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BSi have today published a redraft of BS 8233 Sound insulation and noise reduction for buildings. This standard provides guidance for the control of sound ...
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BSi have today published a redraft of BS 8233 Sound insulation and noise reduction for buildings. This standard provides guidance for the control of sound in and around buildings. It is applicable to the design of new buildings, or redesign or refurbishment of existing buildings, including those undergoing a change of use. Guidance is given on levels of sound indoors and the type and character of the sound. The current standard was published in 2014. This new draft takes into account changes to the legislative framework since then, in particular the Environment (Air Quality and Soundscapes) Act (Wales) 2024 and the 2018 World Health Organization Environmental Noise Guidelines for the European region. The IOA are convening a working group to respond to the consultation, deadline for comments has been extended to September 14th. To view and respond to the consultation you need to create a a free account and log in.
This week noise proved to be a cross party issue as written questions on noise and health, drones and railways from MPs from three parties were answered
European Commission urged to treat noise pollution as a core public health, environmental and productivity issue
Webinars from last weeks' Noise Action Week - covering noise and health, a day in the life of an acoustician, the impact of electric buses and pubs and clubs best practice now online
New research on travel attitudes in Wales finds no change in number of respondents bothered by noise outside their homes
A report commissioned by the Department for Business and Industrial Strategy to look at assessment of noise from onshore wind farms is now published.
The Welsh Government are consulting on changes to permitted development rights including air source heat pumps(ASHP).
As part of their ongoing enquiry into the impact of airport expansion on climate and nature targets, the Environmental Audit Committee will be taking oral evidence tomorrow - Wednesday May 14th.
The Government are seeking views on proposals for changes to the planning process for national infrastructure projects.
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