Top section of scaffolding to be removed on Big Ben
The newly restored roof and spire on London’s iconic Elizabeth Tower will be revealed to the world after two years undercover. Over the course of...
Could more apprentices be the answer to the skills shortage?
The construction industry is experiencing a skills shortage and unsurprisingly industry leaders are concerned. The problem isn’t new but it has been exacerbated in...
Residents ‘disgusted’ after NHS medical records used as kentledge on scaffolding
SEVEN tonnes of partly recycled medical records have been used as kentledge to help weigh down a scaffold in Milton Keynes. Locals have been left...
CISRS cards set to get a 21st Century revamp
CISRS cards are being brought into the 21st Century thanks to a new partnership between CISRS and NOCN Job Cards. CISRS has today announced that...
Worlds biggest crane starts work at Hinkley Point
'Big Carl' The world biggest crane has been shipped over from Belgium to help build the new power station. Construction work at Hinkley Point in...
Scaffolder Left Paralysed After Freak Accident
A scaffolder from Lancashire has been left paralysed from the chest down after a terrible motocross accident. Josh...
GKR Builds Highest Scaffold in Europe
GKR Scaffolding has successfully completed the build of what is currently the highest scaffolding in Europe on the construction of the UK’s...
Drax strikes called off as agreement reached
Scaffolders on Drax power station have cancelled their strike action that was due to start this week. The 29...
Surgeons Save Chippy’s Hand In 17 Hours Of Surgery
Plastic surgeons from St George's Hospital in Tooting have managed to save a carpenter’s hand following 17 hours of surgery after...
Scaffolder Seriously Injured After Fall In London
A scaffolder is in a serious but stable condition in hospital after a fall from height in London's West End. ...