Gov introduces new targets to replace unsafe cladding
The government has published its Remediation Acceleration Plan which looks to introduce new measures to ensure unsafe cladding is removed at a quicker rate.
Eurocell to open new Watford branch
Home improvement specialist Eurocell is opening a brand new branch and trade counter in Watford.
SIG repeats support for foodbank initiative
SIG has announced it will be repeating its support for the Morrisons Supermarket Foodbank campaign this winter.
Concerns for 2025 arise despite good product availability, CLC reports
The CLC's Material Supply Chain Group has reported good levels of product availability overall but the potential surge in demand early next year may result in supply issues.
Winners of 2024 Pitched Roofing Awards revealed!
The Pitched Roofing Awards 2024 returned with the most guests we’ve had, with over 300 attendees celebrating the excellence and innovation in pitched roofing at The Midland Hotel in Manchester.
Gov to launch new skills hubs to “get Britain building”
The government has announced that 5,000 more construction apprenticeship places will be made available per year thanks to £140m of industry investment to “get Britain building again”.
BMF to raise concerns over Inheritance Tax plans
The Builders Merchants Federation is to write to the government expressing grave concerns over the future of the industry regarding changes to Inheritance Tax announced in the Autumn Budget.
TaperedPlus signs up to Building a Safer Future Charter
TaperedPlus has signed up to the Building a Safer Future Charter, joining other signatories in the initiative which aims to promote a culture of safety and proactive change within the built environment.
Entire SR Timber team becomes certified batten graders
SR Timber’s entire team has become fully certified to grade timber roofing battens to BS 5534:2014+A2:2018 after completing an independent and comprehensive training programme.
TICA launches ‘One More Apprentice’ campaign to secure industry future
The Thermal Insulation Contractors Association is urging all UK thermal insulation contractors to take proactive steps to secure the future of their businesses and the wider industry through its nationwide campaign.