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News NFB comment on ONS Construction Output Figures
Posted on 10 Feb 2012
Construction sector and economy need home improvement VAT cut now more than ever says NFB
News NFB Training launches inTraining for 2012
Posted on 06 Feb 2012
NFB Training, the dedicated training arm of the National Federation of Builders, has today (Monday 6 February 2012) launched inTraining – a guide to open courses in 2012.
News NFB launches inaugural annual awards to celebrate construction success
Posted on 27 Jan 2012
The NFB launches first annual awards scheme to celebrate the high quality work and commitment delivered by members to improve the built environment
News Construction firms still feel disconnected from utility services
Posted on 27 Jan 2012
Building contractors are struggling through the economic downturn with continued financial losses caused by poor performing utility companies
News NFB response to Key Welsh Economic Statistics
Posted on 20 Jan 2012
The Index for Construction in Wales for the four quarters to 2011 quarter 3 rose by 7.3 per cent compared with the previous four quarters. The UK index rose by 5.5 per cent over the same period.
News NFB response to the British Chambers of Commerce’s Economic Survey
Posted on 10 Jan 2012
Julia Evans, Chief Executive of the National Federation of Builders comments on the British Chambers of Commerce's Quarterly Economic Survey
News The National Federation of Builders appoints Union Square to its National Associate Panel
Posted on 03 Jan 2012
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Union Square to our National Associate panel.
News The National Federation of Builders appoints ISOQAR to its National Associate Panel
Posted on 30 Nov 2011
The National Federation of Builders (NFB) has announced the appointment of accredited certification body ISOQAR, part of the Alcumus Group, as a National Associate Member.
News NFB: Government backs the construction industry – now banks should do the same
Posted on 29 Nov 2011
The government has set out its plan for growth and has given its backing to the construction industry to lead Britain out of recession.
News Ofgem fine for NPower is a warning to others, says NFB
Posted on 31 Oct 2011
The NFB welcomes Ofgems fine for NPower of £2million for breaching regulations with an inadequate complaints procedure.