Roger has a chat with Russel Pieters from MSA Safety about staying safe on-site and how to choose the correct head protection.
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28th March 2024
Focus on Propping and Needling Systems
Julianna Williams, Managing Director at Site Equipment Ltd, offers advice on the use of propping and…
22nd March 2024
Jewson Live is Back and Going on Tour
Jewson Live, the annual event for the UK’s professional tradespeople is back – and for the first tim…
12th February 2024
National Apprenticeship Week 2024
Saskia Blacklock, 25, is a tool hire assistant at Jewson, the national builders merchant. …
8th November 2023
Climate change crisis – Roger’s Doomsday Rant
It is often considered weak to say that you are unsure or don’t know, but anyone who says they are c…
10th October 2023
The Most Confusing House-Hunting Jargon for Brits – Over Half of Brits Unfamiliar With EPCs
Buying a new home is exciting, but it can also be daunting if you aren’t familiar with the language …
16th September 2023
Smarter Gardens: Building Modern Thinking Into Classic Garden Design
Gardens have always been a cherished part of homes, but beyond their aesthetic and therapeutic appea…
6th September 2023
The Ugly Truth About Reinforced Aerated Autoclaved Concrete (RAAC)
Reinforced Aerated Autoclaved Concrete (RAAC), is in the news right now because days before the kids…
9th August 2023
Classic Attraction – Why Britain’s Millennials Swoon Over Edwardian, Vintage Gothic and Victorian Kitchens
Lured in by the charm of Edwardian serenity, the mystique of vintage gothic, and the grandeur of the…
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Snickers Workwear’s New Hybrid Jacket
The Hybrid provides great freedom of movement and elasticated comfort for all types of work and warm…
26th July 2023
5 Tips For Working With Railway Sleepers
Initially designed to support railway tracks, wooden railway sleepers have become an increasingly po…
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