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A third of all small to medium-sized building firms fear they will have to reduce staffing levels this year as the decline in the construction industry continues, warns the Federation of Master Builders.

A new plan to reinvigorate the construction industry was unveiled at a summit at 11 Downing Street last week by 20 construction leaders.

The Scotish president of the Federation of Master Builders has resigned after his firm went into liquidation.

The Construction Products Association's latest State of Trade Survey indicates that, following a disappointing Q2 and Q3, heavy side sales fell once again in Q4 but light side sales rose.

Domestic fan manufacturer Vent-Axia has doubled manufacturing capacity at its Crawley headquarters.

Boiler manufacturer Baxi has donated boilers to seven homes being rebuilt under the charity initiative 'Houses 2 Homes'.

Shower enclosure manufacturer Coram has invested in manufacturing capabilities at its Bridgnorth, Shropshire site.

In a debate in the House of Commons today the shadow Energy Minister will highlight the government's "shocking" lack of regard for job losses in the insulation sector.

Builders merchants organisation the Builders Merchants Federation has unveiled its new logo and corporate identity, ahead of its move to new offices in Coventry in February.

The European Multifoil Manufacturers Association is concerened that there is confusion surrounding multifoil insulation product standards, especially in the run up to the new Construction Products Regulation.