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Despite a backdrop of industry talent shortages, apprenticeships are thriving at Polypipe Building Services With 266,000 extra workers needed within the construction sector by 2026 according to the Construction Industry Training Board, employers are being urged to use apprenticeships as a vehicle to home grow the people they need – …

Building materials supplier Cemex has signed the Pallet Loop Charter, as part of its Future In Action programme. This pioneers ways to increase the use of waste and residues as alternative raw materials and fuels.  CEMEX is committed to Net Zero CO2 by 2050. By 2030, CEMEX aims to make …

The very first IBC Buying Group Exhibition and Gala Dinner took place on 29 September, 2022, at the Silverstone Race Circuit in Northamptonshire. IBC’s members and supplier partners from across the country gathered for the event, which was the first time the IBC family had united in such large numbers. …

35 team members and loved ones from Keyline Civil Specialist paraded down the streets of Birmingham, on September 24 with 75,000 others to show their support for equality and diversity. Adorned with colourful helmets and rainbow flags, the Keyline team took part in the parade that made its way from …

MDF specialist W.Howard has added six brand-new Mercedes trucks to its in-house delivery fleet. Part of W.Howard’s continuing growth plans, the investment will help to further improve W.Howard’s delivery service to customers nationwide. W.Howard’s Operations Director, Phil Tissington, and Transport Manager Neville Waring, received the Actros L Big Space 2548LS …

The Pavestone Rally, which takes place on September 6-11, 2023, has extended its early bird rate until October 31. To embark on this four-day journey from Ghent to Monte Carlo, participants are invited to buy a car (for under £500) and take to the greatest roads and cities in Europe. …

The Encon Group has signed up to the Mental Health at Work Commitment, launched by mental health charity Mind. The Group is actively involved in supporting mental wellbeing across the business, including fully qualified Mental Health First Aiders ready to support employees in their time of need. Developed with the …

Russell Roof Tiles (RRT), has raised £4,500 from its first-ever charity “Peaky Blinders” themed race night, held at the Pirelli Football Stadium in Burton. The main attraction of the night was the horse racing, with prizes on offer for each race winner as well as the best-dressed Peaky Blinders. Along …

Selco Builders Warehouse has joined the three England teams preparing for the Rugby League World Cup which kicks off next weekend. The builders merchant has become an official partner of England Rugby League and will see its branding feature on the playing shirts of the Men’s, Women’s and Wheelchair teams …

Leyland SDM is offering tradespeople an instant prize whenever they spend £75 or more on Freebie Fridays while stocking up on materials for the job at hand, in addition to the chance to win £1,000 in cash. Freebie Fridays will run every Friday from October 7 to October 28. Gifts …