Solivus, a pioneer in lightweight commercial solar solutions, is celebrating a remarkable double win after securing two prestigious sustainability awards, reinforcing its reputation as an innovator driving the decarbonisation of the built environment. At the 2025 RISE Energy Awards, held at the De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms in London on 6 November, Solivus was named…
2025 is best year on record for certified solar panel installations, breaking previous record set in 2011 Data from MCS shows new build installations driving growth, accounting for 35 per cent of solar installations in 2025 Energy Secretary Ed Miliband welcomes solar record and highlights small-scale renewable technologies’ role in cutting energy bills The number…
It’s that time of year again… the MKM Christmas Card Competition is back! Now in its fourth consecutive year, the festive favourite from MKM Building Supplies (MKM) is inviting young artists from across the UK to get creative. The winning design will be printed on thousands of MKM’s official Christmas cards – sent to customers all over the…
The most wonderful time of the year is here again and KNIPEX is bringing festive fun with its annual Advent Calendar Giveaway! Behind each digital door on the KNIPEX website lies a surprise for tool lovers everywhere, from compact cutters to clever stripping solutions. With up to three prizes to be won every day, there’s…
PoGo Charge has partnered with Intelli-Park, a leading provider of intelligent parking management solutions, to introduce Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) camera and ticketing systems across selected PoGo Charge locations. This partnership is designed to tackle one of the biggest frustrations for EV drivers – known as ‘ICEing’, where petrol or diesel vehicles block charging…
The Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has started an innovative construction training academy aimed at addressing the critical skills shortage and getting more people into working in the industry. In partnership with the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) and Shooters Hill Sixth Form College, the Wanstead-based academy offers a 12-month pilot scheme designed to equip…
An electrical apprentice from North Scotland is celebrating after being recognised for her contribution to industry at the 13th annual Engineering Construction Industry (ECI) Training and Development Awards in London. Fallon Campbell, who works on the NRS Dounreay nuclear power station and is from Melvich near Thurso, was named Apprentice of the Year at a…
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has today launched a consultation on proposals to improve the application of the Control of Asbestos Regulations and guidance around asbestos management to help protect workers and building users. Great Britain already has one of the best workplace health and safety performances globally, with some of the lowest rates…
The introduction of a mandatory licencing scheme is a little closer – as MPs will debate the need to protect consumers from rogue builders in Westminster Hall later this week (Thursday 13 November). The debate, led by Mark Garnier MBE MP, highlights growing cross-party concern over the billions lost each year to poor quality and…
UK Power Networks is investing £6 million in craft apprenticeships this year, including hiring 55 newcomers to support local communities and advance Britain’s clean energy goals. The 55 appointments are part of a future-ready workforce that will keep power flowing to 20 million people and connect the low carbon future to the grid, enabling increasing…