CISRS postpones October webinar as CSCS licence talks continue

UK Daniel Norton -
The 8 October session has been put back until late October or early November, with a revised FAQ due later this week.

Band of Builders launches kit bursary for young construction workers

Training & Skills Daniel Norton -
Band of Builders has launched a year-round bursary to help young construction entrants and apprentices with tools, PPE, workwear and essential equipment.

UK construction downturn eases as new work falls faster

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The UK construction PMI rose to 46.1 in September, but new work fell faster and subcontractor usage returned to decline.

SAA backs scaffold safety education after Queensland coroner’s findings

Australia & New Zealand Daniel Norton -
SAA supports education following any changes to Queensland’s scaffolding code and calls for stability assessments to account for wind exposure and public safety.
UK

Lee Marley turnover hits £95.4m as profit falls

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The masonry and scaffolding contractor invested £2.99m in scaffold and other fixed assets and entered 2026 with £131m of secured work.
UK

Tyne Bridge to close for overhead scaffold deck installation

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Advanced scaffolders will work around the clock during an October half-term closure to install a protection deck ahead of main arch restoration in early 2027.

Worker dies in fall as campaigners count 21 Hong Kong construction deaths this year

ECITB launches PPE fit training for workers and employers

UK proposes duties of up to 82.89% on Chinese boom lifts

Monthly Scaff Walk launched to support mental health conversations