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Construction Products Testing Survey
Government is developing a new Building Safety Programme to address the points raised by Dame Judith Hackitt following the tragic disaster at Grenfell Tower, and they are engaging with the sector through the Construction Products Association (CPA). The Ministry of...
FIS joins Building chiefs to urge delay on VAT reforms
As reported in the Telegraph this weekend, FIS joined leaders from across the construction sector calling on the Chancellor to delay the controversial change in VAT which they say poses a threat to the survival of firms hit hardest by the virus crisis. Industry chiefs...
Construction Industry Scenarios Spring 2020 Edition
Total construction output in Great Britain is expected to fall by 25% during 2020, according to the Construction Products Association. The anticipated decline in output is one of three scenarios for construction output examined by the CPA. Even under this most...
FIS responds to review on ban on combustible materials in cladding
Following consultation with its members, FIS has responded to the review on the use of combustible materials in cladding. A copy of the response is available here.
Impact of Covid-19 starts to be revealed as March GDP delivers unprecedented fall in output
FIS has teamed up with Barbour ABI to bring members deeper analysis and intelligence on the construction market. This next level of analysis will help members to forecast trends and assist in your business planning. May’s overview of construction activity Total...
Phased return welcomed in Scotland – but safety and collaboration is key
The CICV Forum, supported by FIS, has welcomed the first tentative steps announced to get the sector in Scotland back to work – but insists health and safety and collaboration must be at the heart of the phased return. The collective – which includes FIS has been...
How to make your workplace COVID-secure
The UK Government, in consultation with industry, has produced guidance to help ensure workplaces in England are as safe as possible during the coronavirus pandemic. Join a free webinar, hosted by the Department of Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, to find out...
FIS develop training qualification for drylining in housebuilding
The Finishes and Interiors Sector (FIS) has today announced a new industry qualification. The Drylining in Housebuilding qualification has been created by National Open College Networks (NOCN) to address the lack of a recognised qualification for the sector specific...
Government gives green light to extend working hours for construction sites
The Secretary of State for the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (Robert Jenrick) issued a written statement yesterday around the need for the construction industry to adapt its normal practices. To enable this he has requested that, with immediate...