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Day of action in Manchester city centre

A team of inspectors from Britain’s workplace regulator are heading to Manchester city centre as part of its priority to tackle ill-health on construction sites. The 12 inspectors from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) will head to the city next Tuesday (21 October). They will turn up without warning at various businesses and sites […]

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CITB launches free inclusive recruitment training for SMEs

The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has launched new, free digital training modules that are designed to make recruitment more inclusive, accessible, and effective. CITB established the Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity (EDI) Commission to help drive lasting change across the construction industry by improving fairness and ensuring people from all backgrounds can thrive. Running until […]

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Autumn Savers

Wickes offers a wide range of products for home improvers, both DIY enthusiasts and trade professionals. Save on your next project with their latest Autumn Savers, available both online or in store. Offers end 29 October 2025. What’s more, sign up to Wickes TradePro membership and save an extra 10% on sale prices, with no minimum spend. […]

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