Retention money - Part 2

The issue of retention money, from the point of view of a subcontractor who is having this withheld from them, is the focus of the latest CODEWORDS.

Is it my problem if my customer fails to arrange contract works insurance? (Hint: Yes, it could be)

Make sure you’re clear on what you need to consider regarding contract works insurance before starting a renovation job.

GIB Best Practice Series – Minimise Fasteners Popping

7 Things to consider to Reduce Fastener Popping

Trade Skills

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Managing musculoskeletal risks – New WorkSafe tools

With almost a third of work-related injuries being musculoskeletal, WorkSafe has developed a new guide to staying well in this way in the workplace.

Being prepared for building Inspections

Concerning failure rates’ have prompted MBIE to focus the latest CODEWORDS on setting yourself up for building inspection success.

Retention money - Part 2

The issue of retention money, from the point of view of a subcontractor who is having this withheld from them, is the focus of the latest CODEWORDS.

Is it my problem if my customer fails to arrange contract works insurance? (Hint: Yes, it could be)

Make sure you’re clear on what you need to consider regarding contract works insurance before starting a renovation job.

News

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Construction Growth Foundation reflects greater leadership role in sector

Growing leadership role in construction sector prompts name change for Building and Construction Training Fund.

Raising the bar: Winners at the 2025 Commercial Project Awards

Sustainability continues to be in the spotlight, with a gin distillery and a university building setting the standard in the 2025 Commercial Project Awards.

Mentoring to build construction company capability

Helping to strengthen the long-term prospects of smaller construction businesses is the aim of a new mentoring partnership scheme for the sector.

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