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The 1.6% rise in construction output in the three months to May 2026, is a welcome sign of recovery for the construction industry, but policymakers must not assume the sector is out of the woods yet

We're celebrating ten years of our Primary Authority Partnership with Hertfordshire Trading Standards – a collaboration that has helped strengthen standards across the construction industry, crack down on rogue traders, and give homeowners greater confidence when choosing an FMB member.

Learn how high interest rates affect building businesses, from borrowing and cash flow to fixed-price contracts. Shaun Barton of Real Business Rescue explains practical steps builders can take.

Discover how wastewater infrastructure constraints are delaying housing developments in Northern Ireland and why FMB is calling for long-term investment.

The FMB has welcomed a new Citizens Advice report backing its call for mandatory licensing of builders, reinforcing the need for stronger consumer protection against rogue traders.

Learn the warning signs of insolvency and the options available if your building company is in financial difficulty. Louise Longley of BTG Begbies Traynor explains what to do next.

The report outlines key guiding principles covering what the RMI sector needs to grow and progress, with particular focus on competence, improved industry coordination and quality assurance throughout delivery. 

What does the future hold for retrofit and construction skills? Read this major report on training, competence and opportunities for builders.

New constituency-level research from the FMB uncovers the financial impact of rogue builders across Essex, with homeowners losing an estimated £448 million over five years.

Worried about house subsidence? Learn the signs, who to call, repair options, likely costs, and why acting early can protect your home.

Essex homeowners are among the UK's most welcoming, with 68% offering their builder a cup of tea, according to new FMB research.

As the Federation of Master Builders marks its 85th anniversary, members from across the UK reflect on the businesses, communities and industry the FMB has helped shape over the past eight decades.

Celebrating 85 years of the Federation of Master Builders. Explore key milestones and discover how we're continuing to support SME builders across the UK.

As the FMB celebrates 85 years of championing small builders, its National Conference will bring together members from across the UK for two days of industry debate, networking and celebration in Oxford.

Sarah Edwards MP, Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group for SME Housebuilders, joins the Federation of Master Builders' Build Up from the Basement podcast to call for urgent action on licensing, planning reform and skills - and to champion small builders.

Thinking about a conservatory conversion, but unsure what an upgrade or a conservatory roof replacement costs? Read our guide to conservatories

A networking event in Shetland brought builders and architects together to exchange ideas and discuss the opportunities and challenges facing the local construction industry.

A combined team of FMB staff and members has been crowned champion of the Big Diversity Construction Challenge, beating 17 teams from across the UK construction sector and raising funds for construction charity CRASH.

The 1.6% rise in construction output in the three months to May 2026, is a welcome sign of recovery for the construction industry, but policymakers must not assume the sector is out of the woods yet

We're celebrating ten years of our Primary Authority Partnership with Hertfordshire Trading Standards – a collaboration that has helped strengthen standards across the construction industry, crack down on rogue traders, and give homeowners greater confidence when choosing an FMB member.

Learn how high interest rates affect building businesses, from borrowing and cash flow to fixed-price contracts. Shaun Barton of Real Business Rescue explains practical steps builders can take.

Discover how wastewater infrastructure constraints are delaying housing developments in Northern Ireland and why FMB is calling for long-term investment.

The FMB has welcomed a new Citizens Advice report backing its call for mandatory licensing of builders, reinforcing the need for stronger consumer protection against rogue traders.

Learn the warning signs of insolvency and the options available if your building company is in financial difficulty. Louise Longley of BTG Begbies Traynor explains what to do next.

The report outlines key guiding principles covering what the RMI sector needs to grow and progress, with particular focus on competence, improved industry coordination and quality assurance throughout delivery. 

What does the future hold for retrofit and construction skills? Read this major report on training, competence and opportunities for builders.

New constituency-level research from the FMB uncovers the financial impact of rogue builders across Essex, with homeowners losing an estimated £448 million over five years.

Worried about house subsidence? Learn the signs, who to call, repair options, likely costs, and why acting early can protect your home.

Essex homeowners are among the UK's most welcoming, with 68% offering their builder a cup of tea, according to new FMB research.

As the Federation of Master Builders marks its 85th anniversary, members from across the UK reflect on the businesses, communities and industry the FMB has helped shape over the past eight decades.

Celebrating 85 years of the Federation of Master Builders. Explore key milestones and discover how we're continuing to support SME builders across the UK.

As the FMB celebrates 85 years of championing small builders, its National Conference will bring together members from across the UK for two days of industry debate, networking and celebration in Oxford.

Sarah Edwards MP, Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group for SME Housebuilders, joins the Federation of Master Builders' Build Up from the Basement podcast to call for urgent action on licensing, planning reform and skills - and to champion small builders.

Thinking about a conservatory conversion, but unsure what an upgrade or a conservatory roof replacement costs? Read our guide to conservatories

A networking event in Shetland brought builders and architects together to exchange ideas and discuss the opportunities and challenges facing the local construction industry.

A combined team of FMB staff and members has been crowned champion of the Big Diversity Construction Challenge, beating 17 teams from across the UK construction sector and raising funds for construction charity CRASH.