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Crack down on late payments and a letter from the Construction Minister
The government has, this week, unveiled new measures to support small businesses and the self-employed by tackling "the scourge of late payments". New legislation being brought in the coming weeks will require all large businesses to include payment reporting in...
Advice on Managing Insolvency from FIS Associate BABR
Following the recent unfolding situation with ISG, FIS Associate Member and insolvency practitioner BABR has clarified what this means for affected businesses and provide guidance on what you should do next. Understanding Administration Administration is when a...
Update on ISG: Construction Leadership Council Speaks out
Following confirmation that ISG Group and all subsidiaries are entering administration the Construction Leadership Council Convened a meeting and has published the following statement "This morning, the Construction Leadership Council convened a meeting between key...
Celebrating excellence at the 2024 FIS Scottish Awards
The FIS Scottish Awards are a celebration of the exceptional work and diverse range of projects carried out in Scotland. On 20 September, the awards ceremony was held at the impressive voco Grand Central Glasgow. The event was hosted by ex-professional footballer...
FIS responds to concerns related to ISG Group
FIS is aware of the unfolding situation with respect to ISG. As of today, our understanding is that ISG Construction Limited, ISG Engineering Services Limited, ISG Retail Limited, ISG Jackson Limited and ISG Central Services Limited have filed for administration. It...
A tentative return to growth in Q2
The health of the construction industry improved further in the second quarter of 2024, building from the stabilisation seen in Q1 to signs of modest growth emerging in the three months April to June. Product manufacturers’ sales increased in the quarter, marking the...
End Point Assessment for Interior Systems – Ceilings and Partitions is now available
We are pleased to announce that NOCN is now providing end point assessment services for Option 2: Ceiling and Partitions of the following apprenticeship standard: ST0388, Interior Systems Installer, Level 2 In response to industry needs, a temporary dispensation has...
Fire test data for sound reduction products
A recent safety report from Collaborative Reporting for Safer Structures UK (CROSS) has highlighted the importance of considering reaction to fire performance in discontinuous ceiling and baffle products. Often these products may offer excellent sound absorption...
Making use of Sector Based Work Academies
Sector-based work academies (SWAP) are another DWP Funded programme that can support individuals transitioning into a new field of work. They provide training and education for those currently receiving unemployment benefits. The goal is to equip them with the skills...