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Call for assessors for the finishes and interiors sector occupations
There is a demand for people with occupational expertise to become vocational and end point assessors for finishing and interiors occupations. More colleges and independent training providers are now preparing to deliver apprenticeships and other training programmes...
Government develops new video explainers on doing business with Europe
The Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) has launched a series of new, on demand videos to help businesses familiarise themselves with the new rules and the actions they should take. Businesses can find out more about 18 topics, including...
FIS welcomes new regulator established to ensure construction materials are safe
Residents will be protected through the establishment of a national regulator which will ensure materials used to build homes will be made safer, the Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick has announced today (19 January 2021). The regulator for construction products will...
Supreme Court judgment in FCA’s business interruption insurance test case
In what may well be good news for some companies in the Finishes and Interiors Sector, The Supreme Court has substantially allowed the Financial Conduct Authority’s (FCA) appeal on behalf of policyholders. This completes the legal process for impacted policies and...
FAQs: Tariffs and Rules of Origin (RoO) in the UK-EU Trade and Cooperation Agreement
1) Can I export tariff free under the new UK-EU trade deal? As of 1 January 2021, goods exported to the EU are eligible for zero tariffs if the goods meet the Rules of Origin requirements set out in the Agreement and have the right documentation. If not, the goods may...
An Hour to Skill – new resources developed by leading businesses to support personal development
The Department for Education has launched ‘An Hour to Skill’ campaign which aims to encourage employers and the nation to set aside just one hour a week for online learning by taking a free course from The Skills Toolkit. Although this is primarily focused on...
Welsh Consultation – Safer Buildings in Wales
The Welsh Government has published its long awaited consultation on Safer Buildings in Wales. The documentation can be viewed here. The White Paper sets out proposals for the comprehensive freeform of legislation that contributes to building safety in Wales. It...
Last ditch call to see sense and delay the implementation of Reverse Charge VAT
Following a meeting with HMRC this week, FIS has joined forces with a number of trade bodies from across the construction sector to urge the Chancellor to review the implementation of the Reverse Charge VAT on the 1st March 2021. FIS has consistently pushed back...
Urgent request from TFL to help reduce crowding
Updates 18/01/20 Following the communication to, and other engagement with the construction sector on Friday, TfL have now issued a further update on the public transport network in London. Please circulate this to all stakeholders. We would also like to clarify that...