Senior Reporter
Gareth spent fifteen years on the tools as a roofer in south Wales before turning to reporting. He covers breaking industry news, insolvencies and the day-to-day realities of working on the roof, and is usually first to a story about a contractor in difficulty.
Patch: Industry news
Industry News
Chesterfield-based Dalton Roofing received recognition in two categories at the Derbyshire and Nottingham Apprenticeships Awards, covering apprenticeship support and a trainee’s development.
5 October 2026
Industry News
The Shrewsbury-based manufacturer says the investment has reduced production interruptions for roofing and cladding fixings.
2 October 2026
Industry News
Winners will be announced in Glasgow on 30 October, when Andy Rowlands begins a two-year term as NFRC President.
2 October 2026
Industry News
Ulti-Slate weighs approximately 8kg per square metre and has laying options for roof pitches down to 12 degrees.
2 October 2026
Industry News
A self-paced online module gives National Federation of Roofing Contractors members training on protecting bats and their roosts during roof work.
1 October 2026
Industry News
A Trading Standards investigation found homeowners paid more than £1 million for unnecessary and poor-quality roofing and building work between May 2021 and August 2024.
1 October 2026
Industry News
The building remediation business wants to expand beyond its established UK and Ireland markets.
30 September 2026
Industry News
Onetrace’s Michael Hicks says subcontractors seeking public work face greater compliance checks and a risk of exclusion for poor performance.
29 September 2026
Industry News
Three qualified roofers discussed customer communication, recruitment and trade contacts with 2026 BMI Apprentice of the Year finalists at the BMI Academy in July.
28 September 2026
Industry News
The deal adds UK-wide roof maintenance, refurbishment and repair services to the private equity firm's External Envelope & Facades division.
28 September 2026
Industry News
The penalties concern compliance with a CMA inspection, not the outcome of its continuing investigation into suspected construction bid rigging.
24 September 2026
Industry News
Proposals supported by TrustMark’s licensing department seek stronger consumer safeguards, including financial protection.
24 September 2026
Industry News
The Scaffolding Association wants independent oversight of a June 2027 withdrawal from the CSCS Alliance affecting more than 70,000 UK cardholders.
23 September 2026
Industry News
Work to secure the remains of Penrhyn Quarry Hospital near Bethesda is nearing completion after a survey found the structure unsafe.
22 September 2026
Market & Pipeline
The proposed replacement follows water damage during construction of Sky Central and a dispute over the cost of repairs.
18 September 2026
Industry News
AJW Roofing & Cladding Supplies says its revised identity follows an expansion of its customer base and product range.
18 September 2026
Industry News
The NFB-led plan addresses specialist recruitment difficulties affecting the repair and upkeep of traditionally built properties.
17 September 2026
Industry News
The company’s fine was reduced to £15,050 after an early guilty plea, while Matthew Ryan’s family is pursuing a fatal accident claim.
14 September 2026
Industry News
The free online event will run over two half days on 20 and 21 October 2026, bringing employers and health specialists together.
11 September 2026
Regulation & Fire Safety
Housing for Women wants three blocks demolished and rebuilt over alleged defects, while Clarion is pursuing five Willmott Dixon-related companies.
10 September 2026
Industry News
Amazing Lofts has asked Sean Woodcock to support investment in loft insulation and boarding to help households reduce energy bills.
9 September 2026