Revised BMF forecast shows drop in sales growth for 2019

The ongoing economic uncertainty linked to Brexit is a major factor in the revised Builders Merchants Industry Forecast of merchant sales, with a drop of -1.8% in expected growth for 2019 over 2018.

Construction industry prepares for downturn, warns FMB

To ensure their firms are ready for any economic shockwaves later this year, employers are reducing their number of direct employees and relying more on sub-contractors who are easier to shed if work dries up.

BMI’s training facilities claim academy status

The multi-site operation offers visitors the chance to develop and improve either knowledge or skills to those in the roofing sector at all levels.

Bears aid Selco’s charity push for Macmillan

The builders’ merchant staged its annual charity night in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support at Edgbaston at the Bears’ recent T20 clash against Derbyshire Falcons, raising £15,000 at the event

Disruptive £38m online construction materials supplier celebrates 220% growth in just...

Online construction materials retailer cmostores.com is continuing to see rapid expansion with 2018 sales increasing by 44% continuing a trend of record growth

MCRMA extends its online CPD programme

Two CPD modules have been added and are available to those who are seeking to develop their knowledge and skills within the metal building envelope sector.

Construction industry unites to demand delay to VAT changes

Trade bodies call on the government to delay the implementation of damaging VAT changes in the construction industry.

Construction output contracted in Q2

Construction Products Association responds to the latest Office for National Statistics construction output data.

Avonside announces acquisition of BillSaveUK Limited

Avonside Group has announced the acquisition of BillSaveUK housebuilding insulation division

Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity publishes third annual Impact Report

The report communicates the impact that the charity is making and how it is helping to make a difference to the lives of our construction workforce and their families