Roofing workloads rise in Q1, survey finds

Roofing contractors saw an increase in workload in Q1 2023 but skilled recruitment challenges remain.

Housing must be part of the Chancellor’s ‘infrastructure revolution’

This warning from the Federation of Master Builders comes as the government announced a policy in its recent Spending Round.

British Safety Council responds to comments on the Building Safety Bill

Clive Betts MP, chair of the Housing, Communities and Local Government Select Committee, believes that the government’s new building safety proposals are “full of holes”.

Secretary of State for Scotland visits Russell Roof Tiles

Russell Roof Tiles has been handpicked by the UK government as a great example of a business ‘building back better’ with a special visit from the Secretary of State for Scotland.

CICV Forum set to host six advice webinars

The Construction Industry Coronavirus Forum is launching a series of free advice webinars to help industry professionals improve their contractual and commercial awareness on construction projects.

Toolstation launches new applications to improve its service offering

Toolstation, the supplier of tools and building supplies, has launched its new Trade Credit account and January catalogue, as part of its continued commitment to further support its trade customers.

CCF develops Insulation for the Nation focus

CCF will be working closely with insulation manufacturers for its 'Insulation for the Nation' development to provide customers with an even greater insulation offering.

Vivalda’s Grenfell Tower documentary recognised at awards

Vivalda’s Behind the Façade film has been recognised at the 2022 Event & Visual Communication Association (EVCOM) Awards in London in the Education and Training award category.

Government must extend wage assistance to help construction’s bogus self-employed

Unite called on the government to extend its wage support scheme announced last Friday (20 March), to protect the million plus workers trapped in bogus self-employment during the coronavirus crisis.  

Consumer campaign ‘Work Safe. Safe Work’ is launched to help boost...

New guidance from TrustMark and the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy is being issued to homeowners for when they have tradespeople carry out work in their homes.