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Association of Interior Specialists (AIS)
A single source serving the interiors fit-out industry, the Association of Interior Specialists (AIS) is a trade association that represents companies involved in the manufacture, supply and installation of all aspects of interior fit-outs and refurbishments. Members are throughout the supply chain including main interior contractors, specialist fit-out contractors, manufacturers and distributors.
Visit website: www.ais-interiors.org.uk
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Association of Plumbing and Heating Contractors
The Association of Plumbing and Heating Contractors (APHC) is the Leading Employers Trade Association for the Plumbing and Heating Industry in England and Wales. APHC provides invaluable business services to its members of the plumbing and heating industry.
Representing companies from the Times 100 on major construction projects to sole traders working in domestic properties, it touches daily some 60,000 plumbing and heating operatives. Working with Government, Local Authorities, Unions and Consumer Organisations it strives to ensure that all plumbing and heating companies are provided a stable and sustained market place.
Visit website: www.competentpersonsscheme.co.uk
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Bathroom Manufacturers Association
The Bathroom Manufacturers Association - The BMA is the trade association for bathroom manufacturers. Its authority is underlined by a membership that represents 87% of the mainstream bathroom manufacturing business undertaken within the UK. The BMA's prime objective is to provide an independent forum for bathroom manufacturers trading in the UK to properly discuss and debate matters of mutual interest. The BMA acts as an information highway between Industry, Government and the consumer on issues that affect the bathroom business.
Visit website: www.bathroom-association.org
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Brick Development Association
The Brick Development Association (BDA) was originally formed in 1946 to promote the Brick Industry and the merits and benefits of building in brick. Today, the BDA represents the majority of the United Kingdom and Ireland's clay brick and paver industries and aims to ensure clay brick and pavers are recognised as the material of choice by architects, engineers, planners, specifiers, developers, landscapers, builders and property owners.
Visit website: www.brick.org.uk
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British Blind & Shutter Association
The BBSA is the only national trade association for companies that manufacture, supply and install interior and exterior blinds, awnings, security grilles and shutters and associated motor and control systems. Solar shading is a proven and cost effective way of saving energy in homes and commercial premises by reducing heat gain in the summer and heat loss in the winter.
Visit website: www.bbsa.org.uk
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British Precast Concrete Federation
Tracing its roots back to 1918, The British Precast Concrete Federation (BPCF) is the trade association of precast concrete manufacturers. The main aims of the federation are to promote precast concrete in the construction market and to disseminate information, through a range of industry representation and by shared knowledge, to add value to its member companies.
Visit website: www.britishprecast.org
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British Property Federation
The British Property Federation is a membership organisation devoted to representing the interests of all those involved in property ownership and investment.
We aim to create the conditions in which the property industry can grow and thrive, for the benefit of our members and of the economy as a whole.
Visit website: www.bpf.org.uk
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Builders Merchants Federation
The Builders Merchants Federation is the only body to represent the interests of all wholesale distributors of building materials in the UK. BMF represents the whole merchant industry, from bricks and plaster to boilers and radiators. BMF is the industry’s foremost authority on the building supply chain representing the merchant - supplier - contractor route to market.
Visit website: www.bmf.org.uk
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Built Environment Forum Scotland
The Built Environment Forum Scotland (BEFS) is a membership organisation bringing together voluntary and professional non-governmental organisations that operate at the national level and represent people who work within the built environment sector. As an umbrella organisation BEFS informs, mediates and advocates on strategic issues affecting both the historic and contemporary elements within the Scottish built environment. Adopting an integrated approach, our aim is to secure better places in Scotland by developing the right conditions for achieving places that are of good quality, that are valued, that work for people that are distinctly Scottish. BEFS strongly supports the Cut the VAT campaign. BEFS believes that a reduction in VAT on building maintenance work would help homeowners to look after their properties, stimulate the building industry and maintain the built environment overall.
Visit website: www.befs.co.uk
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CECA
The Civil Engineering Contractors Association is the representative body for companies who work day-to-day to maintain and upgrade the country's vital transport and utility infrastructure. With more than 300 members split across eight regions, CECA represents firms who together carry out an estimated 70-80 per cent of all civil engineering activity in the UK.
Visit website: www.ceca.co.uk
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CIBSE
The Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers is the professional body for those who design, install, operate and maintain energy using systems in buildings. CIBSE sets the standards for the profession and publishes Guidance and Codes for building services systems which are internationally recognised as authoritative statements of best practice.
