UK Roofing Awards 2021 deadline for entries extended
In recognition of the busy time the roofing industry is currently going through, the deadline for entering a project into the UK Roofing Awards 2021 has been extended to 6 August 2021.
CLC pushes to bring self-isolation date forward
The Construction Leadership Council has urged the government to bring forward the 16 August date, when self-isolation rules will be relaxed for the double-jabbed, to alleviate the workforce shortage the construction sector is currently experiencing.
COVID-19 app impacts on building materials’ supply chain
Self-isolation alerts are having a significant impact on the supply of building materials, according to the Builders Merchants Federation.
Vivalda launches new composites business
Vivalda Group has launched a new business to supply UK door manufacturers with aluminium door panels.
NJS (Scotland) fined after worker falls through cement sheet roof
NJS (Scotland), an asbestos removal company, has been fined £8,000 after one of its workers fell off a garage roof, injuring his back.
Decade high workloads clash with staff and material shortages
While builders’ workloads are at their highest levels for ten years, the industry still has to contend with steep increases in material prices and a growing struggle to secure labour, especially carpenters and bricklayers.
NBG is the latest to support IoBM’s ambitious plans
The National Buying Group has joined the Institute of Builders Merchants as a Corporate Supplier member, showing its support for the Institute's professional training ethos.
RoofCERT pilots new route to accreditation for experienced roofers
RoofCERT has developed its Experienced Worker Route as a new way for experienced operatives working in the roof tiling discipline to gain accreditation.
Fixfast launches new self-service online portal
Fixfast’s customers can now make and manage their orders via the new fully integrated ‘My Account’ function on the manufacturer’s website.
MKM Building Supplies expands its Scottish presence
MKM Building Supplies has purchased Spey Valley Timber & Builders Merchants, continuing the supplier's period of growth in Scotland.