Contents OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2023 Industry update
Features
21 Focused on the future
New FMB National President Chris Carr sets out his intentions and ambitions for his time at the helm, eager to build on the work of his predecessor
7 Welcome
23 Masters of their craft
The 2023 Master Builder Awards celebrate all of the the quality work being done by FMB members
A look at all of the winning people and projects from the national ceremony of the 2023 Master Builder Awards. Every winner showcased the hallmarks of FMB membership: consistent quality Your FMB 38 Supporting you to solve critical issues Getting paid is a fundamental requirement for successful business operations, which is why the FMB provides members with legal support to recoup owed amounts
8 News
The latest headlines from the industry
13 The FMB’s viewpoint
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Issues affecting the sector
Spotlight
14 Raise your glass
FMB member Punch Construction Ltd gave an old pub a much needed upgrade
42 Protect yourself
15 Leading from the front
Despite your best intentions, mistakes can and do happen. Be prepared by having the right Professional Indemnity Insurance in place 43 In your interests A summary of the FMB’s latest engagement with politicians and other key stakeholders in the industry 44 Member update A list of new members who have joined the FMB as well as those who have had to be expelled for not maintaining standards 46 Member news
Member research shows the positive impact good leaders can have on H&S
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Business support
16 Quality over quantity Delivering your best work on every project requires a robust set of best practices 18 H&S round-up The latest news and information to help keep you and your team safe on site
19 Airtight plan
Passing your air tightness or air leakage test is essential to ensure compliance
An update from members in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland
Editorial Editor Bradford Keen bradford.keen@redactive.co.uk Head of marketing Isabelle Kihm Senior designer Will Williams Picture editor Claire Echavarry Publishing director Joanna Marsh
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