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Extended Producer Responsibility Regulations on Packaging Waste
The Government recently announced that it would delay the introduction of the producer EPR payments for one year and these will not now apply until October 2025. However, companies will still be required to report and submit their packaging data for 2023. See...
Get involved in Skills Bootcamps
FIS is looking for employers to offer work trials or employment to candidates that are currently taking part in Skills Bootcamps. We are currently seeking employers that are: Based in the London or West Midlands area that has vacancies for Drylining, Carpentry or...
Inadequate and incomplete fire stopping leads to safety risks
CROSS Collaborative Reporting for Safer Structures UK (CROSS-UK) are the body used by Government to report safety issues to ensure information about safety issues in construction are shared with the sector. They recently published the following report. Following...
Countdown to New Building Safety Regime
The next phase of the new Building Safety Regime will come into effect from 1 October and will affect all new buildings. For new Higher‐Risk Buildings (HRBs), the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) will be the Building Control Body, with transitional arrangements...
Taxing issues
The JTC has highlighted tax issues that members should be aware of, including: Advisory fuel rates from 1 September 2023 VAT and late payment interest Tax avoidance schemes Low emission zones - tax deductible for self employed or sole traders Disposing of plant and...
Lens Blog: Support for FIS members
FIS Consultant Len Bunton talks about the work that he carries out for members, and summarises some guidance that will help member organisations to improve cash flow within their organisation. The assistance we provide usually starts with a phone call from a member...
CITB Skills and Training Fund for micro-sized and small construction businesses
Did you know you can apply for The Skills and Training Fund in advance of any planned training activities? To be eligible, you must You are a CITB-registered employer and up to date with your Levy Returns You have up to 99 directly employed staff (in addition to...
Out now: Regional construction hotspots in Great Britain 2023
The ‘Regional Construction Hotspots in Great Britain 2023’ report from Barbour ABI and the CPA provides a regional analysis of construction contract awards to signal near-term trends in construction that aren’t always reflected in data at a national level. By...
FIS Scottish Awards 2023 – Recognising excellence whilst supporting compliance.
The FIS Scottish Awards are a celebration of the exceptional work and diverse range of projects carried out in Scotland. On 15 September, the awards ceremony was held at the impressive voco Grand Central Glasgow. The event was hosted by broadcaster, writer, Herald...