News & Blogs
This is where we share the stories behind the work.
Our news and blogs bring you closer to the people, projects and partnerships that power Band of Builders. From project updates and fundraising campaigns to industry collaborations, wellbeing initiatives and volunteer stories, this is where you can see the difference being made across the UK construction community.
You will find real experiences, lessons learned, and the voices of construction workers, families, volunteers and supporters who are part of our journey. Every update reflects our mission to support construction workers and their families through practical help, financial support and wellbeing services.
Check back regularly to see how, together, we are turning challenges into positive change.
News
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TEXTS TO CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY MENTAL HEALTH HELPLINE DOUBLE FOLLOWING PARTNERSHIP LAUNCH
19 December 2023VIEW DETAILSBand of Builders (BoB) has seen a 105.5% increase in messages to text helpline after the launch of an initiative…
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BOB FIXES STROKE VICTIM’S CENTRAL HEATING BOILER AHEAD OF WINTER FREEZE
18 December 2023VIEW DETAILSBand of Builders (BoB) has come to the rescue of a Gloucestershire man – who has a brain injury after…
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BOB COMPLETES SECOND NORTHERN IRELAND PROJECT FOR GIRL WITH SEVERE LEARNING DIFFICULTIES
6 December 2023VIEW DETAILSA 12-year-old girl who was left with severe learning difficulties will be able to play safely in her back garden…
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BOB’S MASQUERADE CHARITY BALL SETS FUNDRAISING RECORD
10 October 2023VIEW DETAILSBand of Builders hosted its most successful annual charity fundraising ball and auction ever – raising £40,000 for our charity….
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BOB WINS BIG AT CHARITY AWARDS
27 September 2023VIEW DETAILSBand of Builders walked away from this year’s prestigious Third Sector Awards with four trophies – sparking wild celebrations for…
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TEN-YEAR-OLD QUAD AMPUTEE LUKE THANKS BOB FOR HOME ADAPTATION PROJECT
5 September 2023VIEW DETAILSA ten-year-old quad amputee has given a heartfelt thank you to a team of volunteer tradespeople from Band of Builders…
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SHOW GARDEN EXPLORING MENTAL HEALTH IN CONSTRUCTION SCOOPS PRESTIGIOUS RHS AWARDS
21 July 2023VIEW DETAILSMental health in construction was the key theme behind a show garden that scooped two prestigious awards at the RHS…
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BAND OF BUILDERS COMPLETES PROJECT SO THAT LUKE CAN GO HOME – THREE YEARS AFTER SUFFERING CATASTROPHIC BRAIN ANEURYSM
3 July 2023VIEW DETAILSBand of Builders has completed an extension to the home of a Suffolk family so that they can get their…
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BAND OF BUILDERS ON THE BBC’S ONE SHOW
23 May 2023VIEW DETAILSA Big Brew event at Jewson in Woking was the focal point for a film by DIY SOS presenter Nick…
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BOB STEPS IN TO HELP SO THAT LUKE CAN FINALLY GO HOME – THREE YEARS AFTER SUFFERING CATASTROPHIC BRAIN ANEURYSM
8 March 2023VIEW DETAILSBand of Builders has answered the call from a suffolk family who are desperate to get their 20-year-old son home…
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BOB COMPLETES PROJECT FOR PARALYSED BUILDER IN HEREFORDSHIRE
31 January 2023VIEW DETAILSBand of Builders volunteers have completed a project at the home of a Herefordshire builder – who was left paralysed…
OUR BLOGS
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BOB ATTENDS FIRST PARLIAMENTARY MEETING FOR TRADESPEOPLE
13 July 2026VIEW DETAILSPicture L-R; Gavin Crane and Amanda Martin MP Our CEO, Gavin Crane, explains why attending the inaugural parliamentary meeting…
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Working In Hot Weather: Staying Safe On Site During The Summer Heatwave
2 July 2026VIEW DETAILSWorking outdoors during a heatwave can be far more challenging than it first appears. As temperatures continue to climb across…
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Building Change Together Throughout Volunteers Week
1 June 2026VIEW DETAILSVolunteers Week (1st–7th June) is a chance to recognise the people who give their time, skills and energy to support…
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Taking Steps That Make A Real Difference This National Walking Month
27 May 2026VIEW DETAILSNational Walking Month is a great reminder of the power of simple movement, time outdoors and setting personal challenges. Throughout…
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Mental Health In Construction: Supporting Each Other During Mental Health Awareness Week
11 May 2026VIEW DETAILSMental Health Awareness Week (11th–17th May) is an important moment to reflect on mental health in construction and the pressures…
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STRESS AWARENESS MONTH: SUPPORTING CONSTRUCTION WORKERS WHEN PRESSURE BUILDS
10 April 2026VIEW DETAILSStress Awareness Month is an important moment to pause, reflect and recognise how pressure can affect our day-to-day lives. Throughout…
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DEBT AWARENESS WEEK: PROVIDING SUPPORT WITH DEBT WHEN IT MATTERS MOST
18 March 2026VIEW DETAILSDebt Awareness Week shines a light on the realities many people face and the importance of accessible support with debt….
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EMERGENCY FINANCIAL SUPPORT THAT MAKES A REAL DIFFERENCE
10 February 2026VIEW DETAILSWhen a crisis hits, emergency financial support can be the difference between stability and spiralling hardship. At Band of Builders,…
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THE CRISIS AND RESILIENCE FUND: SUPPORTING CONSTRUCTION WORKERS WHEN IT MATTERS MOST
21 January 2026VIEW DETAILSJanuary can be an incredibly heavy month. For many construction workers, the new year doesn’t arrive with a fresh start,…
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BOB WELCOMES NEW WORKPLACE SUICIDE PREVENTION STANDARD
1 December 2025VIEW DETAILSBand of Builders (BoB) has welcomed the publication of BS 30480, the UK’s first British Standard dedicated to addressing the…
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TEEN WITH RARE INCURABLE DISEASE THANKS BOB VOLUNTEERS FOR GARDEN MAKEOVER
17 October 2025VIEW DETAILSA teenager from Rotherham with an incurable disease has spoken of her joy at setting foot in the garden of…
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GARDEN MAKEOVER WILL BRING FAMILY “MORE MEMORIES”
2 September 2025VIEW DETAILSA young Halesowen family have thanked volunteers from Band of Builders (BoB) who helped transform their back garden into a…