Visit website: www.cibse.org
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Civic Voice
Civic Voice works to make the places where everyone lives more attractive, enjoyable and distinctive. We speak up for civic societies and local communities across England. We promote civic pride. We are the national charity for the civic movement and have a strong local presence. We know how people feel about places because we feel the same way.
Visit website: www.civicvoice.or.uk
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Clay Roof Tile Council/British Ceramic Confederation
The Clay Roof Tile Council was established in 1981 and is the UK's independent trade association for the promotion of clay roof tiles in refurbishment and new build projects.
The Clay Roof Tile Council comprises the five leading UK clay roof tile manufacturers, between them boasting over 1,000 years of production expertise.
Visit website: www.clayroof.co.uk
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The Construction Centre
The Construction Centre is the UK's busiest industry specific website with thousands of contractors, architects and specifiers visiting the site every day. You can search for general product areas such as air conditioning or drainage and then filter and refine to select specific items.
Visit website: www.theconstructioncentre.co.uk
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Country Land & Business Association
The Country Land and Business Association (CLA) is the membership organisation for owners of land, property and businesses in rural England and Wales.
We speak for everyone who believes in a living and working countryside.
Through the experience and expertise of members and staff, we promote our members’ interests and influence decision makers to ensure the positive development of the rural economy.
Visit website: www.cla.org.uk
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Countryside Alliance
The Countryside Alliance Foundation is a vital charity set up to co-operate with the Countryside Alliance to build on the element of Alliance work that has always been inherently charitable. This includes educating the public about the countryside and helping to protect the natural environment. By introducing adults and children alike to the dramatic realities of rural Britain, we hope to inspire them to find out more and become passionate enough to share our aims and values.
Visit website: www.countryside-alliance.org
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CPRE
The Campaign to Protect Rural England (CPRE) works locally and nationally to stand up for the countryside: to protect it from the threats it faces, and to shape its future for the better.
Visit website: www.cpre.org.uk
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Electrical Contractors' Association
Founded in 1901, the Electrical Contractors’ Association (ECA) is the UK’s leading trade association representing the interests of contractors who design, install, inspect, test and maintain electrical and electronic equipment and services.
Visit website: www.eca.co.uk
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Empty Homes
Empty Homes are an independent charity. We help people create homes from empty property and campaign for more empty homes to be brought into use, for the benefit of those in housing need.
Visit website: www.emptyhomes.com
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European Builders Confederation
An increasing number of national regulations are little more than national adaptations of European legislation in the energy, social, fiscal and standardization domains, usually implemented without properly assessing their impact on SMEs.
Through its 20 member and partner organisations, EBC represents 2 million craft and SMEs. Via its permanent office in Brussels, EBC works in close collaboration with the European Association of Craft,
Small and Medium-sized Entreprises (UEAPME) and the European Office of Crafts, Trades and SMEs for Standardization (NORMAPME), organisations of which EBC is a member.
Visit website: www.eubuilders.org
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Federation of Master Builders
The FMB is a trade association established 70 years ago to protect the interests of small and medium-sized building firms – today it is the largest trade association in the UK building industry.
The FMB is a source of knowledge, professional advice and support for its members, providing a range of modern and relevant business building services to save them time and money.
The FMB is independent and non-profit-making, lobbying continuously for members' interests at both national and local levels.
Visit website: www.fmb.org.uk
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Glass and Glazing Federation
The Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) is the main trade association representing companies who make, supply or fit glass and glass related products. The GGF is the primary representative organization for companies involved in all aspects of the manufacture of flat glass and products and services for all types of glazing, in commercial and domestic sectors. Members of the GGF include companies that manufacture and install energy efficient windows, in homes and commercial buildings and produce and install safety, fire and emergency glazing, special films to protect against the sun’s rays or terrorist and vandal attacks and in fact, every type of glazing installation, no matter how specialized.
Visit website: www.ggf.org.uk
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Heating and Ventilating Contractors' Association
The HVCA is the UK's leading professional body for building services engineering contractors. Founded in 1904, it adds value to members' businesses by providing quality services, promoting excellence and shaping the commercial environment through representation and leadership.
The HVCA represents the interests of firms active in the design, installation, commissioning and maintenance of heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigeration (hvacr) products and equipment.
