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Identifying London Travel Hotspots
As part of its work to reduce pressure on public transport during lockdown, Transport for London (TfL) has used data provided information to help businesses identify hotspots on the network. Construction sites should continue to stagger shifts and coordinate with...
The Construction Leadership Council welcomes the Expansion of the Building Safety Fund
The Construction Leadership Council (CLC) welcomes the announcement made recently by the Housing Secretary, Rt Hon Robert Jenrick MP on expansion of the Building Safety Fund. This included full funding for the removal of unsafe cladding for leaseholders in all...
Government announces NEW £20 million SME Brexit Support Fund
The £20 million SME Brexit Support Fund, offers support to help small businesses adjust to new customs procedures, rules of origin, and VAT rules when trading with the EU. Eligibility: The SME Brexit Support Fund could give you up to £2,000 if your business has up to...
Government boost to rapid workplace testing
An online portal has been launched to make it even easier for business in the private sector to get involved and find out more about offering rapid testing in the workplace. Business that are open during lockdown can now sign up to rapid testing programmes that...
As National Apprenticeship Week Draws to a Close
It is National Apprentice Week (8 to 14 February 2021). This week provides an opportunity for organisations to showcase the contribution they are making to the future finishes and interiors workforce and society. The Week can provide a platform to come together and...
Reverse VAT Early Day Motion
RThe #StopReverseVAT campaign is off to a great start reaching more than 1.2 million social media users in its first week. Whilst the Treasury’s position is still to introduce Reverse VAT on 1 March, the campaign is gathering pace and traction with an Early Day Motion...
FIS launches revised site guide for suspended ceilings
FIS has launched a revised and updated Site Guide for Suspended Ceilings to help a project team fully understand the requirements of the suspended ceiling contractor. The Site Guide for Suspended Ceilings was produced by the FIS Ceilings and Absorbers working group...
Alternative arrangements for Essential Skills Wales qualifications in 2021
Qualifications in Wales have announced alternative assessment arrangements for Essential Skills Wales qualifications. Centres will be able to provide a Centre Determined Grade for learners who are unable to access the adapted methods of assessments due to the impact...
Hire an apprentice and receive an incentive payment of up to £3,000
Apprentices can support your plans for the future. To help support employers who hire an apprentice, additional incentive payments for taking on an apprentice have been extended to 31 March 2021. This includes hiring redundant apprentices. George Swann, FIS Skills and...