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New vaccine toolkit for employers
The Department for Health has launched a new toolkit for employers to help ensure employees get reliable information about COVID-19 vaccines. Several major businesses, including Asda, IKEA and Santander, have already pledged to promote vaccine uptake with their...
CPA releases UK Economic and Construction Update
CPA has issued its latest weekly update, which is available to members here. The three updated issues in Pages 1-2 of the weekly update are: Zoopla UK House Price Index (April 2021) Speedy Hire Annual Results (May 2021) British Land Annual Results (May 2021)...
£1000 cash boost for employers to support T Level industry placements
As part of a new incentive scheme, employers in England can claim £1,000 for every T-Level student they host on a high-quality industry placement https://www.gov.uk/government/news/cash-boost-for-t-levels. The T Level employer incentive fund recognises the impact of...
Deadline approaching for apprentice incentive payment
The deadline for employers to apply for the incentive payment for new apprentices hired between 1 August 2020 and March 2021 is approaching. Eligible employers must apply for their incentive payment by 31 May 2021. Incentive payment for apprentices who joined...
Costs and supply concerns rise as recovery broadens in Q1
According to the latest Trade Survey from the Construction Products Association, the recovery of the construction industry gathered momentum and was broad-based in the first quarter of 2021. Construction product manufacturers on both the heavy side and light side...
Prompt Payment Code calls for 95% of invoices to be paid in 30 days
The Small Business Commissioner, Philip King, joined a meeting with Build UK members (including FIS CEO Iain McIlwee) earlier this month to discuss the changes to the Prompt Payment Code (PPC). PPC is a voluntary code of practice for businesses, administered by the...
CITB to freeze levy rates
CITB has confirmed that Levy rates will remain the same for 2022-25 under proposals that its Board confirmed on 21 May. CITB's recent consultation with employers and leading industry figures supported draft proposals and these have now been agreed. The Levy will...
Open statement following latest announcements of further shortages in gypsum products
The finishes and interiors sector is facing unprecedented material shortages and inflation in a number of areas (including gypsum products, steel, fixings, insulation, sealants and adhesives and timber). In the wake of this, FIS is urging the supply chain to heed the...
A business opportunity like no other
This year, the UK government has partnered with business owners and respected climate groups to help businesses to cut carbon emissions and protect the planet. Whatever size your business, your commitment could make a real difference – to your business, to your...