Market Trends from the UK tools, trade and construction sector — and what it means for what you pay.
EV industry leaders react as the UK government prepares a consultation on relaxing the zero emission vehicle mandate and plug-in hybrid regulations.
Government and industry push for timber frame building to meet housing goals and carbon targets. Read what it means for UK trades and materials.
Multiplex is set to start main construction work on a 36-story tower on City Road this quarter, boosting commercial building activity in London.
Meadfleet recognised for enhancing biodiversity across 350 residential developments in England and Wales, highlighting a growing focus on sustainable construction practices.
A US review comparing Hercules and Pro-grade cordless drills highlights the importance of battery capacity. DSIDE examines what this means for UK tradespeople.
Enva has launched a new recycled white plastic compound, sourced from old refrigerators, for use in construction applications, offering a sustainable material alternative.
New pump designs and control systems are transforming plumbing and heating. UK tradespeople need to keep training updated to stay competitive and compliant.
The Energy and Utilities Alliance (EUA) suggests the UK government is failing to convince the public on Net Zero due to focus on cost over environmental benefits, impacting trades and DIYers.
South West developer Wyatt Homes enters the Cornwall market, taking on a 4.2-acre site at the Nansledan development in Newquay. This move signals continued housebuilding activity in the region.
The Federation of Master Builders highlights the importance of T Levels in addressing the UK construction industry's skills gap, urging greater uptake among employers.
Explore the growing use of AI in UK construction procurement, its potential benefits for efficiency and cost, and the risks of over-reliance for tradespeople and the supply chain.
Mulgrave Properties has finished a 10-home development in Bubwith, North Yorkshire. This completion reflects ongoing regional housebuilding activity and its implications for tradespeople.
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