1.3 million new skilled workers needed over next decade, Checkatrade reports
Checkatrade has reported that 1.3 million new skilled workers and 350,000 apprentices are needed over the next decade to meet government targets and industry demands.
Rooflight Association strengthens marketing team
The Rooflight Association has made two new appointments to strengthen its marketing team.
BMF announces 2025 charity partners
The Builders Merchants Federation (BMF) has announced it will be raising money for Variety, the Children’s Charity and The Educational Frontier Trust in 2025.
Labour MP visits Q-Bot Newport facility amid expansion plans
Ruth Jones, the Labour MP for Newport West & Islwyn, has visited insulation firm Q-Bot’s operations and training base in her constituency.
PermaGroup strengthens commercial expertise with five new appointments
PermaGroup has appointed five new members to its restructured commercial team.
SIG Roofing to exhibit at Solar & Storage Live
SIG Roofing will be exhibiting at Solar & Storage Live show, taking place at the NEC in Birmingham.
Spanwall crowned at EMAs
Spanwall has been crowned at this year’s Engineering & Manufacturing Awards for its Smart Manufacturing initiative.
IBMG CEO appointed as BMF board advisor
The Builders Merchants Federation has appointed the CEO of the Independent Builders Merchant Group as a board advisor.
WestWood crowned in British Parking Awards
WestWood, in partnership with specialist contractor Cemplas Waterproofing & Concrete Repairs Ltd, has been recognised at the British Parking Awards 2024.
Mostly good product availability continues; other industry concerns persist, CLC reports
The latest report from the Construction Leadership Council’s Material Supply Chain Group has continued to show little change from preceding months, but industry concerns and growth speculation continues.