Added: Approved Document L, Conservation of fuel and power, Volume 1: Dwellings; Approved Document L, Conservation of fuel and power, Volume 2: Buildings other than dwellings

Friends of Newlands Spring (FONS) is our parents’ association which works tirelessly to raise funds for the school through a variety of fayres, discos and other events through the year. Bottom line: the 85L only advantage compared to every other 85 1,4 on the market (or even 85 1.8 like the FE 85 1.8 with T=1.8) is additional blur at 1.2. Please note that “building notice”, “initial notice” and “full plans” have the meanings given in Regulation 2 of the Building Regulations 2010. To overcome this, and to ensure that a system remains compliant to the new Part L regulations, it should be best practice to balance a system. This can be done using balancing devices, with the designer of any system calculating the flow rate required to each terminal unit and selecting the type and size of the balancing valve to control the flow based on the type of pumping system utilised (constant speed or variable speed). U-values need to be improved in walls and replacement thermal elements from 0.28W/m2K to 0.18W/m2K, and the minimum values for doors, windows and roof windows has improved from 1.6 to 1.4. The U-value for doors has gone from 1.8 to 1.4, while fire doors can meet the U-value of 1.8 in line with previous standards.Examples of appropriate sizing methodology can be found in CIPHE’s Plumbing Engineering Services Design Guide. MGA shall not be liable for any damages of any kind arising out of or in connection with your participation in the Program, including direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages. Because some states do not permit the exclusion or limitation of certain damages, in such jurisdictions, liability is limited to the fullest extent permitted by such state law. Governing Law Self builders will be encouraged to meet ‘notional’ dwelling targets for energy efficiency. These are measured in U-values (the amount of energy that is lost through any material): if you can meet the reference targets for elements and systems including party walls, floors, doors and roofs then your home will result in a pass with building control. The new rules require a 30% reduction in carbon when compared to 2013 Part L standards, which may seem quite high, but they are rather insignificant when compared with the 75–80% reduction in carbon which will be required by the Future Homes Standard. Mark Siddall, principal architect and director of research at the Lovely Engineered Architectural Practice (LEAP), says: “I think the updates could go a lot further. We should be aspiring towards better performing buildings, and the Building Regs are tailored towards the lowest common denominator. There could be more ambitious fabric standards and overall performance, which would cut people’s bills, improve their comfort and also reduce carbon emissions.”

Primary Admissions Offer (Video): We are looking forward to welcoming our new Foundation Stage children in September. If you were not successful in gaining a place at a school of your choice, Essex County Council has made this video to help with any questions: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U9nnRicMHOk&feature=youtu.be. Emergency Closure Procedures: In the event of school closure due to bad weather or other unforeseen circumstances we will do our best to notify parents and carers as soon as possible at the start of the day via SchoolComms. If you are not registered for SchoolComms please enquire at the school office. Young Carer SupportAward:The school has been awarded the Young Carer SupportBronze award for its work in ensuring pupilsdon't miss out on an education because they are young carers.Extensions will also be required to have no more than 25% floor area as glazing (windows, roof windows, rooflights), alternatively homeowners must be able to demonstrate compliance with an area-weighted U-value calculation or via SAP - which can offer more freedom of design. If you have applied forplanning permission before 15 June 2022, your project will still be considered under the previous regulations, provided building work begins before 15 June 2023. (Image credit: getty images) How Significant are the New Regulations? New Balance heritage isn’t just about decades-old craftsmanship, it’s also a celebration of timeless style. Classic New Balance designs have proved to be ageless, but we never stop trying to innovate and take the New Balance aesthetic forward with daring new styles and exciting collaborations.