More than 20 senior leaders spanning the UK’s construction, woodworking and built environment sectors have co-signed an open letter to the Prime Minister warning that Government plans to reform apprenticeships will weaken skills standards, damage employer confidence and undermine the delivery of 1.5 million new homes.  The coalition – led by the British Woodworking Federation… Continue reading “Construction coalition” warns against apprenticeship reforms plans

George Joyce, Sales Director at South Yorkshire-based Wolf Components, has been named the second recipient of the Graham Kirkham Award by The Furniture Makers’ Company, the City of London livery company and charity for the furnishing industry. The Graham Kirkham Award, established in 2024, recognises individuals who have made an exceptional contribution to the charity… Continue reading George Joyce Receives Graham Kirkham Award

Construction industry charity, CRASH, is appealing to the glazing industry to help supply, discount or fund windows needed for the refurbishment of The Seaview Project (TSP) in East Sussex. In Hastings, where the shortage of supported housing has reached crisis levels, The Seaview Project is taking matters into its own hands. TSP, a cornerstone of… Continue reading CRASH Appeal: Opening Windows to a Brighter Seaview