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Cavity Wall Insulation Claims: New Claims Epidemic to hit the UK

Published

7 years ago

July 23, 2019

As the PPI claims epidemic slows up before its official end on August 29th 2019, there is a new potential claims epidemic where widespread mis selling and substandard work has been carried out, affecting millions of UK residents, leading to an influx of cavity wall claims.

An estimated 13 million homes have been affected by the issue (where an estimated 70% of which have received substandard workmanship during the course of the installation). Which in many cases has resulted in UK residents having long term damage to their property, either through bad advice or low quality work.

The estimated average value of cavity wall claims is approximately £10,000 to £23,000 per claim, with substantial refunds available for individuals who have been adversely affected by the scandal.

Badly installed cavity wall insulation has led to problems such as fluid seeping through the walls and into the property and the build up of mould in many of the homes affected. This has caused significant internal and structural damage to properties around Britain. The value of any compensation is intended to reflect the cost of repair and personal reparations for the inconvenience.

Current estimated times to completion are around 12-18 months, with the cases requiring substantial levels of work in order to be brought to fruition. With such a demand for reliable claims management services, it is thought that 1000s of jobs will be created to handle what is expected to be a steady increase in the volume of complaints nationwide.

One particular area of concern is the number of people who have stone-built homes. Due to the significantly higher costs associated with fixing damage to stone properties, this is expected to be reflected in the compensation sums as the amount will need to be higher to compensate for the increased financial burden to those affected.

A conditional ‘No win no fee’ arrangement will be the terms of business between claimants and the claims management companies (CMC’s).

Potential victims are advised to act quickly due to the potential long term damage to their home and the current availability of compensation. The sooner the process is underway, the sooner it is possible for claimants to win compensation for their unfortunate situation.

If you are reading this and you suspect you have been miss sold a cavity wall insulation, or if you have suffered as a result of low quality workmanship of this type, you can reach ‘National Property Claims’ by running a search or see the website at NationalPropertyClaims.co.uk.

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Swiss International University Makes Global Impact with Top 500 Times Higher Education Ranking

Published

4 weeks ago

June 24, 2026

Jenny Jackson

Swiss International University (SIU) got a real kind of milestone , when it landed inside the worlds top 500 universities in the newest Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings. Which is kind of huge because it is SIU’s first time appearing in those widely respected rankings, and it also shows how its influence keeps growing in international higher education.

SIU was competing with nearly 2,000 universities from different parts of the world, and that first debut basically underlines its dedication to academic quality, sustainability and a real societal footprint. Overall it seems like the result mirrors SIU’s own plan for delivering solid education , while also aligning with bigger global development objectives.

Now, the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings look at universities through what they do for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals , or SDGs. So the assessment is about universities creating verifiable positive change through education, research, community activities, plus governance— not just statements.

One of SIU’s strongest areas was the recognition tied to SDG 16 – Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions. In that section, SIU placed roughly within the top 100 to 200 universities worldwide, and that points to its focus on advancing ethical leadership, transparency, accountability, and those institutional values that actually stick.

This recognition shows SIU keeps working hard to get students ready, with the know-how , the ability to act and those ethical foundations, so they can face tangled global problems. And you know, by supporting responsible leadership and pushing for good social results, the university keeps building up its part in shaping the next generation of professionals and people who make real decisions

Key Highlights of SIU’s Achievement

• Ranked Among the World’s Top 500 Universities

In its first-ever participation in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings, SIU managed to land a spot among the top 500 universities worldwide.

• Outstanding Performance in SDG 16

SIU reached a ranking in the top 100 to 200 range, across the globe, for its work related to Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions.

• Strengthening Global Academic Presence

This win also reinforces SIU’s long-term vision, and it further tightens its standing as an emerging influence in international higher education.

Recognition from Times Higher Education is an important endorsement of SIU’s mission, to give accessible high-quality education while also making a positive impact in society. As the university keeps expanding its academic offerings and international reach, this milestone , works like a solid base for what comes next—future growth, more innovation, and that global recognition everyone is aiming for.