23 Aug 2012
“It is important that all small businesses are aware they could face steep fines unless HMRC is kept fully updated
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17 Jul 2012
The success of the Green Deal is ‘crucial’ to the recovery of the repair and maintenance sector.
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07 Feb 2012
Percentage reasons for new windows and doors
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28 Nov 2011
Swisspacer helps Olympic Glass sales grow 50%.
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24 Oct 2011
Government must do more to stimulate the new-build housing market
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07 Jul 2011
Future prospects for the residential door market remain uncertain according to a new report from AMA Research.
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10 May 2011
Prime Minister David Cameron recently conceded that he needed to get Britain building again
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29 Mar 2011
Forum welcomes the government's continued commitment to reducing corporation tax overall.
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09 Feb 2011
Optimism amongst UK construction companies is reportedly at its strongest in eight months
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25 Jan 2011
As the UK Windows & Doors industry emerged from the depths of recession in 2010 a fragmented industry appeared from the chaos.
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02 Nov 2010
The new government's economic policies look likely to prolong the agony for the fenestration industry
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14 Sep 2010
The Forum of Private Business (FPB) is still calling for further tax breaks for small companies
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07 Sep 2010
August data has signalled further expansion of the UK construction sector
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01 Sep 2010
Small business support group, the Forum of Private Business, has reacted to reports that a controversial tax on private parking spaces is set to be extended.
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23 Aug 2010
The Forum of Private Business (FPB) is warning that inaccurate property valuations are preventing many smaller firms from accessing affordable bank lending.
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10 Aug 2010
According to the latest Strategic Market Insights forecasting report from HobsonFord Associates, the recession will cause structural change for construction.
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10 Aug 2010
From 1 October, FENSA inspections will apply the revised Building Regulations
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06 Jul 2010
There are now 112 companies in the UK Windows & Doors industry that are ‘zombie' businesses.
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25 May 2010
More than three quarters of small firms back moves to tackle Britain's record deficit
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13 Apr 2010
The next government urgently needs to rebalance workplace law in favour of employers.
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03 Feb 2010
Small firms believe Britain's tax system is deeply unfair and urgently needs to be simplified, new research has revealed.
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15 Dec 2009
Industry ‘confused' by expanded ratings systems, says CAB.
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02 Nov 2009
The government must not sacrifice its support for small businesses
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13 Oct 2009
"Our members are telling us that the banks are dragging their heels and driving up prices"
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13 Oct 2009
Code of Practice for the Repair and Maintenance of Industrial and Commercial Doors updated
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25 Aug 2009
"A clear signal should be given to households of the benefits of a switch to the most energy efficient products"
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12 Aug 2009
A £5m fund for small retailers to buy security devices such as alarms
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10 Jul 2009
Department of Work and Pensions considers the prevalence of rogue labour providers (gangmasters) in the construction trade.
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10 Jul 2009
Energy efficiency and the latest environmental standards are now among the most important attributes buyers want from newly-built homes
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25 Jun 2009
It is understood that measures were removed at the last minute.
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02 Jun 2009
Better light transmission, Better solar gain, Better energy efficiency
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13 May 2009
Quarter-on-quarter rise in applications to start new homes for almost two years.
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20 Apr 2009
Consequently, confidence in both the government and banks is eroding."
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07 Apr 2009
Business Link has created a summary overview of the changes that come into force to help businesses identify those that are relevant to them.
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07 Apr 2009
Companies could be fined between 2.5% and 10% of their turnover for committing the new offence of Corporate Manslaughter.
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01 Apr 2009
Most businesses are totally unprepared for the forthcoming Carbon Reduction Commitment (‘CRC') regulation.
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01 Apr 2009
With around 511 vans being broken into every day, thieves are finding they can be rich pickings.
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16 Mar 2009
European finance ministers have voted to remove the final hurdle to a reduction in VAT on building repair and maintenance work.
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16 Mar 2009
Businesses face a double burden of unwanted extra taxes at the worst time possible.
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04 Feb 2009
Councils may soon have greater freedom to build more homes.
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14 Jan 2009
The revision to Building Regulations within England and Wales will start the year and last for three months.
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30 Dec 2008
"Following a death involving an at-work driver, fleet managers can expect an immediate
and in-depth investigation by the police."
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29 Dec 2008
"The new site has been developed to keep you up to date with our product development,
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