineering sexy? Moaning Myrtle wants help to understand whether she should read the new document or the one stamped "...

Our final podcast of 2024, and the team at HAALO Ltd provide a summary of the key points of interest for us from the year. In addition, what do we want to find in our stocking for the New Year - 2025! Have a great festive season, Annalisa, Simon, Ben & Peter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Once more the HAALO Team ask some difficult questions: Does the construction industry care about the homeless? Blacklisting post-Grenfell Yay or nay? Can Modern Methods of Construction save the terminal decline of the construction industry? ‘Modernise or Die’ - did Mark Farmer call it right in 2016? Does UK Construction need a ‘disruptive’ shake-up? Calling Elon Musk! Hosted on Acast. See acast.co...

On at HAALO do you get professionals willing to question the unquestionable Can we ever hit the housing target? What does the NHBC think? Are we trapped in an endless downward spiral of an ageing construction workforce? Are we all doomed? Have we just got a new "Building Safety Minister"? Did we mislay the previous Minister? Are we back to playing revolving doors in Government....but only after lu...

Brace yourselves for another podcast from the HAALO team. We take a look at how Housing policies only seem to benefit the large monopoly builders? Do you need a Lawyer to understand the Law - well not according to the Government? Naughty Developers who won't remediate unsafe buildings will feel the full weight of the Law - but don't worry you won't need a Lawyer? and when is a "Principal Designer"...

Another podcast and this time from the HAALO team. We take a look at the demise of ISG, why the industry likes to "change as little as possible"? Just what is Sugarcrete? Who is responsible for Regulation 38? How long really is a "minute"? and why you should consider "heat" when choosing a fire door? Enjoy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Another podcast and this time from the wider HAALO team. We look at hat happened to the Construction Minister? What happened to 'The Line' megaproject? and what do the new amendments to Approved Document B: Fire mean? In addition we talk Xmas presents from "HAALO Evolution". Enjoy SFX from Soundsnap Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What is going on with Building Control in the run up to 8th April 2024? Why does it appear like the industry is in meltdown? Who is and who is not competent - and why not? Once again the HAALO team rip the lid off industry gossip and say the things we all think! oh...and are you paying too much for your standards and regulations - you will be shocked to find out!!! We guarantee that.... Hosted on...

OMG! It's been way too long! But, we are back and to kick of 2024 we have the second part of our interview with Tony Grindrod (Vinci). We also take a pop at why it costs so much to try to be compliant in the construction industry! Happy listening Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HAALO never pull punches in our topical assessment of the challenges facing the industry. Today we introduce you to Project Lead extraordinaire - Tony Grindrod - for Part One of a two part exclusive interview and pose the question to him as to what makes a successful project delivery team. It's not rocket science...it's plain common sense...so why aren't all projects run this way! Hosted on Acast....

This could be an award winning show! We tackle the topics that no other podcast would, could or should! We aren't scared! Today we look at the new draft secondary legislation to the Building Safety Act - and there is a lot to get through there. We reinforce our view on who the Principal Accountable Person is - yes - it is a " person ". We also jump on the 'Escalator' and wonder where this modern m...