BS 8233 plays an important role in shaping national approaches to sound insulation and noise reduction in buildings.

Following significant industry engagement and a substantial volume of comments during public consultation, the proposed new edition has attracted considerable attention across the built environment sector.

Join us and leading experts at this free webinar to explore the background to BS 8233, understand the key changes planned for the new edition and hear perspectives from industry and government representatives.

Whether you are involved in acoustic design, planning, development, environmental health, construction, or consultancy, this webinar will help you better understand the direction of the revised standard and the considerations that informed its development.

Webinar details

  • Tuesday 20 October 2026 
  • Time: 10.00-11.25 am (GMT)
  • Location: Online

What the webinar will cover

During this webinar, you'll learn:

  • The purpose and background of BS 8233.
  • Why the revision has attracted significant industry interest.
  • The key changes proposed for the new edition.
  • How feedback received during consultation has informed the draft.
  • The Institute of Acoustics perspective on the revision.
  • How approaches to acoustics and noise differ across the UK nations.
  • Answers to your questions during a live expert Q&A.

Event timings

  • 10:00 – 10:10 Welcome and Housekeeping Emily Holbrook , BSI
  • 10:10 – 10:30 Overview of BS 8233, its background, and the changes which are planned for the new edition, David Hiller 
  • 10:30 – 10:45 IoA (Institute of Acoustics) perspective on BS 8233, Daniel Goodhand
  • 10:45 – 11:00 Welsh perspective on acoustics and noise innovation , Martin McVay 
  • 11:00 – 11:20 Live Q&A, with all speakers and moderated by Emily Holbrook, BSI
  • 11:20 – 11:25 Closing Remarks, Emily Holbrook, BSI

Why attend?

The proposed revision of BS 8233 has generated significant discussion across industry. This is your opportunity to hear directly from experts who have been closely involved with the standard and gain greater clarity on the reasoning behind proposed changes.

You'll leave with a stronger understanding of the revision, the consultation process, and the practical implications for your organization.

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Speakers

Daniel Goodhand
Daniel Goodhand is an environmental acoustics specialist with over 23 years’ experience and Managing Director of Goodhand Acoustics. He is a Director and Trustee of the Institute of Acoustics and Chair of its Publications Committee. He contributes to national acoustic standards and guidance documents, presents technical papers at conferences, judges industry awards, and writes and reviews technical articles for Acoustics Bulletin. His project experience includes HS2, Crossrail, Thames Tideway and Heathrow.
Dr Martin McVay
Dr Martin McVay is Environmental Public Health Senior Policy Manager in the Welsh Government. When the BS 8233 revision project began, he was the Welsh Government's policy lead on noise and soundscape, a role he was in for over a decade. Prior to that he was an air and noise pollution modeller at the Environment Agency.
 
Dr David Hiller
Dr David Hiller is an Associate Director with Arup based in Manchester, having worked with Arup for 26 years, prior to which he was with the Transport Research Laboratory for 13 years. He is a Member of the Institute of Acoustics and a Chartered Engineer. David has led and undertaken a diverse range of projects covering building and environmental acoustics, planning, groundborne vibration and design of large sound systems. His experience has spanned many sectors and includes residential, healthcare, education, stadia, cultural buildings, science and industry, as well as energy, water, rail, road and aviation. He has provided expert witness services on noise and vibration matters for a variety of planning and litigation inquiries; and is experienced in public consultation and engagement during the planning process.
Emily Rebecca Holbrook
Emily Rebecca Holbrook is a Standards Development Manager at BSI. She has been working with national Built Environment committees for two years, following 10 years working in professional publishing as a commissioning editor. Emily also acts as secretary for a number of European CEN committees 
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