The latest articles written by Tim Wood

Autumn Budget draws mixed construction response

29/10/2026

The construction industry has offered a cautious welcome to the Budget’s housing and heat pump measures, but warns that rising costs, delayed delivery and policy uncertainty could blunt their impact.

Merchants

New WCoBM Master unveiled

27/10/2026

Kevin Fenlon takes the helm for the next 12 months.

Suppliers

Wildlife Enhancement Fund launched by Holcim UK

27/10/2026

The fund is open to projects within ten miles of its sites and has already financed several schemes across the country.

Buying Groups

Building materials industry unites at 2026 NMBS Dinner Dance

26/10/2026

The event raised over £8,000 for industry charities, CRASH and the Maddie Rose Foundation.

Suppliers

Breedon reopens major asphalt plant in Grimsby

22/10/2026

The upgrade will see the plant produce up to 240 tonnes of asphalt per hour.

People

New COO at wienerberger UK & Ireland

22/10/2026

Simon Nevitt succeeds Keith Barker.

Construction

Lighthouse Charity Christmas E-cards return following supporter demand

21/10/2026

The campaign was well received by businesses looking for an effective way to share festive greetings whilst giving something back to the construction community.

Suppliers