Contents FEBRUARY/MARCH 2024 Industry update
Features
21 Becoming a leader
Laura Ellis of DLE Construction Ltd shares her journey from labourer to Company Director at her family’s business
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22 Safe as houses?
7 Welcome
FMB National President Chris Carr shares his insights into how the Government and industry can deliver more quality homes
The FMB House Builder Survey highlights the need for change in the industry
8 News
26 Bright stars
The latest headlines from the industry
Meet the promising, award-winning apprentices who are positive about the future of construction
12 The FMB’s viewpoint
Issues affecting the sector
Spotlight
Your FMB
13 Chasing payments
30 Get paid fairly
Marun Construction Ltd shares tactics for dealing with non-paying clients
Resources from the FMB can help you to manage the challenging issue of clients paying late
14 Slam dunk
See how Eco Construction Scotland Ltd built a basketball arena in record time for the Caledonia Gladiators
34 In the area
Why area board members Caryl Thomas from Wales and Stepen O’Neill from Scotland decided to join their local board
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Business support
35 Protect your empty property
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Unoccupied property insurance is an important cover option for those who are responsible for empty properties
16 Skilled approach
Boosting the skill set of yourself and your team needs a clear strategy
36 Member update
18 There’s an app for that
We welcome new members that have joined the FMB and list those that have been expelled for not meeting standards
The new FMB app will make accessing helpful resources more streamlined
19 H&S round-up
38 Member news
An update from members in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland
The latest news and information to keep you and your team safe on site
Editorial Editor Bradford Keen
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