AND FINALLY
Builder with multiple sclerosis helped by Band of Builders
Band of Builders has helped Chris Chappell, a former builder, who has been left using walking aids and a mobility scooter after a multiple sclerosis
diagnosis.The condition left Chappell unable to carry out routine tasks until the band of builders stepped in to install a new accessible kitchen. Chappell said: “I was struggling with the old kitchen so I am just looking forward to being able to
HighDrive by Height for Hire survey reveals perceptions of tradespeople
get in there and cook a meal, it will be a roast with all the trimmings because we have missed having one. It has been getting harder and harder and I have not wanted to do one because it was such a struggle. Now this will make it so much easier.”
The group of eight volunteers transformed the kitchen at the home in Torpoint, Plymouth, installing a bespoke kitchen
donated by AWK Medi-Care Limited with features
including a rise-and- fall worktop housing
a hob and sink as well as pull down baskets and a pull-out larder. Band of Builders operations director Tony Steel said: “It is been a privilege to have helped Chris and his family and know that we have done something to futureproof his
Bradfords supports Somerset County Cricket Club
Bradfords is supporting the Somerset County Cricket Foundation, the festival was the culmination of 18 regional qualifiers, in which 116 teams competed.
HighDrive by Height for Hire has revealed the consumer confidence in the building industry, in a survey of over 3,000 UK adults. The findings reveal that almost half of respondents, 48%, said they viewed the typical tradesperson as hard-working, while 21% considered them to be professional and 20% said they viewed them as reliable. Mark Taylor, UK general manager of HighDrive by Height for Hire said: “Many tradespeople run small businesses and have to wear a number of different hats to do it. When you see the owner of a small roofing business, for example, it’s important to remember that this person may also be performing roles such as marketing, finance and business admin.
“Tradespeople do some of the longest hours of any sector in the UK. Being a tradesperson typically involves lots of travel to and from sites, as well as weekends and evenings, so time is money and saving both is essential,” added Taylor.
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CEO at Bradfords, David Young, said: “We put a lot of energy into encouraging the next generation as a business and to have the opportunity to support initiatives like these in the communities we serve is an extension of that.
“Last year there were 300 children taking part in the Community Cup final and, had it not been for the poor weather conditions leading to the cancellation of the under-11s festival, we would have seen even greater numbers competing this year. “Getting involved in grass roots sports offers such a great training ground, not just to foster a love of sport amongst young people, but more intangible skills
Jewson launches “slap it on, pass it on” campaign with Melanoma UK
Jewson has partnered with Melanoma UK for the second year, launching a social media influencer campaign to encourage tradespeople to protect themselves in the sun. Gareth Drew, head of marketing at Jewson, said: “All too often we hear of tradespeople suffering from skin cancer or melanoma, due to prolonged exposure to harmful UV rays.
“Working outside is part and parcel of their job and that element cannot change, but what can, is the way in which the industry views sun protection – which is what makes this campaign so important.”
Melanoma is the fifth most common cancer in the UK, with skin cancer being the UK’s most common and fastest rising cancer – particularly amongst 15-34 year olds. Around 85% of melanomas are caused by too much UV radiation.
“For too long, applying sun cream on the building site has not been taken as seriously as it should be, but when the repercussions are so significant, it is vital we do what we can to change that,” said Drew. “This second year of our partnership with Melanoma UK is making a huge impact thanks to our social media campaign, and we hope it will go a long way in helping
home as he inevitably has to rely on a wheelchair.
Band of Builders was supported by construction sector partners including : Jewson, Richards Builders Merchants and Palio Trade by Karndean.
that prepare them for their life ahead. As a business firmly rooted in the communities of the South West, and with such enduring presence, we understand the responsibility we have to support that.”
the charity in its invaluable research
and quest to protect more people from this awful disease.” Last year, Jewson donated
£10,000 to Melanoma UK which helped the charity to purchase ten dermatoscopes, hand held devices which make it easier to identify skin cancer.
Diane Cannon, corporate partnership director at Melanoma UK, said: “Melanoma is a growing issue amongst outdoor construction workers so our partnership with Jewson is vital in raising awareness of how people in the industry can take better steps to protect themselves.”
www.buildersmerchantsjournal.net September 2023
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