Construction falls flat in the first quarter
New orders grew by just 1% across the first quarter of 2016
BMF sets ambitious targets for more women merchants
“The BMF recognises the value of gender diversity and will take action to increase the representation of young women in our apprenticeship programmes.”
Apprentice Levy could hinder growth of Scottish apprenticeship numbers
Growth in apprenticeship numbers in Scotland could be hindered unless the Scottish Government commits to application of the new UK-wide Apprenticeship Levy for training
91% of construction workers falling short in retirement targets
“Workers in this sector need to revisit their retirement plans before it’s too late.”
BS 85500 makes a strong case for water resistant insulation
As the global threat of flood events from climate change increases, Mel Price of the BRUFMA puts forward the case for water resistant insulation to deliver flood resilience for UK homes
NHBC Health and Safety Awards 2016
The first round of winners for the NHBC’s Health and Safety Awards 2016 have been announced
New BMF App brings information to employees’ fingertips
The new app has been designed for organisations with a scattered workforce such as multi-site builders merchants, building materials suppliers or those with teams working off-site
BeA kicks off Euro 2016 promotion
The business will be giving away exclusively designed, limited edition BeA Euro 2016 t-shirts whilst stocks last
Taking on Tanzania
Big-hearted bosses get on their bikes for challenge of a lifetime in Africa to aid charity
Success for SPV
Walsall-based refurbishment specialists awarded Family Business of the Year at The Express and Star Awards