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FIS Signs Pallet LOOP Charter
Through the FIS Sustainability Leadership Group, the trade body representing the £10 billion fit-out, finishes and interiors sector became the first trade body to sign the Pallet LOOP Charter. The charter is focussed on delivering a simple way of actively eliminating...
Highlights from the FIS Awards
On Friday 5 November, FIS members and their guests, our community finally came together in person for the first time since the pandemic hit. This created a real buzz in the air as old friends reunited and online relationships were solidified with real handshakes. ...
Discounted rate on GAI course
FIS has secured a discount for its members on the Foundation in Hardware online course which concentrates on ensuring those working with or selling architectural ironmongery or door hardware are aware of the range of hardware, its uses and responsibilities if...
FIS awards industries best!
FIS today announced the winners of its 2021 Contractors Awards to members and guests who packed out the Nine Kings Suite at the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London. The long-awaited ceremony celebrated the fantastic projects completed by FIS members in nine categories....
Prompt payment threshold to be increased for suppliers
The Cabinet Office has published an updated Procurement Policy Note (PPN) confirming that the prompt payment threshold is going to be increased for suppliers bidding for Government contracts above £5 million per annum. From 1 April 2022, suppliers will be required to...
Construction pipeline summary
Build UK has published an executive summary of the National Infrastructure and Construction Pipeline 2021/22 to help the industry understand recent Government announcements on the delivery of £31 billion of economic and social infrastructure procurements in this...
The Autumn Budget and the critical role of skills
Chancellor, the Rt Hon Rishi Sunak MP, spoke about the absolute critical role of skills throughout his Budget speech on Wednesday afternoon. He stated: “Strengthening the skills of our people, the country’s greatest asset. That’s a real plan for growth. Higher...
CPA responds to Autumn Budget and Spending Review 2021
There have been mixed reviews to yesterday’s Autumn budget and spending review, with Construction News referring to it as ‘something of a soggy souffle’. Responding Jeff May, Director of Government Relations and Business Development at the Construction Products...
Code for Construction Product Information and guidance published
The Code for Construction Product Information (CCPI), Code guidance and a manufacturer information pack have been launched today to drive higher standards in the presentation of construction product information in the manufacturing industry. The Code has been...