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The Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has launched a refreshed suite of builder contract templates, which have been updated following the Building Safety Act 2022.

The House of Commons Energy Security and Net Zero Committee has today published its report on, “Workforce planning to deliver clean, secure energy”, warning that the Government will miss its 2030 and 2050 targets without decisive action to tackle the skills gap.

The Federation of Master Builders (FMB) is using World Disability Day to call on the construction industry to create more inclusive workplaces and support tradespeople with disabilities,

Deputy Leader of Reform UK, has voiced his support for the FMB’s Licence to Build campaign and said the Government will do ‘badly’ when it comes to meeting its housing targets, on new Build Up: From the Basement Podcast

The Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has welcomed measures in today’s Autumn Budget, including pulling back on the landfill tax, £48 million to boost planning capacity, and free apprenticeship training for under-25s in SMEs

A new survey by the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) shows homeowners in Northern Ireland are being pushed to financial breaking point to pay for domestic building work

The Chancellor needs to scrap the Government’s proposed landfill tax quarry exemption which will add up to £28,000 to the cost of homes on small sites in next week’s Autumn Budget

The Federation of Master Builders (FMB) is joining forces with the Construction Leadership Council (CLC) and the Builders Merchants Federation (BMF) to help shape a new Mental Health Joint Code of Practice (JCOP)

We are calling on the nex​​t Scottish Government to work with the UK Government to plan and implement a licensing scheme for building companies operating in the repair, maintenance and improvement sector

The Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has welcomed a House of Commons Environmental Audit Committee report calling on the Government to provide greater incentives for homeowners and housebuilders to create greener, more energy-efficient homes

A Westminster Hall debate yesterday, led by Mark Garnier MP, brought MPs from across the political spectrum together to address the growing problem of rogue builders

On World Kindness Day (13 November), the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) is celebrating the acts of kindness that set great builders apart. From comforting homeowners in stressful situations to lending a hand beyond the job site, Master Builders across the UK show that kindness is a cornerstone of quality workmanship.

The Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has started an innovative construction training academy aimed at addressing the critical skills shortage and getting more people into working in the industry. 

The introduction of a mandatory licencing scheme is a little closer – as MPs will debate the need to protect consumers from rogue builders in Westminster Hall on Thursday 13th November.

A member of the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has successfully conquered nine Alpine peaks in a demanding 10-day mountaineering expedition, raising over £3,600 for a friend who tragically died in a car accident.

The Federation of Master Builders (FMB) is calling on building companies across the UK to prioritise mental wellbeing today on National Stress Awareness Day.

The Rt Honourable Kit Malthouse MP, former Housing Minister under Theresa May, has warned that the current Government will "massively undershoot" its housing target due to capacity constraints and market disruption, in an interview for the Federation of Master Builders' (FMB) "Build Up from the Basement" podcast

The Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has celebrated the handover of a £42,000 Isuzu D-Max DL40 truck to R & M Williams Limited, the Neath-based firm crowned Overall Master Builder of the Year 2025 at last month’s ceremony. 

Half of SME builders say planning is the biggest barrier to housebuilding as FMB updates its flagship guide. Award-winning builder shares lessons from making the leap from builder to developer.

FMB welcomes the FloodReady Review, urging collaboration and higher standards to make flood resilience a core part of building, protecting homes from rising flood risks.

The Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has launched a refreshed suite of builder contract templates, which have been updated following the Building Safety Act 2022.

The House of Commons Energy Security and Net Zero Committee has today published its report on, “Workforce planning to deliver clean, secure energy”, warning that the Government will miss its 2030 and 2050 targets without decisive action to tackle the skills gap.

The Federation of Master Builders (FMB) is using World Disability Day to call on the construction industry to create more inclusive workplaces and support tradespeople with disabilities,

Deputy Leader of Reform UK, has voiced his support for the FMB’s Licence to Build campaign and said the Government will do ‘badly’ when it comes to meeting its housing targets, on new Build Up: From the Basement Podcast

The Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has welcomed measures in today’s Autumn Budget, including pulling back on the landfill tax, £48 million to boost planning capacity, and free apprenticeship training for under-25s in SMEs

A new survey by the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) shows homeowners in Northern Ireland are being pushed to financial breaking point to pay for domestic building work

The Chancellor needs to scrap the Government’s proposed landfill tax quarry exemption which will add up to £28,000 to the cost of homes on small sites in next week’s Autumn Budget

The Federation of Master Builders (FMB) is joining forces with the Construction Leadership Council (CLC) and the Builders Merchants Federation (BMF) to help shape a new Mental Health Joint Code of Practice (JCOP)

We are calling on the nex​​t Scottish Government to work with the UK Government to plan and implement a licensing scheme for building companies operating in the repair, maintenance and improvement sector

The Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has welcomed a House of Commons Environmental Audit Committee report calling on the Government to provide greater incentives for homeowners and housebuilders to create greener, more energy-efficient homes

A Westminster Hall debate yesterday, led by Mark Garnier MP, brought MPs from across the political spectrum together to address the growing problem of rogue builders

On World Kindness Day (13 November), the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) is celebrating the acts of kindness that set great builders apart. From comforting homeowners in stressful situations to lending a hand beyond the job site, Master Builders across the UK show that kindness is a cornerstone of quality workmanship.

The Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has started an innovative construction training academy aimed at addressing the critical skills shortage and getting more people into working in the industry. 

The introduction of a mandatory licencing scheme is a little closer – as MPs will debate the need to protect consumers from rogue builders in Westminster Hall on Thursday 13th November.

A member of the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has successfully conquered nine Alpine peaks in a demanding 10-day mountaineering expedition, raising over £3,600 for a friend who tragically died in a car accident.

The Federation of Master Builders (FMB) is calling on building companies across the UK to prioritise mental wellbeing today on National Stress Awareness Day.

The Rt Honourable Kit Malthouse MP, former Housing Minister under Theresa May, has warned that the current Government will "massively undershoot" its housing target due to capacity constraints and market disruption, in an interview for the Federation of Master Builders' (FMB) "Build Up from the Basement" podcast

The Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has celebrated the handover of a £42,000 Isuzu D-Max DL40 truck to R & M Williams Limited, the Neath-based firm crowned Overall Master Builder of the Year 2025 at last month’s ceremony. 

Half of SME builders say planning is the biggest barrier to housebuilding as FMB updates its flagship guide. Award-winning builder shares lessons from making the leap from builder to developer.

FMB welcomes the FloodReady Review, urging collaboration and higher standards to make flood resilience a core part of building, protecting homes from rising flood risks.