The financial year ended 31 December 2025 continued to present significant challenges for Building Control Surveyors Ltd as the building control profession adapted to the implementation of the Building Safety Act 2022 and the associated regulatory reforms. The introduction of the new licensing regime for Registered Building Inspectors, together with increased compliance obligations, operational requirements and the additional costs associated with operating under the new regulatory framework, has had a material impact on the Company's trading performance and balance sheet.
As a consequence, the Company's retained reserves reduced from £120,744 at the end of 2024 to £64,046 at the end of 2025. Whilst this represents a significant reduction in reserves, the Company has remained solvent throughout the financial year, has continued to meet all of its financial obligations as they have fallen due, and continues to trade as a going concern.
The Directors remain confident in the long-term prospects of the business. During the early part of 2026 the Company secured new government contracts and implemented a revised strategic business plan focused on sustainable growth, operational efficiency and diversification of services. Encouragingly, the first quarter of 2026 has returned the business to profitability, providing positive evidence that the recovery strategy is delivering the anticipated results.
The Directors therefore consider that the Company is well placed to strengthen its financial position during 2026 and beyond and remain committed to providing a high-quality, independent building control service while continuing to meet the demanding standards of the new regulatory regime.