‘Time is running out’: Contractors and consultants warn of slow start to AMP8

Contractors, clients and trade associations working within the water sector have raised concerns regarding project delivery rates during the first six months of Asset Management Period 8 (AMP8), 2025-2030. The post ‘Time is running out’: Contractors and consultants warn of slow start to AMP8 appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

Trade associations unite to launch Heat Pump Insulation Guide

The Thermal Insulation Contractors Association (TICA), the Institute of Refrigeration (IoR) and Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) and others have joined forces to publish a Heat Pump Insulation Guide. The post Trade associations unite to launch Heat Pump Insulation Guide appeared first on Planning, Building & Construction Today.

Tariff fears tied to biggest construction cost jump in 2 years

Contractors rushed to buy materials before potential tariffs could go into effect, pushing prices higher. More hikes could lie ahead, according to construction trade associations.

Industry clamour grows over inheritance tax hike

Construction figures are warning of a “severe and long-lasting impact” from proposed inheritance tax reforms, which are causing a "groundswell of anger" among family-run businesses in the sector. The Home Builders Federation and Builders Merchant Federation are among 32 trade associations that have signed an… The post Industry clamour grows over inheritance tax hike appeared first on Construction News.

Construction associations join campaign against inheritance tax reforms

Thirty two Trade Associations, representing more than 160,000 UK family-owned businesses and farms, have written to the chancellor calling for a consultation on changes to inheritance tax announced in the 2024 autumn budget.

Where can I find a list of all the professional bodies, trade associations and industry groups in the built environment?