CICV Forum backs calls to reduce VAT by Scottish Housing Minister
The Construction Industry Coronavirus (CICV) Forum is backing the Housing Minister’s call for a VAT cut, claiming it would boost economy and green recovery.
MCRMA publishes new guidance document on cavity barriers
The Metal Cladding and Roofing Manufacturers Association has published a new Guidance Document GD36 Cavity barrier for ventilated rainscreen façades.
NARM appoints new chairman
The National Association of Rooflight Manufacturers has appointed Scott Leeder as chairman, following a vote at the association’s recent AGM.
Made for Trade reveals new branding
Made for Trade has officially revealed new branding and a refreshed corporate identity.
Winners of BMI Apprentice of the Year announced
BMI UK & Ireland has announced Steel Sweatland of RSM Roofing and Malachi Wilkes of Rio Asphalt & Paving Company as the winners of the BMI Apprentice of the Year competition.
Ecological building systems joins Scotland’s drive for innovation with seminar event
The BBA Seal of Approval seminar tour reaches Glasgow on November 8
BMF and CPA monitor construction supplies to iron out demand and...
The Builders Merchants Federation is working with the Construction Products Association to monitor the manufacturing and distribution of their members in order to meet the needs of housebuilders, contractors and small and medium-sized builders as sites re-open.
Etex to expand UK presence with £140 million investment
The Etex Group has indicated its ongoing commitment to the UK construction industry, investing £140 million in a new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Bristol.
Vivalda Group sees its sales rise by 9% in 2019
The rise from £33.73 million to £36.77 million during 2019 is in despite of the continued gloom surrounding the UK construction sector that saw more than 22 contractors go out of business last year.
Builders’ merchant Merritt & Fryers acquires Briggs & Duxbury
Skipton-based builders’ merchants Merritt & Fryers has acquired Briggs & Duxbury in Barnoldswick for an undisclosed sum.