Visit website: www.hvca.org.uk
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The Heritage Alliance
The Heritage Alliance, established in 2002 as Heritage Link, is the biggest alliance of heritage interests in the UK and was set up to promote the central role of the non-Government movement in the heritage sector. The Heritage Alliance has 90 members; national and major regional organisations including The National Trust, the Council for British Archaeology, the Campaign to Protect Rural England (CPRE) and The Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings (SPAB) as well as many smaller and more specialised heritage groups.
Visit website: www.heritagelink.org.uk
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Historic Houses Association
The HHA represents 1500 privately-owned historic houses, castles and gardens throughout the UK. These are listed buildings or designated gardens, usually Grade I or II*, and are often outstanding. Many are considered to be iconic symbols of Britain's unique heritage.
Visit website: www.hha.org.uk
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House Beautiful Magazine
House Beautiful magazine, one of the largest-selling home interest titles, is published by The National Magazine Company. Nearly one in three women in the UK reads a Natmags title. Featuring expert advice on reader homes, interiors, home improvements and eco issues, House Beautiful is widely recognised as the campaigning homes title.
Visit website: www.housebeautiful.com
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The Institute of Historic Building Conservation
The IHBC is the principal professional body for building conservation practitioners and historic environment specialists working across the UK.
Visit website: www.ihbc.org.uk
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Insulated Render and Cladding Association (INCA)
The Insulated Render and Cladding Association (INCA) is the recognised trade association for the external wall insulation (EWI) industry, representing the major system designers, a nationwide network of specialist installers and the key component suppliers. INCA provides technical advice and installation best practice for EWI to Government, clients and other key stakeholders. EWI is essential to meeting the UK target of an 80% reduction in carbon emissions by 2050 compared with 1990 levels, and INCA members apply the latest skills, innovations and techniques to deliver new build and refurbishment projects in the non-residential and domestic sectors.
Visit website: www.inca-ltd.org.uk
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Kitchen Bathroom Bedroom Specialists Association
The Kitchen Bathroom Bedroom Specialists Association (KBSA) represents more than 300 independent kitchen, bathroom, bedroom and home office retailers nationwide, dedicated to upholding the Association’s high standards of design, supply, installation and customer service throughout the interiors industry.
Visit website: www.kbsa.org.uk
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Knauf Insulation
Knauf Insulation represents one of the most progressive and respected names in European building products. Part of the Knauf Group, it is the UK's leading manufacturer of insulation products, and the only producer of four types of insulation: glass and rock mineral wool, extruded polystyrene (XPS) and extruded polyethylene (XPE). We are committed to new product innovation and sustainability. Our glass mineral wool is made using a high content of recycled glass; it is recyclable at the end of the building's life and can be compression packed reducing carbon emissions even further. Extending the lead in sustainability our glasswool and rock mineral wool products are made using ECOSE© Technology – a revolutionary, new, formaldehyde-free binder technology, based on rapidly renewable materials instead of petro-based chemicals.
Visit website: www.knaufinsulation.co.uk
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KBB News
If you are a specialist retailer of fitted kitchens, bathroom retailer, architect, or interior designer and have a professional interest in news about interior design, kitchen furniture, kitchen appliances, bathroom design and where these fit into the interiors of today, kbb News is for you.
We delve beyond kitchen units (or kitchen cabinets as we prefer to call them), and kitchen doors to report on the latest trends in kitchen and bathroom furniture.
Visit website: www.kbb.co.uk
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Listed & Period Owners Group
We provide advice and assistance in the renovation and repair of your property, and have a network of advisors and specialists on hand to give you, the homeowner, the help you need.
Listed and Period properties still represent a traditional image of Britain and its history that is instantly recognisable around the world. For many, owning a period property represents the epitome of Great Britain.
We delve beyond kitchen units (or kitchen cabinets as we prefer to call them), and kitchen doors to report on the latest trends in kitchen and bathroom furniture.
Visit website: www.listedandperiodhomes.co.uk
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Lister Trade Frames
Lister Trade Frames, based in Stoke on Trent, have been providing the trade with quality windows, doors and conservatories for 35 years. We are also home to the area’s largest independent trade counter.
Visit website: www.listertf.co.uk or www.thebigtradecounter.com
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Mineral Wool Insulation Manufacturers Association
Established in 1962 (originally as ‘Eurisol’), the Mineral Wool Insulation Manufacturers Association (MIMA) provides an authoritative source of independent information and advice on rock and glass mineral wool. MIMA actively promotes the benefits of mineral wool insulation and the contribution it makes to the energy efficiency of buildings and the comfort of their occupants.
