Swindon firms deemed best in the region at Local Authority Building Control awards

After becoming regional winners, Swindon will have four representatives in a national competition, which recognises excellence in the construction industry.

This entrance into the national competition comes after four firms from the Borough were declared regional winners in the recent LABC (Local Authority Building Control) West of England Building Excellence awards.

The awards, which are highly regarded by the building industry, recognise outstanding projects and people, while also highlighting innovative solutions, effective working relationships and professional standards displayed by all parties involved in a range of building projects.

Swindon’s regional winners beat off strong competition in three categories with Kenneth & Edwards Ltd winning the award for Best Partnership with a Local Authority Building Control Team.

Mike Ferne MJF Cad Solutions was also named Best Residential and Small Commercial Designer.

There were two Swindon winners in the Best Residential and Small Commercial Designer category with both AP Berrystone Building Contractors Ltd and Craig Donnelly Building Contractors Ltd making it through to the national finals in London on 27 January.

Cllr Gary Sumner, Swindon Borough Council’s Cabinet Member for Strategic Infrastructure, Transport and Planning, said: “These awards recognise outstanding work within the construction industry and I am really pleased Swindon is once again so well represented after having three regional winners last year, one of whom went on to scoop a top gong at the national awards.

“It helps promote the high standards we have for our new buildings and housing developments in Swindon. We set a high bar and the firms that have been nominated did incredibly well to see off stiff competition from across the region.

“All of the winners work closely with our own Building Control team, who are members of the LABC, and do a great job in ensuring we encourage the highest possible standards.”

Swindon Borough Council's Building Control Team says it can help with any enquiries residents may have with regards to building projects or home improvements. Individuals can email: [email protected] or telephone: 01793 466050.