Government must outlaw ‘cowboy builders’, says FMB

Conservative MP Mark Garnier’s bill debated last week [19 November] called for the licensing of domestic building companies and a complaints and compensation system for consumers who have suffered shoddy work from 'cowboy builders'.

MKM Chelmsford raises £10,000 for Little Havens hospice

The MKM Building Supplies branch in Chelmsford has raised more than £10,000 for Little Havens children’s hospice through charity events, dinners and embarking on unusual activities.

BSI promotes transparency and traceability with new ID technology

BSI has launched a new identification tool for products to drive safety across the supply chain.

Prime Minister learns the importance of builders’ merchants

The Prime Minister recently visited his constituency's local Travis Perkins branch where he learned about the important role builders' merchants are playing in the national economy and sustainability.

Association of Master Roofers launches

The Association of Master Roofers has been formed and aims to work with passion for the betterment of the roofing industry.

WernerCo hires a new training manager

WernerCo has hired Trevor Rabson as training manager to give specialised training and best-practice advice to customers and those working at height.

Apollo Roofing celebrates ‘living wage week’

Apollo Roofing is joining in the Living Wage Week celebrations by reinforcing its appreciation for its workforce after being awarded its accreditation by the Living Wage Foundation in June.

Band of Builders renovates home for amputee mother

The charity 'Band of Builders' has completed renovating the home of a mother of two, who had her legs amputated in February after contracting a rare bloodstream infection.

Winner crowned at Great British Slate Off 2021

Jordan Maley, a slating apprentice from South Lanarkshire College, who is currently working at Owens LRJ Roofing, has won the inaugural ‘Great British Slate Off’ competition.

Selco opens in Canning Town

Selco Builders Warehouse has kicked off a branch opening double header to end 2021, officially cutting the ribbon on its 71st UK store in Canning Town.