Visit website: www.mima.info
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Modern Masonry Alliance
The MMA is a strategic coalition of interests with a common cause in developing and promoting masonry construction – the bricks, blocks, stone and lintels; the cement and mortar which bind them together; the researchers and technicians advancing the industry; the men and women who build masonry homes, buildings and structures.
Visit website: www.modernmasonry.co.uk
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National Energy Action
NEA develops and promotes energy efficiency services to tackle the heating and insulation problems of low-income households. Working in partnership with central and local government; with fuel utilities, housing providers and health services; and with consumer organisations, NEA aims to eradicate fuel poverty and campaigns for greater investment in energy efficiency to help those who are poor or vulnerable.
Visit website: www.nea.org.uk
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National Federation of Builders
The NFB provides business solutions/resources to builders, contractors and house builders across England and Wales, protecting businesses, saving members time and money, and allowing you to focus on your core business of construction. We campaign hard on key issues such as procurement, utilities, sustainability and funding, ensuring your voice is heard at government/industry forums, making a difference to your business success.
Visit website: www.builders.org.uk
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National Federation of Roofing Contractors
The National Federation of Roofing Contractors Limited (NFRC) is the UK’s largest roofing trade association representing over 60% of the roofing industry by value. By using an NFRC registered contractor you have the comfort of guaranteed protection and quality.
Visit website: www.nfrc.co.uk
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National Home Improvement Council
Home improvement has always been important but never more than it is today. With global warming a major threat to our planet and the cost of living on an ever upward curve, it’s extremely important that homes, in both the private and public sectors, function as efficiently and economically as possible.
Visit website: www.nhic.org.uk
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National Landlords Association
There are now over 50 Acts of Parliament and more than 70 sets of regulations governing the private-rented sector.
This increasingly heavy regulatory burden means it is more important than ever that landlords understand the legal and regulatory environment in which they manage their lettings.
Visit website: www.landlords.org.uk
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National Specialist Contractors Council
The National Specialist Contractors’ Council (NSCC) brings together the common aims of specialist trade organisations within the construction industry and is the authoritative voice of Specialist Contractors in the UK.
Visit website: www.nscc.org.uk
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National Trust
The National Trust is a charity and is completely independent of Government. We rely for income on membership fees, donations and legacies, and revenue raised from our commercial operations.
We have over 3.6 million members and 55,000 volunteers. More than 14 million people visit our pay for entry properties, while an estimated 50 million visit our open air properties.
Visit website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk
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Painting & Decorating Association
Standing for professionalism, confidence and integrity, the Painting and Decorating Association symbol is the mark of quality in the industry. The PDA represents thousands of painters and decorators across the UK, but the Association has one clear purpose - to ensure all members adhere to the highest standards. From large national contracting organisations through to small businesses - the PDA chooses its decorators with care.
Visit website: www.paintingdecoratingassociation.co.uk
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Plaid Cymru
Plaid Cymru The Party of Wales was formed on 5th August 1925. Its aims are:
To promote the constitutional advancement of Wales with a view to attaining Full National Status for Wales within the European Union. To ensure economic prosperity, social justice and the health of the natural environment, based on decentralist socialism. To build a national community based on equal citizenship, respect for different traditions and cultures and the equal worth of all individuals, whatever their race, nationality, gender, colour, creed, sexuality, age, ability or social background. To create a bilingual society by promoting the revival of the Welsh language. To promote Wales's contribution to the global community and to attain membership of the United Nations.
Visit website: www.english.plaidcymru.org
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The Property Owners Directory
We are the only directory of property services and tradespeople recognised by the National Landlords Association, which represents over 20,000 landlords throughout the UK.
With over 50,000 listed tradespeople, the POD is the largest and most comprehensive listing of recommended tradesmen in the UK.
Visit website: www.propertyownersdirectory.com
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Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA)
The Royal Institute of British Architects champions better buildings, communities and the environment through architecture and our members. We provide the standards, training, support and recognition that put our members – in the UK and overseas – at the peak of their profession.
With Government, we work to improve the design quality of public buildings, new homes and new communities.
