Industry News
Roofing industry news and insights
Independent news, regulation updates and product launches for UK roofing professionals.
New BS 8217 Standards for Built-Up Roofing Take Effect
Updated thermal performance standards will affect material choices across the UK roofing sector.
London Mandates Green Roofs on New Commercial Builds Over 1000m
New planning policy requires green or blue-green roofs on all major commercial developments in Greater London.
Government Launches National RAAC Survey Programme for Pre-1990 Schools
DfE confirms funding for structural surveys of all schools built with reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete before 1990.
EPDM vs GRP in 2026: Which Flat Roof System Wins?
We compare the two most popular flat roofing systems on cost, longevity, installation time and warranty.
UK Roofing Labour Shortage Hits Five-Year Peak
Industry bodies call for apprenticeship reform as skilled roofers retire faster than replacements enter the trade.
Blue Roof Installations Triple as SuDS Requirements Tighten
Planning authorities across England are increasingly mandating sustainable drainage systems on new commercial developments.