United Kingdom
U.K. government announces plans to ban retentions in construction contracts
By Emma Peterson. How the end of retention clauses protects cashflow and small businesses. Recently, U.K. government officials made a landmark decision to ban retention clauses in construction contracts. This is a change that National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC) has been advocating and campaigning for years. To learn more ...
Chris Bott takes LRWA into a new chapter
The Liquid Roofing and Waterproofing Association (LRWA) has appointed Chris Bott, director of Everlast Group, as chair of the association following its Annual General Meeting on 3 June 2026. A long-standing advocate for quality, training and professional standards, Chris brings more than 25 years of construction industry experience to the role. ...
RoofersCoffeeShop® joins National Slate Association and Slate Roofing Contractors Association on educational UK slate tour
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Experiencing the craftsmanship, durability and history of slate roofing firsthand across the United Kingdom. To truly understand the beauty, durability and craftsmanship of roofing and especially slate roofing, you have to experience it firsthand. For me, that is exactly what happened when RoofersCoffeeShop® joined the National Slate ...
Colin McCorquodale leads with purpose, raising awareness and funds for Cystic Fibrosis Trust
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. NFRC president turns personal passion into powerful industry giving during his tenure. Leadership in roofing is often defined by technical expertise, advocacy and service to the industry. But for Colin McCorquodale, current president of National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC), leadership is also deeply personal. During his ...
UK Articles
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UK on fast track with rooftop solar panels
TapcoSlate® and DaVinci Select Shake Tiles compatible with solar panel installations. The UK’s rush to capture as much solar energy power as possible is working. Recent reports show that in March of 2026, 27,607 new solar installations were completed in the UK - the highest monthly deployment since 2012.* Of those, ...
2026 UK Roofing Awards celebrate excellence across the roofing industry
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. RoofersCoffeeShop.uk joined roofing professionals from across the U.K. to celebrate award-winning craftsmanship, innovation and community. The U.K. roofing industry came together in spectacular fashion at the 2026 U.K. Roofing Awards, recognizing the projects, companies and individuals who continue to raise the bar for excellence across roofing and cladding. ...
Roofing Road Trips® has made it across the pond!
By Emma Peterson. James Talman on NFRC’s history, growth and mission to support UK tradespeople. In a recent episode of the Roofing Road Trips® podcast, Heidi J. Ellsworth sat down for a discussion with James Talman, CEO of the National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC) and the first RoofersCoffeeShop.uk ...
The power of a global community
By Emma Peterson. Dirk Bollwerk talks about connecting roofers around the world and advancing the global industry. In a new episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Heidi J. Ellsworth is joined by Dirk Bollwerk to learn about the International Federation of the Roofing Trade (IFD) and the vital work it ...
NFRC backs Milburn report: AI-proof roofing industry should be key pathway for young people
With materials and labour costs rising sharply, increased funding for technical and vocational training has never been more important. NFRC (National Federation of Roofing Contractors) welcomes the publication of Alan Milburn's Young People and Work report. Its findings are concerning and highlight issues NFRC Members have long been observing. NFRC has ...
