NFRC North Western England and Wales region welcomes new committee members

The National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC) North Western England and Wales region has successfully recruited eight new committee members including a Chair to support, enhance and promote the strategic goals of the NFRC locally.

SPRA launches Homeowners Guide to Single Ply Roofing

New guide provides tips and guidance for homeowners seeking durable, 
low carbon impact roofing solution

Travis Perkins to open new Epsom branch

Travis Perkins is opening a brand new branch in Epsom next Monday, creating 16 new jobs.

Boulder Developments joins Fortis Merchants

Boulder Developments is now a supplier to Fortis, the UK’s largest construction buying group. 

Furlough scheme cut-off date extended to March 19, 2020

Thousands more employees will be able to receive support through the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme after the eligibility date has been extended to March 19, 2020.

HSE report questions effectiveness of tool manufacturers’ dust systems

An independent report by the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) has called into question the effectiveness of tool manufacturers’ dust extraction systems.

Legal win for Saint Gobain in Sika takeover bid

‘Opt-out’ clause holds up in Swiss court, allowing Saint-Gobain to take controlling stake without making a public offer to shareholders

1/3 UK solar jobs lost

PWC and STA survey shows support for tax breaks to re-boot struggling UK solar sector as global market accelerates

Wilson Brook to exhibit at the RCI Show 2024

Neil Holloway, founder and managing director of Wilson Brook Consulting, discusses the origins of his firm which is exhibiting at the RCI Show 2024 and how it operates differently to much of the recruitment industry.

Government responds to petition calling for measures to combat tool theft

A campaign called noVANber has petitioned the government to examine ways of preventing vehicle theft, by calling for a review of current vehicle theft prevention methods, tighter regulation when it comes to the selling of second-hand tools and greater minimum fines for those convicted of tool theft.