It is clear from speaking with many of Members across the North West that recruiting young talent into the roofing industry continues to be one of the biggest challenges businesses face today.
New rules introduced on 1 October 2026 mean businesses could face fines for illegal working further down their supply chains, even where they have no direct contract with the worker.
NEST provides free, dedicated support to construction employers who are looking to bring new entrants into the industry, particularly through apprenticeships
NFRC Midlands Region are pleased to join with Supplier Members Marley and Bauder in supporting the programme, which is being delivered at South and City College Birmingham.
Burnley College, in partnership with Themis, is expanding its construction portfolio with a new Level 2 Roofing Apprenticeship Standard, set to launch in January 2027.
The Construction Industry Joint Council (CIJC) remains in negotiation with the Trade Unions regarding the 2026 review of the Working Rule Agreement pay and conditions.
Alongside labour shortages, many members have raised concerns about the lack of accessible, high‑quality roofing training in the Northern Ireland region.
On 19 June 2026, companies representing the UK’s Construction industry came together at Newark Showground to participate in The Big Construction Diversity Challenge.
On June 15, the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) and the British Board of Agrément (BBA) each released statements providing an update on the BBA’s continuing UKAS suspension.
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