As the Building Safety Act’s comprehensive new residential building safety laws came into force on 1 October 2023, here’s a quick recap of what it means for the construction sector.
Construction is a major engine of the UK economy, employing 2.7 million people and contributing 8% output to the economy. Recruiting a skilled workforce is one of the construction industry’s biggest challenges, so what help is available for contractors?
Extreme weather has been a hot topic in the news this year. Fires and excessive rainfall have affected the globe this summer; the UK is no exception. With the Met Office forecasting unsettled weather for the rest of this month, we look at steps construction firms can take to reduce and future-proof against the costs of weather-related risks.
