3+ week, 4+ day ago   (608+ words) To celebrate its 35th year, METALCON 2026 will feature new onsite experiences and networking opportunities, along with a special community initiative. Taking place in Orlando, Florida on October 7–9, the show will offer attendees the opportunity to explore where the industry has been…...

3+ week, 3+ day ago   (501+ words) This was 11 more than the 332 recorded in both June 2026 and July 2025. According to The Insolvency Service, construction firms accounted for 17% of all insolvencies in England and Wales in July 2026. The largest proportion of construction insolvencies were among firms providing specialised…...

1+ mon, 2+ day ago   (341+ words) A quarter of tradespeople have said that tool theft is one of the biggest drivers of negative mental health and stress – with many even forced out of the industry, new data has found. New research from commercial insurer NFU Mutual…...

1+ mon, 2+ day ago   (361+ words) As the major roof repair of one of Britain’s most iconic landmarks comes to an end, Blenheim Palace is gearing up to reveal its ultimate ‘glow up’. For the past two years, this monumental £12 million project has been underway to…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago   (583+ words) The Prime Minister has today announced the intention to establish new technical education pathways for secondary school pupils in England. The new pathways will provide 14-year-olds with early access to technical skills, work experience and connections with local employers. Under…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago   (454+ words) There is just two weeks left before the deadline to submit the first quarterly update covering income and expenses for Making Tax Digital (MTD). Sole traders earning more than £50,000 from their self-employment, and landlords earning the same through property, must…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago   (237+ words) Production is ramping up of Welsh Slate roofing slates at Breedon Group’s Penrhyn Quarry in North Wales, with the installation of a new £750,000 saw line. The new saw line will help meet sustained demand for the roofing slates, ensuring more…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago   (447+ words) There were fewer construction insolvencies in the first half of 2026 than any equivalent period since 2022. According to the Insolvency Service, the number of registered construction firms becoming insolvent in the 12 months to June 2026 was 3,805. This was a 5% decrease on the…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago   (179+ words) A management buyout has completed by the existing management team of Westmann Contracts Limited. The previously family business provides a range of services, from minor works and refurbishments through to larger design and build projects, with in-house capability across engineering,…...

2+ mon, 4+ day ago   (192+ words) CSCS has published the usage statistics from CSCS Smart Check in the first six months of 2026. The data shows that the CSCS Smart Check app – the technology to check a CSCS card in real time – has now been used to…...