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 […]
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 […]
Delivering Infrastructure Build UK has joined the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE)and other industry organisations in signing a joint letter urging the incoming Prime Minister to ‘stay the course’ with current infrastructure plans, as set out in the 10‐Year Infrastructure Strategy, in order to create jobs, boost regional prosperity and drive economic growth. With Andy Burnham due […]
Want more young people in Fencing? – Open Doors 2027 – hold an event with industry backing and help from Build UK We are delighted to kick off a new chapter for Open Doors, the industry‐wide initiative delivered by Build UK to inspire careers in construction. We are introducing a more flexible format for 2027, which will […]
Impact of Steel Trade Measure The Government’s new steel trade measure came into force yesterday (1 July), reducing steel import quotas by 51%, with imports above these levels now subject to a 50% tariff. Following concerns raised by industry, the reduction is less than the 60% originally proposed, but the cost of delivering projects is still expected […]
AFI Member Samson Fencing Wins NSA Scotsheep 2026 Fencing Competition The Association of Fencing Industries (AFI) is delighted to congratulate AFI member Samson Fencing on securing first place at the NSA Scotsheep 2026 Fencing Competition, held on 10 June at Wedderlie Farm, Berwickshire. The competition once again showcased the very highest standards of skill, craftsmanship and professionalism within […]
Fencer gets £10k fine for power cable hit AFI members are being encouraged to take advantage of the free LineWatch Safe Digging eLearning module — a simple but essential course designed to help fencing contractors work safely around underground utilities and remain compliant with industry safety requirements. The online training module has been developed specifically […]
Common Assessment Standard Update The Common Assessment Standard is reviewed on an annual basis to ensure it remains relevant and up to date, and this process is overseen by the Common Assessment Standard Review Group, which is currently finalising the proposed changes for Version 6 to be published later this year. The Building Safety section has been […]