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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Skills and training
4 stories on Skills and training from the Cladding Daily news desk.
Industry News
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 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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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