Construction Products Reform (with Paul Morrell OBE)

andy.taylor@bwlb.co.uk (Paul Morrell OBE) — Tue, 5 May 2026 04:05:00 +0000

Welcome to the first episode of 'The Leading Edge' - a new podcast from the Guild of Architectural Ironmongers.

We start with a hugely topical and important episode. The government's 'Construction Products Reform' White Paper is currently out for consultation (until 20th May 2026) and to analyse it, we are thrilled to be joined by one of the highest profile, and most experienced figures in this area - Paul Morrell OBE (co-author of the Morrell Day Review and the government's first Chief Construction Advisor between 2009 and 2012).

'The Leading Edge' is hosted by Rachael Bliss, CEO of the Guild of Architectural Ironmongers and joining her and Paul to discuss construction products reform is the GAI's own Douglas Masterson - a technical leader and trusted voice within the sector.

Their discussion includes...

Why Grenfell was such an important moment and how it has instigated necessary change
What is in the White Paper, what isn't and where the areas of confusion and/or contention are
How and why you can have your say while the consultation is still open
The impact the changes suggested in the White Paper may have on Architectural Ironmongers, specifiers and manufacturers
What industry professionals can and should do now to prepare for the change that is coming

'The Leading Edge' podcast releases monthly and explores the ideas, challenges, and innovations shaping the construction products industry.

In each episode, we’ll bring together expert voices, share practical insights, and highlight best practice from across the sector.

We're a new podcast looking to grow, so if you’ve enjoyed the conversation please do subscribe on your podcast platform, share with your network and leave us a review.

For more guidance, resources, and professional development opportunities, visit the GAI website - www.gai.org.uk

Trailer

andy.taylor@bwlb.co.uk (Bwlb Ltd) — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:07:34 +0000

Rachael Bliss, CEO of the GAI (Guild of Architectural Ironmongers) describes what's in store in new podcast 'The Leading Edge'.

'The Leading Edge' podcast releases monthly and explores the ideas, challenges, and innovations shaping the construction products industry.

In each episode, we’ll bring together expert voices, share practical insights, and highlight best practice from across the sector.

We're a new podcast looking to grow, so if you’ve enjoyed the conversation please do subscribe on your podcast platform, share with your network and leave us a review.

For more guidance, resources, and professional development opportunities, visit the GAI website - www.gai.org.uk