What the Regulator Shift Means For Your Project (And How to Stay Compliant Through the Chaos)

Quick Take:

The Building Safety Regulator (BSR) has just moved from the HSE to the Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government (MHCLG). New leadership is now driven by former London Fire Brigade officials.

Translation?

→ More focus on fire safety → A push for clearer enforcement → And yes... more change.

Here’s what you need to know... and how to stay compliant while the system finds its feet.

Why the Regulator Changed Hands

Frustration with the BSR under HSE was widespread:

• Long delays in Gateway 2 approvals
• Inconsistent feedback
• Compliance confusion

To cut the bottlenecks and bring a firmer grip on fire safety, leadership has shifted to the MHCLG.

This is more than a name change- it signals a likely shift in how your submissions will be reviewed.

What This Means for Your Projects

Project managers should expect:

• Review delays for existing Gateway 2 submissions
• Updated criteria, especially around fire/structural integration
• Requests for revised documentation or clarifications

But here’s the upside:

• Potential for clearer guidance
• Faster processing once the dust settles
• Better dialogue with delivery teams

The early turbulence may actually lead to smoother long-term outcomes.

Where Premcrete Adds Confidence

In changing times, consistency and credibility matter more than ever.

Through our PREM360 system, we help clients:

• Submit fully documented waterproofing specs for Gateway 2
• Link designs clearly to BS 8102:2022
• Demonstrate third-party liability with £10M PI cover
• Navigate fire + waterproofing integration confidently

We’ve supported high-risk structures through regulatory reviews, and we know what gets through first time.

Project Manager Checklist: How to Stay Ahead

While the BSR adjusts, here’s what you can do:

1. Document everything — make sure every detail is backed by technical rationale
2. Link to standards — explicitly reference BS 8102 and other relevant codes
3. Partner smartly — choose suppliers with a regulatory track record
4. Plan for pauses — allow time in your programme for new guidance or reviews

Don’t wait for clarity to come to you. Take control now.

Protecting Complex Structures Through Regulatory Change

Premcrete’s role is simple: help you stay compliant, confident, and on time — even when the rules keep shifting.

Our team is already working with project leads to prepare their waterproofing packages for the new regulatory era.

Ready to do the same?

Need help navigating Gateway 2 under the new regulator?

Talk to our technical team and we’ll walk you through how to keep your project on track: technical@premcrete.com