The King’s Speech outlining the Government’s legislative programme offers little hope or excitement to the building industry with no new initiatives to address the decline in housebuilding, says the Federation of Master Builders (FMB). Brian Berry Chief Executive of the FMB said: “It is disappointing that that there was nothing of note in the King’s…
Travis Perkins, which is part of Travis Perkins plc and is the UK’s largest distributor of materials to the construction sector, is relocating from Devonshire Road to 511 Coldhams Lane on Monday 6th of November. The existing 32 strong team will transfer to the new site, and Travis Perkins has recruited an extra four staff…
Set up in 2013, The Screwfix Foundation has been donating to charities and not-for-profit organisations to help fix, repair, maintain and improve facilities for those in need. Screwfix customers, colleagues and suppliers, have raised an incredible £13m over the last 10 years, which has been donated to more than 2,500 organisations. In the last two…
Airtech, the condensation, mould and radon specialists, is once again supporting UK Radon Awareness Week (6 – 12 November 2023) by helping raise awareness of the gas. Run by the UK Radon Association, this year’s UK Radon Awareness Week is aiming to ensure members of the public have a greater awareness and understanding of radon…
Thanks to the popularity of its 95th Anniversary Spot the Difference competition, Martindale Electric has announced it is uploading a new picture puzzle for entrants to get their teeth into. The new Spot the Difference puzzle shows a scene where safe isolation is taking place and entrants are challenged to spot the key differences in…
Leading electrotechnical and engineering services body ECA welcomes the new Procurement Bill which was granted Royal Assent last week and is now an Act of Parliament. The Act provides for simpler procurement processes to support small businesses and protect against national security risks in public contracts. Rob Driscoll, ECA Director of Business Policy & Practice,…
There has been a sharp decline in workloads, enquiries, and employment, amongst small building companies with 40 per cent of FMB builders reporting a decrease in the number of work enquiries according to the latest State of Trade Survey from the Federation of Master Builders (FMB). The good news is that the repair, maintenance and…
InstallerTRADES is an exciting new feature for the 2024 show, with tools, workwear and new products in the spotlight Featuring demos of power tools and hand tools, plus a runway showcasing workwear from the top brands InstallerSHOW takes place at NEC Birmingham from 25-27 June 2024 InstallerSHOW is delighted to announce that it will be offering…
The Social Market Foundation responds to today’s release from the ONS on energy efficiency ratings of English and Welsh homes, which suggest a slowdown in uptake of heat pumps and insulation. New data published by the Office for National Statistics demonstrates England’s slow progress on decarbonising home heating and improving homes’ energy efficiency, with the…
• Key advice for electricians, landlords, and tenants on electrical safety • Details what EICRs should cover and how to report defects properly • New guide is first of its kind to set out expected minimum standards • Regular checks are vital to keeping people safe in their homes New guidance has launched to help…