Construction vacancies see a rise, back to pre-COVID levels
The number of job vacancies now available in the construction industry is back up to pre-COVID levels, according to December’s Office for National Statistics figures.
Community boost from Bristol builders’ merchant
Selco Builders Warehouse has opened its 140,000 sq ft site on Cater Road in Bishopsworth, ending a 25 year stay at its branch in Bedminster.
Travis Perkins to provide 800 Kickstart placements to support young people...
Travis Perkins has been approved as one of the government’s official Kickstart employers to provide 800 work placements for young, unemployed 16-to-24-year olds.
Government planning changes offer opportunities for small builders
Government measures to regenerate high streets, as well as self and custom-builders, are welcome boosts to tackling the housing crisis and construction activity, says the Federation of Master Builders.
November sees marginal increase as contract awards reach £4.9 billion
The total value of construction contract awards in November 2020 was £4.9 billion based on a three-month rolling average, with a small 0.2% increase on October, but 9.1% lower than for last November.
Covers employee raises £1,250 for charity with Christmas raffle
A Covers Timber & Builders Merchant staff member has raised £1,250 for Cancer Research UK after organising a Christmas raffle.
RGB’s Launceston branch marks 30 years since opening
The Launceston branch of RGB Building Supplies recently celebrated 30 years since it first opened its doors.
Supply chain issues hamper recovery for builders
Nine in 10 builders face rising costs, as supply chain disruptions and rising product demand are making it hard for Britain to get building, according to the latest State of Trade survey data from the Federation of Master Builders.
Prepare for extreme winter weather
As we head into the colder winter months and the risk of storms, heavy rainfall and snow increases, Stuart Nicholson, roof systems director from Marley, says all pitched roofs should be installed with extreme weather in mind.
National Timber Systems doubles its joist capacity
National Timber Systems has invested in a new manufacturing system for its engineered joists, which will double its overall capacity.