UK Construction Week Returns to Birmingham
The NFRC is proud to be part of UK Construction Week Birmingham (30 September – 2 October 2025) chairing two unmissable panel sessions.
11:00 – 11:45 l The Innovation Imperative with NFRC: Transforming Training, Compliance, and Roofing Delivery
With a critical skills shortage threatening to derail growth, the roofing and cladding sector faces a stark challenge to meet rising demand. This panel explores how technological innovation, smarter compliance, and transformative training approaches can turn the tide. Join us to discover what needs to change, and how to make it happen, fast.
Chaired by NFRC Group CEO, James Talman
Panellists:
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John Forster – Forster Group Chair
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Helen Yeulet – BESA Competence Programme Director
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Dan Howson – Imagineerium Creative Producer
12 - 12:40 l Powering Up Skills, Standards, and Opportunities in Solar Installation - NFRC x MCS
The solar revolution is accelerating, driven by the Future Homes Standard and the Warm Homes Plan. Hear first-hand from roofing and electrical companies that have expanded into solar and discover the lessons they've learned. Skills experts from the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) and National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC) will share insights on training, accreditation, and the importance of cross-trade collaboration, alongside updates on evolving regulations and upcoming legislative changes in this fast-moving sector.
Chaired by NFRC Head of Solar PV, Ben Rowlands
Panellists:
- Martyn Raine, Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) Sector Skills Manager
- Ryan Mee, Eco2Solar CEO
- John Lees, J.A.L Roofing Managing Director