Negligent work proves costly
The Board continues to stay busy as complaints come through regarding LBPs carrying out work to an unsatisfactory standard Two…
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Consents see third consecutive monthly increase
A total of 3,098 new dwellings were consented in February, representing a seasonally adjusted 1.9% increase, on top of a…
Spotlight on mental health
A recent study conducted by BRANZ has shed light on mental health issues within the construction industry, offering some important…
FIRST RATE FRAME & TRUSS
PlaceMakers Frame and Truss provides value for money and saves builders time on assembly. PlaceMakers promises to deliver your order…
ASBESTOS CASES CONTINUE
Two cases of incorrect handling of asbestos have already been put in front of the Tenancy Tribunal in 2019, indicating…
CONSENTS AT THEIR HIGHEST SINCE 1975
A total of 33,576 new homes were consented in the year ended January 2019, the highest number of new homes…
QUALIFICATION FRAMEWORK SHAKE-UP
The Government has released a proposal that would see the country’s 16 major polytechnics fall under the remit of a…
SUPPORTING A LANDSCAPE OF TALENT
PlaceMakers has long been a committed sponsor of the Young Landscaper of the Year Awards, recognising the best young talent…
VIEW FROM THE OFFICE
PAC members get behind the lens to compete for ‘best site view’ In the summer months, some builders’ work backdrops…
FEBRUARY APPRENTICE OF MONTH
Diligent plan prep helps apprentice spot and remedy small, but important, specification variance Second-year apprentice Regan Morris didn’t miss a…
FROM THE GROUND UP
Our new apprentice column is all about sharing experiences. Its an opportunity for PAC members to share their news, ideas…
PERKS OF THE TRADE?
Builders’ Business is a column by builders for builders. Its objective is to provide a forum, particularly for small business…