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Budget 2025: NASC warns of rising costs as new tax increases hit construction firms and housing delivery stalls

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The Autumn Budget has drawn strong criticism from scaffolding, construction and housebuilding leaders, who warn that a combination of higher wage costs, frozen tax...

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Budget 2025: NASC warns of rising costs as new tax increases hit construction firms and housing delivery stalls

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The Autumn Budget has drawn strong criticism from scaffolding, construction and housebuilding leaders, who warn that a combination of higher wage costs, frozen tax...
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UK Construction output edges up just 0.1% in the third quarter

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Construction output in Great Britain rose by only 0.1% in the third quarter of 2025, according to new figures from the Office for National...
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Hong Kong launches construction safety drive after serious incidents

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Hong Kong has begun a city-wide crackdown on unsafe practices in the construction sector after a series of fatal and serious accidents. The Labour Department...
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ScaffPlan launches 3D scaffold design tool within SketchUp

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ScaffPlan has unveiled a new tool that lets scaffolders design and plan scaffolding projects directly in the popular 3D modelling platform SketchUp. The software, called...
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Benetics introduces AI voice tool to cut site paperwork

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A German construction technology firm has launched an AI-powered voice assistant designed to help site teams cut paperwork and speed up reporting. Benetics, based in...
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Scaffolders at Sullom Voe Terminal walk out over pay dispute

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Around 60 scaffolders, painters, insulators, and supervisors at the Sullom Voe Terminal in the Shetland Islands have staged a 24-hour walkout in an escalating...

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Hong Kong contractors ‘hid unsafe scaffolding netting’ as tower fire toll rises to 151

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Investigators in Hong Kong say contractors used unsafe scaffolding netting at the housing estate destroyed by last week’s deadly fire, and then tried to cover it up during inspections. The death toll at Wang Fuk Court has now reached 151, with more than 40 people...
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Costs climb again on Manchester Town Hall project as delays worsen

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The cost of restoring Manchester Town Hall has risen by a further £95m, with completion now pushed back to spring 2027. The Grade I-listed project was originally due to finish in summer 2024. Manchester City Council confirmed that the overall budget has increased to £524.8m....

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AT-PAC names new UK MD as ScaffEx25 showcases national ambitions

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After unveiling a wave of new systems at Bauma 2025, AT-PAC used ScaffEx25 in Manchester to shift focus closer to home, demonstrating its UK...
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Building Britain’s Scaffolding Future

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Sean Pike on transforming an industry one system project at a time Standing amid the impressive Layher UK display at ScaffEx25, Managing Director Sean Pike...
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How RNDV Won ScaffChamp 2025 – And What It Means for the Industry

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After a standout performance in Vilnius, RNDV speaks with ScaffMag about teamwork, pressure, and what it truly takes to become ScaffChamp champions. RNDV didn’t just...
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Scaffplan recruits former Footprint MD to lead global sales

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Scaffplan has appointed former Footprint WFM Managing Director Ciaran Boyd as its Sales Director, strengthening its leadership team as the company prepares for global...
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Equinor awards £1.25bn scaffolding and maintenance contracts for onshore plants

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Equinor has signed new long-term framework agreements for insulation, scaffolding, and surface treatment (ISS) services across its six onshore plants in Norway. The contracts, worth...
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ULMA Construction eyes UK expansion with Des Moore leading setup

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European scaffolding and formwork giant ULMA Construction is preparing to enter the UK market, with industry leader Des Moore steering the launch phase. The Spanish-based...
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Connolly Scaffolding unveils major new Salford base as part of multi-million-pound expansion

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Connolly Scaffolding has completed a major expansion with the opening of a new 26,000 sq ft warehouse and yard in Salford – a move...

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PERI UP system supports cladding remediation at Hilton Hotel

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The Hilton Hotel in Kingston upon Thames is undergoing major cladding remediation works to meet updated fire safety standards, with a blended scaffolding solution...
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AT-PAC Strengthens U.S. Team with Key Appointment

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Scaffolding systems provider AT-PAC has appointed seasoned industry figure Mike Bredl as its new Vice President of Sales & Technical for the United States. Bredl,...

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Benetics introduces AI voice tool to cut site paperwork

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A German construction technology firm has launched an AI-powered voice assistant designed to help site teams cut paperwork and...

Scaffolders at Sullom Voe Terminal walk out over pay dispute

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Around 60 scaffolders, painters, insulators, and supervisors at the Sullom Voe Terminal in the Shetland Islands have staged a...

Hong Kong contractors ‘hid unsafe scaffolding netting’ as tower fire toll rises to 151

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Investigators in Hong Kong say contractors used unsafe scaffolding netting at the housing estate destroyed by last week’s deadly...

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