Construction bodies call for urgent cashflow action in Scotland

A group of respected construction industry bodies has suggested a number of simple actions which the Scottish Government could introduce to help with cashflow and protect jobs against the “crippling” background of coronavirus.

Employer guidance for the festive season

John Thompson, CEO of the Association of Plumbing & Heating Contractors (APHC), looks at whether employers are liable for any employee indiscretions over the festive period relating to drunk driving and inappropriate conduct at company events

Building company fined £40,000

Director escapes jail after carbon monoxide near miss.

Plymouth plumber pleads guilty to a breach of gas safety

Gary Lynch instructed an unregistered gas engineer putting tenants lives at serious risk

Scottish government confirms return for domestic work

The Construction Industry Coronavirus (CICV) Forum has warmly welcomed the Scottish government’s announcement that domestic work will be included amongst the scope of construction work now permitted

Gas Safe reacts to government lockdown, awaits further guidance

Gas Safe Register has updated its advice on the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak.

Gas boiler classified as ‘immediately dangerous’

Plymouth landlord fined for putting tenants lives at risk

Conex Bänninger launches certified installer scheme

Conex Bänninger has increased its support for plumbing and heating installers by introducing a certified installer scheme.

HHIC welcomes HSE’s Public Consultation…

…on proposed changes to The Gas Safety (Installation & Use) Regulations 1998.

Builder receives a suspended prison sentence…

…for endangering a young family to deadly fumes from a gas boiler