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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National charity steps in to transform home of Solihull surveyor left paralysed in accident
25 February 2021VIEW DETAILSThe home of a Solihull dad-of-four left paralysed after a fall at home is set to be transformed thanks…
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2nd Anniversary of Pippa’s Project
20 June 2020VIEW DETAILSOf course during the current situation we have postponed all work on our projects, this has given us a…
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Band of Builders step in to help Norwich father suffering from rare degenerative neurological condition
2 February 2020VIEW DETAILSA Norwich father-of-four suffering from a rare neurological disorder will finally regain some of his freedom thanks to the…
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Kind-hearted tradespeople step in to help 11-year-old Hemel Hempstead boy suffering from rare disease
30 January 2020VIEW DETAILSA group of kind-hearted tradesmen and women from across the country are descending on Hemel Hempstead to help an…
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Teen suffering from cystic fibrosis finally has a place to relax with friends thanks to Band of Builders
11 November 2019VIEW DETAILSA teenager suffering from Cystic Fibrosis is looking forward to a bit of normality after builders’ charity Band of…
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Band of Builders set to build dream cabin for teenager suffering from cystic fibrosis
22 October 2019VIEW DETAILSA teenager suffering from Cystic Fibrosis will finally get a much-needed haven as a group of volunteer builders prepare…
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Band of Builders travel to Scotland to finish renovation of home of plumber who lost his battle with cancer
24 September 2019VIEW DETAILSA group of kind-hearted tradesmen and women are travelling to Scotland to help the family of a plumber left…
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Band of Builders getting in gear for charity car rally
14 September 2019VIEW DETAILSA group of volunteers from national charity Band of Builders swapped building sites for the driving seats in an…
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Wheelchair-bound plasterer spends time in garden for first time in years thanks to kind-hearted Band of Builders
18 June 2019VIEW DETAILSA wheelchair-bound plasterer has spent time in his garden for the first time in years thanks to a band…
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Band of Builders descend on home of wheelchair-bound plasterer to make life-changing adaptations
25 May 2019VIEW DETAILSA group of kind-hearted tradesmen and women have descended on Holland-on-Sea to make changes that will allow a wheelchair-bound…
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Band of Builders helps plumber left wheelchair-bound after ladder fall
1 May 2019VIEW DETAILSA plumber who was left unable to walk after falling from a ladder has become the latest person to…
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Band of Builders’ Christmas auction raises £20,000 for future projects
28 December 2018VIEW DETAILSBand of Builders, a charitable organisation that helps tradespeople in their hour of need, has marked the end of…
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…
