Builders’ profits fall as economy falters, report finds
Forty-nine percent of small builders have had a negative impact on their profit margins in the last quarter, report finds.
Building Safety Fund opens for new applications
The Building Safety Fund has opened for new applications on for eligible buildings without a funding solution in place.
Russell Roof Tiles arranges charity firewalk
Russell Roof Tiles has arranged its first ever charity firewalk to help raise money for local communities.
Construction product availability continues to improve, report finds
General product availability continues to improve across all regions except for Northern Ireland, where separate issues are impacting the transport of good.
Winners of BMI Apprentice of the Year announced
BMI UK & Ireland has announced Steel Sweatland of RSM Roofing and Malachi Wilkes of Rio Asphalt & Paving Company as the winners of the BMI Apprentice of the Year competition.
Over 70% of contractors face business viability fears, says NFRC
Seventy-one percent of roofing and cladding contractors feel that the survival of their business is being threatened by price inflation and soaring costs.
Quarter of UK construction experience fraudulent activity in the last year
A quarter of construction companies suffered from fraud in the last year, with a third of which falling victim to invoice fraud and three in five firms finding the quality of materials unlawfully reduced.
Encon & Nevill Long invests in apprenticeships
Encon & Nevill Long has welcomed four new apprentices to its Fareham branch as part of its ongoing commitment to training and development of new and existing teams.
Klober appoints three new managers
Klober has made three new key appointments as it aims to embrace a more diverse skillset to help bridge the skills gap.
Made For Trade notches up nine notable NFA Nominations
Wynyard-based manufacturer celebrates a huge amount of nominations for the 2022 National Fenestration Awards, covering various aspects of the thriving business.