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Before your big home reno project starts, it pays to consider all the things you need to do to prepare for the work. Take a look at our handy checklist today.

On the 16 December, we hosted the FMB's Winter Parliamentary Reception for 2024 at the House of Lords, inviting our members, construction stakeholders and politicians to gather for an evening of discussion on the issues that matter to SMEs in the building industry.

Communicating the vision for your dream home renovation can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to. Find out how to get the best out of your builder.

Deciding between a larger home space or keeping the size of your garden can be a hard choice. Well, we have some solutions to getting the best of both worlds.

A report from the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) commissioned by the FMB, looking into the opportunities for small house builders.  

Our annual survey reveals the major barriers to housing delivery in 2024, including the planning system, buyer demand, and access to finance.

Small house builders, who account for just ten per cent of all new homes built across the country, won’t be able to increase their market share unless a series of barriers are removed, says a new report

Judges, Passivhaus and licensing.

What’s on a Scottish Builder’s Christmas wish list?

The Government's long-awaited announcement on planning reform is a welcome boost to build more homes but the failure to increase the percentage of small site allocations from the existing 10% is a big disappointment for micro housebuilders, says the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) in response to the announced changes to the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF).

Are you ready for a 2025 with fresh insights, big thinking and a load of practical ideas for upskilling?

Reviewing the role of CITB NI, water infrastructure connection issues, along with presenting to the Economy Committee and heads of civil service departments, have been part of a busy period for FMB NI.

The ‘Coping During the Holiday Season’ campaign is launched to offer practical support for those struggling in the weeks ahead.

The Prime Minister’s speech re-committing the Government to their target to build 1.5 million new homes over the next five years, and the significant promises made on planning reform, is welcome news, says the Federation of Master Builders (FMB).

Looking for some trends for your home renovations plans for 2025? Check out our list for some of the most innovative trends for the upcoming year.

Before your big home reno project starts, it pays to consider all the things you need to do to prepare for the work. Take a look at our handy checklist today.

On the 16 December, we hosted the FMB's Winter Parliamentary Reception for 2024 at the House of Lords, inviting our members, construction stakeholders and politicians to gather for an evening of discussion on the issues that matter to SMEs in the building industry.

Communicating the vision for your dream home renovation can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to. Find out how to get the best out of your builder.

Deciding between a larger home space or keeping the size of your garden can be a hard choice. Well, we have some solutions to getting the best of both worlds.

A report from the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) commissioned by the FMB, looking into the opportunities for small house builders.  

Our annual survey reveals the major barriers to housing delivery in 2024, including the planning system, buyer demand, and access to finance.

Small house builders, who account for just ten per cent of all new homes built across the country, won’t be able to increase their market share unless a series of barriers are removed, says a new report

Judges, Passivhaus and licensing.

What’s on a Scottish Builder’s Christmas wish list?

The Government's long-awaited announcement on planning reform is a welcome boost to build more homes but the failure to increase the percentage of small site allocations from the existing 10% is a big disappointment for micro housebuilders, says the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) in response to the announced changes to the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF).

Are you ready for a 2025 with fresh insights, big thinking and a load of practical ideas for upskilling?

Reviewing the role of CITB NI, water infrastructure connection issues, along with presenting to the Economy Committee and heads of civil service departments, have been part of a busy period for FMB NI.

The ‘Coping During the Holiday Season’ campaign is launched to offer practical support for those struggling in the weeks ahead.

The Prime Minister’s speech re-committing the Government to their target to build 1.5 million new homes over the next five years, and the significant promises made on planning reform, is welcome news, says the Federation of Master Builders (FMB).

Looking for some trends for your home renovations plans for 2025? Check out our list for some of the most innovative trends for the upcoming year.