Report finds supply chain development opportunities for Scotland’s low carbon construction...
The Construction Leadership Forum has published a report mapping out low carbon energy supply chain capabilities in Scotland and identifying areas for potential growth.
‘Higher-risk’ buildings given six months to register with Building Safety Regulator
Those responsible for the safety of high-rise residential buildings in England have six months from April 2023 to register with the new Building Safety Regulator.
Average tradesperson currently chasing £7,000 in late payments, report finds
New research has revealed that tradespeople are currently owed on average £6,984 which is past the due date for payment.
Tradespeople call for more encouragement for apprenticeships
The majority of tradespeople think more can be done to encourage more people into the construction industry after 85% said there is a shortage of apprentices.
HSE launches asbestos awareness campaign for young tradespeople
The Health and Safety Executive has launched a new asbestos awareness campaign to highlight the serious dangers the material poses to next generation tradespeople.
Bishop Auckland College students tour TICA facility for Open Doors visit
Twenty students from Bishop Auckland College toured TICA's Darlington facility over two days as part of Build UK's Open Doors initiative.
Whitesales appoints new contracts manager for projects team
Whitesales, now incorporating Lareine Engineering, has appointed a contracts manager to its projects team to support customers on projects in the south of England.
ROCKWOOL appoints new UK managing director
ROCKWOOL has appointed a new managing director to lead the insulation manufacturer across the UK and Irish markets.
BMF questions effectiveness of the Great British Insulation Scheme
The Builders Merchants Federation has cautiously welcomed new government measures to increase the energy efficiency of UK homes as part of its Powering Up Britain strategy.
Q1 construction activity exceeds expectations, report finds
Construction activity in the first quarter of 2023 was higher than predicted in Q4 2022 as consumer confidence held but inflation remains a concern.