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Tarmac Blue Circle, in partnership with Band of Builders, has completed its Big Brew Tour.
The nationwide initiative visited 30 Travis Perkins branches across the UK and encouraged hundreds of tradespeople to talk openly about mental health in the construction industry over a cup of tea and a friendly chat.
The tour provided welcoming spaces for connection and conversation, giving tradespeople the chance to share experiences, discuss challenges, and learn about the support available within their industry.
Garry Gregory, packed products director at Tarmac, said: “Seeing the Big Brew Tour come to fruition and impact so many people has been incredibly rewarding. Across all 30 branches, we saw tradespeople, branch colleagues, and managers come together to talk openly, support one another and break down the stigma surrounding mental health in construction.”
“Hearing personal stories and seeing people connect, often for the first time about difficult topics, really showed the power of community. If these conversations continue beyond the tour, then we’ve achieved something truly meaningful for mental health across our industry.”
