Ibstock supports school construction with bricks and tiles

10,000 bricks and Forticrete roof tiles donated to school building

IBMG extends presence in southwest

The Independent Builders Merchant Group has acquired Perrys Builders Merchants Limited as it continues its strategy of developing its divisions through acquisitions, new site development and organic growth.

Young roofers to compete on national stage

This year’s SkillBuild Final will take place from November 17-19 at NEC Birmingham

CITB workers are facing a triple whammy of attacks on pay,...

The entire workforce at the Construction Industry Training Board, which employs around 700 staff, is facing a triple whammy of cuts to pay, conditions and jobs, according to Unite the Union.

Builders merchant looking for 2018 charity partner

Chandlers are asking for submissions from charities to be its 2018 partner

NFRC urges roofers to make the most of CompetentRoofer membership

The National Federation of Roofing Contractors is urging members of the CompetentRoofer scheme to make the most of their membership

HSE issues safety alert about sub-standard face masks on the market

The Health and Safety Executive has issued a warning that sub-standard Chinese face masks are flooding the market, which should not be used as personal protective equipment in the workplace.

CLC warns of 24-to-30-week lead times on roof tiles

The Construction Leadership Council has warned of 24–30-week average lead times on concrete roof tiles, as the industry struggles with ongoing materials and haulier shortages.

Olympian Steve Backley to speak at first BMF Young Merchants’ Conference

The day will embrace business and inspirational presentations, industry forums and networking opportunities

Buildbase launches insulation specialist in Scotland

NDI products and services will initially be available in the Aberdeen branch of Buildbase.