Builders Blog

Builders - how to protect against tool theft

It’s an alarming statistic but tool thefts rose over 30% in 2016 compared to the previous year, with the value of those tools stolen increasing over 40% in the same period. The Builders Blog looks at what you can do to combat this rise.

Traditional communication in a digital era

Why you, as a small business owner, should not be afraid to fall back on traditional paper-based communication during this digital era.

It’s time to talk: mental health in the construction industry

One in six people in the UK suffer from mental health issues yet stigmas still remain around the subject in the construction industry - World Mental Health Day and Mates in Mind are trying to change that.

What is auto-enrolment and how will it affect SME businesses?

Don’t be daunted by auto-enrolment. There is help out there, it should be a simple and positive process for the future of your business and employees.

THE INSIDE SCOOP: 5 WAYS FMB MEMBERSHIP CAN HELP YOU

As Master Builder there are a great range of services available to help you and your business succeed. Here are just five of our tips for making the most of your membership.1. Save money on legal fees

Help is at hand for SME house builders

The demand for new houses continues to outstrip supply, with a report by the Communities & Local Government Select Committee of MPs suggesting that the only way to fix the broken housing market is for

Tackling the housing crisis and delivering affordable housing

The housing crisis has long been a topic of discourse. We need to look beyond the big players in house building to build our next generation of affordable homes.

Enjoying the summer as a builder

As builders, when it comes to summer, we can sometimes feel like we’re between a rock and a hard place – or bricks and mortar; especially if we’re self-employed. We want to spend time with our

Occupational health solutions in the construction industry

B&CE’s Head of Occupational Health and Wellbeing, Margaret Grahamslaw, talks about the thinking behind a new occupational health solution, what it means for the construction industry and what happens

Health & Safety tips you should know about

We all know how busy it gets on site and that sometimes there just aren’t enough hours in the day! We all let the less important things slip when we’re rushed off our feet but it’s important not to