Construction Sector – A Time for Increased Financial Vigilance The recent news that Helix Construction has gone into administration has once again highlighted the need for fencing contractors working across the construction sector to remain vigilant about the financial position of the contractors they are subcontracting to, and particularly the payment terms being achieved – […]
Five Weeks to Go – Join Us at Kirkley Hall! There are now just over five weeks to go until the AFI & AFA Autumn Best Practice Day arrives at Northumberland College – Kirkley Hall Campus on Thursday 15th October. If you’ve been thinking about coming along, now’s the time to get your ticket booked! The Best Practice […]
Five Weeks to Go – Have You Booked for Kirkley Hall? The countdown is well and truly on. There’s now just over five weeks to go until the AFI & AFA Autumn Best Practice Day arrives at Northumberland College – Kirkley Hall Campus on Thursday 15th October. If you’ve been meaning to book but haven’t quite got around to it, […]
AFI Annual General Meeting 2026 – Join Us In Person or Online The AFI Annual General Meeting will take place on Thursday 3 September at 2.00pm, hosted by IAE, Mossfield Road, Adderley Green, Stoke-on-Trent. The AGM is an opportunity for members to hear about the work of the Association over the past year, receive updates on key areas of […]
AFI Helps Secure Rethink on Apprenticeship Assessment Companies interested in getting involved with the Fencing Apprenticeship Trailblazer Committee and helping represent the industry’s views are encouraged to contact the AFI office – info@theafi.co.uk We can put interested members in touch with the appropriate contact at Department of Work & Pensions/ Skills England. AFI has welcomed an important […]
AFI & AFA Best Practice Day Don’t Miss Out – Book Your Place Today With the AFI & AFA Best Practice Day just around the corner, now is the time to secure your place. Taking place on 15 October at Kirkley Hall, this practical, hands-on event is designed for fencing contractors and installers looking to develop their skills, […]
Build UK Benchmarks Industry on Retentions for First Time As part of the drive to improve payment culture across the construction sector, Build UK has published updated payment results for the largest companies in the industry which for the first time includes data on retentions. In line with new reporting requirements introduced by the Government […]
Tornado Wire Fencing Competition 2026 Showcases Industry Excellence at NSA Sheep Event The Tornado Wire Fencing Competition 2026 once again demonstrated why it remains one of the fencing industry’s most respected events, attracting elite fencing contractors from across the UK and overseas to compete in a test of skill, precision and craftsmanship. Held at the […]
Celebrating Skill at the Tornado Wire Fencing Competition The AFI was delighted to once again support the Tornado Wire Fencing Competition at the NSA Sheep Event, held on 28 July, where we had the pleasure of judging the competition and meeting visitors from across the agricultural fencing industry at our AFI stand. The standard of fencing on display was […]
There’s Still Time to Put Your Business in the Spotlight The countdown is on for the AFI UK Fencing Industry Awards, and there’s still time to submit your entries. The awards recognise excellence from across the fencing industry, celebrating outstanding businesses, projects and individuals who continue to raise standards and inspire others. With categories covering […]