The Helsinki Energy Challenge has been set up to find innovative new solutions to urban heating that go beyond burning fossil fuels and biomass to help the city meet its ambitious goal to be carbon-neutral by 2035. Helsinki is not alone: to fight climate change, sustainable heating solutions are needed in cities all over the More Info »
The UK’s lack of knowledge on heating systems highlights dangers ahead of upcoming Gas Safety Week and winter months [London, UK] – Worcester Bosch, the leading boiler manufacturer in the UK, today reveals the lack of regular maintenance and servicing by much of the nation with their boilers. The alarming survey reveals that half of More Info »
You have probably heard about VAT changing for the construction industry later this year, but some of the information about those changes can be very complex for non-tax-experts. This article aims to give you a high-level and simplified explanation of the changes, to help you understand the basics and consider how the changes may affect More Info »
The Nationwide search has been narrowed down to the top 10 plumbers across the country £15,000 worth of prizes to be won alongside prestigious title The UK Plumber of the Year 2019 competition (@UKPOTY), launched by JT, Bristan and Wolseley, has revealed More Info »
In its tenth year, Screwfix is proud to announce that its Britain’s Top Tradesperson competition is now open, and builders can put themselves forward for the top prize. The annual competition by Screwfix, aims to celebrate the outstanding work and professionalism of UK tradespeople, resulting in one exceptional individual winning a £20k trade bundle, comprising More Info »
Gareth Davies, Technical Advisor at Tarmac’s Cement Business: The garden industry is expected to rise by 22% to reach £7 billion by 2021, partly due to the growing trend to use the garden for leisure and outdoor living (Mintel, 2018). Therefore, it seems that now, more than ever, a good dose of garden innovation could More Info »
For three years Brexit has dominated UK national life. This needs to change. This document is a practical business manifesto for 2019/20. It is designed to give the new Prime Minister a working guide to the actions that will help get the UK economy back on track, informed by the 190,000 firms the CBI speaks More Info »
Mates in Mind is delighted to be announced as one of the three headline charities for Regatta London, the first ever mass- participation paddle sports event taking place on the iconic River Thames on 29 September 2019. The event is open to anyone with an interest in rowing, stand up paddle boarding, kayaking or canoeing, More Info »
The news that homeowners will have to upgrade or replace any septic tanks that discharge directly into a water course from 1 January 2020 has caused quite a shockwave, as well as confusion, in the market. The change is being applied under the General Binding Rules (and only in England) but it seems that awareness More Info »
The CBI has responded to a speech by Theresa May setting out a timetable for her departure as UK Prime Minister. Carolyn Fairbairn, CBI Director-General, said: “The Prime Minister could not have worked harder to deliver a Brexit deal that protects the economy. She leaves office with the respect of business. “But her resignation must be More Info »