Toolbank are pleased to announce that from 1st February 2019 they will be partnering Milwaukee Tools to become the preferred wholesaler and distributor for their Professional Red Fever Hand Tool range in the UK and Ireland providing Hand Tool solutions for every trade with a range of high quality, new and innovative products, all backed […]
The Christmas countdown is now in full swing – and whilst some of you have undoubtedly already got your shopping sorted, we’d be willing to bet there’s still a fair few of you who have left it until the last minute. If that’s the case, then check out our Christmas gift guide for a little […]
We know it’s still only November, but the ‘C’ word has already been popping up all over our TV screens, in the shops, on social media, the radio – everywhere! Before we get to Christmas though, there’s the small matter of Black Friday to get through. Hell for some, but also a great opportunity to […]
When it comes to running a small business, we know that time is often short and resources low. But with 44 million active users in the UK alone according to Statista, we think social media is a worthy investment. Social media gives your business an online profile without having to have a website – especially […]
The sun is shining, temperatures are soaring. We barely remember what rain is. BBQs have sold out. There are rumours of hosepipe bans across the UK. And Magnums are officially the nation’s favourite ice lolly—do they even count as an ice lolly? There’s definitely something strange going on in the UK at the moment… Enjoy […]
Late payments are stressful for any business owner. Not only do they negatively affect your cash flow, and consequently your salary, but you also lose time chasing payments – time which could have been better spent elsewhere. They are particularly problematic when you’re self-employed or running a small independent business – and tradespeople are hit […]
According to the Labour Force Survey, 609,000 cases of work-related injuries or accidents were reported in 2016/17. Many of those accidents involved ladders… Within the construction industry alone, RIDDOR found there were 5,055 injuries reported – of which 18% occurred from falling from a height. A further 49% of the 30 fatal injuries reported were […]
There’s no doubt about it, tool theft is spiking in the UK – and statistics indicate that 98% of tradespeople are concerned about stolen tools and van theft. And rightfully so. It is estimated a van is broken into every 23 minutes in the UK, and van thefts have tripled in recent years according to […]
Apprenticeships provide a recognised qualification, as well as a genuine job and invaluable work experience – thereby providing the perfect pairing of training and experience, to set up apprentices and give them the skills they need to progress in their chosen career. Schemes are open to people of any age and can be for either […]