Visit website: www.architecture.com
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Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
With around 100,000 qualified members and over 50,000 students and trainees in some 140 countries, RICS provides the world's leading professional qualification in land, property, construction and the associated environmental issues.
An independent organisation, RICS acts in the public interest: setting and regulating the highest standards of competence and integrity among our members; and providing impartial, authoritative advice on key issues for business, society and governments worldwide.
Visit website: www.rics.org
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Scottish National Party
The SNP Government has been arguing for years with the Treasury that this VAT should be reduced immediately to the lowest permissible level within the EU, i.e. 5% instead of 20% as at present. Such a move would act as a major stimulus to the building industry at a crucial time when it needs it.
Visit website: www.snp.org
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SELECT
SELECT is the trade association for the electrical contracting industry in Scotland.
With its foundation in 1900 as The Electrical Contractors' Association of Scotland, SELECT became the first trade association in the world to serve the electrical industry. Leaving aside the ancient trades, that makes SELECT amongst the oldest of the "modern" trade associations.
Today, there are over 1200 Members of SELECT each one working to our stringent membership criteria.
SELECT Member companies account for 90% of all electrical installation work carried out in Scotland, have a collective turnover of £1 billion and provide employment for 15,000.
Visit website: www.select.org.uk
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The Tax Payers Alliance
The TaxPayers’ Alliance is Britain’s independent grassroots campaign for lower taxes. After years of being ignored by politicians of all parties, the TPA is committed to forcing politicians to listen to ordinary taxpayers.
Taxes have been rising but there has been very little improvement in the quality of schools, hospitals and transport provided by government. Most recently, British workers, employers, consumers, homeowners and pensioners have been hit by higher national insurance contributions, huge council tax increases, VAT hikes, and higher taxes on pension funds.
Visit website: www.taxpayersalliance.com
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Thatched Owners Group
If you own a home with a thatched roof, you will find here all the information and advice you will ever need.
We have a specialist thatch house insurance division; we offer advice on owning a listed building; contact details for roof thatchers in your area; financial advice on grants for re-thatching and VAT exemption for owners of listed buildings; fire safety information and products and a complete directory of all the specialists products and services you could ever need for your perfect thatched cottage.
We will provide advice and assistance in the renovation and repair of your thatched house, and have a network of advisors and specialists on hand to give you, the homeowner, the help you need
Visit website: www.thatched-group.com
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The Theatres Trust
As the National Advisory Public Body for Theatres, The Theatres Trust works with commercial, public, subsidised and voluntary sectors to secure a sustainable future for theatre buildings. Our aim is to ensure that current and future generations have access to good quality theatres that reflect our cultural life and offer inspiring places to enjoy theatre.
Providing leadership and strategic thinking, The Theatres Trust advises in planning, regeneration and development, architecture and design, heritage, and theatre. We enable better planning to secure, improve and achieve sustainability for new and existing theatre buildings and protect theatre use.
Visit website: www.theatrestrust.org.uk
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The Tile Association
Formed in January 2000, The Tile Association represents the whole of the UK wall and floor tile industry under one organisation. It has more than doubled in size since originally formed and now has more than 750 members, consisting of tiling contractors, fixers, distributors, retailers and manufacturers. Its mission is to promote professionalism and technical standards in the tiling industry, as well as provide technical support to both members and their customers.
Visit website: www.tiles.org.uk
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The VAT Consultancy
As an independent VAT consultancy with international reach, we provide specialist VAT and customs duty advice to leading businesses and organisations across a broad range of industries and disciplines.
Recognised for our depth of knowledge of this complex tax, we have proven experience in helping clients reduce the cost of VAT, simplify their procedures and avoid penalties.
Visit website: www.thevatconsultancy.com
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Town and Country Planning Association
The Town and Country Planning Association campaigns for the reform of the UK’s planning system to make it more responsive to people’s needs and aspirations and to promote sustainable development.
The TCPA occupies a unique position, overlapping with those involved in the development industry, the environmental movement and those concerned with social justice. The Association prides itself on leading-edge, radical thinking and problem-solving.
Visit website: www.tcpa.org.uk
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UK-GBC
The UK Green Building Council (UK-GBC) is a membership organisation that is campaigning for a sustainable built environment – one that minimises negative environmental impacts while maximising benefits for people everywhere. That means we are concerned with homes and non-domestic buildings, both new and existing, and the infrastructure that binds them together.
Visit website: www.ukgbc.org
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