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.  

SR Timber unveils new-look website

After listening to customer feedback, the website has been redesigned to make it easier to use and access

NM Group launches ex-offender construction training initiative

The initiative aims to help ex-offenders upskill to make them more employable once they leave prison

Façade panels blown off Angel Gardens tower block

Three panels have been blown off the 36-storey skyscraper in Manchester, during high winds, leading to the council closing adjacent roads for safety reasons.

Construction to suffer election uncertainty until 2018, says CPA

Industry forecasts suggest both public and private spending could be withheld when a new Government takes charge

Glimmers of growth for SME lending

Lending dropped by £2bn in one year and £4bn since 2013, but SMEs feel confident about securing future finance

Green roof initiative wins top planning award

60 green roofs created in the Square Mile

Langley scoops up roofing award at NFRC’s 2018 ceremony

The company won the award for a major refurbishment project on an estate in London

Fastest rise in construction output since May 2017

House building expands at sharpest pace since December 2015

HSE responds to industry feedback with new CDM regulations

CDM 2015 seeks to remove bureaucracies, simplify regulations and provide aid to small firms