Industry Update*
CPA Weekly Notes 11th March 2016
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Construction Output Falls in January but New Orders Point to Growth in 2016
ONS figures published today show that construction output in January fell by 0.2% and by 0.8% compared with one year earlier
Warning ahead of April’s National Living Wage as 92 companies named and shamed for underpaying staff
The latest public list of underpayers includes joinery businesses as well as hairdressing, social care, hospitality and security services.
Law on tax-allowable expenses changes from 6 April 2016
From 6 April 2016 the law changes and tax-allowable expenses will no longer be taxable at all. But is it all that simple?
HSE review of the Control of Asbestos Regulations
HSE are seeking the views of tradespeople who, during the course of their work may encounter asbestos-containing materials.
CPA Weekly Notes 4th March 2016
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New inquiry a chance to tell government what you think about Apprenticeships
BWF tells Chancellor to tackle skills gap and address bad payment practices
BWF has outlined proposals to boost the fortunes of joinery manufacturers through ensuring that growth is shared equally and in a timely fashion throughout the supply chain.
CPA Weekly Notes 26th February 2016
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Labour availability and costs a major constraint for UK joinery manufacturers but sales expectations remain encouraging
Leitz Tooling Window Seminar: Wednesday 20th April
Along with its group of window manufacturing supply and technical partners, Leitz will demonstrate its simple, efficient and effective energy rated tooling solution for timber window production.
CPA Weekly Notes 19th February 2016
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Manufacturer gets huge fine after accident causes worker to have two digits amputated
Northampton Magistrates' Court heard that the cutting block provided was not suitable for use in manual mode.
CPA Weekly Notes 12th February 2016
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Businesses that trade online required to link to Online Dispute Resolution website
From Monday 15 February, all businesses which trade online will need to provide a link to the Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) website.
