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

Pasquill joins BMF and Timber Forum

Forum attracts latest timber products company following inaugural meeting in November 2014

New service seeks to bring installers and housing work together

NIA launches programme to connect installers with housing associations and local authorities in need of insulation companies

MPs call for action on silicosis

The All Party Parliamentary Group for Respiratory Health has made recommendations for government action to tackle the dangers of silicosis.

Cladding specialist Curtis Moore wins roofing and cladding contract for £45m...

The venue is expected to become one of the country’s top community sports centres and feature some of the most state-of-the-art fitness facilities in Britain

ARMD appoints new sales director

Tool security systems company ARMD has appointed a new sales director as it expands its team to prepare for growth.

Construction earnings fall 5.5% in May

Weekly earnings for tradespeople in the construction sector decreased last month, according to latest figures released by Hudson Contract

TICA urges public procurement reforms to prioritise apprenticeships

The Thermal Insulation Contractors Association is urging public authorities to place apprenticeships at the centre of new public procurement regulations.

Band of Builders renovates home for amputee mother

The charity 'Band of Builders' has completed renovating the home of a mother of two, who had her legs amputated in February after contracting a rare bloodstream infection.

NARM appoints new chairman

The National Association of Rooflight Manufacturers has appointed Scott Leeder as chairman, following a vote at the association’s recent AGM.