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Businesses warned against relying on AI-generated compliance policies for accreditation

BERKSHIRE, UK. November 2nd, 2026 – Compliance advisory firm JVR Consultancy is warning businesses not to rely on AI-generated policies when preparing for accreditation, arguing that producing compliance documentation is an important part of understanding how policies should work in practice. While AI tools can be useful for drafting, structuring and reviewing content, businesses risk

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Accredex to become part of MyrusBuild following BroadShield acquisition

Accredex will become part of MyrusBuild, bringing established construction learning and assessment expertise into the wider BroadShield group and strengthening its capability to support competence, compliance and workforce assurance across the built environment. STEVENAGE, UK. September 24th, 2026 – BroadShield has acquired Accredex, an established construction learning and assessment provider that has supported more than

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The Applebridge Family Welcomes Hughes Bros and JIG Drainage to the Group

MIDDLESBROUGH, UK. September 2nd, 2026 – Teesside-based Construction Group, The Applebridge Family has announced the addition of Hughes Bros Construction and JIG Drainage to its growing group of specialist construction and infrastructure businesses, marking another significant milestone in the company’s continued expansion. Over recent years, The Applebridge Family has experienced substantial growth, expanding its geographical

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Software developer warns that traditional safety approaches are no longer enough as fatality decline stalls

HSE’s 2025/26 data shows 126 workers killed in work-related accidents — and the long-term rate of decline is slowing DEVON, UK. July 15th, 2026 – A Devon-based software business is urging construction, housebuilding and utility organisations to adopt a more proactive, technology-enabled approach to risk management following the release of the Health and Safety Executive’s

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5,000 Deaths a Year as UK Asbestos Crisis Persists, Shield Finds

BRISTOL, UK. May 14th, 2026 – More than 25 years after it was banned, asbestos continues to kill thousands of people every year in the UK, yet experts warn the scale of the risk is still being underestimated according to research from Shield Services Group. 5,000 UK deaths every year are linked to asbestos. More

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ITS Confirms New Dagenham Store as Part of Continued UK Expansion

DAGENHAM, UK. January 28th, 2026 – ITS, one of the UK’s leading suppliers of tools, workwear and equipment for trade professionals, has confirmed it will be opening a new store in Dagenham later this spring, marking another significant step in the company’s ongoing investment in physical retail. The new branch will be located at Unit

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Leading Tool Supplier ITS to Open New Luton Store

LUTON, UK. January 15th, 2026 – ITS, one of the UK’s leading suppliers of tools, workwear and equipment for trade professionals, has announced plans to open a brand-new store in Luton, creating new local jobs and strengthening its commitment to supporting tradespeople in the area. The new branch, located on Bilton Way, is scheduled to

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Daniel Owen Strengthens South Coast Operations with New Portsmouth Office

PORTSMOUTH, UK. November 19th, 2025 – Built environment recruitment specialist Daniel Owen Ltd has announced the opening of its new Portsmouth office, marking another step in the company’s ongoing growth across the South Coast. The expansion reflects the increasing demand for skilled trades and labour expertise in the region and underscores Daniel Owen’s commitment to

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Data Reveals Surge in Mould Claim Ads as Landlords Face Legal Tidal Wave

LONDON, UK. October 27th, 2025 – Data from Pyramid Eco shows that the cost of Google Ads for “mould claim” searches has tripled since early 2024. The trend highlights growing urgency in the housing sector as landlords (and legal firms circling the industry) prepare for the enforcement of Awaab’s Law in October 2025. Pyramid Eco’s

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4.9 Million UK Homes Still at Risk from Asbestos Garage Roofs, New National Data Reveals

“This isn’t buried in walls – it’s sitting right above your driveway” Danmarque Garages launch the UK’s most detailed asbestos garage roof dataset to date BOLTON, UK. July 22nd, 2025 – Asbestos remains a major public health risk still lingering above millions of driveways across Britain, according to new data. According to figures released today

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Applebridge Geoenvironmental Wins Severn Trent & Hafren Dyfrdwy Ground Investigation Framework Role

Coventry, United Kingdom. April 7th 2024- Applebridge Geoenvironmental, a specialist provider of ground investigation services and part of the Construction Group the Applebridge Family, announces its successful appointment to the Severn Trent Water & Hafren Dyfrdwy Ground Investigation Framework. This significant achievement marks a major milestone in the company’s continued growth and highlights its expertise

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Simpel Enters UK Market, Transforming Construction Operations from the Ground Up

Delivering a unique ‘high-vis’ data trail, Simpel’s software empowers construction companies to optimise operations and compliance to meet the evolving regulatory environment LONDON, UK. January 21st, 2025 — Simpel, a leading innovator in construction technology, has announced its recent entry into the UK market. Designed to address the complexities of document management, quality, compliance,

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Revolutionising UK Construction: Online AI Training Launches February 2025

LONDON, UK. January 15th, 2025 – The UK construction sector is set to undergo a significant transformation with the launch of a specialised AI training programme. The AI Construction Training (ACT) modules offer free live sessions designed to equip professionals with the skills necessary to lead AI-driven initiatives, bridging the gap between technological innovation and

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Kawneer’s KWD92 UT+ – Revolutionising Passive House Design

Kawneer sets new standard with launch of Passive House window product that offers a modular and flexible approach to window design. MANCHESTER, UK. July 9th, 2024 – Leading provider of architectural aluminium products, Kawneer, is launching the breakthrough Passive House window, the new KWD92 UT+. Designed with energy efficiency as a priority,

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Cost-cutting keeping UK properties ‘stuck in Dark Ages’, warns expert

DERBY, UK. May 23rd, 2024 – A leading voice in the global smart building industry is set to fly to the UK and tell delegates at a Midlands conference how cost-cutting and tradition are keeping the country’s commercial properties “stuck in the Dark Ages”. Tim Miscovich, the outspoken chief commercial officer of tech innovator wtec,

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