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”.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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The latest FMB State of Trade Survey Q3 2024 shows small building companies reporting “falling workloads, material costs going up and a shortage of available workers.”

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