Tougher sentences for companies who fail to protect workers

New sentencing guidance gives courts in England and Wales new powers to hand down far tougher penalties to employers who have a history of disregard for employee safety

Actis poised to launch CPD on revised Part L regulations

Revisions to Part L of the building regulations, which come into force in June, are the subject of a new CPD devised by Actis which is due to be launched to the industry in a few weeks’ time.

Jon Culshaw to attend BMF Members’ Day’s awards dinner

The impressionist will be joining the BMF event in the evening, which is taking place on September 27

Former NIA CEO launches National Spray Foam Insulation Association

The new National Spray Foam Insulation Association is to be launch on March 1 in response to requests from leading spray foam insulation companies.

SIG Roofing offers ONE warranty solution for pitched products

New warranty scheme launched to support customers through the entire roof build-up process

Why enter the Pitched Roofing Awards

Still not sure whether you are going to enter? We have outlined the benefits of entering the awards.

FMB says new apprenticeship funding is a ‘fair settlement’

New frameworks will come into effect in May 2017 following the introduction of the new apprenticeship levy

Tradespeople lose almost £1,500 a week if unable to use van,...

Tradespeople lose, on average, £1,427 every working week from lost business when their van is stolen, damaged, or written off, research by Direct Line business insurance has found.

BMF forecasts short term slowdown in sales growth

Revisions to the Builders Merchants Industry Forecast of merchant sales show drop in expected growth for 2019 over 2018

Södra launches new digital hub for UK customers

The site, which went live on Tuesday 22 January, will serve as a go-to source of information for those interested in specifying and working with timber