Survey reveals massive gap in apprentice uptake
Nine out of ten tradesmen believe apprentices are vital to the future of the industry – yet fewer than a fifth actually hire one.
The massive gap, highlighting a serious threat to their future role,...
Warning of rise in doorstep scams as rogue traders cash in on energy crisis...
Trading Standards officers are warning of a new spate of door-to-door scams by rogue traders claiming homeowners may qualify for Government grants for replacement windows and other insulation upgrades.
The Chartered Trading Standards Institute, which...
Forterro acquires BM Group
European software provider Forterro has continued its expansion into the window, door and façade industry, with the acquisition of BM Group.
Founded in 1979 and operating from offices in Scotland and England, BM Group is the IT solutions provider in the UK and...
Praise for new Infrastructure Bank’s focus on retrofit
Industry leaders have backed the Chancellor in highlighting ‘a clear focus on retrofit’ for the recently established UK Infrastructure bank, saying the government recognises the value of retrofit in cutting the carbon emissions of...
DGCOS tackles ‘unspoken struggles’ of mental health with new survey launch
The Double Glazing & Conservatory Ombudsman Scheme (DGCOS) is urging all in the industry to take part in a new Mental Health survey it is launching following a very telling chance encounter by its...
Ali on the up despite rising costs – CPA
Compiled in conjunction with the CPA (the Construction Products Association) is completed alongside the Spring 2024 edition of the CPA’s Construction Industry Forecast.
Aluminium companies saw a return to growth in Q1 with further growth...
Stuga acquired by Stürtz with promise of ‘turnkey system’ additions
Stuga Machinery has been acquired by global machinery manufacturer Stürtz which is promising further investment including developing the business into a turnkey system supplier by adding the buyer’s full machinery programme including Welding, Cleaning,...
Approved Body Status for BFRC
The good news from the British Federation Rating Council (BFRC) just keeps coming, with confirmation that the industry’s most trusted rating provider for over 25 years has received Approved Body status from the Department...
Further supply woes as British Steel halts new orders
Fabricators faced with mounting supply problems have learned this week that access to reinforcement steels may be further hit by the decision by the country’s biggest steel maker, British Steel, to temporarily close its...
Sarah Gyde joins Quanex as Marketing Director of European Fenestration.
Quanex has announced that Sarah Gyde has joined the group as Marketing Director of European Fenestration. In this role, Sarah will oversee the strategic marketing activities for Liniar, Avantek Machinery, Edgetech UK, and Edgetech...
