Parker and Chandlers launch in branch tool hire service
Parker Building Supplies and Chandlers Building Supplies are launching their own in branch tool hire service starting first in Petworth in October, followed by establishments in Godstone and Eastbourne later in the month.
MKM Derby branch aims to be the ‘pride of the park’
Independent builders’ merchant MKM Building Supplies has opened the doors to its Derby branch at Pride Park, with help from Derby County Football Club legend Roger Davies.
Apollo roofing listed as Living Wage Accreditation business
Apollo Roofing has been listed as a Living Wage Accredited business, which ensures the company pays fairly and employees have enough to cover everyday needs.
New Housing Secretary must focus on quality when delivering 300,000 new...
"The new Secretary of State must ensure that the government’s target to build 300,000 homes a year is not achieved at the expense of quality."
Marley considers floating on the London Stock Exchange
The private equity owners of Marley Group are considering floating the company on the London Stock Exchange.
Construction professionals share supply chain productivity challenges
Supply chain collaboration, pressure to build quickly and skills shortages are top of the list of productivity challenges for construction professionals, according to new research from Etex.
Experts advise tradespeople on how to prepare for retirement
Following Pension Awareness Week, which is taking place on 13-17 September, research by IronmongeryDirect has found that one in eight tradespeople approaching retirement age do not have any financial preparations for their retirement.
Band of Builders breaks down taboo about mental health
Roofing contractors are being urged to get involved with the ‘Big Brew’ national campaign to address the mental health crisis in the construction sector.
Construction job vacancies reach record high
The latest ONS figures show that construction vacancies reached its highest ever level, with 37,000 listings between June and August, while the UK as a whole experiences over one million job vacancies for the first time since records began.
Ultraroof system shortlisted twice at Pitched Roofing Awards
Ultraframe's Ultraroof solid roof system has been shortlisted twice at the Pitched Roofing Awards in the category of Best Use of a Solid Conservatory Roof System.