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New Directions Issued for Telecommunications Building Work
Gov.UK Housing has published Circular 02/2026, announcing type relaxation directions under the Building Act 1984 for certain telecommunications-related building work in England. The circular was released by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government on 9 July 2026.
The directions specifically address the drilling of holes to install fibre optic cabling and building work related to mobile masts. These changes apply only to buildings and building work located in England.
Letting agents and inventory clerks should be aware of these updates, as they may affect property management and compliance requirements for buildings undergoing telecommunications upgrades or installations.
Source: Gov.UK Housing