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House-building recovery delayed until 2029, industry warns

The Construction Products Association warns UK house-building will not recover to pre-pandemic levels until 2029 or 2030, urging government support for first-time buyers to prevent further insolvencies and job losses.

Staht secures largest ever distribution deal with Leach’s

One of the UK’s leading testing technology firms, Staht, has announced its largest ever distribution agreement after joining forces with Leach’s. The partnership will expand...

Demolition firm issues statement following Manchester building and scaffolding collapse

Manchester-based demolition contractor P.P. O’Connor has released an official statement following Friday’s partial collapse of a building surrounded by scaffolding in the city centre. The...

Building and scaffolding partially collapses in Manchester city centre

A building in Manchester city centre has partially collapsed during demolition work, with scaffolding and debris seen falling into the nearby River Irwell. Emergency services...

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Construction leaders unite against government plan to shorten apprenticeships

More than 20 construction organisations, including the NASC, have signed an open letter to Prime Minister Keir Starmer warning that plans to cut apprenticeships to eight months risk undermining skills, safety, and confidence in training.

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Cover Stories

Building Britain’s Scaffolding Future

Sean Pike on transforming an industry one system project at a time Standing amid the impressive Layher UK display at ScaffEx25, Managing Director Sean Pike surveys what represents more than just exhibition scaffolding – it's...
Features

AT-PAC names new UK MD as ScaffEx25 showcases national ambitions

After unveiling a wave of new systems at Bauma 2025, AT-PAC used ScaffEx25 in Manchester to shift focus closer to home, demonstrating its UK...
Features

ScaffEx25: An Industry Comes of Age in Manchester

Two days in September that showcased not just where scaffolding is heading, but how far it has already come The doors opened at Manchester Central...
Cover Stories

Building Britain’s Scaffolding Future

Sean Pike on transforming an industry one system project at a time Standing amid the impressive Layher UK display at ScaffEx25, Managing Director Sean Pike...

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Industry News

Training

CISRS announces suite of new safety and inspection courses

The Construction Industry Scaffolders Record Scheme (CISRS) has announced a series of new and updated training courses aimed at improving safety, technical standards, and compliance across the scaffolding sector. The news was revealed in the...
Events & Awards

Scaff25 announces global line-up of industry leaders for Sydney conference

The Scaffolding Association Australia (SAA) has revealed an impressive line-up of international speakers for its upcoming Scaff25 Annual Conference & Awards Night, set to...
News

Demolition firm issues statement following Manchester building and scaffolding collapse

Manchester-based demolition contractor P.P. O’Connor has released an official statement following Friday’s partial collapse of a building surrounded by scaffolding in the city centre. The...
News

Building and scaffolding partially collapses in Manchester city centre

A building in Manchester city centre has partially collapsed during demolition work, with scaffolding and debris seen falling into the nearby River Irwell. Emergency services...

Global News

Scaff25 announces global line-up of industry leaders for Sydney conference

The Scaffolding Association Australia (SAA) has revealed an impressive line-up of international speakers for its upcoming Scaff25 Annual Conference...

Scaffolding firm hits back at €9.2 million lawsuit claims

The CEO of Global Scaffolders UAB has defended the company’s labour practices after Sweden’s construction union Byggnads filed a...

ScaffFloat innovation takes floating access to new depths in Africa

ScaffFloat has once again pushed the boundaries of marine access engineering with a bespoke hoistable pontoon system designed to...

Turkish firm URTIM plays key role in record-breaking LNG project

Turkish engineering firm URTIM has played a key role in the construction of what is being described as the...
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Opinion & Insight

ScaffEx25 – The Start of Something Special

Daniel Norton -
ScaffEx25 has now closed its doors in Manchester, and as I reflect on the two days, one thing is clear — this event has marked the beginning of something significant for our industry. Last year’s ScaffEx in Belfast was an important first step. However, Manchester demonstrated just how far the concept has already progressed. The...
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Trade Associations

NASC

NASC and SAIA Join Forces to Elevate Global Scaffold Standards

The National Access & Scaffolding Confederation (NASC) and the Scaffold & Access Industry Association (SAIA) have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), bringing together the UK and North America’s leading scaffold and access...
Health & Safety

Record-Low Accident Rates Mark 50 Years of Safety Reporting, Says NASC

The National Access and Scaffolding Confederation (NASC) has released its 2025 Safety Report, revealing the lowest accident rates recorded in the organisation’s 50-year history...
NASC

NASC Expands into Scotland with New Edinburgh Office and Key Appointment

The National Access and Scaffolding Confederation (NASC) has opened a new office in Edinburgh and appointed a dedicated Business Development Manager to strengthen its...
News

Scaffolding Association Launches First in New Guidance Series

The Scaffolding Association has released the first in a new series of guidance documents, designed to elevate safety standards and reinforce professional practices throughout...

Training

CISRS announces suite of new safety and inspection courses

The Construction Industry Scaffolders Record Scheme (CISRS) has announced a series of new and updated training courses aimed at...

Construction leaders unite against government plan to shorten apprenticeships

More than 20 construction organisations, including the NASC, have signed an open letter to Prime Minister Keir Starmer warning that plans to cut apprenticeships to eight months risk undermining skills, safety, and confidence in training.

CISRS appoints academic leader to steer quality and standards

The Construction Industry Scaffolders Record Scheme (CISRS) has appointed Professor David Wooff JP as the first chair of its...

Major shake-up in scaffolding training governance announced

The National Access and Scaffolding Confederation (NASC) has unveiled a major overhaul of how scaffolding and access training is...

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