As the traditional university route loses its shine for a growing number of young people, the trades are emerging as...
The government’s Warm Homes Plan is an attempt to turn Britain’s long-running housing failure into a political asset. With energy bills still stubbornly high, fuel poverty...
The UK’s fenestration industry entered 2025 with tempered expectations, and the year has not disappointed in its difficulty. Persistent economic headwinds, rising operational costs and a...
The atmosphere at the recent Glazing Summit was, at times, difficult to shake. In a room where the prevailing tone leaned toward economic pessimism, it was...
As Britain returns to work following a summer break that increasingly mirrors continental habits, early signs point to a notable shift in consumer behaviour. New research...
As the UK window installation industry reaches the midpoint of 2025, a stark divide is emerging. While the higher end of the market continues to report...
For a few days in May, the UK’s glazing and fenestration industry convened at the NEC in Birmingham for the FIT Show – a rare national...
The UK’s fenestration sector returned to the NEC in Birmingham with renewed energy and a strong sense of purpose for the 2025 FIT Show. Marked by...
As 2025 gathers momentum, the fortunes of Britain’s fenestration sector offer a cautionary tale of an economy at odds with itself. While some indicators suggest tentative...
For many listening to the Chancellor’s latest address, the economic outlook may have sounded cautiously optimistic. But among business owners on the ground, the mood is...
As we step into 2025, the fenestration sector finds itself at a crossroads. The dual imperatives of survival and growth dominate conversations among window and door...
There is little doubt that the recent Budget, delivered by Chancellor Rachel Reeves, will make life tougher for employers in 2025. With increases in employer National...