There are nearly 4.5 million vans on British roads – a record high since data started being collected in 1994 Number of vans in Great Britain has increased by 37 per cent in the last decade Average age of vans on the road is now 8.9 years – a record high since 1994 and up…
With heating season just around the corner, and energy costs expected to spike again, installers are being urged to fit energy efficient heating circulator pumps and always look to improve a home’s efficiency where possible. Heating circulators, also known as central heating pumps, circulate hot water around the central heating system and can help certain…
Following a roaring success of the first collection, Regatta Professional and Grenadian-English strongman competitor Mark Felix have partnered again for a range of workwear that is tough to beat. Landing at REGATTA.COM/WORKWEAR from 20th September, the new range is made with hard work in mind, delivering on durability and style. Regatta Professional is proudly continuing…
In the ever-evolving landscape of modern life, the importance of prioritising mental well-being has become increasingly evident. Recognising this need, they have taken a step forward by introducing a new online learning platform that offers a wide range of mental health training courses and live interactive webinars. The courses are designed to empower individuals with…
The Equipment Theft (Prevention) Act bill received Royal Assent on 20 July 2023, meaning it is now an Act of Parliament (law). Tool theft is a persistent issue faced by tradespeople, both those employed within a company and sole-traders. According to a recent survey by Markel Direct, who offer specialist insurance for tradespeople, 57% of…
A new free webinar taking place on 20th September will explore how green technology can help lower energy bills and move closer towards net-zero goals. Against the backdrop of an increasingly turbulent global climate, inaction, or even slow-moving steps are no longer a viable option for UK businesses when it comes to tackling the environmental and…
Today marks National Tradesperson Day, a day to celebrate the work of trades across the UK. To recognise and reward its members, Checkatrade, the leading tradesperson directory, has partnered with Mercedes to offer its members an exclusive discount. Checkatrade members have the chance to receive an incredible 10% of Mercedes’ new eVito Panel Vans, an…
Recent data revealed there are 4.1 million licensed vans in the UK alone! And with one in 10 workers in the UK using or depending on a van for their work – a total of 3.4 million people – it’s make-or-break for A LOT of UK businesses. With this in mind vehicle security experts, ED-Lock has…
Three-quarters (75 per cent) of homeowners are more likely to use a home improvement contractor who is part of an alternative dispute resolution (ADR) scheme, meaning businesses who aren’t embracing ADR could be missing out on new business, according to a new report from dispute resolution provider Dispute Assist. The Future of Disputes in Home…
Shoal Group has today announced their relocation to new premises at Butterfield Business Park in Luton, Bedfordshire. The move, taking place over the festive shut down, will bring together two of Shoal Groups brands, Cablecraft, one the UK’s leading cable accessory manufacturers and supplier, and FS Cables, a leading distributor of specialist cable. The new…