Member of Scottish Parliament Kate Forbes paid a visit to the BSW Timber sawmill in Fort William to mark Scottish Apprenticeship Week and learn about skill shortages in the industry.
Research carried out by the Home Builders Federation to mark New Homes Week 2022 has revealed the extent to which energy efficiency is now guiding the way Brits are now making home-moving decisions.
Better energy efficiency and a move to renewables are simple steps that could have a major impact in reducing the UK's exposure to volatile gas prices, and dependence on foreign gas, says the Energy & Climate Intelligence Unit.
As International Women’s Day 2022 was celebrated around the world, Bradfords Building Supplies profiles three of the many inspirational women who play pivotal roles within the business
Steve Duree, MD of Pland Stainless, highlights the numerous benefits of UK supply at present, and asks why more buyers are not relooking at their supply chains to consider buying local from a sustainability, speed of stock and aftersales point of view.
A growing number of voices are calling for the government to do more to insulate the UK housing stock in the fights against climate change and the rising cost of living.
Travis Perkins plc is the largest provider of apprenticeships in the construction sector with over 1,100 apprentices currently working in the business.
Jon Roberts, Senior Sales Manager at OrderWise, explores the role technology plays in supporting merchants to stay at the forefront of sustainable manufacturing practices.
The findings have been published in a new report, Builders Merchants Share Top Predictions for 2022 by ECI, a software specialist for building trade suppliers.
New research by the University of Southampton for the NFRC (National Federation of Roofing Contractors) Charitable Trust shows how the UK’s rooftops will be essential in mitigating the risks of flooding and overheating as the climate becomes wetter and warmer due to climate change.
Shane Oxberry, MD of Renewable Equipment Solutions, explains how low temperature heating system upgrades act as an opportunity for merchants to sell more while also supporting the low carbon movement.
Chris Burrows, ERA’s Head of Sales for Distribution and Smart Security, discusses the fast approaching deadline for the new Plastic Packaging Tax and answers key questions on the implications for distributors and manufacturers.
LIXIL, maker of water and housing products, and UNICEF, the world’s leading children’s organisation, have announced the expansion of their ‘Make a Splash!’ partnership.
Following COP26, the designer and manufacturer of premium showers and taps, Methven, is urging businesses to act now to get ahead of anticipated net zero targets for water.
