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SFS competency framework
We are offering members the opportunity to give their feedback on the proposed competency framework for SFS. FIS has been working with members and CITB to develop this, and it is now available for review for a 30-day period (1 May to 2 June 2025). These frameworks...
U.S. Tariff uncertainty threatens to overshadow UK construction growth
Excluding the potential impacts of the recent U.S. tariff disruption on the global and UK economies, the Construction Products Association’s Spring Forecasts, published today, show that construction output is only expected to recover gradually. Following two...
Support Better Standards for BIM Object Data
We’re sharing a research-led initiative (led by Diane Tocco, a member of our Organisational Excellence Working Group) that explores how manufacturers manage and maintain their BIM objects—focusing on the accuracy, consistency, and structure of the data they contain....
FIS reveals finalists for its 2025 Contractors Awards
FIS is delighted to announce the shortlist for this year’s FIS Contractors Awards – a true celebration of workmanship and design in the sector. Thank you to all our members who put forward their projects, we had a fantastic number of entries, and our judges had a...
Simplify your Sub-Contract
Working with renowned, and self-proclaimed recovering, construction lawyer Sarah Fox, FIS is running an interactive workshop on Wednesday 7th May, 1.30pm – 3.30pm with the aim of creating a simple sub-contract built on the 500 words principle. Sarah has spent 10...
CPA addresses the impact of US Tariffs
Following strong member interest, the CPA economics team has released a new briefing on the Impacts of U.S. Tariffs. This document will be revised as the situation develops, and made available to FIS members through our weekly newsletter. The latest version, includes...
FIS partners with The Skills Centre to tackle skills shortage in the finishes and interiors sector
FIS is delighted to announce its new partnership with The Skills Centre to deliver essential training and support for individuals pursuing careers in the finishes and interiors sector. This collaboration aims to address the growing skills shortage in construction,...
Celebrating 10 years of FIS
FIS is marking its 10-year anniversary this year, celebrating a decade of unwavering commitment to FIS members and the wider sector. The FIS community includes contractors, manufacturers and distributors of ceilings, partitions, plastering, drylining, operable walls,...
Build your team and help to address the skills shortage
Come and see us on 30 April at Build East Stratford FIS has partnered with The Skills Centre to deliver Skills Bootcamps to address the growing skills shortage in the finishes and interiors sector. To support this, we would like to invite you to your local Bootcamp...