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CITB college achieves a strong outcome in Ofsted inspection

26 February, 2026

The inspection found that apprentices are thriving in their training at the National Construction College. They progress quickly and feel confident in applying their skills in training and at work.

Polypipe Building Services calls for proactive water management renewal across education estate

Polypipe Building Services has welcomed the Government’s new Education Estates Strategy, describing its focus on long-term resilience and proactive maintenance as essential to safeguarding school buildings across England.

Report finds 93% of homes up for sale lack 'green' features

New analysis highlights the scale of the challenge facing the government’s Warm Homes Plan.

BMF rallying call in Parliament to get Britain building

MPs were told of the significant pressures affecting the industry and why urgent action is needed.

DMR Training calls on construction to act on mental health crisis

The training provider is aiming to help turn awareness of the sector’s mental health crisis into real, actionable support.

Wienerberger partners with Chester Zoo

Wienerberger UK & Ireland has announced a new partnership with conservation charity Chester Zoo.

BMF issues dire warning on state of construction

Trading conditions are on a par with the aftermath of the 2008 market crash in the UK’s building materials sector, according to the BMF (Builders Merchants Federation).

Jeld-Wen timber products 100% sustainably sourced

Jeld-Wen has confirmed that wood used in its manufacturing comes from 100% responsible sources in all its UK operations; placing it well ahead of targets to demonstrate sustainable wood sourcing by 2030 as part of net zero goals.

Jewson-sponsored rowing team crosses Atlantic for charity

A charity rowing team sponsored by Jewson has successfully crossed the Atlantic Ocean in under 45 days to complete the World’s Toughest Row challenge.

New CITB report finds construction skills gap is structural

The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has released its Industry Picture 2026, which states that the skills gap is structural, not temporary, and can only be overcome with widespread industry collaboration.

Russell Roof Tiles extends charity commitment

Russell Roof Tiles has announced it will include two new charities to its Give4Good initiative.

Stark Group gets EcoVadis Platinum rating for fifth time

Stark Group has been awarded EcoVadis Platinum for the fifth year in a row, the highest distinction in one of the world’s leading sustainability rating systems.

Breedon Group completes upgrade to asphalt plant

Breedon Group plc has completed a major upgrade to its Cloud Hill quarry, following an £870,000 investment in the asphalt plant to enhance efficiency, resilience and energy performance.

Over half of Irish tradespeople introduced to career by a parent

Over half of tradespeople (53%) in Ireland were introduced to a career in the trades by a parent and a further third (36%) by another family member.

Marley launches new technical tools platform for merchants

Marley has launched a new Technical Tools platform designed to simplify roofing specification and support builders’ merchants in responding quickly and confidently to customer demand.

Industry bosses tell Chancellor: "act now so we can build in future"

Key figures in the UK mineral products industry have written a joint letter to the Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves, imploring her to take action to revive UK construction.

Wolseley Group revamps its business structure

Wolseley Group has announced a refreshed UK operating structure, which, it hopes, will help it meet the needs of its customers better across its core markets.

Grant & Stone MD takes on 2026 London Marathon

Darren House will be lacing up his running shoes for the London Marathon 2026, in a bid to raise funds for the Electrical Industries Charity (EIC).

Civils & Lintels announces Rugby League sponsorship

Civils & Lintels (C&L), part of the Huws Gray group of companies, has announced a new sponsorship agreement with the English Rugby League whereby its branding will appear on the digital perimeter boards at a series of forthcoming Super League matches.

Band of Builders unveils forthcoming projects

Band of Builders (BoB) has released the list of its planned projects for the next six months – in a bid to encourage tradespeople to volunteer to help.

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