Tag: warns
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Expert warns of the 8 most common insulation mistakes
If there’s one part of a self build or renovation that’s easy to underestimate, it’s insulation. Most of us know it’s essential for keeping the house warm and reducing energy bills, but the reality is that insulation isn’t just about stuffing some material into walls or roofs and calling it a day. Done wrongly, it…
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Autumn budget: CIOB warns of challenges faced by SMEs
“As a sector made primarily of SMEs (more than 99% of the UK construction industry are SMEs), many companies are already struggling with rising costs and a dwindling workforce,” said Eddie Tuttle, director of policy, research and external affairs at CIOB. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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Trade body warns against £28k housing tax proposal
Building a home in the UK could soon become significantly more expensive, as debate intensifies over a proposed overhaul of landfill tax. Industry representatives warn the changes risk making many smaller housing developments financially unfeasible. A leading national trade body is calling on the government to abandon the proposal before the Autumn Budget, or else…
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Fire risk increased by poor solar panel installations, insurer warns
Homeowners are being warned of the dangers of hiring disreputable installers for solar panels, following a series of fires linked to the renewable energy source in the past year. Insurance provider AXA UK has published guidance for customers to help manage the risks associated with photovoltaic (PV) systems. According to the guidance, the common underlying…
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Government must learn from HS2 ‘disaster’, PAC chair warns
Former Transport for London commissioner Mike Brown has been appointed as HS2 Ltd chair and will work alongside chief executive Mark Wild to deliver a programme reset, including reviewing the costs and schedule, renegotiating HS2’s large construction contracts and reviewing HS2 Ltd’s skills and structure. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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Gateway 2 ‘roadblock’ risks 1.5m homes pledge, warns CPA
The Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) has warned that the government’s pledge to deliver 1.5 million new homes is at risk unless it fixes severe delays at Gateway 2, the approval system for higher-risk buildings. Gateway 2, introduced under the Building Safety Act 2022, requires developers to secure approval from the Building Safety Regulator before work…
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Martin Lewis warns leaving heating on all day can cause condensation
As autumn settles in and energy costs remain a worry for millions, many households are debating whether to keep their heating on low throughout the day or switch it on only when needed. Money Saving Expert founder Martin Lewis has issued a warning that could make a big difference to winter bills. He says that…
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Employers should regularly check E-Verify for authorization status changes, DHS warns
Dive Brief: Employers should use E-Verify to regularly generate status change reports that identify whether an employee’s Employment Authorization Document has been revoked, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security said Monday. On June 20, DHS made available information about workers whose documents were revoked between April 9 and June 13, the agency said. DHS said…
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Ofgem warns: Price Cap drop may not be the best deal
Energy bills are set to fall by 7% from July, but regulator Ofgem is urging homeowners not to rely on the energy price cap alone, warning that switching to a fixed tariff could lead to bigger savings. Despite the summer drop, many households could still be overpaying for their gas and electricity. The regulator says…
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Construction risks losing aspiring apprentices, Seddon warns
Contractor Seddon has revealed that 2,694 people applied for just 20 apprenticeship roles in its latest hiring round, highlighting the lack of placements for people keen to start careers in construction. The figures from Seddon mirror national concerns cited in the CITB Construction Apprenticeships report. According to the report, the UK needs 50,000 additional construction…