by Frankie | Jun 18, 2019 | Blog
Generally speaking I am in favour of technology and the way it can make our lives easier. Drone technology, for example, has plenty of uses in the construction industry from security aspects to site surveying. I read recently about the rise of robot bricklayers,...
by Frankie | May 29, 2019 | Blog
I was interested to see the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) calling for Government action as it was announced that apprenticeships in the construction sector have fallen dramatically by almost a half. In March this year, there were just 694 Construction, Planning...
by Frankie | Apr 30, 2019 | Blog
I read an article online recently in which ex-Construction Minister Nick Raynsford strongly criticised the Ministers who have followed him, principally because they do not spend enough time in post to fully understand the industry. Construction News quoted Mr...
by Frankie | Mar 18, 2019 | Blog
I know many people are deciding to utilise their existing properties rather than move somewhere new. In these uncertain times the phrase often heard is ‘don’t move – improve.’ One obvious way of creating more space is to convert your property’s garage. As a...
by Frankie | Feb 7, 2019 | Blog
You may be aware that the UK is a global leader in offshore wind products and expertise. A recently published report has urged the government to do more to help suppliers win more work to build, maintain and decommission offshore windfarms. The report by the Offshore...
by Frankie | Feb 5, 2019 | Blog
I fear that the fallout following the collapse of Carillion, the UK’s second largest construction company, will be felt throughout the industry with many small businesses severely hit. The problem is simple; if Carillion’s suppliers do not get paid then they...
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