Multiskills

Demand for construction staff grows after a period of contraction.

Calls have been made to address the structure and subjects of construction apprenticeships, after figures showed that the number being offered has fallen significantly.

Botched DIY creates work for tradespeople

Expert knowledge and a ready smile valued in tradesmen, survey finds.

Trades training not just for men

Accredited training can help tradesmen reassure customers.

A Derbyshire home improvements company has shown that nurturing the talent of its employees while providing impeccable client care has been pivotal to thriving during the economic crisis.

The City of London Council has teamed up with facilities giant, Kier, to launch six new construction and facilities apprenticeships.

Makita has launched its new M-Class VC3211M dust extractor.

The new code of practice from the Precast Flooring Federation will help to maintain standards on the UK’s construction sites.

New research on jobs in the UK construction sector has shed light on the national fluctuations of the recovery of the post-recession industry.

Halifax Home Insurance has advised people not to get too trigger happy with DIY and to call in professionals for major jobs, so as not to risk invalidating their insurance policies.