We welcome the Government’s move to get tougher on late payments – and in particular the proposal to ban retentions. For scaffolding businesses and SMEs across construction, this is long overdue. Too many businesses are still waiting months to be paid, or seeing money tied
The Government has announced an extension and expansion of the Plug-in Truck Grant, aimed at reducing the upfront cost of electric heavy goods vehicles (HGVs). An additional £18 million has been allocated to the scheme, extending it until March 2026 as part of a wider
The Scaffolding Association has welcomed the publication of the Government’s Road Safety Strategy, which places renewed emphasis on work-related road risk and the role of employers, fleets and organisational culture in improving safety outcomes. As a sector that relies heavily on vans, HGVs and specialist
Many of you will have seen towards the end of last year an announcement from CITB outlining changes to its funding and grants system from the beginning of 2026. It’s understandable that some in our sector may initially have been concerned about the potential impact
We are delighted to announce that the Scaffolding Association has been shortlisted for three Trade Association Forum (TAF) Awards – a real honour in a field packed with outstanding organisations and achievements. The TAF Awards are widely regarded as the leading awards for trade associations
As the Scaffolding Association, we welcome the Government’s recent announcements to expand skills and employment support – including new investment in construction training, fully funded apprenticeships for young people in SMEs, and wider access to short training programmes and work-experience pathways for those currently out
Today’s Autumn Budget gives some reassurance that the Government remains committed to investing in infrastructure and public projects. That continued investment is welcome, and it matters for the construction industry and the many specialist trades that support it. However, for scaffolding contractors and other SME
The Scaffolding Association is proud to announce its participation in London Build 2025, taking place on 19–20 November at Olympia London, as the UK’s largest construction show celebrates its 10th anniversary. Now in its milestone year, London Build continues to unite professionals from across the built environment, with more than 38,000
The past few months have marked an important step forward for the Scaffolding Association as we continue to strengthen our position, expand our influence, and ensure that the voice of our sector is heard where it matters most. By becoming a member of Build UK,
We have written to the Chancellor of the Exchequer ahead of the Autumn Budget on 26 November, setting out a series of practical proposals to support growth, fairness, and opportunity across the scaffolding and access industry. Our submission outlines the vital contribution that our members
