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May 2009
1ST APRIL 2009
From the above date anyone carrying out work on gas appliances or flues must be registered with the new Gas Safe Scheme (“GSS”) and not rely on corgi registration.
Failure to check that an installer is GSS registered may amount to a breach of the Building Regulation 2000 and the Gas Safety (installation and use) Regulations 1998.
Residential Landlords should ensure that all gas safety checks and maintenance works are carried out by a GSS registered person to avoid a Statutory Breach.
April 2009
This year, the Race for Life is to be held on Southampton Common. Sunday 12th July at 11 am. Like so many people, most staff members have personal knowledge of the affects of cancer. We all feel we would like to help and ‘do our bit’ towards finding better treatments and ultimately a cure for this frightening disease.
By entering a team in the Race for Life this year, not only can we help to make a difference by raising as much money as we can for Cancer Research UK, but many of us have set ourselves personal challenges, borne out of our experiences with friends and family who have suffered from cancer.
We have set up a fund raising page on line to make donating as easy as possible. The address is
www.raceforlifesponsorme.org/davidebert
We very much hope that you will be able to help this good cause, by sponsoring us. Do visit our fundraising page to see how we all get on in our preparations for the big day!
March 2009
HOME INFORMATION PACKS NEWSFLASH
There are three important changes coming into effect from the 6th April 2009 which will effect the sales of properties
- The temporary first day marketing exemption will no longer apply and all properties in England and Wales must have a Home Information Pack in place on the first day that the property is marketed.
- A new questionnaire form (PIQ) will need to be completed by the Seller to be included in the Pack (view a sample)
- Any missing information from the personal local search contained in the pack will not be covered by insurance
We can provide a fast and efficient service in providing a Pack quickly and efficiently in order that your property is marketed as soon as possible please view our HIP guidance notes
We can also advise buyers on the searches provided and whether or not an official local authority search should be obtained.
