Price inflation drives bumper Q1 2022

The latest total value sales data shows Q1 2022 was a bumper quarter thanks in part to a record-breaking March.

Williamson praises expansion of Derby builders’ merchant

Derby North MP, Chris Williamson visited Browns Builders Merchants to see how it has invested in the business to open a second branch

“Game-changing” BIM data product library announced

DataBook will “help make BIM work for everyone”, according to Building Research Establishment (BRE)

Construction industry’s pledge to tackle labour exploitation

The construction industry has put its name to a joint agreement aimed at eradicating slavery and labour exploitation

Home isolation gives rise to increased insulating and home improvement projects

The Independent Builders Merchant Group (IBMG) has reported an increase in demand for insulation supplies – with a notable upturn in online purchases delivered directly to the customer amid the COVID-19 outbreak.  

IPAF launches new app to streamline training certification

The International Powered Access Federation has launched an app for operators of mobile elevating work platforms and mast-climbing work platforms to bring training certification into the digital era.

Lisa and Joanne of SPV Group are lifesavers

The two ladies rushed to the aid of a gentleman when he suffered a cardiac arrest in the SPV Group car park

Property developer prosecuted for breaching Bat Mitigation Licence

A Derby-based property developer has been ordered to pay a hefty fine for breaching the conditions of a European Protected Species Bat Mitigation Licence.

CAB board appoints new CEO

The Council for Aluminium in Building board has appointed a new CEO to start in May.

Ravatherm UK shows its support for LRWA Awards

The company will sponsor the newly-introduced 'Liquid Roofing Project of the Year in a Buried Application' award