14th September 2020

The Green Homes Grant and what it means for Tradespeople

The Government has launched a brand new ‘Green Homes Grant’ scheme and is now urging tr

1st December 2014

The Idiots on Ladders contest is having its best year to date.

Having entered its third year, the contest is far from short of idiots. Raising the importance of la

19th June 2017

The Importance of Visual Merchandising for Independent Retailers

Like many retail businesses, you might be concerned with your ‘sales per square footage’

26th September 2014

The Mobile Wallet – Mobile payments on the rise

The release of the new iPhone 6 comes with new feature, Apple Pay, mirroring Google Wallets contact-

18th January 2023

The most common DIY tasks avoided by Brits

; ; According to recent research, many Brits aren’t confident doing DIY jobs themsel

2nd May 2019

The most safety conscious tradespeople in Europe

Results of a recent health & safety survey carried out for Bosch suggest that tradespeople from

29th November 2017

The Most Sustainable Office in the World - Bloomberg's London HQ

In an age where sustainability is all important, a claim to be the most sustainable office in the w

12th January 2017

The National Living Wage and Minimum Wage explained

The announcement of the new London Living Wage came at the end of 2016. This is great for workers; b

12th January 2021

The power of social for tradespeople

The rise of social media has provided businesses of all kinds with an additional platform to promot

6th October 2020

The Rainy Day Trust are here to support workers…

As we are heading for another twist in the COVID-19 pandemic which potentially leaves us facing furt

18th May 2016

The Rainy Day Trust targets regions in poverty awareness drive

The Rainy Day Trust (RDT) is launching a campaign to raise awareness about potential poverty among

4th September 2022

THE STAX BIG BRANDS SHOW IS BACK AND BIGGER THAN EVER FOR 2022!

The Big Brands Trade Show is officially back, and bigger than ever following two years of pandemic c

7th January 2020

Time savers for the self-employed

If you’re self-employed, you’ll know all about how time just seems to slip away from yo

12th April 2013

Time to Spring into Summer

The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) is delighted to announce the launch of a brand new PR cam

27th August 2019

Tips for self-employed gardeners this winter

For self-employed gardeners, the summer months can be quite enjoyable and lucrative. However, it&rs

29th September 2023

Tips to get the home and garden ready for winter

Winter is a busy time for certain trades, as cold and wet British weather reaps havoc with housing.

27th February 2019

To lease or not to lease?

Trends are showing that more tradespeople are opting out of buying their vehicles outright through

27th July 2015

Tokyo construction to begin on new National Stadium

Construction on the new National Stadium in Tokyo will begin early next year. The stadium is being b

18th January 2023

Tool theft surges during winter, study finds

; Tool theft;is an issue that continues to affect many tradespeople in the UK. In fact, d

2nd April 2015

Tools Shop Group signs up as Rainy Day Trust partner

Tools Shop Group, the London tools and hardware retail chain, is among the latest companies to decla

25th April 2023

Top 5 home colour trends for 2023

It's the time of year when everyone is thinking about new beginnings, so for those longing to refres

16th January 2023

Top 5 inspirational kitchen trends for 2023

Kitchens are truly the heart of the home, providing a functional and stylish social space that fuels

4th May 2016

Top Apprentice Jokes

For as long as there are trade professionals, there will be apprentices who get sent into stores lik

31st August 2023

Top Christmas decoration trends for 2023

Whilst many people are enjoying the last glimmers of summer, retailers are busy preparing for Christ