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National Scaffolding Week returns in October

National Scaffolding Week will return from 5 to 9 October, with businesses across the industry being encouraged to showcase their people, projects and career opportunities.

BGB wins Baltica 2 offshore scaffolding framework

BGB Group has secured a framework agreement to provide offshore scaffolding and construction support across four offshore substations on Poland's 1.5GW Baltica 2 wind farm.

Rope-access technician dies after fall at Rome’s Colosseum

A 22-year-old specialist rope-access technician has died after falling while working on a new lighting system inside Rome's Colosseum.

Dudley Council tenders £1.6m scaffolding and access contract

Dudley Council has opened a £1.6m tender for scaffolding and mobile access towers to support repair and maintenance work across its housing stock.

Scaffolding Association challenges CISRS exit and calls for independent oversight

The Scaffolding Association has challenged the case for CISRS leaving CSCS and called for independent oversight of the scheme during the notice period.

Housebuilder fined £300k after scaffolding labourer suffers serious fall

A West Yorkshire housebuilder has been fined £300,000 after a scaffolding labourer suffered serious spinal injuries in a fall through an unprotected stairwell opening.

NASC and Women in Scaffolding Association sign partnership agreement

NASC and the Women in Scaffolding Association have signed a new agreement aimed at improving recruitment, career progression and long-term participation of women across the scaffolding industry.

AT-PAC details Raised Ledger System after Product of the Year win

AT-PAC has released further details of its Raised Ledger System after the product was named Product of the Year at the 2026 Scaffolding Excellence Awards.

Construction tops insolvency table with 3,866 failures

Construction recorded 3,866 company insolvencies in England and Wales in the year to August, the highest total of any industry, despite a 2% annual fall.

SAIA Education Foundation to launch scholarship programme

The SAIA Education Foundation will open scholarship applications in January 2027, offering financial support for education, training and professional development across the US scaffold and access industry.

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