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'Cowboy builders' targeted in new government clampdown
A database of trusted tradespeople and a system to protect customers' money is being launched by the government next month.
August 27, 2026Haggling prices and chasing debts - tradespeople hit with cost of living headache
More than half of tradespeople have seen an increase of late payments compared to a year ago, a survey finds.
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'Cowboy builders' targeted in new government clampdown
The prime minister said rogue builders gave "decent, hardworking" traders a bad name [file pic] People carrying out home renovations will gain greater protections against "cowboy builders" through a
bbc.co.uk•August 28, 2026
Haggling prices and chasing debts - tradespeople hit with cost of living headache
Angela Jeffery's role as an office manager has changed - she now spends a lot of time chasing debts and working out payment plans for customers struggling to pay. On two occasions she has had to take
bbc.com•May 11, 2026