BESA backs high standards in product information with CCPI pledge

Latest News Thu, Mar 20, 2025 7:16 AM

The Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) is proud to confirm it has officially become a Trade Associate of the Code for Construction Product Information (CCPI) – reinforcing its commitment to raising standards in construction product information and marketing in light of the Government’s response to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 report.

This pledge marks a significant step forward in supporting greater integrity, accountability, and transparency across the building services and construction supply chain.

The CCPI was developed to address the widespread failures in how construction product information is presented and marketed – failings starkly highlighted by the Grenfell Inquiry. In response to the Inquiry’s Phase 2 recommendations, Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner recently emphasised the need for a fundamental shift in product information and marketing, culture, and competence across the industry.

“The Grenfell tragedy was a wake-up call for the entire built environment,” said Rachel Davidson, BESA’s Director of Specialist Knowledge. “The government’s response to the Inquiry made clear that a cultural transformation is needed – and that begins with trust. By aligning with the CCPI, BESA is helping drive that transformation by supporting clear, accurate, accessible, up-to-date and unambiguous product information, and encouraging our members to do the same.”

The CCPI itself is a direct response to the need for change: it aims to raise standards in product information management and marketing and move the industry to a place where product information is clear, accurate, up-to-date, accessible, and unambiguous – five key principles that, if followed, will help prevent the misinformation and misrepresentation of product information and marketing that contributed to the Grenfell fire tragedy.

“We’re delighted to welcome BESA as a CCPI Trade Associate,” said Amanda Long, CEO of the CCPI. “The Association’s influence and leadership in the building engineering sector will be invaluable as we continue to grow momentum behind the Code. BESA’s commitment sends a clear message to the industry: the time for raising standards and rebuilding trust is now.”

As the government introduces new regulatory and legislative measures to strengthen construction product safety – including licensing schemes, competency frameworks, and increased enforcement – the CCPI offers a practical, structured route for manufacturers and specifiers to meet and demonstrate compliance.

BESA urges its members and wider industry partners to support this critical initiative. By signing up to the CCPI, you’re not just pledging compliance – you’re becoming part of a wider movement to build safer, better, and healthier environments for us all.

Register today www.cpicode.org.uk

Featured News

Specification news
Government’s £39bn programme needs plan-led system...

The Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) has long advocated for increased funding for...

Read More >>

Specification news
UKGBC announces new innovation initiative with...

A new initiative between UKGBC, developer FORE Partnership and Bill Gates’...

Read More >>

BUILDING PRODUCT LIBRARY - LATEST BROCHURES

HPS200 Ultra Case Study Brochure Brochure

HPS200 Ultra Case St...
By Tata Steel

Download Now >>

Confidex Datasheet Brochure

Confidex Datasheet
By Tata Steel

Download Now >>

Prisma UK 2024 Brochure

Prisma UK 2024
By Tata Steel

Download Now >>

HPS200 Ultra UK Brochure

HPS200 Ultra UK
By Tata Steel

Download Now >>

Amtico Bio Support Document  Brochure

Amtico Bio Support D...
By Amtico

Download Now >>

BUILDING PRODUCT DIRECTORY - LATEST PRODUCTS

​The Confidex® Guarantee
​The Confidex® Guarantee

Offers the most comprehensive guarantee for pre-finished steel products in Europe and provides peace...

Read More >>

Colorcoat HPS200 Ultra®
Colorcoat HPS200 Ultra®

Colorcoat HPS200 Ultra®Super durable guaranteed performance.Designed to withstand even the most...

Read More >>

Prisma
Prisma

Colorcoat Prisma®Aesthetics that last, guaranteed.Colorcoat Prisma® demonstrates a step change by...

Read More >>

CONSTRUCTION VIDEOS - LATEST VIDEOS

Mira Vista Heatloop
Mira Vista Heatloop

Mira Showers is delighted to introduce the new Mira Vista HeatloopTM – an innovative and stylish...

Watch Now >>

Why our Canopies Last Longer
Why our Canopies Last Longer

https://www.aandslandscape.co.uk/ Find out why A&S Landscape Canopies last longer than alternatives....

Watch Now >>

Enclosed Dining Canopy - Hampton Gardens School
Enclosed Dining Canopy - Hampton Gardens School

A&S Landscape designed and installed a large enclosed, curved roof canopy for Hampton Gardens School...

Watch Now >>