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SBF discusses increase in UK insolvency figures
The Scottish Building Federation (SBF) has urged action to address the 245 per cent increase of Scottish construction insolvencies.
News from Buildingtalk, 11 August 2010
SBF survey reveals standards could drop
A Scottish Building Federation survey reveals that fierce competition in the industry means quality and safety standards could suffer as a result of extremely narrow margins.
News from Buildingtalk, 24 June 2009
SBF calls government to support apprenticeships
The Scottish Building Federation has called on the Scottish Government to support construction apprenticeships in Scotland.
News from Buildingtalk, 10 June 2009
Scottish Building Federation new insurance scheme
The Scottish Building Federation launch new insurance scheme created by Heath Lambert's Commercial Affinity and Small Business (CAandSB) team.
News from Buildingtalk, 3 June 2009
36% fall in construction apprenticeships predicted
Number of apprentices taken on by the Scottish construction industry in 2009 looks set to plummet by more than a third, according to new figures published today by the Scottish Building Federation.
News from Buildingtalk, 20 March 2009
Calls for more investment in affordable housing
Scottish Building Federation calls for rapid deployment of Scottish Government investment in affordable housing.
News from Buildingtalk, 11 March 2009
Construction industry holds key to Scotland future
Michael Levack, Chief Executive of the Scottish Building Federation called on First Minister Alex Salmond to prioritise needs of construction industry when he sets out plans to build a 'lion economy'.
News from Buildingtalk, 21 August 2008
Nominations open for Apprentice of the Year 2008
Search for Scotland's apprentice of the year is on as Scottish Building Apprenticeship and Training Council (SBATC) open lines to on-line nomination for James Birnie Award for Craft Excellence.
News from Buildingtalk, 19 August 2008
Building work complaints increase by 25%
Scottish Building Federation review the alarming 25% increase in complaints against builders, plumbers, electricians and other home improvement traders.
News from Buildingtalk, 28 April 2008
Is Scotland able to hit new house targets?
Scottish Building Federation welcome opportunity to work in partnership with Government in developing any future house-building strategy,
News from Buildingtalk, 14 March 2008
Development of first Scottish eco-town
The development of Scotland's first eco-town at Cardenden is a clear blueprint for the future development of sustainable communities.
News from Buildingtalk, 4 March 2008
Scottish Building Federation on Commonealth Games
Michael Levack Chief Executive, Scottish Building Federation says Glasgow winning the Commonwealth Games is fantastic achievement and will see over GBP288 million of investment in the city.
News from Buildingtalk, 12 November 2007
Pupils consider career in construction
Scottish Building Federation's challenge encourages local pupils to consider construction as a career.
News from Buildingtalk, 11 October 2007
Scottish Building Federation mission to Japan
Organised by Dr Masa Noguchi from the Mackintosh Environmental Architecture Research Unit (MEARU) in Glasgow, and was entitled PV Zero-carbon Mass Custom Home Mission To Japan.
News from Buildingtalk, 19 September 2007
Trust helps building industry students
Edinburgh and District Master Builders' Charitable Trust is making funds available to allow students who wish to join the industry to realise their full potential.
News from Buildingtalk, 7 September 2007
Scottish Building Federation charity support
Scottish Building Federation presents cheques to Scottish Spina Bifida Association and Maggie Cancer Care Centres
News from Buildingtalk, 4 July 2007
Who employs Best Craft Apprentice in Scotland?
Scottish Building Apprenticeship and Training Council (SBATC) are once again on the hunt for the best craft apprentice in Scotland.
News from Buildingtalk, 26 June 2007
Project managers need to be more competent
Scottish construction industry needs to improve the project management skills of its managers according to The Scottish Building Federation, the Civil Engineering Contractor Association and Monitor.
News from Buildingtalk, 18 June 2007
Charities score with Laidlaw Scott football
Building and Maintenance contractor Laidlaw Scott, a member company of the Scottish Building Federation, held its annual charity football tournament recently in Glasgow.
News from Buildingtalk, 1 June 2007
IiP Award by Scottish Building Federation
Liam McKeating has been awarded a prestigious Investors in People Award in recognition of its commitment to its staff and facilitating continuous improvement.
News from Buildingtalk, 25 May 2007
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