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A major roof blaze caused by unsafe hot works highlights the critical need for strict fire safety controls, flame-free tools, and hot work permits on site.
The Scottish Roofing Awards 2026 winners have been named, highlighting top structural and slate projects alongside regional craft standards.
Detailed breakdown of Amendment 4 of BS 7671 covering protected escape routes and device positioning for fault current protection.
Clarifying the rumoured 20-luminaire limit on emergency lighting circuits under BS 5266-1:2025 for UK electrical contractors.
Hultafors features its Class I BT5M tape measure in a national trade promotion, highlighting jobsite precision, ergonomic braking, and casing protection.
BookaBuilderUK launches SafePay to protect UK tradespeople from unpaid invoices, late payments, and fee disputes after finishing jobsite work.
Work begins on a major rooftop solar programme across the UK, driving demand for commercial roofing contractors, fixings, and PV kit.
NAPIT highlights severe EICR failures involving stripped SWA armouring and overloaded neutrals supplying caravan sites and electric showers.
Dimplex highlights how evolving building regulations and homeowner demands are accelerating the adoption of advanced electric heating in modern housing.
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Plumbing and Heating Merchant Index data shows August 2026 merchant value sales rose 1.8%, but volume sales fell 5.4% year-on-year amid 7.6% price hikes.
Flair Showers teamed up with Belfast merchant Beggs and Partners for a targeted bathroom design consultation day for local trade and homeowners.
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