Construction industry “returns to growth”
New report shows profits and production have increased, despite constraints caused by skills shortages
Construction output down as house-building levels fall
Official figures suggest the industry has moved out of its period of growth, but questions of why ONS data does not tally with recent industry surveys emerge
Solar FiT scheme takes another hit
DECC scraps ‘pre-accreditation’ process of the scheme, which allows developers to agree a fixed tariff rate before project completion
Industry must work together to tackle skills crisis says head of...
Adrian Belton addressed industry figures and Government officials at the Construction Industry Summit to call for cooperation in addressing skills shortages
Milestone moment for the NFRC
Roofing trade body welcomes its 1,000th member, with DPM Industrial Roofing (UK) becoming the latest firm to join up
Huge increase in the number of high value projects on hold
Barbour ABI data shows a 30% increase in the value of projects being delayed, with increased tender prices by contractors and specialists thought to be a major cause
Employment contracts rare for construction workers
New poll finds more than 60% of workers do not have a contract, while 16% said they considered themselves to be on a zero-hour contract
New partnership seeks to promote quality
FMB and LABC set out to support quality builders and inform consumers of the importance of using competent, vetted builders for their work.
John Brash keeps industry on track with regulations
New campaign launched to keep the roofing sector up to date with the recent changes to BS 5534, with a new guide offering simple and easy to understand information on working within the Standard
Investment in manufacturing sees McMullen Façades increase capacity
£1m spent on new equipment means McMullen has increased its production capability as part of the company’s ongoing investment programme