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• Get in the running

  A charity obstacle course race for people working in the construction industry is open for registration.

• ‘Boiler Man’ is hotly received

  The official mascot of Ideal Boilers went down a storm with fans at his first appearance on the football pitch.

• Merchants encouraged to inspire the next generation of employees

  Construction Careers Week is urging merchants to inspire young people to join the industry.

• Banning combustible cladding is “crucial to public safety”

  Rockwool is supporting MPs calls for combustible cladding to be banned on high-rise buildings.

• Six shortlisted for BMF Supplier Engagement Award

  The Builders Merchants Federation has announced the finalists for its 2018 Supplier Engagement Award.

• Dauntless Scots complete Three Peaks Challenge

  A Scottish team has raised thousands for charity after climbing the three highest mountains in England, Scotland and Wales in one day.

• Marching at midnight

  Almost 2,000 women have walked through the night to raise money for a local hospice.

• Industry accreditation celebrates sustainability

  Thanks to its commitment to responsible sourcing of materials, Tobermore has earned a top industry accreditation.

• Fire doors not fit for purpose

  Five different suppliers’ fire doors fail to meet requisite fire performance standard.

• Heatwave takes its toll on tradespeople

  The recent heatwave has caused tradespeople to call off jobs early.

• A giant leap for construction

  A toy astronaut carrying a construction bolt has been launched into space.

• Plumber’s pipe dream comes true

  A Sheffield plumber has won a holiday for him and his family to any destination they choose.

• Wales urged to be wise with water

  Merchants are being urged conserve their water as the heatwave dries up reservoirs.

• Imperial launches industry first with new York Clamp brick

  Imperial Bricks has introduced the York Clamp, the first time a new handmade version, created using the traditional manufacturing methods, has been made available to the market. 

• FORTIS names its official brick supplier

  Imperial Bricks has become the supplier of choice for FORTIS.

• Refurbished roofing branch reopens

  Roofing and building contractors in Essex can now benefit from a one-stop-shop for all of their roofing needs following a major refurbishment.

• Community hero will receive £500

  Nominations are open for a campaign that gives local groups and charity projects £500 towards their cause.