BiKBBI calls on government to help independent retailers
An institute representing thousands of tradespeople and independent retailers has called on the government to support the home improvement industry to play a full part in the economic recovery that will be needed now that the route out of lockdown is clear.
PIA presentation moved to September
Following the UK government’s recently announced roadmap to the lifting of its COVID-19 restrictions, the BPMA and event organiser Touchwave Media have been forced once again to postpone its 2020/21 Pump Industry Awards Ceremony
BCIA contributes to review of Part L of Building Regulations
A working group from the Building Controls Industry Association membership has given its thoughts to a review of the government’s proposed changes to Part L (conservation of fuel and power) of the Building Regulations
A quarter of UK plumbers are looking to hire apprentices this...
New research from IronmongeryDirect has found that almost a quarter (23%) of UK plumbers and plumbing companies are looking to hire apprentices in 2021.
World Plumbing Day 2021: SNIPEF highlights plumbing heroes
SNIPEF has highlighted one of the industry’s heroes and asks what it takes to make such an important contribution in an increasingly critical sector
Triton commits to foodbank initiative
Triton Showers has donated much needed supplies to The Trussell Trust Nuneaton Foodbank, marking the beginning of a long-term commitment to supporting families in its local community
MARC calls on merchants to follow new guide
The Manufacturers Association of Radiators and Convectors (MARC) has called upon UK merchants and showrooms to help raise industry standards and eliminate radiator products with over-inflated heat output claims
One in six business owners suffering from stress
Nearly one in six small business owners say that stress caused by legal matters has led to a physical or mental health condition.
Tradespeople share funniest household requests
New research from Toolstation reveals that 37% of tradespeople and 41% of DIYer’s have found themselves in an unexpected, difficult, challenging, or funny situation either related to a DIY or work-related job.
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