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Government measures to regenerate high streets, as well as self and custom-builders, are welcome boosts to tackling the housing crisis and construction activity, says the Federation of Master Builders.

Latest investment sees the creation of a new showroom for customers to use when browsing the wide range of products available from Silva Timber Products

Tradespeople have been urged to fit their vans with CCTV and a safe to protect valuable tools and equipment from pesky thieves.

This year’s HSE inspections will be focusing on respiratory risks and occupational lung disease during its month-long initiative starting 4 October, supported by its WorkRight campaign. 

The site, which went live on Tuesday 22 January, will serve as a go-to source of information for those interested in specifying and working with timber

Non-mechanical construction equipment sales specialist adds 29 new trucks to its fleet

The Federation of Master Builders supports the Environmental Audit Committee when suggesting to cut VAT on the installation of domestic energy efficiency improvements and low carbon heating technology, as it would help unlock additional finance for households to invest in their properties.

Mark Vandecruys, chairman of Belgium-based Fedrus International, and Neil Lawrence, chief operating officer of Jewson will join the previously announced speakers

PermaGroup has appointed someone in its newly-established group sales manager role as the business experiences continued growth with sights set on expansion into new markets.

The Training Hub will offer a free course which will equip young people aged 16-18 with the skills necessary to be construction-site-ready, and on completion will gain a CSCS card, Level 1 Introduction to Construction, Manual Handling, Asbestos Awareness and Manual Handling Training as well as hands on industry-specific practical training