Howells introduces new online rooflight workshop

Following the success of its GQA-approved Rooflight Familiarisation Workshop, which was launched earlier this year, Howells Patent Glazing has introduced a new basic version, online.

CITB announces grant changes for apprentices

Sarah Beale, chief executive of the CITB, has announced that the New Apprentice Support Grant will be removed from 1 September, 2020.

NBG bolsters its roofing team with Watts Roofing Supplies

The National Buying Group has added specialist independent merchant Watts Roofing Supplies to its growing family.

Latest BMBI figures reveal merchant sales plummet in Q2

Sales figures for the second quarter of 2020 just published in the BMF’s Builders Merchants Building Index reflect the negative impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the construction industry with the sector down by -38.6% on Q2 2019.

Bringing the industry back together

Sarah Spink, chief executive officer of the Liquid Roofing and Waterproofing Association (LRWA), talks to RCI about how team spirit can help us stay positive through these trying times

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.

Construction manufacturers urged to ‘digitise product data’ to reduce risk

A new initiative has been launched to get manufacturers in the construction industry to take ownership of their product information. A series of articles are being produced and manufacturers are being encouraged to join a discussion group to share their views.

Timber engineering industry gathers for insights into the new normal

The Trussed Rafter Association will be running a virtual roadshow in October, allowing members to ‘meet’ and discuss current industry issues.

Setback for construction recovery can be fixed with successful Green Homes...

Government must release the breaks on sluggish construction sector activity by stepping up its support for builders who want to get accredited for the Green Homes Grants scheme, according to the Federation of Master Builders.

Industry urged to have its say on construction recovery plan

The construction industry is being urged to have its say on the recovery plan put forward by the Scottish Construction Leadership Forum.