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Historically, lead is a material that has been widely used in the construction industry. In decades gone by, lead-based paints were a common feature as were lead pipes and roof flashings. However, studies have since shown it to be a substance that can cause significant physical harm, which means steps Continue Reading

With the roadmap out of national lockdown now firmly in mind, many people who have worked from home during the pandemic will be looking forward to returning to work.  That may mean very different things for different companies, however. While some sectors have suffered badly during times of lockdown and social restrictions, others have Continue Reading

Taxes and Self Assesments are a regular part of life for many construction industry workers. And if you need help with Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) and submitting your Self Assessment then look no further than TaxScouts TaxScouts sort your Self Assessment for you. £119, all in. Fast, effortless and done Continue Reading

Asbestos was fully banned in the UK construction industry in 1999 and was the single greatest cause of work-related deaths in the UK. Any building built before 2000 could potentially contain it. Here is one of the main asbestos-related illnesses and who could be affected.   Mesothelioma  With the UK being one of Continue Reading

Due to their unique combination of durability and reduced weight, hollowcore floors are proving an excellent option for residential builds, be they houses, apartments or even care homes. Here we look at seven benefits of hollowcore flooring, and how the method counteracts some of the most common flooring issues in Continue Reading

The Construction Leadership Council (CLC) has confirmed its continued commitment to supporting the Construction Talent Retention Scheme (CTRS) for the industry and is working with CITB and others to support its ongoing development, including a new ‘Talentview’ early careers offering to support the attraction of new talent into the construction industry. The Continue Reading

Building a house for the first time can be a gruelling yet rewarding process. Whether you intend to live in it, rent it out or sell it on, you have the satisfaction of creating something that may stand for centuries, caters precisely to your tastes, and will enrich the lives Continue Reading

Housebuilders are you ready?  The Housebuilder Challenge is BACK!  The days are getting longer, the first signs of spring are showing, and the outdoors is calling.  It’s time to turn off your screens, escape the four walls of home working or the dust of the building site and dig out Continue Reading

Aerated blocks are a type of innovative concrete blocks that contain more than 80 percent air. They are also called autoclaved aerated concrete (AAC). Aerated concrete is a group of materials you would describe as lightweight concrete. Previously, lightweight concrete is an arbitrary term; however, aerated concrete blocks have numerous Continue Reading

New report reveals there have been over 8,000 company insolvencies since March 2020 Construction industry hit with the most company insolvencies since March 2020 Report reveals the liquidation rate of businesses around the UK Businesses in Yorkshire most likely to undergo an insolvency event  Business Rescue Expert has analysed data Continue Reading