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New research on the smoke toxicity of building cladding, published by The Fire Protection Association, calls on the government to consider the role that toxicity should play in product approvals.

Builders Merchants Federation members have reported widespread disruption and delays, with a shortfall in drivers able to transport goods across the country.

Ministry of Defence announces plans to sell 12 sites across UK, providing land for 15,000 new homes

Ruth Jones, the Labour MP for Newport West & Islwyn, has visited insulation firm Q-Bot’s operations and training base in her constituency. 

With Welwyn Tool Group exhibiting at the RCI Show 2024, be sure to read about the welding machines which revolutionise thermoplastic membrane welding on flat roofs from Leister.

The TV personality’s presence completes a diverse line-up of speakers.

The business is said to be on track for a £2 million turnover by the end of the year

IKO Polymeric has carried out a free roof refurb to St Francis Community Centre in Boythorpe Chesterfield

The ACR has met for the 50th time since it was established in 1998 to provide guidance on roof safety

While the primary purpose of fire protection measures is to safeguard life, there are wider implications too. As a building’s fire performance comes under greater scrutiny from financial service providers, Paul Barrett, head of product management at ROCKWOOL, explores what this means for contractors and how to mitigate risk.