Greener homes needed to tackle energy crisis, says FMB

A nationwide retrofit plan to make UK homes greener is needed to secure the country’s long term energy future, says the Federation of Master Builders, commenting on the Prime Minister’s tackling of soaring bills.

Biotecture announces second recruitment drive in six months

Living wall design installer Biotecture has announced a second major recruitment drive to expand its professional maintenance team.

Beesley & Fildes opens new £2m distribution centre

Beesley & Fildes has opened a new distribution centre to accommodate the growth in demand for its building products and support its 11 northwest branches.

CHAS members to get discounted inspection management software

CHAS has teamed up with SafetyCulture to provide its contractors with discounted access to the technology company’s digital operations management platform.

TrustMark launches home improvement app

TrustMark has launched its free app which provides a ‘one-stop shop’ for consumers looking to better understand the home improvement process.

CLC urges government to suspend UKCA transition

The Construction Leadership Council is calling on the newly appointed government to suspend the UKCA transition for at least two years.

Accsys increases Accoya wood capacity by a third

Accsys has expanded production capacity at its facilities in Arnhem with its new acetylation chamber increasing production capacity by a third.

Roofing company fined after worker falls through rooflight

A Wakefield roofing company has been fined and its sole director given a suspended prison sentence after a subcontractor was killed falling 12m through a rooflight.

Three-in-five tradespeople working over Christmas

More than half of tradespeople will be taking callouts this year on key festive dates over the Christmas period, with more than a quarter planning to work more than usual over the season.

Dudley’s Aluminium gives employees hefty one-off payment

Dudley’s Aluminium is supporting its employees through the current cost of living crisis with a one-off payment of £750.