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NFRC has welcomed Andy Rowlands as its new President, succeeding Colin McCorquodale following the Federation's Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Friday 30 October 2026 in Glasgow.

Roofing contractors working on NHBC-registered homes should prepare for clearer inspection and testing requirements for flat roofs, terraces and balconies, applying to homes where foundations begin on or after 7th February 2027.

Useful information that could help you get your employees set up properly tax-wise from the start – saving any rework down the line.

NFRC invited Head of Technical, Bob Richardson, to explain how entrants can give their project the best chance of standing out. 

NFRC was proud to support the Diversity and Inclusion in Construction Conference (DIIC) 2026, helping to showcase the opportunities available within the roofing industry and the importance of creating a more inclusive workforce.

Recognising outstanding achievements from across the UK roofing sector, the awards are considered the biggest event in the roofing calendar, attracting over 900 guests each year.

This resource is great for businesses who are in the process of recruiting. Find your nearest job fair and reach out to the organiser to secure a spot for your business!

Congratulations to this year's winners! Find out who took the wins at today's Scottish Roofing Awards ceremony.

The Budget offers some small benefits but no real change for roofing and cladding firms. The most useful measure is the promise of stable building regulations.

On 13 October, NFRC launched its third campaign as part of its Health, Safety and Wellbeing Strategy at Pets Corner in Harlow, bringing members together to kick-start Weather the Storm, a campaign that puts wellbeing firmly where it belongs: part and parcel of health and safety.

The NFRC Technical Team regularly produce guidance notes to respond to concerns raised by our members and technical committees.

Homeowners in areas due to be impacted by Storm Austen should be alert to rogue roofers looking to exploit storm damage, NFRC has warned.

NFRC has launched the third campaign as part of its Health, Safety and Wellbeing strategy. Titled “Weather the Storm”, the campaign is dedicated to making wellbeing part and parcel of Health and Safety.

Citizens Advice has revealed that roofing complaints rose by around 10% year on year, from 8,136 to 8,985 between September 2025 and August 2026.

Catching a health problem early can prevent bigger costs later. Here's how the NFRC Bupa Scheme can help employees get support before problems become serious.

My NFRC is a new and improved portal at nfrc.co.uk for the staff of NFRC Members.

Government will now pay non-apprenticeship-levy paying employers* £2,000 for every young person they take on as an apprentice.

The new international platform brings global roofing news, projects, products and industry connections together in one digital destination.

Changes to Electrotechnical Assessment Specification (EAS) requirements could mean that roofing businesses installing solar PV need to upskill their workforce and ensure competence can be directly evidenced by appropriate qualifications.

The Building Safety Levy has now come into operation in England, with the first applications subject to the new charge from 1 October 2026.