Work demands will impact the opportunity for 86% of tradespeople to spend time with friends and family this festive season according to new research from Direct Line business insurance. While late December is traditionally a time for family and relaxation, it’s a hectic time for many tradespeople, with more than …

The Builders Merchants Federation (BMF) is one of 32 trade and industry groups to sign an open letter coordinated by Family Business UK, which calls for a formal consultation on the planned changes to Business Property Relief (BPR) and Agricultural Property Relief (APR).  The letter highlights concerns that the reforms …

Building materials supplier Cemex has celebrated 1 million tonnes of alternative fuel used at its Rugby Cement Plant, thanks to its partnership with SUEZ recycling and recovery and its industry-leading Malpass farm facility.  The partnership has helped to reduce coal consumption by over 750,000 tonnes at the Rugby plant, in …

A Kingston upon Thames school is preparing to revamp its tired sports hall after scooping the top prize in a £10,000 London-wide contest. Malden Manor Primary School, on Sheephouse Way, was given some early Christmas cheer when it achieved the most votes in Leyland’s Big Community Makeover competition. The school …

A group of volunteer have come together to finish a building project at the home of a North Lanarkshire roofer who was left unable to complete the work after suffering life-changing injuries in a fall from scaffolding. Jim Gallacher, 53, from Bellshill, had begun constructing a small extension at the …

Toolstation has joined forces with Northampton Saints, Travis Perkins and social enterprise Volunteer It Yourself (VIY) for its latest project, helping transform the Northampton Old Scouts RFC clubhouse with changing room refurbishment and ground maintenance. Predominantly used as a training and playing facility for Northampton Old Scouts rugby club, the …

IBC is celebrating its member-first strategy with a refreshed brand and a clean, modern look to make it easier for members to engage with the buying group. Earlier this year, IBC completed its first customer insight project. A research agency was commissioned to talk to IBC members and understand their …

DK Tools is proud to announce its partnership with Constructionarium, a pioneering not-for-profit training facility based on a 19-acre site in North Norfolk. Constructionarium offers students studying built environment courses a one-of-a-kind, hands-on learning experience by simulating real-world construction challenges. The innovative training facility allows students to step into the …

Untitled Document Reclaimed Brick Company and Heritage Brick Company, two leaders in traditional building materials, are excited to shed light on the differences between Reclaimed London Yellow Stock Bricks and New Imperial London Yellow Stock Bricks. Both options offer timeless aesthetics, rich history, and architectural appeal, but understanding their unique …

C.K Tools has announced the launch of its exclusive Mystery Box, providing the perfect gift for busy professionals this Christmas. Packed with limited edition merchandise and fan favourite tools, worth over £130 – this latest offering from the experts in premium tools will provide some valuable additions to toolkits ahead …