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Trade Credit Insurance guidance updated
CLC guidance on trade credit insurance during COVID-19 has been updated to reflect the latest financial information to provide brokers and underwriters. The checklist has be refreshed to reflect current information requirements on financial performance. Read the full...
Applications for Covid business loans close on 31 March
Applications for the Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme, Coronavirus Large Business Interruption Loan Scheme and Bounce Back Loan Scheme will close on 31 March. The new Recovery Loan Scheme offering Government‐backed loans of up to £10 million per business...
Government tightens contracts to improve payment culture through the supply chain
Procurement Policy Note (PPN) 07/20 will come into force from 1 April, increasing the prompt payment threshold for suppliers bidding for Government contracts above £5 million per annum. Suppliers will be required to show that they pay 85% of invoices within 60 days...
Grace period issued for Site Safety certificates
In response to various feedback, CITB has confirmed the introduction of a revised grace period to Site Safety certificates. This will provide support to delegates who are unable to access a Site Safety refresher courses, due to the new lockdown measures. Individuals...
HSE COVID-19 pandemic update
Updated advice on ventilation and air conditioning during the pandemic HSE has updated and expanded its advice to help employers provide adequate ventilation in their workplaces during the pandemic. This guidance builds on helping to identify and take action in poorly...
FIS Acoustic Verification Scheme: New video, It’s about integrity…
FIS has launched a new video to help support understanding of the process and values behind the Acoustic Verification Scheme. This verification scheme was established in 2019 to introduce standard methodology and support honest and consistent declaration of acoustic...
Quick Covid round-up – testing, lockdown easing and latest from HSE
HSE inspection indicate how industry has stepped up BuildUK reported to the House of Commons Work and Pensions Committee this week, within the report was the update that the HSE which has visited 4,300 construction sites, with 10% being sent written correspondence and...
Minister for Construction among proposals in Forum manifesto
In an unprecedented show of co-operation, commitment and collaboration, the construction industry in Scotland has come together to issue its first-ever manifesto detailing the crucial steps which need to be taken to secure a viable and sustainable future for the...
Small employer apprenticeship cap to ‘reset’ in April
The cap on apprenticeship starts for small employers will be reset to zero from April 2021. It means that any non-levy paying business can start up to 10 new apprentices from 1 April 2021 regardless of the number they currently employ. The cap will be kept under...