Industry reacts to Building Safety Bill’s second reading
Leaseholders in blocks of flats with cladding should be supported to buy, sell or re-mortgage their homes after the government agreed with major lenders to pave the way to ending the need for EWS1 forms in smaller buildings.
Makita relocates its Milton Keynes service centre
Makita UK has relocated its Milton Keynes Factory Service Centre site to a new, larger location to house regional servicing activity, which will enable the company to bolster its customer repair and service support commitments.
Labour and product shortages putting pressure on the construction industry
Labour and product shortages are having a significant impact on the construction industry’s supply chain across the UK, leading to delayed deliveries and rising prices.
Construction firms struggle with isolating workforce
The UK’s construction industry has been hit hard by a large part of the workforce being told to self-isolate, which is only exacerbated by the labour shortage.
Environmental targets will be missed unless home improvement market is overhauled
Climate change targets will not be delivered unless the home improvements market is overhauled, according to a new report from the Federation of Master Builders and the Centre for Research into Energy Demand Solutions.
Knauf Insulation made ‘Business Champion’ for net zero carbon
Knauf Insulation has been selected as a net zero ‘Business Champion’ for the CO2nstructZero initiative, joining other companies committed to demonstrating the best practice to reduce construction carbon emissions.
CHAS representative gives tips for working in hot weather
With the Met Office issuing warnings for an incoming heatwave, a representative from CHAS provides some tips on how contractors can stay safe working in the intense sun and heat.
Industry continues growth trajectory as BMBI figures show sales are up
Year-on-year sales through UK builders’ merchants are on an upward trajectory, as the industry continues to meet sustained high demand for building products.
NFRC Toolbox Talk: Coping with Workplace Stress and Fatigue
The National Federation of Roofing Contractors has published a free to download Toolbox Talk to support roofers who are facing high levels of stress and fatigue, due to the ongoing shortage of materials and skilled labour, as well as rising material prices.
CMOgroup.com price jumps as it lists on AIM
CMOgroup.com has enjoyed a successful start to life as a publicly traded company now that its listed on the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange.