When previously reliable lifts start to experience problems and become a ‘rogue unit’ it’s time to look at possible causes. Our Guest Editor, Brian Preston from CPA talks about SPDs and we interview Paul Burns from D2E about battery back ups and more.

Now that the new process to apply for approval of plans under the Building Regulations in England are fully in force, there is much debate about what is required. Hywel Davies considers the new requirements. 

Lots of news from LIFTEX with less than 5 months to go and if you are off on holiday Safety First is a must read as it’s all about Luggage!  We interview the new President of LEIA, Karis Walker,  look at Stuck In a Lift Season 3 and Ted Talks Exercise - how are you doing with your New Year Resolutions? And we report from the ISEE in Mumbai where a few familiar faces make an appearance. And Cordelia, who puts this newsletter together is our Elevator Pitch person so you can find out all about her!