In the lead-up to the Autumn Budget, the BMF (Builders Merchants Federation) has written to the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, asking her and fellow ministers to consider five policy topics with ideas for [read more…]
PPHA, a registered provider of affordable homes, has purchased a portfolio of 156 affordable rental properties in Kent from UK homebuilder Barratt Redrow. As PPHA’s largest transaction in value to date, this marks a significant [read more…]
A talented young electrician has been rewarded for his outstanding commitment and skill after being crowned Scottish Joint Industry Board (SJIB) Apprentice of the Year 2025. Callan White, from Livingston, took home this year’s top title, which [read more…]
Construction workers’ health cash plan claims rose by more than 6% in the past year, according to new figures from Westfield Health. With the Construction Skills Network forecasting the industry will need an additional 250,000 [read more…]
Thousands of UK government suppliers risk falling foul of new procurement rules — unless they can comply with both the old and new social value models. Procurement Policy Note 002 (PPN 002) has now become [read more…]
The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) has revealed the shortlist for the ASFP Awards 2025, celebrating excellence, innovation, and leadership in the passive fire protection sector. These awards honour the individuals and organisations driving [read more…]
As arguably the best-known retailer of timber furniture across Europe and beyond, Ikea takes its environmental responsibilities; these include the sustainable sourcing of materials, very seriously. It is fitting, therefore, that the creation of the [read more…]
Durabook, the global rugged mobile solutions brand owned by Twinhead International Corporation, has announced the launch of its fully rugged GC-R8 ground control station (GCS) for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) operations. With flexibility and durability [read more…]
Premier Estates has announced that its founder and Chairman, Ben Jordan, is stepping away from the company after 27 years at the helm. Ben, who established Premier Estates in 1998, has played a pivotal role [read more…]
Invented in 1966, West Fraser’s CaberMDF range is still adorning homes and buildings all over the UK. It could be skirting boards, stair rails, kitchen cabinets, and funky storage. There are five distinct grades of [read more…]
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