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MacBlair research raises awareness of mental health challenges for the sector

|Date: 06 Aug 2026

MacBlair research raises awareness of mental health challenges for the sector

92% of tradespeople in Northern Ireland say just a quick chat with someone during the day has a positive ...

92% of tradespeople in Northern Ireland say just a quick chat with someone during the day has a positive impact on their wellbeing, according to new research from MacBlair. ...

06 Aug 2026
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Band of Builders adds TradeKart to trade charity partners roster

|Date: 19 Jun 2026

Band of Builders adds TradeKart to trade charity partners roster

TradeKart is partnering with construction industry charity Band of Builders, reinforcing the rapid delive ...

TradeKart is partnering with construction industry charity Band of Builders, reinforcing the rapid delivery specialist’s commitment to supporting tradespeople both on and off the tools. ...

19 Jun 2026
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Recent surveys reveal ongoing appetite for home improvement

|Date: 16 Jun 2026

Recent surveys reveal ongoing appetite for home improvement

Despite the sustained market downturn, recent research from the Federation of Master Builders State of th ...

Despite the sustained market downturn, recent research from the Federation of Master Builders State of the Trade report highlights that the three most common projects its members are undertaking are r ...

16 Jun 2026
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Industry support for “tough new action on late payments”

|Date: 31 Mar 2026

Industry support for “tough new action on late payments”

In a move that should have positive benefits for the merchant sector, the FMB and the NFB have both expre ...

In a move that should have positive benefits for the merchant sector, the FMB and the NFB have both expressed their support for the Government’s “late‑payment crackdown”. ...

31 Mar 2026
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Jewson’s Trade Trends report highlights the growing appeal of sustainable solutions

|Date: 25 Sep 2025

Jewson’s Trade Trends report highlights the growing appeal of sustainable solutions

According to new research from Jewson, more than half (54%) of builders and tradespeople are winning more ...

According to new research from Jewson, more than half (54%) of builders and tradespeople are winning more work by offering solutions and services linked to sustainability. ...

25 Sep 2025
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Jewson partners with Quadient to provide 24/7 product access

|Date: 12 Sep 2025

Jewson partners with Quadient to provide 24/7 product access

Jewson has rolled out new Quadient oversize smart lockers at two flagship branches — its recently transfo ...

Jewson has rolled out new Quadient oversize smart lockers at two flagship branches — its recently transformed Luton depot and the purpose-built ‘Branch of the Future’ in Farnborough. ...

12 Sep 2025
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Howdens extends free tool marking kit pilot

|Date: 28 Aug 2025

Howdens extends free tool marking kit pilot

Howdens will be giving away free tool marking kits to tradespeople at its Benton depot on Wednesday, 3rd ...

Howdens will be giving away free tool marking kits to tradespeople at its Benton depot on Wednesday, 3rd September to help combat the issue of tool theft. ...

28 Aug 2025
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New Bunker van storage range aims to “tackle trades’ biggest headaches”

|Date: 15 Jul 2025

New Bunker van storage range aims to “tackle trades’ biggest headaches”

With the launch of a new van storage range from its successful Bunker brand, Draper has lifted the lid on ...

With the launch of a new van storage range from its successful Bunker brand, Draper has lifted the lid on the state of UK tradespeople’s vans. ...

15 Jul 2025
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TrustMark unveils new research “to build a skilled and competent workforce in the RMI sector”

|Date: 28 Mar 2025

TrustMark unveils new research “to build a skilled and competent workforce in the RMI sector”

TrustMark has published a new report with views from frontline micro and small businesses on the factors ...

TrustMark has published a new report with views from frontline micro and small businesses on the factors contributing to the skills gap in the UK construction and RMI sectors. ...

28 Mar 2025
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Jewson Trade Trends study reveals “three quarters of tradespeople unaware of Future Homes Standard impact”

|Date: 27 Jan 2025

Jewson Trade Trends study reveals “three quarters of tradespeople unaware of Future Homes Standard impact”

Less than a quarter of skilled trades and builders (23%) are aware of the Future Homes Standard and how i ...

Less than a quarter of skilled trades and builders (23%) are aware of the Future Homes Standard and how it might impact their work, according to new research from Jewson. ...

27 Jan 2025
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