RetrofitWorks endorses National Retrofit Strategy
The founder of RetrofitWorks, Russell Smith shares his thoughts on the National Retrofit Strategy, and how his company has been campaigning for a plan to tackle the enormity of the task ahead when it comes to making the UK’s housing stock greener.
Institute of Roofing honours Student of the Year
The Institute of Roofing has announced Garath Buckingham as its Student of the Year, and has also awarded a Special Recognition Award to Janice Bailey. Both follow the completion of the Institute’s Associate Course.
Two in three builders’ workloads stagnant or declining, warns FMB
Citing its latest report, the Federation of Master Builders warns that a budget for Britain’s builders is needed to boost slowing workloads and to reverse contracting enquiries and employment.
NFRC and NBS team up to promote standards and guidance in...
Construction data platform NBS has partnered with the NFRC to promote standards and guidance within roofing specification to the broader construction industry.
CLC publishes first sector-wide skills plan to benefit the broader industry
The Construction Leadership Council has published its first sector-wide skills plan for construction, which sets out how to tackle key skills challenges facing the industry.
Construction sector upbeat over short-term prospects but longer-term challenges remain
Despite the negative impacts of the pandemic, 85% of construction firms say they feel positive about their prospects for the year ahead.
Construction needs 350,000 new roles to achieve Net Zero
The construction industry needs the equivalent of 350,000 new roles to be created by 2028 for the UK to achieve its 2050 Net Zero emissions goals, suggests the Construction Industry Training Board.
A. Proctor Group expands its modular offsite sector team
The A. Proctor Group has welcomed back Will Jones as its new business development manager for its High Rise/Façades and Modular Offsite division.
CICV Forum calls for a Scottish Minister for Construction in its...
The construction industry in Scotland has issued its first-ever manifesto detailing the crucial steps needed to be taken to secure a viable and sustainable future for the sector.
Screwfix plans more than 50 new stores this year, creating around...
Screwfix plans to open more than 50 stores this year, creating around 600 new jobs in communities across the UK and the Republic of Ireland.