Published date: 27 April 2017
The latest National New Home Customer Satisfaction survey carried out by NHBC on behalf of the Home Builders Federation (HBF) has revealed...
Published date: 24 April 2017
The start to 2017 proved to be a positive one for the UK’s construction SMEs. The first quarter of 2017 saw rising workloads in every devolved nation and English region, despite growing concerns over the cost of labour and materials, according to the Federation of Master Builders (FMB).
Published date: 21 April 2017
The past decade has seen a boom in apprenticeships with 2016 achieving record numbers according to figures released by the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB)
Published date: 17 April 2017
FMB Insurance joining the Consumer Code for New Homes (CCNH) provides a genuine commitment to maintaining excellent ...
Published date: 13 April 2017
Lloyd’s of London is the foundation of the insurance industry and the future of it. Led by expert underwriters and brokers...
Published date: 10 April 2017
FMB Insurance is delighted to become a Registered Code User of the Consumer Code for New Homes (CCNH), which has been approved by...
Published date: 03 April 2017
The UK has seen a rapid increase in the number of tool and van thefts that are taking place, but despite this, seven out of ten tradesmen still regularly leave their tools in their vans according to research conducted by simply business.
Published date: 29 March 2017
Insurance tax is set to double in less than two years - after Mr Hammond outlined in his Autumn Statement that the “Insurance premium tax” will increase from....
Published date: 26 March 2017
Did you know that women twice as likely to take charge of building projects? According to new research conducted by the Federation of Master Builders (FMB), when it comes to making vital decisions regarding building work, women are twice as likely to have the final say on the style and scope of the …
Published date: 26 January 2017
The skills shortage in the construction industry has got worse and has now spread beyond bricklayers and carpenters to other key trades, according to the latest research by the Federation of Master Builders (FMB).
Published date: 12 January 2017
Thursday and Friday looks set to bring the first snow of 2017. With sites now back up and running from the Christmas break, if the ‘Thundersnow’ is on it’s way to your region, it’s time to think about how you can best prepare for the wintry conditions.
Published date: 10 January 2017
Our top tips to ensure that your new build goes smoothly, as well as future-proofing the build for up to 10 years post-completion with a new homes structural warranty from FMB Insurance.