Useful websites

The Sector Skills Council and Industry Training Board for the construction industry, working to deliver a safe, professional and fully qualified UK construction workforce.

Their mission is to prevent death, injury and ill health in Britain's workplaces. The HSE website has a wealth of information and is there to help you work safely.

CSCS was set up to help the construction industry to improve quality and reduce accidents. CSCS cards are increasingly demanded as proof of occupational competence by contractors, public and private clients and others. They cover hundreds of construction occupations.

Business Link, funded by emda, aim to help firms in the East Midlands to develop a revised strategy for their business in order to cope with profound change.

Source Northampton is the first point of call for companies searching for contract opportunities with Local Government in Northamptonshire. Their website has information on new contract opportunities in Northamptonshire, and a list of recurring contracts which you may be able to bid for in future.

Waste is bad for business, it is something you are paying for twice; to buy it and to dispose of it. Reducing waste saves money and is always the best environmental option. BRE has developed the SMARTWaste suite of tools and consultancy services, designed for the construction and demolition industries.

Defra is the UK government department responsible for policy and regulations on the environment, food and rural affairs.

A government funded organisation, WRAP (Waste & Resource Action Plan) is a one stop shop for resource efficiency. WRAP’s role is to help and support businesses and individuals to reap the benefits of reducing waste and using resources in a more efficient way. Free, confidential advice line: 0800 585794