Industry News
Band of Builders launches bursary for young tradespeople
The scheme will help young people and apprentices meet the costs of starting out in roofing, with three colleges selected for the initial launch.
6 October 2026
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Liverpool Street station roof refurbishment completed
The two-year programme covered 11,000m² above platforms 1–10 and included drainage upgrades and restoration of Victorian timber detailing.
6 October 2026
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Apprenticeship honours for Dalton Roofing director and trainee
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
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Kelly Phillips takes CEO role at MOY Group
The roofing supplier has promoted its chief growth officer, while outgoing chief executive Cathal Quinn will continue as chairman.
5 October 2026
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Cardo Group acquires Aspect Group Services
The Norfolk specialist adds pitched and flat roofing, property maintenance and renewable energy services to Cardo Group’s national offering.
5 October 2026
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NFRC heritage committee visits William Blyth
Members discussed heritage roofing priorities for the next 12 to 18 months, with a further meeting and a Staick House case study to follow.
3 October 2026
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Powell Gee adds sixth washering machine
The Shrewsbury-based manufacturer says the investment has reduced production interruptions for roofing and cladding fixings.
2 October 2026
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Scottish Roofing Awards shortlist confirmed for 2026
Winners will be announced in Glasgow on 30 October, when Andy Rowlands begins a two-year term as NFRC President.
2 October 2026
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Edinburgh palm houses set to reopen after £23.5m restoration
The work has installed 5,750 toughened glass panels while retaining almost all the historic sandstone and wrought iron structure.
2 October 2026
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Ulti-Mate adds polymer slate to roofing range
Ulti-Slate weighs approximately 8kg per square metre and has laying options for roof pitches down to 12 degrees.
2 October 2026
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Bat Conservation Trust and NFRC develop roofing guidance
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
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Roofing fraud gang given prison terms totalling 64 years and 11 months
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
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Anamore appoints new finance director
The building remediation business wants to expand beyond its established UK and Ireland markets.
30 September 2026
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Public contract payment notices widen scrutiny of supply chains
Onetrace’s Michael Hicks says subcontractors seeking public work face greater compliance checks and a risk of exclusion for poor performance.
29 September 2026
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Roofing apprentices hear former finalists’ career accounts
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
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CITB names Specialist Upskilling Fund recipients
Roofing and scaffolding training specialist SIMIAN is among successful applicants for funding intended to reduce training barriers in specialist trades.
28 September 2026
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TrueNorth acquires Total Roof Control
The deal adds UK-wide roof maintenance, refurbishment and repair services to the private equity firm's External Envelope & Facades division.
28 September 2026
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DensDeck Prime cover board: roofing performance claims outlined
Roofing Today has detailed how a gypsum cover board is intended to protect commercial roof layers from traffic and equipment loads.
26 September 2026
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Roofing employers discuss apprentice assessment at Leeds college
Leeds College of Building has brought employers and tutors together to discuss how workplace training supports apprentices as they work towards qualification.
25 September 2026
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M&J and two staff fined £50,000 for concealing inspection evidence
The penalties concern compliance with a CMA inspection, not the outcome of its continuing investigation into suspected construction bid rigging.
24 September 2026
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TrustMark opens consultation on quality scheme changes
Proposals supported by TrustMark’s licensing department seek stronger consumer safeguards, including financial protection.
24 September 2026
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CISRS exit puts future scaffolding card arrangements under scrutiny
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
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Rockwool appoints Melanie Marquard as commercial director
The UK and Ireland role covers roof, external wall and fire protection specification teams as the manufacturer pursues its growth plans.
23 September 2026
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Welsh Slate supplies materials for quarry hospital conservation
Work to secure the remains of Penrhyn Quarry Hospital near Bethesda is nearing completion after a survey found the structure unsafe.
22 September 2026
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SIG receives BMF Sustainability Award 2026
The Department for Business and Trade selected SIG for recognition of its work on operational emissions and lower-carbon construction products.
22 September 2026
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Hodgson Sayers finishes North East school roofing programme
Holiday works for education trusts and local authorities included thermal upgrades and work on a roof covering an outdoor play area.
21 September 2026
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AJW sets out plans for roofing and cladding brand update
AJW Roofing & Cladding Supplies says its revised identity follows an expansion of its customer base and product range.
18 September 2026
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Garland UK reports 12% emissions cut
The roofing supplier has published its third sustainability report, with Environmental Product Declarations now covering 17 of its 18 core systems.
17 September 2026
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RubberCover reaches 20 years in UK and Irish roofing market
The residential flat-roof system combines EPDM membranes with compatible components and uses cold-applied installation without hot works.
17 September 2026
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Heritage skills plan sets framework for workforce action
The NFB-led plan addresses specialist recruitment difficulties affecting the repair and upkeep of traditionally built properties.
17 September 2026
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