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An increase in planning fees will come into force from the start of 6 December 2023 for major and on non-major applications. Local planning authorities have been asked by the Government to update their websites to reflect the changes to planning fees.
Following the 2022-23 Parliamentary session, a number of new landmark Acts have been brought in which are going to have a significant impact for the Housing and Construction industry in the years ahead.
The FMB continues to be a leading voice on building standards and quality within the construction industry and we need your feedback as building contractors in an online workshop.
A new piece of legislation called the Social Partnership and Procurement Bill is currently being developed with the aim of delivering better outcomes for the people of Wales. Here’s an overview on the Bill and its likely impact on building firms who work on public sector projects.
This session features Gordon Nelson, FMB Scotland Director and Dr Stephen Garvin, Head of Building Standards at the Scottish Government. It focuses on the key developments within the Building Standards System in Scotland.
Featuring Dr Sue Hurrell, Head of Fair Work Procurement for the Welsh Government and Ifan Glyn, Senior Hub Director for the Federation of Master Builders (FMB), this session provides an overview of the public procurement landscape in Wales.
FMB Northern Ireland Director Gavin McGuire discusses the Belfast Local Development Plan (LDP) and how members can have their say before it is finalised.
An increase in planning fees will come into force from the start of 6 December 2023 for major and on non-major applications. Local planning authorities have been asked by the Government to update their websites to reflect the changes to planning fees.
Following the 2022-23 Parliamentary session, a number of new landmark Acts have been brought in which are going to have a significant impact for the Housing and Construction industry in the years ahead.
The FMB continues to be a leading voice on building standards and quality within the construction industry and we need your feedback as building contractors in an online workshop.
A new piece of legislation called the Social Partnership and Procurement Bill is currently being developed with the aim of delivering better outcomes for the people of Wales. Here’s an overview on the Bill and its likely impact on building firms who work on public sector projects.
This session features Gordon Nelson, FMB Scotland Director and Dr Stephen Garvin, Head of Building Standards at the Scottish Government. It focuses on the key developments within the Building Standards System in Scotland.
Featuring Dr Sue Hurrell, Head of Fair Work Procurement for the Welsh Government and Ifan Glyn, Senior Hub Director for the Federation of Master Builders (FMB), this session provides an overview of the public procurement landscape in Wales.
FMB Northern Ireland Director Gavin McGuire discusses the Belfast Local Development Plan (LDP) and how members can have their say before it is finalised.
