What's moving in UK tools, trade retail and construction — written for the people buying the kit.
Developers must navigate brick slip system variations to ensure passive fire safety and cavity barrier compliance on modern residential builds.
Professional Builder is running a giveaway featuring two Carhartt Detroit Jackets, highlighting the classic heavy-duty workwear style.
Commercial landlords can meet the 2031 EPC B target using existing building controls, says the BCIA. Read how optimization impacts trade contractors.
Grant Westfield introduces an on-demand, 15-part video training course covering bathroom and interior wall panel installation techniques.
German firm Remmers acquires Rustins Group, expanding its UK presence across wood finishes, specialty paints, and popular trade maintenance ranges.
Custom Heat & Cool welcomes government plans to support youth apprenticeships in smaller trade firms, stressing that policy implementation is critical.
BTG's Q3 2026 Red Flag Alert reveals construction has the second-highest level of business distress in the UK due to rising costs and supply chain issues.
London project starts dropped to £2.98bn amid a steep annual decline, though planning approvals for major residential and office sites remain robust.
Roofing Today details how Proctor Air membrane was chosen to protect and preserve breathability on a traditional historic roof restoration.
Professional Builder highlights a giveaway for Cladbros cladding installation tools designed for fast, accurate fibre cement lap board fitting.
A CIOB event in Suffolk will promote non-traditional construction careers and diverse pathways into the UK built environment industry.
Eurocell launches a new range of trade sealants, adhesives, and cleaners developed with Bostik, offering better value for UK installers.
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