Asbestos removal is licensed. Waste handling and disposal is licensed. Demolition is unlicensed. In this exclusive interview with Mike Kehoe of C&D Engineering Consultants, we explore the compelling reasons for licensing the UK demolition industry. The discussion highlights the current lack of regulation, the associated risks, and how a licensing system similar to that of…Read moreRead more
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Kehoe calls for UK demolition license
An end of two eras…
When the curtain came down on the European Demolition Association Annual Convention 2025, it did so not just on a superb Study Tour and conference; it fell also upon not one but two industry eras. The event marked the end of Stefano Panseri’s unifying EDA presidency; and it also marked the beginning of the end…Read moreRead more
Fed responds to Rudall departure…
After DemolitionNews exclusively revealed that Duncan Rudall has quit as CEO of the National Federation of Demolition Contractors, the NFDC has issued the following statement. The National Federation of Demolition Contractors (NFDC) regrets to announce that Duncan Rudall is stepping down from the position of CEO. Duncan has spent much time away from home and…Read moreRead more
Rudall resigns
DemolitionNews understands that Duncan Rudall has resigned as chief executive officer of the National Federation of Demolition Contractors. Although he shadowed former CEO Howard Button for a time, he has been officially in the role for a little over two years. The timing of his arrival was not ideal. He inherited the fallout from the…Read moreRead more
Unconventional – In conversation with Patrick Williamson…
Over the years, there have been lots of people that have been dedicated to the National Federation of Demolition Contractors. But not many almost gave their life in service of the NFDC. In this exclusive interview, former NFDC Convention Chairman Patrick Williamson recounts his near-death experience, his 40+ year career with the Federation, the demolition…Read moreRead more
Industry pays tribute to Angus Holdsworth
The UK demolition industry is united in grief at the tragic and premature passing of Andun Engineering managing director, Angus Holdsworth. He was a popular figure in demolition circles, and his expertise in temporary works were widely respected across the sector. A statement from his company says: Out of respect for Angus and his loved…Read moreRead more
RIP DSM’s Robin Powell
DemolitionNews understands that former DSM Demolition managing director Robin Powell has passed away. Powell was a popular figure throughout the Midlands demolition industry and was widely respected throughout the industry. He was chairman of the Midlands and Wales region of the National Federation of Demolition Contractors and played an active role in both the NFDC…Read moreRead more
A fine send off…
Last night, some of the most-respected names in the UK demolition industry gathered to pay tribute to one of their own – Former IDE president John Woodward. In addition to being one of the industry’s most influential and respected individuals of the past 20 years, John is also one of the most popular. To mark…Read moreRead more
An ill-timed interview
Outgoing NFDC CEO Howard Button has granted an interview to industry magazine, Construction News. In the interview, he talks about a possible retraction of the UK demolition industry and about the fact that 10 NFDC members were fined almost £60 million for their part in a bid-rigging, price-fixing and collusion scandal. However, also says that…Read moreRead more
Wilkinson on the Hunt
Former Wates director Simon Wilkinson has joined demolition contractor John F Hunt as the company looks to grow market share in the London commercial sector. Wilkinson joins from Kent based contractor Claritas Group where he has been a director since 2019. Prior to that he worked for 13 years at Wates with his final role…Read moreRead more
