Etex exceeds the sector’s 10% emissions reduction target
Etex has reported a 17% decrease in CO2 emissions per tonne in 2020 compared to 2010, with a reduction of 38% over the past three decades.
BBA launches client communications portal
The British Board of Agrément has launched a new portal for its clients, which aims to improve live project information sharing and allow clients to check the status of their certificates more easily.
#KickItWithKeylite challenge gets underway
Keylite Roof Windows is challenging its UK merchant partners and friends to #KickItWithKeylite, with the goal of raising £30,000 for three children’s charities.
Leeds College of Building receives £1 million grant funding to support...
The West Yorkshire Combined Authority has invested over £1 million into the future of a skilled workforce for the construction industry.
MKM opens Peterhead branch
MKM Building Supplies has opened its 89th branch in Peterhead, creating 13 new jobs in the area.
Roof Slating Apprentice of the Year winner revealed
Harry Aldridge, a Leeds College of Building apprentice, has received the 2021 Roof Slating Apprentice of the Year award from CUPA PIZARRAS for his exceptional commitment, determination, and dedication to training.
Selco set to open Canning Town branch
To celebrate, Selco Builders Warehouse is inviting charities in and around Canning Town in East London to submit an application for its Selco Stars scheme for the chance to win £1,000.
Material price index for ‘all work’ increases in August annually
The material price index for ‘All Work’ has increased by 23.5% in August 2021 compared to the same month the previous year.
New documentary heralds ‘era of responsibility’ for UK cladding industry
The ‘Behind the Façade’ documentary explores the UK construction industry’s response to the Grenfell Tower disaster and has been launched to encourage more open debate within the UK construction industry.
Construction sector slows down due to material and staff shortages, latest...
The construction sector suffered further growth slowdown in September due to supply issues, staff shortages and unpredictable pricing causing hesitancy among clients.