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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ON THE TOOLS ANNOUNCES BAND OF BUILDERS AS OFFICIAL CHARITY PARTNER
5 May 2022VIEW DETAILSOn The Tools, the largest online construction community in the UK, has announced Band of Builders as their charity partner…
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VOLUNTEERS STEP IN TO COMPLETE HOME RENOVATION FOR HEREFORD DAD-OF-TWO WITH INCURABLE BRAIN CANCER
22 April 2022VIEW DETAILSA dad-of-two suffering with an incurable form of brain cancer has praised our “inspirational” group of Band of Builders volunteers…
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FREE COUNSELLING SERVICE LAUNCHED FOR TRADESPEOPLE TO TACKLE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS
31 March 2022VIEW DETAILSConstruction workers in crisis are being urged to use a new free Band of Builders (BoB) counselling service that has…
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VOLUNTEERS STEP IN TO HELP ON THE HOME RENOVATION FOR A HEREFORD DAD-OF-TWO WITH INCURABLE BRAIN CANCER
31 March 2022VIEW DETAILSA dad-of-two suffering with an incurable form of brain cancer is set to receive help from Band of Builders (BoB)…
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LANCASHIRE DAD OF TWO FINALLY ABLE TO RETURN HOME AFTER TWO YEARS – THANKS TO BAND OF BUILDERS
9 March 2022VIEW DETAILSThe wife of a father of two – who was left with severe brain damage after suffering heart failure –…
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BAND OF BUILDERS GARDEN MAKEOVER FOR WOMAN WHOSE DOG DETECTED HER CANCER
3 March 2022VIEW DETAILSA South Shields woman who hit the national news headlines after her dog alerted her to ovarian cancer – will…
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RHINO TRADE INSURANCE BECOMES LATSET SIGN-UP FOR THE BOB PATRON PARTNER PROGRAMME
15 February 2022VIEW DETAILSWe would like to welcome Rhino Trade Insurance to our Patron Partner programme – and thank them for the £1,000…
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BAND OF BUILDERS TEAMS UP WITH VANINSURANCE.CO.UK
8 February 2022VIEW DETAILSWe’re proud to announce that we have teamed up with VanInsurance.co.uk to launch a Band of Builders (BoB) policy so…
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BAND OF BUILDERS TO HELP LANCASHIRE DAD-OF-TWO LEFT BRAIN DAMAGED AFTER SUFFERING HEART FAILURE FINALLY RETURN HOME AFTER TWO YEARS
8 February 2022VIEW DETAILSBand of Builders volunteers are set to help a Lancashire dad-of-two who was left with severe brain damage after suffering…
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BAND OF BUILDERS TARGETS A RECORD NUMBER OF CHARITY PROJECTS FOR 2022
20 January 2022VIEW DETAILSBand of Builders (BoB) has unveiled ambitious plans to complete a record-breaking 12 projects in 2022 for fellow tradespeople and…
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VOLUNTEERS REPAIR THE STOKE HOME OF 93-YEAR-OLD FORMER BRICKLAYER WITH LIVER CANCER
17 December 2021VIEW DETAILSA team of Band of Builders volunteers descended on Stoke-on-Trent to help repair the home of a 93-year-old former bricklayer…
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BAND OF BUILDERS UNVEILS TALASEY AS NATIONAL LANDSCAPING PARTNER
24 November 2021VIEW DETAILSTalasey – a leading independent supplier of landscaping solutions in the UK – has become Band of Builders’ (BoB) National…
OUR BLOGS
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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…
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BBC TV’S ONE SHOW APPEARANCE SPARKS OTHERS TO SEEK SUPPORT
3 August 2025VIEW DETAILSThis summer, you might have spotted us on BBC TV’s The One Show, which aired the story of Toby’s project…
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WIDOW THANKS BOB FOR FINISHING HUSBAND’S HOUSE RENOVATION LEGACY
30 July 2025VIEW DETAILSA Norfolk widow and mother of six has described Band of Builders’ (BoB) volunteers as “superheroes” after they rallied round…
