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Latest monthly figures from the BMF’s Builders Merchant Building Index (BMBI) show that December saw a 2.5% dip in like-for-like value sales compared to the same month in 2024

​​​​​​​The Industry Picture 2026 report states that the skills gap is structural, not temporary, and can only be overcome with widespread industry collaboration

​​​​​​​The funds raised will go to charities Dementia Adventure, T-21 Birch Tree Cafe and Mind UK

​​​​​​​The Apprentice of the Year winner will be announced on 16 April 2026 at the International Convention Centre, Birmingham

​​​​​​​Analysis of the latest HSE data shows that the construction sector ranks among the top ten worst sectors for workplace illnesses

​​​​​​​With activity declining across most construction sectors and signs that repair and maintenance work is also slowing, many firms are facing a tough start to 2026

UK police data show that 76,907 tool thefts were reported between January 2021 and December 2025

​​​​​​​The charity has released its schedule for the next six months to enlist the help of tradespeople

​​​​​​​Almost 2.8 million working-age adults remain economically inactive due to long-term sickness

Reform UK MP Robert Jenrick has told Fix Radio that tool theft should be treated as a serious crime and that the UK needs to remove barriers stopping builders from getting on with the job.