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There has been a revision to the CIJC Pay Promulgation which will come in to effect on 1 April 2026. This reflects the increase in the National Minimum Wage (NMW) and the National Living Wage (NLW) from this date. The CIJC has increased the rates for General Operative...

HMRC is developing a new online service to support the introduction of the UK Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). As part of this work, FIS has been approached to invite businesses affected by CBAM to take part in user research that will help shape how the...

Energy markets have moved sharply following a significant escalation in tensions between the United States and Iran, with immediate concerns around disruption to the Strait of Hormuz – a critical route for global oil and LNG supply. The UK market has experienced...

BBA have issued as a notification concerning a temporary suspension of their UKAS accreditation due to a change in corporate structure in 2025. As a result, BBA cannot at present issue Certificates under UKAS accreditation. The issue identified are administrative in...

FIS is delighted to announce the promotion of James Parlour into the role of Technical Director. This move recognises James’s exceptional contribution to the business and his pivotal role in shaping technical innovation and operational excellence within the team....

BSI have just published PAS 2000:2026 – Construction products – Bringing safe products to market – Code of practice.  PAS 2000 is free to download as it was sponsored by OPSS to align with expected changes to construction product reform.  PAS 2000:2026 | 28 Feb 2026 |...

This week FIS hosted Interiors Insight: LIVE at the Workspace Design Show in London, two days of packed sessions, lively debate and forward-thinking discussion focused firmly on the future of the finishes and interiors sector. With standing-room-only audiences across...