National Federation of Builders

The NFB Employment Advice Line is one of the most valued services we provide to members. Led by Vaughan Hart, Director of Employment Affairs, it gives contractors access to practical, commercially focused employment support. Find our more here ⬇️ builders.org.uk/join/

We have launched the latest version of our membership guide for members and businesses who want to join the foremost professional association of builders, contractors and house builders. Request a quote and download your copy here ⬇️ builders.org.uk/join

The National Federation of Builders has been celebrating London Craft Week with the UK Parliament Restoration and Renewal Team. Watch NFB Deputy CEO, James Butcher's update and learn more about our heritage and traditional building work here ⬇️ builders.org.uk/membership/her…

The CITB have announced major changes to training funding for the construction sector. In this online session, we will explain the current landscape, and focus on hearing from businesses about what should happen next. Register here ⬇️ builders.org.uk/events/citb-fu…

In December 2025, the Employment Rights Act became law bringing sweeping reforms. Join our explainer session with NFB Director of Employment Affairs, Vaughan Hart for an overview of the changes and implementation timeline. Register here ⬇️ builders.org.uk/events/prepari…

We have delivered our first training session on devolution across the UK. This training helps senior industry leaders better understand how the changing governance landscape is reshaping the construction sector. Read more ⬇️ builders.org.uk/understanding-…

NFB gathered leading Welsh members for a must-attend forum on building safety regulation, employment reforms, CITB funding and policy changes. Hosted by Knox & Wells Ltd in Cardiff, the afternoon brought together senior decision makers. More here ⬇️ builders.org.uk/nfb-wales-nati…

Join our Building Safety webinar to get up to speed on duty-holder roles, compliance and competence under the new regime. Practical insights every builder and contractor needs to manage risk. Register now⬇️ builders.org.uk/events/buildin…

Proud to be recognised as an Approved Heritage Contractor by @nfbuilders! This January, we’re sharing recent and past projects, starting with Lexden Gardens (former Essex County Hospital), where external restoration is complete and internal refurbishment is underway 👷

NFB Heritage Group has met Nigel Huddleston MP, Shadow Secretary of State for Culture in Parliament to discuss the most pressing challenges facing the heritage and traditional building sector. Learn more ⬇️ builders.org.uk/nfb-heritage-g…

Happy New Year! 🎉 Tomorrow, the National Federation of Builders will reopen after the Christmas break and we are ready to support members with services, quality standards and relentless advocacy. Want to get involved? Learn more here ⬇️ builders.org.uk/join/

Merry Christmas from the National Federation of Builders! 🎄

As the festive season approaches, the National Federation of Builders would like to extend our warmest wishes to all our members, partners, and stakeholders. Our office will be closed from 24 December and reopen on 2 January. More information here ⬇️ builders.org.uk/christmas/

We're hosting our North East Regional Conference on 22nd January in Gateshead. Whether you're a builder, contractor, housebuilder or work in the supply chain, join us for a sector update. More information and register here ⬇️ builders.org.uk/events/north-e…

Want to see excellence in construction? 🏗 See what our winners have to say here and take a look at our Awards gallery ⬇️ builders.org.uk/awards-confere…

🎉 Proud to be part of an evening recognising excellence and responsibility in British business. The National Federation of Builders' Construction Awards of Excellence showcased companies and individuals who lead the sector. Congratulations to all this year’s winners! 🙌

Winners of the Construction Awards of Excellence have been announced! 🏆 Thank you to everyone who joined us in style at the Burlington Hotel in Birmingham for the Construction Awards of Excellence 2025. Find out more here ⬇️ builders.org.uk/showcasing-exc…

Do you know about the Landfill Tax? If implemented from 2030 could add between £5,000 to £50,000 to the cost of building a new home (a 3,015% cost increase). Rico Wojtulewicz, NFB Head of Policy and Market Insight explains ⬇️ youtu.be/yo6HrnzrVXU?si…

Members of our team have visited Lindum Group. Rob and Herman gave a tour of their business park, including a joinery department delivering standout restoration. We then visited their latest development in Lincoln, where Phil shared insight on the challenges facing builders.

NFB Head of Membership, Sean Houlston has been in the South West with members to discuss some of the key issues they're addressing. Watch our update to find out more! Want to be part of the conversation? Join us today ⬇️ builders.org.uk/join