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What does Scotland’s Programme for Government mean for builders? We look at the key commitments on housing, retrofit, procurement and public services.

Around half the cost of most short courses can be covered through CITB. Find out what qualifies, who to speak to, and how much you can claim.

Find out about funding available to builders in Scotland to help recruit young people, train employees and develop workforce skills.

Got your GCSE or A level results and thinking about what comes next? Discover construction careers, apprenticeships, courses and the practical steps you can take today.

BATJIC provides SME construction firms with guidance on wages, holidays and employment-related payments. Find out how your business can use the voluntary agreement and download the BATJIC rates applying from 10 August 2026.

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.

What does the HSE dry-cutting ban mean for engineered stone? Read our practical guide to the silica dust rules to protect your site and stay compliant.

Construction has the UK's highest insolvency rate. Don’t let your building business be next. Learn the ‘self-funding’ payment secrets, pricing traps, and cashflow forecasting tools used by Master Builders to stay profitable and protected.

Practical steps for UK builders to avoid late payment, improve cashflow and deal with non-paying clients. Clear advice you can use on every job.

Stop absorbing costs and protect your margins. This practical guide for builders explains how to audit overheads, justify your rates with professional benchmarks, and manage variations to ensure every job stays profitable.

Learn how to use social media to promote your building business, showcase your work and attract more enquiries from potential clients online.

Learn how to build a strong brand for your building business that wins trust, attracts better clients and helps you stand out locally. Download the FMB’s free practical branding guide for builders.

Learn how to create a professional website for your building business that builds trust, attracts enquiries and helps more clients find you online. Download the FMB’s free practical website guide for builders.

New environmental regulations are reshaping homebuilding. Learn how FMB members can access free technical guidance, trials, and a direct voice in shaping future standards through the Future Homes Hub.

Meningitis cases have been confirmed in Kent. Learn the symptoms, risks and what construction employers should do to protect their teams.

A practical checklist for builders preparing for Making Tax Digital for income tax. See what to do, when to act, and how to get ready.

Want to get more building work? Learn how qualifying leads can help builders focus on better enquiries, avoid wasted quotes and win profitable projects.

Public sector contracts offer steady work for builders. Learn where to find tenders and how to prepare your business before bidding.

More women are choosing construction. Explore entry routes, apprenticeship and career change options, and learn how to start a career in construction with a small building business.

How to convert your website traffic into sales. Learn more about how user experience and website optimisation matter for your building business in this blog from The Digital Department.

What does Scotland’s Programme for Government mean for builders? We look at the key commitments on housing, retrofit, procurement and public services.

Around half the cost of most short courses can be covered through CITB. Find out what qualifies, who to speak to, and how much you can claim.

Find out about funding available to builders in Scotland to help recruit young people, train employees and develop workforce skills.

Got your GCSE or A level results and thinking about what comes next? Discover construction careers, apprenticeships, courses and the practical steps you can take today.

BATJIC provides SME construction firms with guidance on wages, holidays and employment-related payments. Find out how your business can use the voluntary agreement and download the BATJIC rates applying from 10 August 2026.

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.

What does the HSE dry-cutting ban mean for engineered stone? Read our practical guide to the silica dust rules to protect your site and stay compliant.

Construction has the UK's highest insolvency rate. Don’t let your building business be next. Learn the ‘self-funding’ payment secrets, pricing traps, and cashflow forecasting tools used by Master Builders to stay profitable and protected.

Practical steps for UK builders to avoid late payment, improve cashflow and deal with non-paying clients. Clear advice you can use on every job.

Stop absorbing costs and protect your margins. This practical guide for builders explains how to audit overheads, justify your rates with professional benchmarks, and manage variations to ensure every job stays profitable.

Learn how to use social media to promote your building business, showcase your work and attract more enquiries from potential clients online.

Learn how to build a strong brand for your building business that wins trust, attracts better clients and helps you stand out locally. Download the FMB’s free practical branding guide for builders.

Learn how to create a professional website for your building business that builds trust, attracts enquiries and helps more clients find you online. Download the FMB’s free practical website guide for builders.

New environmental regulations are reshaping homebuilding. Learn how FMB members can access free technical guidance, trials, and a direct voice in shaping future standards through the Future Homes Hub.

Meningitis cases have been confirmed in Kent. Learn the symptoms, risks and what construction employers should do to protect their teams.

A practical checklist for builders preparing for Making Tax Digital for income tax. See what to do, when to act, and how to get ready.

Want to get more building work? Learn how qualifying leads can help builders focus on better enquiries, avoid wasted quotes and win profitable projects.

Public sector contracts offer steady work for builders. Learn where to find tenders and how to prepare your business before bidding.

More women are choosing construction. Explore entry routes, apprenticeship and career change options, and learn how to start a career in construction with a small building business.

How to convert your website traffic into sales. Learn more about how user experience and website optimisation matter for your building business in this blog from The Digital Department.